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General Category => GENERAL CHAT => Topic started by: sthrifty on March 04, 2010, 09:00:28 PM
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I just wondered if anyone was interested in going up north for a longweekend with tents caravan obviously not to clash with any club event,I was thinking morven area but open to suggestions
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Interested but where is Morven?
Tommy
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Interested but where is Morven?
Tommy
hum!!!!!!!!!
how about looking at a map
:P :P :P
doug
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Think Ardnamurchen Mallaiag area,if people are intrested i will sort out a good site,from where we can have nice road run,good lunch and a spot of fishing
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the forts the nearest i ever been to that area. your desperate to get a few miles into that caravan eh lol ;) looks a nice area though, hmmmm if only the pennies could stretch that far.........
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Hi this might interest you http://www.inverness4x4adventure.co.uk/index.html or we could get some thing at Whitebridge plenty of room for caravans if you are interested just gie us a shout but no 9/10/11 of April as of to Eriboll rom for caravans their as well :)
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Come off it Doug give you a chance to use the tank and all that camping gear you have,might even get the chance to show you how to catch your own dinner
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the nearest i get to 'catching my own dinner' is running after the pizza delivery guy when he goes to the wrong door :D :D
hmmm if i could fit central heating to my tent then ok, unless you waiting on this perma frost melting first or id never get the pegs in the ground ;D ;D
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Doug thought with all your camping kit you would have pre heated tent pegs you know like glow plugs, clunyknox invite to Whitebridge is intresting but the trout up there ..well u would need 6 for breakie,just thought the balmy West coast be nicer
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hmmm, could be interested. need to get another landy first though, i was at mallaiag area last sunmmer., and so many other places too,, ;D its really nice up there.
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Doug thought with all your camping kit you would have pre heated tent pegs you know like glow plugs,
can you really get them?? :o :o :o?? crickey that would be so much easier likes ;D`
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doug, just use your landrover hammer. you know the big one. that will get the pegs in the ground. might not get them back out though. :P ;D
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hum!!!!!!!!!
how about looking at a map
:P :P :P
doug
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I keyed it into google maps and all I found was a corbett with a gaelic name Morrone which means "Big Nose" so where is it you educated clever person ;) ;) ;)
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in the middle of page 79 of a philips 2004 roadmap :P :P
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hmmm, could be interested. need to get another landy first though, i was at mallaiag area last sunmmer., and so many other places too,, ;D its really nice up there.
Last time I camped up there the damn dog scoffed the sausages while I was making breakfast....
But getting to Morven might take a while.... Wiki says "Morven is a small village about 7 kilometres West of Culcairn in the eastern Riverina district of New South Wales, Australia. At the 2006 census, Morven had a population of 464 people" Setting the GPS right now....
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Ah ha found it, if the timing is right I could drop in on the way up to Ullapool, after all I am two thirds of the way there.
Tommy
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Sounds good if the new toy is up and running iw would defo tag along. When are you thinking of john??
Cheers Bill
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I was thinking early may avoiding any club events ,olso weather might be nice ,and will give me a chance to get a route together,and explore the possibility of some forrest runs etc.
Cheers John.
ps Gene that run you mentioned is for next year
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I was thinking early may avoiding any club events ,olso weather might be nice ,and will give me a chance to get a route together,and explore the possibility of some forrest runs etc.
Cheers John.
ps Gene that run you mentioned is for next year
Good. The rebuild should be done by then. Might need a fair length of pipe on the snorkel ?
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I thought a few inner tubes and a screw on the prop be a dawddle in the bay of biscay
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I'm up for it as long as its dog friendly :) Order the weather though as ill be camping....... :o
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Might be interested, but for me the A82 Loch Lomond side is a nightmare with road works and single file traffic.
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Try it with 7 metres of caravan on the back then its nightmare and brown trousers brigade :) :)
Tommy
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hmmm so there is an advantage for a 90 and a small tent packed in the back after all ;D ;D
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hmmm so there is an advantage for a 90 and a small tent packed in the back after all ;D ;D
Absolutely!!! :D
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It will be my first venture with caravan.
on windy/single track roads but as i drive a landie i have no fear,lol, anyway i will firm up a date over next few days and find out where best camp sites are and if any possibility of getting on some tracks(prob just need to buy fishing permit)
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Hi been in touch with Ardnamurchin estate regretably they cant allow us onto the estate roads but have kindly advised of a few rough camping sites. Its still a great area to drive all single track and the scenery is fantastic so I will firm up camping and route (there is another estate which i have fished on and will contact them see if we are welcome,
Keep you posted.
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hey guys
if this is open to all i'd be very interested!
great chance to get the rods out and put faces to names ;)
keep me posted cheers ;D ;D
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This is not a official club event,just a wee
get together over a w/e possibly all on public roads.
Still good chance for a get together a wee drive camping few beers etc wives and children welcome,well behaved dogs olso.
Will be able to provide dates route next few days
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Dont have a wife John, :o :o :o :o..!!!!!!!!!!! but i do have well behaved dogs ;D
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I have been following this one and would interested to come along.
I go to Corran many times during the year when are you think about?
Christopher (and a well behaved dog)
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Chris was thinking of w/e 14th May but there is a comp safari that w/e so looks like 21stMAY.
Ihave been in touch with camp site and need to let them have details to make a booking,so if all those intreste could pm the following info,
Number in party adults and under14s.
Tent or caravan and if electric hook up required, tent size,if caravan awning.
I propose to go up on the Friday so let me know whos fri/sat.
I have a number of contacts for the forrestry commission so there is a posibility we might get a wee forrest drive ,
Keep you posted John
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Anyone who is able to confirm intrest in this. w/e please let me have details soon as possible,as were into the holiday season if we all want to camp together sooner we book the better.
Please get back asap.
John
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If anyone is intrested in this outing please get back to me before the w/e as i need numbers to book camp site and speak with the FC ta
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Well only me and two others intrested I plan to book this on Thursday so if anyone intrested please pm me,I have found a wee public road which is only driveable in a 4x4 takes you through forrest down to the beach
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sounds good mate i'm looking forward to it!!!!!
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I have asked for the weekend off for holidays and will able to come along so me and my well behaved dog.
This is only a few weeks away really. Ok maybe that should have read a few months away :D :D :D :D
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Oh hell...am i the only giirrrl going...? :o Come on you Lady Landies out there, save me from the fishing rods and beer!!!!!! Or im going to come home 2 stone heavier with all the chocolate i'll be eating!!!! ;D ;D ;D
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Ah fishing rods had not thought about needing them, I was just going to tesco before I left ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Mel you wont be the only female,got 5 definates so last call as i will book camp site on Monday night I will pay deposits but will need tent size number in party by Sunday night and chqs thereafter,sorry need to know if your coming on FRI OR SAT.
John
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Mel not to worry my sis wife and daughter are going so should be a good weekend glad john doesnt need confirmation till monday wouldnt like to spring this on him lol ;D :o ;D
Cheers Bill
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Sorry, I'd like to come, but I already have holidays in the lake district in May and I have no holidays left this year (all booked).
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Mel not to worry my sis wife and daughter are going so should be a good weekend glad john doesnt need confirmation till monday wouldnt like to spring this on him lol ;D :o ;D
Cheers Bill
Phew...Thank goodness for that......!!!! :D :D
John, i'm a Friday!
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Right guys seems we have a nice wee team up for this,so let me have all the details re numbers size of tent and fri/sat arrival.
Ta, I have identified two nice routes and am awaiting word from forrestry re drive along south shore of loch shiel.
John.
ps by 6pm monday
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any idea on costs? as a weekend away might be nice!
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Right folks I have had a word with Sid site owner and former landie owner,cost to us camping adults?5 per night under14s?2.50 as its a land rover thing no deposit just wants us to confirm numbers.
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good work mate i'll bring a crate with your name on it! ;)
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sounds like a cracking weekend, good value too. wish i could commit to it but cant say for definite and dont want to back out last minute but am sure it will be an enjoyable weekend
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Absolute value weekend as I said I will be there friday and saturday. Will also bring along a crate for you John, liked the idea of the chimnea, or what ever the clay fires are called, might go and buy one now instead of later in the summer. ;) ;)
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All this beer i will never be able to find the roads that i have identified as intresting,
REMEMBER I NEED NUMBERS MY 6PM MONDAY.
ps Chris as i will be in my wee tent if u bring the camp fire that be great.
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Hi John i have four adults going and two kids. All definates for friday nite four man tent and a 6 man tent both quite large. My brother in law is asking if we are going to do any fishing?? Oh yes and just to confirm if ots ok to bring the k9 members of the family?
Cheers Bill
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oh bugger it am coming. am off the saturday n sunday so just put lieu day in for friday.
will bring the equinox(3man) tent. hope i wont need electric to recharge battery, hopefully the alternator will be working by then. put me down for friday and saturday
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Right Folks date Friday 21st May venue campsite at Strontian(landranger sheet40) any time after noon earlier better as hope to get first drive in that evening.
So far we have the following,correct me if I am wrong.
Me 1/2 tents hairy or 1 caravan.
Truckster Mel awning and posse of dogs.
Mikeymac 1 adult 1 tent @least 2 caser beer :).
Radarears Chris 1 adult 1 tent 1 dog.
BuffaloBill Bill 4 adults 2 kids dogs 2 tents
Jumbo Doug 1 adult,hic,1 tent and camping show.
So lookin good,once I have route sorted out i will pm the details,
Thanks everyone John
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didnt know i was bringing the hic ??? ???
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Hope Bill's going to squash everyone into the wee series ;D ;D ;D
Need an alternative to blame for holding everyone up other than me!!!! :o :o
I'll bring some non alchoholic beverages......
ps-be good to meet mr.jumbo-is on 'ere often enough!!!!
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Doug,
Just think real live Jumbo Jokes with a live audience, wish I could manage it.
Tommy
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ps-be good to meet mr.jumbo-is on 'ere often enough!!!!
honestly i do other things as well, i do a wee bit work now and then :-[ :-[
likewise mel, you and mikey the only folk i havnt bored met in person ;D
dont worry tommy, i'll leave some jokes to keep you going while am away
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Doug I think i will try and get hold of a gezzebo or what ever there called You can do a stand up comedy show ??? for club shop less your fee....which be redonated to beer fund to cheer pps up after show :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
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cheer folk up AFTER my show?????
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Right everyone this is booked for 2 nights for all,let me know if your a Saterday,I will let the site know,further details to follow re route etc.Dont worry Doug stand up comedy show will be great :) :) :) :) :)
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This has the makings of a great weekend lets hope the weather is good off to buy the pottery furnance soon :D
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Right everyone this is still on I will post up camp site details and public road route we will be driving,any other info will be by pm.
OH sorry will give detailed directions to camp site as well, remember ferry crossing involved.
Am i the only wimp bringing caravan?
Kind Regards John
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As no reply yet John looks like you are :D :D :D :D :D :D
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;D ;D hope its freezing lol tickets to drinks in van will be by invitation only ;D ;D
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Haha. You tell them mate. Really wish I was able to come along but work won't allow. Have a great one guys.
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oh well if us mere mortals/real campers are being banished from the hilton on wheels, guess we will just have to bring a contribution to christophers chimnea fund.....and hope the weather stays dry ::)
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Some mere mortals were camping in inverness last week so this should be a breeze!!! ;D
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I am being sorely tempted on this one John, would there be any pissabolities of adding to the numbers??
Tommy
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well this mortal was camping in glen etive a couple of years ago in the last week november/first week december. even got a surprise visit from a stag at midnight :o but i kinda gone soft since then lol
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I am being sorely tempted on this one John, would there be any pissabolities of adding to the numbers??
Tommy
you planning to have a few beers if you come then aye ;)
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Aye if you bring them :D :D :D
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More the better Tommy just let me know so i can book campsite,as for the others if its cold they will want in and if its warm they might want a beer out ma fridge lol.
Mind you i will need to leave a lot earlier to get there.
Site details and route be posted tomorrow evening so keep watching.
Thanks John
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Do you know if the site has electric hook ups?
Just in case we need to plug Doug in to get him up in the mornin
Tommy
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Do you know if the site has electric hook ups?
Just in case we need to plug Doug in to get him up in the mornin
Tommy
or charge up the tanks battery so it will move ;D
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its ok my pacemaker runs on duracells, should manage a weekend without a recharge :D
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Do you know if the site has electric hook ups?
Just in case we need to plug Doug in to get him up in the mornin
Tommy
or charge up the tanks battery so it will move ;D
thanks ross >:( >:(
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Just in case we need to plug Doug in to get him up in the mornin
Tommy
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or charge up the tanks battery so it will move ;D
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thanks ross >:( >:(
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It will be fine, sounded great at Bathgate :)
Do you need an L plate though, I've got 1 spare lol
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you better keep the L plate ;) mind you if theres an L plate for navigating.....maybe i should get one of these ::)
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The only reason you got the L plate was that it would not stick to the Aluminium vehicles ;)
I told the bloke who tried to put it on mine :D :D
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hmmm have to get the sticky back version next time.....it did stick to alans roof but not exactly visible ???
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no landrover should be without this
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HITCH-YOUR-JEEP-HERE-vinyl-sticker-4x4-offroad-Recovery_W0QQitemZ180467820252QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item2a04b866dc
;D ;D ;D ;D
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spot on ma man
Tommy
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lol, but I prefer this :)
http://www.hilux4x4.co.za/shop/sticker_landy.jpg
It could go where the L plate was!
All the best
Ross
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oh this is gona start one 'L' of a war ;D ;D ;D
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Right Team this is all systems GO.
The camp site is Glenview Caravan and Camping Site Strontian post code PH36 4HZ.
The site has toilet and shower facilities,electric hook up for softies :)
I have had no luck with our friends at the FC, however as said before i have identified one wee rough drive,though wont have time to check it out so I will go first lol,that said our landie sympathetic site owner is seeing if he can get us a wee run off road.
Look forward to seeing you all there after 12noon Friday 21st May.
Any questions pm or call.
Regards John
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Are we meeting anywhere on the road up?
Green Wellie for mid morning coffee before Glencoe and then the ferry ;D
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Chris I thought about that, as we will be doing a bit of convoy driving once there it might be good road manners not to have a wee landie convoy up through Glen Coe.
And as wee dont/cant all go at the same speed could be chaos :) :) :) :).
Plenty time to get a blether when we get there.
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Chris I thought about that, as we will be doing a bit of convoy driving once there it might be good road manners not to have a wee landie convoy up through Glen Coe.
Nice convoy of Landrovers with caravans going round Loch Lomond would be a right hoot ;D ;D especially around tthe bit before Ardlui, you can go first John, since you have the experience, me being a mere mortal and amateur will attempt to keep up :D :D
Tommy
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YOU are joking i have drivin a combine harvester on the a9 but my first trip up the loch will create a jam u will see from space :) :) still got to to it :)
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If theres enough space between everyone,[heres only 6 or 7 isnt there?], with the caravan at the front or rear, then convoy shouldnt be a problem-done it plenty times with the vintage car runs and they can be darned slower than an old Landy. Maybe an idea for mobile numbers, if theres a reception, to be swapped.
Just an idea .......... 8)
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am sure a mini convoy wont be a problem. would help my navigating skills lol
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We'll stick an 'L' plate on your truck for you!!! ;D ;D
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im going to have to check my motor regularly just to see whats being added to it lol, i dread to think what pranks are in store ;D ;D ;D
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Good idea!!! I took my sprite caravan to work once behind the Goddess, as i was off to a dogshow...wont print the poster some 'joker' stuck to my caravan window :(, but i was flippin' mortified!!! :-[ :- It was no wonder i was getting strange looks from passing cars...thought they'd never seen a series towing a caravan before!!!!!
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oh mel, you gota finnish that story now lol
i know i used to get some strange phone calls and texts after bb camps....mind you once i found the 'adverts' they had on the back windows of the minibus it did explain them >:( >:( never trust teenagers >:(
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any idea of ferry cost? just checked my tomy, going to be a 3.5 hour drive for me :o am going to book therapy before i go. need it after that run in the 90 lol
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Flip!! The 90's luxury...Try it in a series:o :o :o !!!!
I drive mine everywhere-my folks is a 4-5hr trip away,depending on how many 'Mel-needs-to find-her-legs/bum/back-again stops, never mind the dogs :D :D
I'm reeaaaly hoping to have the Goddess back for this trip.....
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that journey to peterborough last year was the longest i done in the 90. by the 2 hour mark there was no circulation left in the bum :-[ lol. no padding left in the seat either, i swear i was sitting on bare metal lol
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Hey Doug I did most of that run you were asleep lol,If we are keen on a convoy might be best to meet up after loch lomond, Tyndrum has good parking I will get ferry times an sort out a time(i think the ferry just pops back and forth)
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(i think the ferry just pops back and forth)
most ferries do that lol, thats where the name comes from :P
i wasnt sleeping, i was studying the map ::) ::)
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If you google Connran Ferry it gives you the time table and the fairs
I think its ?6 for the car ?8 for the caravan and thats each way me thinks
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?6.....think i could squeeze that lol. and free for us REAL campers ;) ;) the fake campers cost more ;D
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I plan to sneak my wee van onto the ferry,you a definate then Tommy? .
Mind you its a small ferry be surprised if the whole "convoy" gets on at once...Doug you remember your sea sick pills :)
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seasickness has never troubled me. nor does travel sickness. heights......well that i DONT like lol. so as long as the ferry is low am ok ;D
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I plan to sneak my wee van onto the ferry,you a definate then Tommy? .
Mind you its a small ferry be surprised if the whole "convoy" gets on at once...Doug you remember your sea sick pills :)
Probably frighten the living daylights out of the poor ferryman!! ;D A whole bunch of landrovers decending on him..... :o
John, your 110 & caravan will probably take up the whole deck :o :o
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Yes me a definite also might have SWMBO with me but not sure about that yet she is still thinking about it.
It could be the first run out for Black Beauty and the tin tent :) :)
Not sure if I should put the jacuzzi in the back of the mota, after freezing my "tackle" off at Bathgate ::) ::) I feel that a bit of comfort would be in order.
Tommy
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I plan to sneak my wee van onto the ferry,you a definate then Tommy? .
Mind you its a small ferry be surprised if the whole "convoy" gets on at once...Doug you remember your sea sick pills :)
Probably frighten the living daylights out of the poor ferryman!! ;D A whole bunch of landrovers decending on him..... :o
John, your 110 & caravan will probably take up the whole deck :o :o
his turning circle certainly would ;)
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So would mine...and thats without a caravan on the back!! ::) ::)
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I'm sayning nought ::) ::)
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Any idea when the last ferry runs as i was planning to leave after work??
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bill with your past record do you really need a ferry??? :) :)
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Cheers mate but snorkle not fitted yet???
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Best get the ferry,we can all get wet enough in tommy,s jacuzzi hes fitting in the back of the mythical black beast ;D.
Remember if you have a rod bring it there will be mackrel in the sea and trout about(fly only trout)
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i've not fished for about 20 years, my dad used to take me. mind you he got a bit peeved when i lost half the rod.....
had pushed the 2 ends together lightly but hadnt any line etc on it. "hey mum watch me, this is how you cast"
the top end of the rod ended up half way across the river esk........oops :-[ :-[
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old issac Mcewan will keep you right
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Dont use a rod, better results with the detonators ;) ;)
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since my alternators working fine now (tempting fate i know) drop the jump leads in the water lol. works on the tv :D
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Are you bringing a spare battery?
They do not like being shorted out, trust me I have tried it.
T
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no but keeping jump leads just incase. leave you lot to catch your dinner. am off to the chippie lol
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Have checked the ferry timetable and it seems the last ferry is 21.30 from the Nether Lochaber side.One before that is 21.10 and before that 20.45.
So I would think you have plenty time to catch the last one.
Fare are ?6.40 for the MEN & LADIES per Land Rover and for the wimps please add on another ?8.60 for their tin tents :D :D :D :D
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have a read
http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/sites/reviews.asp?revid=4170
Nice and freindly bit rustic though, just the ticket.
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Thought it would suit a motley crew ;D remember we can have a wee fire tenters might need it ;D ;D ;D
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my thoughts exactly it would be handy if some of us could bring some bow saws or even a small chain saw then we could get the wood stocked etc to keep it going.
T
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Were you in the Scouts Tommy? :) :) mind you good thinking,I will have plenty room in the 110 as all my gear will be in the comfy CARAVAN ;D so I might throw a few bags kindlers and logs in the back
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I camp at least once a year in Glen Rosa on Arran and we cook all the food over log fires for the entire time we are there, there are lots of fallen trees around so no shortage of fuel just the energy to collect and chop it into suitable sizes.
Not the scouts, Boys Brigade for me could never get into the shorts ::) and the dib dib dob palava :D
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i was in the bb's myself for some 24 years. camps were always the highlight of the year.....although they rarely went to plan ;D ;D ;D
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LOL I was ejected from BB for scrapping Glen Rosa holds many fond teenage memories :-X
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I am planning getting up Loch Lomandside early and I mean early 6am so I might head up as the advance party,least if i break down I know help will be coming along sometime.I trust everyone has thier route planned and arrival time in mind so pm your plans so that we no who the stragglers are and wont worry about you.
Ta John
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Flip!!, What time are you leaving in the morning?? :o :o
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just got to put my lieu day form in for the friday but thats a formality, i will get the day off
according to tomtom its 3.5 hour drive for me :o :o 140miles and thats not counting stops to get circulation going again...
im aiming for midday myself
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Mel as up 5am with mist everymorning before i go to work leaving at 6am wont be a problem and be so much easier weaving the tin tent up the loch side get there first get best pitch....no i have no German relatives and wont leave huge towel on the beach :) :)
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3.5hrs? Whare do you live Doug?? When i went through to Oban last year for the ferry, it took me a couple of hours.
Just refered to the MAP :o :o, I'm on A91, then cut across onto A823 upto Crieff, along A85,to Crianlarich, join A82 to Tyndrum to meet everyone else....as Mr Meerkat would say....'simple'!!! ;D ;D
If leaving Friday, will leave early, or might go up night before and find somewhere to stay. Not decided on that one yet....i take it the meeting place is still Tyndrum?
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im in edinburgh. think a toilet/circulation stop at callander then prob a wee stretch at metal-percussion-instrument. normaly takes me about 3 hours to the fort
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I was thinking of leaving about 9am and stopping in Crieff at my Mums, free coffee and bacon buttie ;) ;) ;) then up to the "metal percussion instrument" for about 10.30 11.00 am
Is anybody bringing their cb's ?
Just sent my roof rack away to be galvanised, this was really cheap as I did it on the back of a local sheet metal company who are happy to let anybody drop off items basically you pay the weight of the item at the rate of ?400 per ton. Roof rack cost me less than ?30 SO A BARGAIN :D :D :D and they will retap the threads for a bit extra.
Have read the reviews of the site and it seems perfect for us must remember to order the skin so soft from Avon, "Ding dong Avon calling" as the wee midges do not like it and if I remember May and June are prime months for the midges
What sort of attachment apart from a bent pin would be needed for the fishing line to catch the tea incase my Harrods Food Hall purchase has not fully defrosted ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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I will probably leave at 8 if its only me, and if Morag tags along it will be nearer lunchtime before I get away. (Its a long story)
Takes me 30 minutes to pick up the van.
If its only me then I think I will leave the van and bring the canvas, quite enjoy the camping but Morag prefers a bit more comfort.
She is still contemplating wheather to join us or not.
Dont know how you get your tribe to move at sparrow f**t John, I need two pun of semtex to get them out their pit
Subject to the traffic the "Black Beauty" should eat the road in about two hours, then depending on the ferry availability be on site 30 mins later.
Not sure what the law states about a 110, towing a caravan, towing a 110, towing a caravan ::) ::) just pray you get clear of the snaking road bits around the Loch, Plod would just love you for that. :)
Maybe we can catch up on SUnday at the GRR, maybe have a wee "committee" meeting"
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only effective midge repelant i know of in a flamethrower. a wee bit dodgy in tents i know and keep away from sensitive areas(like skin :'( ) but the wee blighters hate it :D
got skin-so-soft though as a backup
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my cb never worked properly. got a handheld, supposed to be the strongest handheld but most of the time i cant get anything. yet other times sitting in my room i can hear 'conversations' from glasgow :o im in edinburgh. just wish folk having these 'conversations' would pay a phone bill instead of using cb's lol. not the sort of thing youd think everyone would want to hear. usualy every second word is french i think ::)
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if any of the REAL campers are short of tent pegs i have got one or 2 (hundred) spare..... ::) just found another bag full lol
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On the CB front, I must confess I have three rigs but need to get shot of two. If you have problems then maybe we can fix them while we are up there. Its always best to have someone who can test with you, I can bring my swr and lecy kit and see where we get to.
On the way up we should try and establish connection suggest a channel and see where we get to. How about 7??
Tommy
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got an intek h520plus handheld with an extra long aerial
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Tommy great idea seems a few of us will be there on Sunday so we can have a chat and get the sub committees
sorted out,
I suggest the following:
Get lost committee
Anti midge committee
Fire wood committee
Lighting fire committee
Going to pub committee
etc etc etc
If i get time i will get a cb but you know me will need help to instal.
Looks like I will be on my own so wondering about wisdom of van just for me...mind will be a good trial for Appleby following week :)
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van also be handy place for us to gate crash if/when the weather turns scottish. plus you could keep our beer cold(just try and leave some for us)
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I guess it'll be about 8-8.30 start for me as well, if im leaving Friday morning. How many of us are meeting at 'metal percu.....' flippin' eck... :o - Tyndrum on the road up? Better have an idea, so folk arent waiting for someone whos not coming till later!!
Doug,please leave your flame thrower at home :o!!! Avon SSS soft & fresh is pretty good stuff [Im an avon rep!!!!]. I use it on the horses as fly repellent-works better than the horsey stuff!! ;D
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confirm later but am up for meeting at metal perc..... is it the green smelly shop or is there not a carpark just before there. cant remember how much parking at the green smelly
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Well John, you'll have enough committee members for each job, but dont put Doug on the 'get lost' committee, as by the sounds of it, he may well do the job to perfection!!! ;D ;D ;D
I'll not be there on sunday so i'll do a postal vote!! :o :o
'Green smelly shop' ???
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I will leave really early but will stop at green welly or hotel next door and have proper big breakfast,I would suggest we do as Mel says agree a time for the meet and confirm who will all be early birds.I was hoping we would all be on site and ready for a short road drive on Friday evening up to Loch Shiel .
If my Wendy wasnt working she would have came up with the horse box as its a great area to trek
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Sorry guys but i wont be leaving till 5.30pm would have loved to join the convoy though!!!!!!
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Oh buy the way guys I think Kilts be the appropriate dress on this w/e
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You have a better chance of finding hobby horse manure than getting me in a kilt when the midges are in full tilt :D :D
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you stopped wearing tights ;D
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Olso just to get you excited I propose to give a short talk on viking ship burials at lunch(packed) Sat ay site to be disclosed
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Bl***y h**l John, Im staying in ma kip then!!!! :D :D
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it will be at an intresting location,if we get there
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Is this going to be John's version of 'The Camel Trophy' were going on!! I was hoping for a nice gentle chill out weekend, to help get my truck back into the swing of things after her stint in sick bay ::) ::) ::)
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Olso just to get you excited I propose to give a short talk on viking ship burials at lunch(packed) Sat ay site to be disclosed
And in ancient Norse as well !!
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John I see you are very very very organised as you have your lunch already packed, What have you got apart from tinned items that will last about 3 weeks in a poly bag ??? ??? ??? ??? ???
Are you giving this talk to us as you think it should be adopted as a possible burial method for Land Rovers in the future, I have this picture in my mind now of about 20 folk around an old Landie instead of reading hymn books it will be LRO Int or Monthly and debating "should we get her a galvanised chassis or just light the match" ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Think metal percussion inst..... is a good place as the Green Smelly has a hhhhuuuuddddggggeeee carpark. It also serves the best Cullen Skink mmmmm :D :D
We having the team huddle before or after the GRR
Are we coming up with a name for this weekend, thought it might be fun to get a few stickers done for the crew.
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Olso just to get you excited I propose to give a short talk on viking ship burials at lunch(packed) Sat ay site to be disclosed
And in ancient Norse as well !!
nah just double dutch....aka johns usual spelling (and thats after i had a few pints (of coke)) ::) ::)
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dont know about after grr....am back to work on monday.....
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Dont know about Camel Trophy perhaps Mule orr Ass Trophy weekend
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I see we have no suggestions yet for the w/e slogan perhaps..: Stuck in Strontian : leave the back to Chris
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think everyone was pooped after that run.....thats the quietest the gangs been lol
aye open it up to everyone see just what they think of us :o :o but please keep it clean-ish ;)
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How about this then
http://s866.photobucket.com/albums/ab221/COOLCAMPER55/LRHP/
Tommy
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like them tommy ;D ;D the last ones the best likes
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Tommy thats cool but to me its more west west than north can u work play with that
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The idea was just to spark a bit of "creative calastenics", was thinking about the Desert Rats and their intrepid exploits, think of a word to replace Highland?
Suggestions on a fiver to me,
T
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strontian
talk of fairies, noses and knolls........
mineral rock http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strontianite
slroc hunting SrCO3???
will it be sunny on sunart? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strontianite
crikey never heard of this place before but seems its got a few claims to fame
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slight twist on the theme, last one then somebody else can have a go
http://s866.photobucket.com/albums/ab221/COOLCAMPER55/LRHP/
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I am ok with what ever logo/slogan as long as its in land rover green .
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Does anyone have a big party size BBQ mine is only big enough to feed Doug so weather permitting be nice if we could get a big cook up rather than lots of small bbq going at once.
As we are allowed a camp fire on site i will bring with me kindling and a supply of logs to get us going,I have a bow saw but hasnt seen much use recently so if someone can bring one that be good,although drift wood makes for a great fire :).
Does everyone have camp chairs as I have a few and can bring extra if needed,I olso have lots of head torches but we probably wont need them as we shall all be in bed before dark ::)
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Sure we dont need our passports as well.. :o...convinced we're going on a great overland expedition to some far outback place........actually, after checking out the map-we are!! :D
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Mel you will just need proof of age in case theres the remote chance we go to the pub :) :) :)
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Tee shirts
Sorry for not being on to let you know costs but my first idea of something on the front and then something on the back, each one different, would be more expensive than the last fill up of the Discos tank today.
I admit I like Tommy's slogan idea with the addition of a Land Rover some where and I would be prepared to pay a slight bit extra and get a polo top.
This is the first camping weekend and I see this being an annual event so the tee/ polo shirt will be a treasured item for our grandchildren to put on ebay in the future. So if there is no further suggestions and if everybody is happy with Tommy's suggestion I will get definate quotations.
Prices were based on 25 tee shirts printed on front and back but all the same on each one, Foe tee shirts this was working out at ?11 each so a bit expensive.
Please let me know your thoughts.
The whole process will take two weeks from order to finish so we are getting close to a cut off date if we want something done.
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Lidl are doing a very handy sized garden saw with a folding blade they are selling for about ?4.00
be quick as they will be finished this week. :( :(
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Am ok with ?11 but cant say if I want 1 or2 let you know Friday,hopefully every one else will get back asap
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You spoiled people with your BBQ's
If we are going to get in to pyromania :'( :'( then all we need to get is a decent fire, raid the council tip for the shelves out of old fridges or even better ovens and with a few strategically placed logs we can sit them over the fire.
Dont mind doing he cooking its the washing up that gets me.
I shall be in the council yard tomorrow and report back.
On the T shirts thanks for the comments but its still a bit of "Work in Progress" was hoping some of you smart folks would finish it off
I have a bow saw, needs a new blade, also will find and sharpen the hand axe, on the scrounge for a wee chain saw at the minute.
You might have guessed I have done this a few times.
Tommy
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Tommy that sounds good if you can cook over a live fire not embers,think in the old days pps just used front grills of the landies.
Dont worry about a saw as am sure me shed will produce something more than able for the job.
If not we can get drift wood....me and Wendy used to drive the high tide every morning to collect wood when in our wee shore side cottage never bought coal all winter just drift and free peat...those were the days :D
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Cheapskate :D :D :D
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To true we where so skint we only eat salmon pheasant duck goose rabbit venison and tatties for about 6 months
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what you mean the bbq you got would only feed me >:( >:( what size is it? 10x10......inches of course :-[
have a hand axe which is as blunt as a spoon, never got round to sharpening it....only have a basic sharpening stone
got my wee lantern which burns these tealight candles. bringing that. should brighten up about 1 square foot ::) or my tent lol
will see if mother still has the garden chairs. got my green folding chair
is there a large tent/gazebo etc that could fit everyone WHEN it pees down with rain.....sorry am realistic lol it is scotland after all
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YES Doug I will bring a medium gazebo,has no sides but keep the rain off
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that would be handy. dont want everyone gate crashing your tin tent lol ;)
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The Tin Tent if I get it there will operate a guest list policy,you will be chief steward so everyone will get in ::)
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Mel you will just need proof of age in case theres the remote chance we go to the pub :) :) :)
Dont know if thats cheek or compliment :o :o but i guess driving a Landrover thats considerably older than me [providing the goddess is coming...im still waiting >:(] is proof enough :D :D
Tommy that sounds good if you can cook over a live fire not embers,think in the old days pps just used front grills of the landies.
Dont worry about a saw as am sure me shed will produce something more than able for the job.
If not we can get drift wood....me and Wendy used to drive the high tide every morning to collect wood when in our wee shore side cottage never bought coal all winter just drift and free peat...those were the days :D
Sounds like a supply of indigestion tablets need to be packed too...... :o :o ;)
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hey take it i get the job of 'bouncer' cause of the belly lol, big daddy eat your heart out ;D
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Mel compliment,Doug yes stature makes you fit the bill :) :) :)
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Re the gazebo I use a 5 x 6 metre camo tarp strapped to the side of the land rover and three adjustable clothes poles plus a few guy ropes to secure.
Its a ideal cover and it can be rolled up and bungied to the roof rack in about 10 minutes
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or stretched between another few convenient landies.....
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Good call matey
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Got the grills three of, for the cooking.
Two are big enough to cook for aa army they came out a commercial freezer.
Just need the chain saw etc and that's sorted.
Tommy
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Guys i work in a plumbing merchant. And we have piles of old pallets do you want me break and bag some???? Great for the chimnea and not being fresh wood they dont put out as much smoke.
Cheers Bill
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man with a plan, bill. like it ;D
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Bill great idea ...but will you have space......................needless to say club shop will be available for those who need to get a presie for a loved one :)
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Polo Tops
Please all look at the following link for a guy who is very switched on and was very helpful in offering advice.
For the price of ?14.00 he can print our own sign on names on the front and then on the back put Tommy's slogan with the Land Rover cartoon in the middle of it.
He suggested that either white or grey would be best as they show up the print better.
funtoontshirts.com/view-toon.php?toon=624
He would only take two days or so to do all the work and we could email him direct with our club names and pay so that would be easier than one person having to collect money rtc.
What is every bodies thoughts??????
If we want the cartoon drawn a bit better he could also do that for us.
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Chris am happy with that,grey for me but happy to go with majority.Did you ring me back I had to pop out so give me a bell anytime now
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Has anyone decided what logo to go for? I quite like the 1st one-has a good sound to it. Cartoon Landy great...as long's mine a 109 SW in Limestone ;D...fussy you know!! ::) ;D
Grey polo shirt too-white sooo not a good colour with either Landrovers or dogs.... :o
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Sorry to be a bit of a bore but the cartoon does nought for me, bit garish, but if the majority like it then fine go for it.
Probably best with the grey, at least it will last longer rather than a white one which will yellow with time.
Tommy
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Tommy its not a fashion statement its a bit of fun,you got the new motor phone me take/me you for a run :)
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Has anyone checked if there is a fuel station over there? or should we all fill up before hand I hate putting ?100 plus in at a time still can balance that with no passengers :)
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good thinking batman. with the 90s small tank cuts the range a bit. managed to empty the tank in 200miles with that grr.....maybe should have stayed below 70 ::) lol
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YOU did pass me at speed poor Wendy thought it was a road train passing
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should have given you ear plugs lol. it was running superb so couldnt just toddle along had to stretch the legs a bit ;)
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http://www.whatgas.com/
bit worrying its latest prices were in 2008.......maybe the diesel is past its sell by date by now
maybe best play safe and get a few gallons before the ferry
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Too right Doug at least on w/e away you get a chance to make a noise except to those camping beside you F@@T SN@@RE
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There is a filling station at Glencoe village with well stocked shop and one at Ballahullish just after the bridge.
I am intending to contribute another ?100 to Tesco's in Perth and then top up at Glencoe village that should be good for the weekend for me.
This week I have filled the Disco up twice, suppose sleeping in on sunday and getting to the GRR did cost me dearly but the sound was fantastic, and last night in Inverness Tesco had no diesel for sale >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( so it was Morrisons at a cheap price of 120.9 hence the large drink.
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so it was Morrisons at a cheap price of 120.9 hence the large drink.
I filled a work vehicle in Aviemore on Tuesday - ?1.29 !!
SVO at 70p a litre starts to sound good !
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whats SVO and where does one buy it :) :)
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After John's comment I thought I would plug the post code for the Strontian Hotel into the Petrol Price check web site.
It came back "No petrol stations in this area" ??? ???
Now that's a worry.
I think the Glencoe top up will be my chosen approach after filling to the neck at Aldi in Paisley.
Deisel in Greenock is at ?1 22.9 and thats Tesco, no competition so they charge what they like, theiving bar stewards >:( >:(
Tommy
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whats SVO and where does one buy it :) :)
Straight vegetable oil. I've not tried it but theres a lot of folks who run older diesels on it...and another lot who warn of death and destruction if you do.
The other alternative is to make your own biodiesel. Fairly basic chemistry at room temperatures and pressures....you just need a shed ! The Govt even allow you to make 2500lt a year for personal use tax free. Might be the next thing on my list.
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YOU did pass me at speed poor Wendy thought it was a road train passing
Yeah,I was overtaken by a certain 90 on the way to Bathgate..i was doing 70 to keep up with the damn thing and i was in the 110!! Goddess doesnt stand a chance does she!! Maybe i'll go at the back and i'll see you all there just in time for turning back for home!! :-\
As for the fuel, i'll need to top up, further north but i carry spare fuel as my fuel gauge isnt the most reliable at present but that might change after her B&B stay ay Larbert!! 8)
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its ok guys i can run slower.....took an easy run back today 55/60mph....needed to save money lol
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I will play safe couple of20 ltr jerry cans and full tank be fine,were not crossing the Sahara....unless I get us well lost
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Whats the final deal with the t shirts??
T
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The final deal with polo tops is that if we are all happy with your slogan and a Land Rover cartoon on the back with our sign on names on the front then I will set up a deal with the shop on monday.
We would then be able to phone him and give him our details and pay at the same time
John has kindly offered to collect them
Will post a final pm on monday or tuesday if he is closed on the holiday monday. He did offer to change the cartoon of the Landy if we wanted something a bit better.
On the fuel subject I m a bit concerned John with your last comment "If we get lost" ??? ??? ??? ???
Surley you mean if we reach the light house we have missed the turning ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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If we end up at Cape Wrath then you KNOW we've missed a turning!! :o....maybe my spare gallon fuel can aint gonna be enough ??? ???
Polo Shirts fine by me...new fashion statement 8);D 8)
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Hey Tommy
like the new pic of your new Land Rover :) :) :)
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Thank you kind Sir.
It wont look like that for long, the courier will have a hernia by the end of the week carrying all the "goodies" up the stairs.
Just the ususal bits and bobs, at least he will not have to carry the roof rack, its in the metal shop being coated.
Just checked out the caravan hitch this am and apart from the Aux socket its ready to rock, being retired its "drop of the hat" and we are off.
T
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Hi Tommy where,s the pic of the new motor? Hope the toys include front and rear winches for the w/e so you can keep going :)
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Oh go on then, ;D ;D
http://i866.photobucket.com/albums/ab221/COOLCAMPER55/Puma/th_DSC_00560891.jpg
And since I never get stuck no need for a winch :D :D
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We wait with baited breath to see the toys...getting stuck plenty time for that :) :)
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If I remember correctly was it not Ross and I who got through the woods at Glentarkie and was it not you who had to be uncerimoneously dragged out by a J**p. ::) ::)
I think the pictures are on the web site ;D ;D
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I think lighting my fag as I dropped into the sticky bit was factor :) :)
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If I remember correctly was it not Ross and I who got through the woods at Glentarkie and was it not you who had to be uncerimoneously dragged out by a J**p. ::) ::)
I think the pictures are on the web site ;D ;D
nice motor Tommy. Your recollection is correct but I don't mention it as John is on the comittee and I always thought they were experts at off roading and he knew what he was doing at the time lol
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"Lighting my fag" whoops John please do not try that on the lochside with the tin tent in tow or it maybe a bit more than a J**P that you will need. :D :D :D :D :D
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This mention of Glentarkie got me thinking we must get back over there see if we can get round the bottom of the woods dont think many tried last time.
Back to the w/e I will have a fag in each hand going up the loch side steady the nerves,can some comp smart person check if the are any atms over there in case we spend to much on fuel at the bar :)
I need to buy a new battery for caravan I want good one but dont want to spend a fortune any recommendations,Halfords do one for?109.
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I have a trade card for Halfords if that helps as you will get a discount.
From my memory there are no atm's and I think the last one is at the Green Smelly that we will pass
that is if we do not finish up at Fort Bill having missed the turn off :D :D :D :D :D :D
Let me know about the trade card but if you let me know what type you need I will ask at Perthshire Caravans who are just down the road from me, also will tell you how much discount you will get from Halfords.
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Thanks for that Chris,problem is I no nothing about tin tents so as to what battery is best I dont know but all it will have too do is power the lights fridge etc for a couple of nights now and then,as hook up available most places other than SLROC W/E ends
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Dont buy a battery from Halfords if you can help it.
I take it you are buying a Leisure battery and not a car battery. They are subtle differences and its all down to the charging and the retention of the charge. Leisure batteries are normally more expensive.
I bought a 110Ah battery for the van when I put the mover on the 80Ah would just about cope withe the van's needs but not the mover and the van. I did not toss away the 80Ah just hooked it up in parallel so I have nearly 190Ah capacity on the van.
I got mine off ebay about ?60 plus postage(it was covered with stamps :D :D)but definitely less than ?80
Try Towsure,or maybe Burnhouse Caravans down the A737 they seemed reasonable for caravan gear
One other possibility is Dingbro, the are supposed to be trade only but I am sure you can brassneck it. You can get a new battery for ?30 for a Peugot 206, Halfords are a tad more than that
Hope it helps,
Tommy
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Run the fridge off the gas bottle just use the battery for the lights
Tommy
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Thanks for that Tommy I have a spare car battery but plan to get leisure battery I will try Dingo Bro being trade not a prob for me,might get you over before w/e show me how to work every thing on the van as this will be its first outing.
Cheers John
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Have a look at this
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HEAVY-DUTY-LEISURE-MARINE-BATTERY-85-AH-W260-X-D170MM-/360210962495?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item53de3f183f
As to helping out in the van, need to be evenings, fitting a kitchen for Mother Dear, bless her, its a 80th Birthday present for her not me before you pipe up :D :D
Can't get time to "pimp my ride" with the toys
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Thanks that seems a good buy its bigger that the battery that was in it so before ordering i will check tomorrow it will fit the battery box,lol thought you had lots of time on your hands...once you say your free you never are
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John,
you should be able to get a 110 Ah leisure battery at a Motor Factor or Caravan shop for the same money as that 85 Ah, & get some comeback if you get a dud.
george
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George,thanks I will check to make sure I dont buy a battery to big to fit the wee compartment,I will get a price from dingo bro there the only motor factors near me.unless you can recommend someone near bye.
Trust you are well and have had a intresting time over last few months with all the snow up your way.
Regards John
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just had it confirmed i got the weekend off for our wee trip. managed to make it a long weekend, friday,saturday, sunday and monday. prooved a bit harder than usual cause we are on holiday service on the 17th.
as for battery, you not considered a generator? handy for the remote sites
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Me too I have had my leave application approved by Mother and the "Boss" :D :D
Might stop the Sunday night it depends on the weather no point in sticking around if you are droont :( :(
T
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I got an 88ah battery for ?53 on line do forw/e tin tenting...I hope!
I am planning back Sunday but as I do as I please subject to permission from Wendy ;D.
Working on the overheating prob this Sunday so will be sorted
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Doug & Tommy glad to see you have managed to secure time off/away for the weekend, however I also like the idea of the sunday night as well and come back monday
I mean if we are spending all that on fuel etc then might as well get the most out of it.
Do the same rates apply to the sunday night at the Strontian, real mens, Camp Site? John please note this as it is not called The Strontian Tin Tent Site just incase your paying by cheque you understand ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
Glad to see you got a battery sorted out John does this mean Doug can use his mic and speakers when telling his jokes to all the assembled Campers and Tin Tenters after the bbq ;D ;D ;D ;D
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id be up for sunday night as well. as you say might as well get our moneys worth lol
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If I remember I will bring a mike and the old karioki machine,be about somewhere.
I will my make up my my mind on the Sunday but sounds like a plan,regarding food I plan to bring breakie stuff,and boil in bag and microwave rubbish,must leave plenty room for lager ;D
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You could always just bring beer and take the Bear Grylls guide to eating on the wilds, the odd coat eye never hurt anyone. I'm judt raging I'm not going, sounds like the making of a good weekend
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John have just read your post about food .... thought you had the lunch "packed" before the last GRR and I see no mention of "flounders" on the bbq
Have you forgotten to dig up a wee bit of your garden for some worms that is not covered in parking spaces for the fleet for the fishing on Saturday. I have organised a rod etc, top part super glued on :D :D :D :D, and have to just get some bait now.
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is there any fish mongers over there?? dont fancy starving while you lot try and catch a cold :D
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I was hoping maybe to catch a lamb on the back cast ;D ;D ;D
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would of tried fly fishing, but a meal of bluebottles doesnt appeal to me
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It would be a good laugh to buy a fish or two from tesco's pop them on the hook and quickly lift them out the water however I would probally buy fresh water fish tropical fish and be caught out ;) ;) ;)
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buy them frozen and claim the waters too cold for swimming :D
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Doug,
Any further on with the tent.... wood, ladder etc?
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Doug,
Any further on with the tent.... wood, ladder etc?
Whats the ladder for? Erecting the stage lighting for the comedy show? Surely John has some lighting stashed away with the Karioki machine
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Doug,
Any further on with the tent.... wood, ladder etc?
chris, i thought you were going for the upper bunk ;)
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well that didnt quite go to plan.......thought id see my airbed was still ok for this weekend. blew it up, that went well, lay down on it then BANG!!!! oops. i knew id put on weight but bad sign when even your airbed gives up the fight :-[ :-[ oh well plan B :( :(
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That must have been a bit of a let down ;)
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Plan B ? blow up new air bed, look and check it then lay down beside it ;D ;D ;D ;D
"Should not have gone to Domino's"
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AH the joy of the tin tent,Doug cant make up my mind do I suffer a single bed or the king size double,you need ex army camp bed very uncomfy :)
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How did you get on with your repairs to the cooling system etc?
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so your taking the wimps way out and taking the tin tent lol
got a camp bed.....its worse than air bed, especialy for someone like me with the generous body size.... :-[
got foam mat and the lightweight airbed. cant use campbed in the equinox anyway the beds too high
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Hunky Dory did steady 70 mph on mway no probs,just needed water coolant mix sorted and oil top up,rad was clean so happy days,mind you will see how it goes when I take the van for a wee spin up the braes during the week.
Hows the tshirt situation I will need one with hairy on it!!!
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how much is the camping again? and is it per person, per tent or motor???
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how much is the camping again? and is it per person, per tent or motor???
Yes :D :D
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Doug you tenters are?5 per night for adults no charge for motor.
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was speaking to my mate last night and he was tempted just depend on whether he gets time off.....also see if hes still up for it once hes sober lol. he cant drive yet so would be co-pilot
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Lightweight air bed Mr Sykes!
There is a joke there somewhere :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
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aye it depends whether you use heavy air or light air to fill them..... ::) ::) ::)
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Mind you at least you could have a warm bed as I suppose there will be lots of HOT AIR available during the weekend ;) ;) ;) ;)
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I have shared a tent with Jumbo..plenty hot noisy air ;D,still keep him warm.Doug there is still the prospect of a wee bit off public road so your mate can get the tank stuck save you ;D
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I have shared a tent with Jumbo..plenty hot noisy air ;D,still keep him warm.Doug there is still the prospect of a wee bit off public road so your mate can get the tank stuck save you ;D
oops that would be my body burps then :-[ :-[ damn beans :-[
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burps??? other end
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burps??? other end
Sounds like I need to be very strategic in where I pitch the tent, upwind(pardon the pun) me thinks ;D ;D) and, just to be sure, bring the earplugs ;D ;D.
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Just thought I would get us off the hot air topic as its getting a bit long winded.What I am looking for is a volunteer to write a short article on the w/e for the club news letter,this would be appreciated as the editor is always looking for contributions.
Of course any such article would have to take account of current libel laws and of course my good name.
Any takers
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Glad you changed the topic John....TO MUCH INFORMATION thank you very much!!!! :o :o :o :o
Just remember there will be ladies on this expedition....... :D...including the 4-wheeled variety, My girl is easily offended, so that means no swearing, no burping and no farting either!!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Hi cursing and blaspheming will be allowed if you tip your motor into a roadside loch :)
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Absolutely!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D.....think id probably cry as well, but seeing as ive been Goddess-less (say THAT after a few beers!!), for the last 5 weeks, i'll be going NOWHERE NEAR water, mud,trees...in fact i'll even take a bit of carpet to park her up on so her wheels dont get dirty!!! :o :o 8) 8)..... ;D ;D ;D
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Just thought I would get us off the hot air topic as its getting a bit long winded.What I am looking for is a volunteer to write a short article on the w/e for the club news letter,this would be appreciated as the editor is always looking for contributions.
Of course any such article would have to take account of current libel laws and of course my good name.
Any takers
Apologies but I will have to decline this kind offer as I am not of sufficient educational standing to compose such an ode :'( :'(, besides being retired is a full time job :D :D.
Not even a PM pleading me to do it from a joker in the pack, can persuade me otherwise, you know who you are :) :)
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Mel there is a road which is public but 4x4 only,if you dont want to take the godess down it,you are welcome to take the helm in my 110 or better still sit in with DOUG he needs help on tricky roads :).
I think a notary for this event might keep us on the right side of the road :) :) :)
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As it is my Mums birthday on Wednesday we always go to the Inn at Ardgour for her birthday lunch so I thought I would find answers to questions that have been previously asked,
ATM Yes there is one in Strontian it is a RBS and free when the shop is open
Diesel is available in Strontian but please note that the price today is ?1.35 per litre.
There are two very good shops in the village and one even does the lottery.
Diesel in Glencoe was costing ?1.28 per litre but at Ballahulish it was ?1.26
Now I realise that we are all responsible drivers but also I saw two gents with checkered caps hiding beside a large shed with a "hair dryer" in one of their hands, on the road out of Ardgour, made a comment on this and was told that this is a very regular occurance as people think they are away from the main roads so nobody is going to check up on them.
Did not get a chance to visit the site as was short of time but hope all the above helps with planning for all.
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Think the hair dryer is for show only, the last I heard on "roadtrafficdefence.com" was that speed guns have been withdrawn from all scottish forces and can not be used to gauage speed. Still wouldn't risk it though
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I dont think me 110 and caravan be doing much over 70mph on single track road.
No doubt we will be welcome but plod might try and catch us out so good road manners is all it takes.
Thats why if we convoy it would be a good idea after crossing ferry if we just went along in 2s 4min apart dont wont a convoy annoying locals
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John, according to a few of my biker buddies, the biggest police risk is unmarked police sport bikes fitted with recorded gear. As you say, if everyone sticks to the law and don't cause convoy tail backs should be no issues.
James
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Have to agree John on that point but it is a sixty on the road to Strontian ::) ::)
Think that depending on the ferry it would be good to maybe split up there however the owner of the Inn was telling me that it has not been a great season so far and all visitors very welcome. Also he thinks the site is up through a residential area at the back of the village past school so "in twos" would be a good idea there for sure at all times.
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if its single track i always try and stay a passing place apart
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John have just checked but please confirm this
A class roads max speed for caravan/ trailer is 50mph
B Motorway or dual carriage way is 60 mph.
Please check but this was a relation of mine who tows his tin tent about all the time and is a retired "Checkered Hatman" although a time ago
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Doug passing places are not bus srops ::)
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Doug passing places are not bus srops ::)
if i hear a bell ringing im stopping ;D ;D
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Correct if I average 30mph i will be happy
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speed limit for towing is 50mph on single carriageway, suppose it would mean the same single track.....doesnt say any different.....wouldnt recomend it though
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Thats good after all it is not a speed event we are on so lets all enjoy the sights on the way there and arrive safely.
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Thats good after all it is not a speed event we are on so lets all enjoy the sights on the way there and arrive safely.
This man speaks total common sense.
That's exactly the approach I shall be adopting
T
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Just to add to Doug's note,
Towing a braked trailer is 50MPH on A and B roads unless there is an overiding limit e.g. 40MPH and 60 MPH on motorway again unless there is an overiding limit e.g.50MPH
On all roads an "unbraked trailer" is limited to 50 MPH
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My reference to 70mph was in jest might be 7mph
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My reference to 70mph was in jest might be 7mph
"well i've been a sunday driver noo for many's a happy year, and i've never had my morris minor defender 110 (not quite the same ring to it but never mind) oot o' second gear" ;D ;D ;D
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10 days to go and I haven't a thing to wear ::) ::)
need to start getting the motor in Camping mode :)
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Ah 10 more sleeps and then we'r there but like Tommy I have still lots to do the only thing so far is the roof rack is painted and set back up but this could prove worthless as I still have got no Discovery :o >:( :o >:( :o
so it better come back this week.
Here is hoping however I have done over 700 miles in the Astra :D :D :D :D
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and as someone managed to remind me last night i dont have a day off before we go :(
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.....................I have done over 700 miles in the Astra :D :D :D :D
Think of the fuel savings to ease the pain of being without :) :)
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700 miles...is that all!!!! Think im about on 2100 now...she goes for a valet tomorrow then parked up awaiting collection as....THE GODDESS IS COMING HOME TOMORROW!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D....(think that'll do!! :D )
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Yes were on the countdown take it everone is still coming.As for dress Tommy if you really want too :) dont think there will be any need for formal wear although I might get the kilt on.
Is anyone bringing a large barby? Tommy I think said he had organised something.
Chrisi whats happening with the shirts?
How many cb radios will we have?
Saddly I wont have time to go to Gemm to get my rock sliders fitted so be looking as shabby as ever ,however I might give the 110 a wash.
If its going to be nice and dry and if 90 gets new Mot might be tempted to come in it with yes wait for it ...............................a tent.
only because Hairy has an exam and cant come so be on my own.
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MEL thats ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;Dgreat news,hope the dogs dont complain
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Tough if they do-theyre mum's happy though!! Hopefully arriving on Monday, a girls 'must-have' for her Landrover as well....just in time for a certain expedition!! ;D
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700 miles...is that all!!!! Think im about on 2100 now...she goes for a valet tomorrow then parked up awaiting collection as....THE GODDESS IS COMING HOME TOMORROW!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D....(think that'll do!! :D )
great news mel. looking forward to seeing the goddess.....havnt actually seen her in the flesh metal :D :D :D :D
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A girls must have for a landie.........do tell???
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Absolutely not :-X :-X !!!! You'll have to wait and see....A girl like me aint gonna do hair straightener things or nail stuff blah blah, so it HAS to be truck related...the only clue im giving!! :)
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Is it a man driver that can drive the goddess correctly? Sorry you left yourself open to my childish mind, bad new boy bad!
Glad your getting her back
James
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I go for a good set of super looking all terrain tyres, net curtain for the rear widows and a duster to keep all clean :D :D :D
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a dishwasher......so even the women can get some rest time :P
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Chrisi whats happening with the shirts?
How many cb radios will we have?
Ok he tee shirts I will get onto tomorrow and post a note but it will be late tomorrow night.
I am bringing my cb as the ariel is now attached to the roof rack, will not get the spots on though. Yep I am going for the expedition look as I believe John is taking us on one ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
And I got my rota out for next week and it is not pleasant reading ??? ??? ???as I will finish on thursday night at midnight and then will have to pack everything in the morning as it will get nicked if I pack it on thursday morning so will need no rocking on friday night
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A dishwasher?
would that be with the Diamond Standard tablets then we will all have clean plates and cutlery on the weekend........ ah one less task to get my mits dirty with ;D ;D ;D
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Wrong wrong and wrong again......
James-cheeky s*d :( !! Nae bloke( not that im sexist or anything!! ) will EVER be able to drive the Goddess 'correctly' as you put it!!...and if youre coming on the trip...youre barred from using it, and i hope it pees down...!!!! ;D ;D
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Mel are you saying James is barred from using the dishwasher?
Or have you bought a large umbrella?
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i have cb but hopeless reception dont have a car aerial
whats the status on the sunday night as well? are we staying an extra night?
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Doug I think I said I have an aerial for you and I found it yesterday in my shed so I will bring it along for you.
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It will be something sensible but add a bit of comfort,or well if it was Wendy bigger mirrors inside and out :)
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cheers christopher. tommy said he was going to see if its me that cant work it.....most likely fault lol. its handheld.....got a car connector with it but it plugs into fag lighter socket which is an optional extra 90 dont have lol
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Easy to wire up as it is only two wires a pos and neg, and an inline fuse also needed.
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a fuse!!!!!! crickey that would take the grand total to 7 fuses in the 90 :o :o :o
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No just a cheeky we in line one
Notice Mel is a bit quiet do you think she is out checking to see if she can get a hot water supply off the top hose for the dishwasher?????
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No just a cheeky we in line one
Notice Mel is a bit quiet do you think she is out checking to see if she can get a hot water supply off the top hose for the dishwasher?????
shes probably preparing the nooses to hang us cheeky s0d5 ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
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No just a cheeky we in line one
Notice Mel is a bit quiet do you think she is out checking to see if she can get a hot water supply off the top hose for the dishwasher?????
shes probably preparing the nooses to hang us cheeky s0d5 ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
Mm who is bringing the bow saws to take the trees down then :D :D :D
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dont need saws. just send billy out hes good at knocking trees down.....and if he misses he could always send his son round to finnish the job ;) ;)
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Dont think we should chop down trees :-X drift wood should be fine I will bring some logs and peat in the back,its a long run so mist will be in front seat navigating
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Dont think we should chop down trees :-X drift wood should be fine I will bring some logs and peat in the back,its a long run so mist will be in front seat navigating
peat who ??? ???
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Can "Peat" in the back not navigate somebody told me "Heather" knows the hills
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thats an undercut poor Heather
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Just to answer a few wee points
Wood cutting etc.
I have a bow saw and a chain saw. I do not agree with cutting down trees but if there is fallen timber then thats a different matter, Drift wood is fine too especially if its been above high tide for a wee while, burns well no smoke either.
Cooking / BBQ
I have acquired three metal grids that can be placed over the fire, one of these is big enough to cook about a dozen steaks at once, all we need is the tongs etc to turn the food and save the fingers getting burnt.
CB Rigs
I will have mine on board fully functional, well it will be when I do it next week, dont expect any problems. Doug, bring yours with you and I promise I will get it sorted out. On the way up I will be sitting on channel 19 so give me a hollar, Coolcamper is my handle.
Is there anything else we need to sort out
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Tommy you need to go back a bit to get the gist of the tree cutting :D :D :D
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You lot are unreal!!! ::) ::)
Not far away with the 'large brolly'. Fits onto the side of the truck ( if you cant work it out from that whopping great clue then heaven help us!) and you lot have to behave or it stays under wraps!!!!!!!!!!!! ;D....and you can do your own flamin' dishes!!!!!!!! ::) ::) ::)
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Ah I see could it be an awning ?
Mel thats a great purchase
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;D ;D ;D 8) 8) 8) ;D ;D ;D
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Tommy you need to go back a bit to get the gist of the tree cutting :D :D :D
Got the bit about Bill and young Bill and the forestry "technique", actually witnessed the pair at one of the RTV around Christmas.
Is there something else I should have picked up on??
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Mel, due gemm hitting my wage packet I will not be going, would loved to have gone and compared your dish water to my solar powered one, mines actually puts the dishes away, sometimes she plays up. Sounds like you will be in good company with landys,blokes chainsaws and booze. Must dash, dishwasher is telling me to get off the computer.
James
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Ah I see could it be an awning ?
Mel thats a great purchase
hmmmm good and bad points here....
good: at least WHEN its p33ing down with rain the bbq will stay dry :D
bad: the dogs will have a head start for grabbing the sausages :(
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Hey, they would need mare than a head start to beat me if I was going. I move like lighting when there is food to be scoffed
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James I doubt you would beat doug to the grub :),shame you cant make it.
Mel whats state of play with the goddess.
Think we are organised,just t shirts and confirm time for meet at Tyndrum
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If jumbo is like me and is fond of a burger or 3 then the seen of us 2 at a barby would look more at home in the tiger cage at the zoo.
How did you get on with viewing the disco?
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It was sold i was a bit peeved as Wendy loved it when it was in my drive for a day :'( still looking for a smart one in the 2k 3k range
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That's a shame, that vogue is still sitting out there if your interested, I wouldn't have a petrol one myself, been there before with big engined cars and for a daily drive you soon see the cash going
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POLO TOPS
Ok this is the situation. We are going with the "Tommy Design" on the back with the cartoon Landie in the middle of this. At the point of order we give our sign on name which will be printed on the front. Colour will be grey.
1 Phone to place and pay for your order on 0141 339 9652 saying you are part of the Land Rover fun week end and use my name to ensure that you are getting the correct shirt etc
2 Give your sign on name
3 Order must be placed by Tuesday 5pm as our "Leader" is collecting them on Thursday.
"Leader" I will pm you with collection details
Please phone me if I have not explained this correctly.
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It was sold i was a bit peeved as Wendy loved it when it was in my drive for a day :'( still looking for a smart one in the 2k 3k range
Seen quite a few on the Glasgow and Edinburgh Gum Tree sites some of these will match the budget you mention
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is a weather forecast ever right????
well heres hoping this one is. not looking bad at all. bit of rain friday night/saturday morning but temperture wise very mild :o :o
http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/14days.asp?zipcode=PH36 4HZ
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Perfect weather for the midge,glad am in tin tent,do have for sale or hire brand new double size internal midge net cost me ?33
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:(to see we dont have a scribe volunteering to cover the event!!!!!
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Now some of you might find his funny but I do not, after receiving a phone call I am now getting the Discovery back on tuesday night ??? ??? :o :o :o >:( >:( >:(
So the way my shifts work out now I have only wednesday morning to get her ready to go on friday morning.
Regards Sunday I will be staying till lunch/afternoon as I have now got a funeral to go to at Logie Kirk nr Stirling for a friend who I was at school with. :( :( :( :(
Tommy I will phone the shop on monday morning but it looks a no goer now :-[ :-[ :-[
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re the t shirts I tried through the Photobucket site as well maybe the site managed to get it through. I have had another email failure trying to send a note to one of the forum members regarding a radio license course it might be my pc.
If you have the link, its on the thread, try sending it from your machine.
On the other hand I might be able to come up with car stickers using mt PC and special adhesive backed paper. How many vehicles are there?
What colour are they? (I know that might be a problem for Doug ;) ;)). I can then get the text in the right colour for the vehicles then at least we have something.
Can each of the crew get back to me on this?
Tommy
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Proposed Car Sticker its about 210mm wide and 60mm high, clear background and the text can be changed to suit the vehicle colour(http://i866.photobucket.com/albums/ab221/COOLCAMPER55/LRHP/Strontian_2copy.jpg)
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shame about the t shirts christopher but they stickers is a good plan ;D ;D
tommy, what do you mean i dont know the colour of my motor ??? ??? its quite clearly the colour of the last mud pit i drove through ;D ;D ;D
just an idea....could you get a saltire behind the landrover logo or even around the whole sticker?? since my motors MAINLY green it wouldnt stand out too clear with a clear background
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Thats seems a good idea Tommy, Goddess-Limestone.
I'm not staying the Monday. Us self employed folk dont get paid when were off :(, and im off Friday, so thats enough!!!
Hope you get the Disco sorted in time Chris-how long does it take to throw a tent,sleeping bag,dog lead & dog and some grub into the back of a disco!!! :o
Oh, and the ones who arent tin-tenting it......I camped at Drumclog at the weekend and it was b****y FREEZING!!!!! :o :o :o
I have never been so cold even with 2 of the dogs sharing the duvet!!! (4 large dogs in a wee tent...not funny!! :D..) So word of advice..take some extra blankets!!
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Have I missed something what has happened re polo shirts? turn my back for a couple of days and chaos.
The sticker looks great Tommy,I now have the long SLROC .com stickers for rear window,?4 let me know if you want one
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just went for a spin in the 90......hmm slight problem. i seem to have sprung a leak. the whole engine bay, front axle dripping with, i think, fluid rather than oil. theres also oil/grease coming from front offside onto the wheel. have had problem with power steering lately ie intermitent working although the fluid tank looks full. maybe coolant? could be dusting off the freebie and coming through in comfort at this rate
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Doug get on to Alex right away dont want that freebie showing us up again :) Hope it aint anything serious,as even with roof box on freebie you will never get all your gear in it.
Whats the story with the shirts?
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hey freebies like a van when i fold the seats down lol. with the weather like this could even have my top off :o :o
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hey freebies like a van when i fold the seats down lol. with the weather like this could even have my top off :o :o
Now there's a site to behold, Doug with his top off :D :D :D
T
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......................Whats the story with the shirts?
I was unable to get the design across to the T shirt guy, its either my PC or his email address, it keeps sending back failure messages.
Christopher is aware of the SOP perhaps he can pull it off yet.
T
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hey freebies like a van when i fold the seats down lol. with the weather like this could even have my top off :o :o
Now there's a site to behold, Doug with his top off :D :D :D
T
:P :P :P
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Who is all comming at the mo I T Chris Doug Mel ,Me ?
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the connor clans coming?
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Guys and Gals am not waiting at Tyndrum I plan to head up leaving Paisley at6.30am,I am baysitting a choc lab so thought get camped up early,give the dogs time to settle,unless I am at side of the road and need help :)
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Sorry Guys been busy trying to put some life into my ever growing fleet of non running landies!!!! lol
Yes Conner clan defo be there with sister and brother in law in tow hopefully not the other way round!!! lol
We will be late on though leaving after work.
Looking forward to it see you all there
Cheers Bill and family
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dont worry we will keep a beer cool for you :D
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Doug thats the start hi jacking my fridge to keep a beer cold aw where will it end ;D
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Guys and Gals am not waiting at Tyndrum I plan to head up leaving Paisley at6.30am,I am baysitting a choc lab so thought get camped up early,give the dogs time to settle,unless I am at side of the road and need help :)
I will keep an eye out for you on the way up just in case you have a spot of bother.
Rather tempted to follow your approach, I will have everything ready on Thurs night so once I get up have my coffee then head off. Depending when I reach Tyndrum, might decide to pull over otherwise will push on and maybe stop off somewhere for a cuppa.
T
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My plan remains the same except I am bringing a lab I dont know well ,so thought get there early to let dogs settle,
So getting on site early good idea,if you fancy meeting up go up together at 7am pm me.
John.
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Doug thats the start hi jacking my fridge to keep a beer cold aw where will it end ;D
i got my own fridge ;D ;D a bucket of cold water ;D ;D
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....................since my motors MAINLY green it wouldnt stand out too clear with a clear background
I can change the background to another colour rather than being transparent, how about a nice pink ;) ;) and before you ask I dont do camo colours :P :P
T
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just went for a spin in the 90......hmm slight problem. i seem to have sprung a leak.
Hmmm is that what i skidded on leaving work last night ;)
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getting spyed on again......im gona have to wear a disguise from now on 8)
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Sorry Doug wont work not in your "tank"
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thats true ::) still least now i have an excuse for not going to the gym. the fluid was power steering.....the pumps pumped its last :( still thanks to peter hes given me a replacement so hopefully that solves it.
ps john your starters in the back
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Thats great news will you have it fitted in time for the w/e .Peter is a bit of a star his place is an Alladins cave.Combined with his know how 5 star.
Thanks for picking up the starter can you fit it in the wee freebie :D with all your gear.
Ta John
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no its on the to do list......if its just power steering away the tank may be coming through. but the idea of lower fuel bills, lower noise and higher speeds swings it to the freebie lol
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Do really want to drive the freebie across the sea?
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Hi guys and gals,
The polo tops are still able to be produced BUT YOU all need to phone and place your orders by midday on WEDNESDAY the details are already on he thread but I will list them again.
Phone Graham on 0141 339 9652 and tell him you are going on the Land Rover weekend. You need to pay ?15 when placing your order. Use my name when phoning him or phone me on my mobile 07989960134. Once you have ordered can you please pm me and confirm as I have to let John know if there is any to pick up
I have sent him the wording for the back and he is doing us a REAL favour in getting them ready for collection on thursday. When I phoned him today NOBODY had ordered one so this the last chance we have. Get phoning if you want one :( :( :(
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Sorry for sounding grumpy but I thought people wanted these.
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I will order first thing am
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its just i thought they had fallen through thats why tommy had tried with the window stickers
as long as he has xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxlarge :-[ :-[ i will call tomorrow
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Any further takers ????
Mel unfortunately you can not wash these in the dishwasher but you will have to use the other washing machine. Anyway have you got the hot water supply sorted out from the top hose yet :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
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Just as a reminder what were the colours of the shirts?
Tommy
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Graham suggested grey as it would be best however if Mel uses the Diamond Standard tablets these could come out white :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
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Mel I know who I would stick in the washing machine ;D
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Hey John I hope your not suggesting ?????? that would be shocking
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need a twin tub for the suspects
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What :o :o how many suspects do you think there could be ;) ;) ;)
And do think they drive Land Rovers?????
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Woman are spoiled now a days with washing machines and dishwashers, what was wrong with taking the dishes to the loch and washing them? Rubbing a couple of twiggs together get the fire going, boil some water and scrubbing clothes by hand?
James
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One job down and 4 to goto put on the toys ;)
CB in and working tomorrow its a chequer plate session, then the illuminations :D :D
Might be a late one on Thursday if I want to finish all the stuff.
need to change my work lights as the ladder wont go on the roof rack which means I have two spare going?10 to anyone who wants them.
T
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Tommy
You mention "Illuminations" are you thinking of removing the lights from the Blackpool prom
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not a hope, Driving, roof bar and new work lights. my mate says if I put anymoe on i will need to plug the mota into Hunterston Nuclear power station :D :D
T
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for ?10 I will take them,bring them with you
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Just need to run a credit check................................ OK :D :D
It's a deal 8)
T
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can I make payment with my Greek Goverment Bonds ;D
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With the weather forcast looking so good am tempted to tent :) wait and see :)
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Know what you mean, according to the beeb its destined for 21 C on Friday just the reason for getting up there pronty, who knows I might get to use the air con on the mota and I dont mean opening the windaes :D :D
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hmmmm could be the freebie after all 8) 8) with the top off 8) 8)
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Where are the polo top orders Graham has not had any calls :( :( :( Is this something anybody really wants looks like it.
He will accept orders up to 4.30pm this afternoon and after that no can do.
Polo tops will be ready for collection late thursday afternoon.
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Doug do you really think you should be driving about with your top off!!!
Remember i am brining my kids :P :P :Plol
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Doug do you really think you should be driving about with your top off!!!
Remember i am brining my kids :P :P :Plol
blindfolds available on demand :-[
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just phoned tshirt order in. lucky he does have xxlarge :-[
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mmm Doug is your shirt sponsored by Domino's Gorgie Road by chance :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
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Doug, a lot of men seem to be showing a high interest in you taking your shirt off. I would sleep with a chainsaw just to be safe.
James
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Thats a bit of a cutting comment :D
just hope he does not sleep walk
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As long as he dosent sleep walk with the chain saw in hand don't pannick, if he does.................might be a few 90's and 110's sitting spare.
My wife caught me trying to buy a 90 on monday, caught red handed.
James
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Before Chris throws a tantrum ::) ::) T-shirt order in-never asked me for any money though, so i take it whoever's picking them up will be paying for them-or mine anyway :P
Is ANYONE meeting up at Tyndrum, or is everyone being real miserable and making their own way there? Would be handy to know........
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tyndrum sounds good to me likes
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Is this the longest thread ever and you haven't even been yet!?! :)
Anyway, best wishes and have a great time
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Hi folks re polo shirts let me know who has ordered and who has paid so I know how much dosh I will need,much obliged.
The highest standards of conduct will be expected at this outing,however does not rule out Doug going topless,though that I think is as far as it should go no matter how good the weather.
Anyone who stills wants a polo shirt call Graham first thing
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due to popular demand
i know so many of you want me to be topless this weekend
so heres a few taster photos
caution is recomended
are you really sure??
last warning
(http://i494.photobucket.com/albums/rr302/jumbo110/freebietopless002.jpg)
(http://i494.photobucket.com/albums/rr302/jumbo110/freebietopless001.jpg)
(http://i494.photobucket.com/albums/rr302/jumbo110/freebietopless003.jpg)
told you it would look good 8) 8) 8) 8) 8)
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Doug i was terified to look but yes mate looks really good!
Cheers Bill
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erm <cough> it's not bad <cough> ;)
Actually it's the first time I've seen one with the roof down and it's pretty smart.
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Truly shocking!!!! there no doubt some might appreciate such a show of exhibitionism ::)
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It looks like a J**p..................... :D :D
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It looks like a J**p..................... :D :D
naaa, it's clean and not a tow rope in site although it seems to be stuck doing nothing ;D
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Like the pics Doug
Is this just a model you put on the drive or is it a real Land Rover??
The reason I ask is that your mono blocking looks very oil free :D :D :D :D :D :D
Ok girls and guys just checked my emails and the tops are all done ready for our Leader to collect them in the morning or afternoon
And just two more sleeps :D :D :D :D :D cannot wait till the key gets turned on friday morning.
Mel what time you leaving if you want will meet you in Crieff, if you want a coffee and bacon sarnie let me know and will pm you directions as my mothers house is 100 yards off the A85 we could then met up with Mr Topless at Lochearnhead
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the guy never took any money off me for the tshirts either
no freebie is unique in the landie stable.....it is a REAL landie but it dont mark its teritory with oil lol
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ok im asking for help
http://www.slroc.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=3478.msg22633#msg22633
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Doug if you took the freebie you can be topless all weekend 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) and none off us need to worry about you sleep walking with the chain saw.
What time you expect to be in Lochearnhead after your wee stretch in Callander??
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Doug, just seen the pics off your topless freelander......you cant go on a Landrover road trip in a Barbie car :D :D :D :D......definately take the 90......!!!!!! :o :o
Chris, im planning on leaving about 8.30.....
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Collected shirts for now famous four I paid for them guy does not have credit card facility.I plan to just head up at 6.30am get nice quiet roads for first long tow of tin tent.
Weather looks as if it might be kind,unusual for any sort of landie outing so fingers x.
Off to bed early,caravan got essentials loaded except a few beers and some food.
Was a bit enthusiastic filling the 110 as I had fuel leaking for a while.
Dont ask how much it takes :-X
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Same here!! I filled it this morning as running on fumes, then topped it up after i finished work....like a bottomless pit!! :o
John, i filled up the 110 i had on a fairly regular basis, so yep-i do know how much it takes!!! :o :o :o
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Well guys a hope you all get there and back safe and have a good weekend, shame I couldn't go and put some faces tae the the names after missing some of you at bathgate, and doug take the freelander, looks like I maybe one of the last freebies standing.
James
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Thanks James am sure we will have a good time,dont worry as freebie tdi gets cheaper i am sure we will see lots more at events
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The aptly named Dodgy Ground are playing at the hotel on Saterday night sounds appropriate for us :) :) :) :) :)
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dno about freebie td4s getting cheaper....they went up in value over the winter. the old diesel engines pretty good as well from what i heard. its just the petrols to avoid. freebie diesel auto could do well. and bonus being over 100 inch wheelbase you are allowed a shunt ;) ;)
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are we meeting up on route then? im flexible about leaving time, think i got everything ::)
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Is anyone else leaving after work or am i the only sado?????
Cheers Bill
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afraid i sweet talked my way into a long weekend, probably the first time i taken my long weekends i usualy end up working them lol
still bill, theres always 24hr flu ;)
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Ok I know you will all be tucked up in bed for a good nights sleep knowing that tonight there is no strange noises to disturb you ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
Mel I am hoping to be in Crieff at about 9.00am but I have a bit of organisation to do so will be not be leaving till about 9.45/10.00am.
If you want to stop in for a coffee my Mums house is as folllows:
In Crieff as you follow A85 you will pass a Suzuki Garage on your left, dealer of the year two years running I would add, about 200 yds past this on your right you will see Craigard Road. Turn up, yep steepish hill, here and you will see "Monte", my name for the Disco, just over the first crossing you come to. mobile number 07989960134
Doug I am planning on being at Lochearnhead at about 10.30 if I am earlier I will wait as there is a large car park infront of some old garages on the right just past the the A85 junction.
Will put the cb on at Lochearnhead on ch 19 and will stop in for a bowl of the Cullen Skink at the Green Smelly.
Only half a sleep left now Monte packed and only the tyres to go on the roof and give her a drink at Tesco's to get my 5p off per litre tomorrow morning.
John can I be the first to ask are you organising another "Non Club Camping & Tin Tenting" weekend next year if not I propose that you have to as this is going to be some weekend ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
If you organise another weekend I will be the "scribe" for this one
Looking forward to seeing everybody there tomorrow either early or late
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Its 5:48 and just getting ready to go when I suddenly figured out I have a problem. I know here Stontian is but where is the Camp site?
Ach well dont get stressed Tam I am sure it will all come right, just look for a 110 pulling a tin tent, bound to overtake it on the road ;) ;)
The rest of you who are missing this grand adventure will be so miffed :'( :'(.
Tommy
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The camp site is Glenview Caravan and Camping Site Strontian post code PH36 4HZ.
well at least my 'tommy' knows where to go ;)
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Right.... just got the tyres on the roof rack and off to clean the screen a couple of last minute other bit to do and the problem of what to wear?
Kilt,shorts or denims ????? oh well such are the choices...... i'll be thinking of all you office bound people today as I enjoy the drive up the road NOT :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
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Doug you got your top off yet superb sunshine outside or are you taking the 90??
What time you leaving and do want to met up at Lochearnhead??
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:-X :-X you'l hear it then you'l see it :-X :-X
safe journey everybody
and to those poor souls not coming, dont work too hard ;D ;D
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Have to agree with doug, I often have a peek on the various trader site to see what my year is selling at, mines is a 53 plate but first reg keeper was 030104? face lift es diesel auto with full service history and 40k on the clock. They average about 6.3k, mines has a few extra, half leather, drive lamps, park sens, window tint, s/s bars, nudge bar.I have a plan to replace the freelander though.
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Thanks to everyone who turned up for our first landie w/e,hope everyone enjoyed it as much me and the dogs did.
Details of next jolly will follow shortly.
ps hope your home by now T
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i sincerely hope this was the first of many ;D ;D
a huge thankyou to john for thinking of this and making it happen
the first time i have been to that area and it was absolutely stunning, they should have a road safety campaign up there, i couldnt keep my eyes on the road the scenery was superb. as for the weather 8) 8) who needs spain when you have strontian 8) 8)
the site was superb for us. very pleasant but rough round the edges, just like us :D
but what really made the weekend was the company. thank you to everyone there. have not had a better weekend. plenty chat, great to spend so much time with folk, really get to know people even more so than at the formal events which was the whole point of the weekend, chill out and relax. trust everyone got home safely? amazingly there was no breakdowns :o :o john i trust you didnt need to call the AA on your way home ;)
i went back about 8pm by the scenic route rather than the ferry and it was stunning. mind you might be investing in a bull bar....with the amount of deer on the road coming accross the moor i could have had a years supply of venison ;) just wish i was as quick with the camera, there was a few within 10 yards of the road :o
thanks again everyone and PLEASE can we have another soon
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Yep, ditto, fab weekend. We'd make a great home removals team- tin tent unhitched and parked, Landies parked and tents pitched in no time...good team effort....many hands make light work!! :D
Great weather 8) 8), great company, great site, and a great run up. Goddess never missed a beat and she had her photo taken coming off the ferry by an admirer!!
Thanks to John for the organisation, and thanks to all for the company,chat and laughs. Looking forward to the next one. ;D ;D
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Yep just have to agree with everybody else's comments about the weekend and a big thank you to John for thinking of such a brilliant idea way back on page 1.
Just to reiterate what has been said the site was perfect for us, liked the fresh flowers in the toilets, the scenery and locations John took us to were fantastic but most of all the company was GREAT. Good to sit and have a blether whilst cooking the tea or just around the fire later on. So what is the next venue for a long weekend and more importantly how long do we have to wait??????????????
Thanks again to everyone who was there.......... great time
TAKE IT NOBODY HAD A "CIGARETTE MOMENT" ON THE RETURN JOURNEY ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
Will do the scribing bit later on if you all do not mind.
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Thanks folks,I had good run home no problems.
I have a couple of places in mind,need to do a little research,it will without doubt be intresting :)
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Goddess never missed a beat and she had her photo taken coming off the ferry by an admirer!!
or is this modesty kicking in. was he photographing the goddess or driver ;) ;)
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Both I suspect :) if anything I learned from this w/e drive your landie(even with tin tent on the back) at 50mph and you get 27mpg,
Just means I will cast net wider for next trip ;D
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thanks for the weekend guys havent laughed so much in ages!!!!
Looking forward to the next one.
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Not much I can add other than to amplify the fact that the company was superb and the weather fantastic. They always say that God shines on the righteous. ;) ;)
I eventually got away about 9:30 and was home by about 1:30, still hate that Loch Lomond road, will post the photo's later this week.
Thanks again Mr McEwan, next one please before the Scottish summer disappears :D :D
Tommy
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This is a bit of a struggle for dates as I having missed a few club events will need to get to as many as I can over the summer.
The club has no events in July so other than Billing the last weekend in July looks a possibility for a wee non club event when we might get good weather.
I am ruling out Sutherland as I think it would be to far and expensive for a weekend...my project for a week next July!!!
I have two places in mind and if people are intrested I will make further investigations re suitable camp site and possibility of an off road drive,as at my age I cant remember the names of the farmers who own the ground although they did let shooting to my mate in the eary 90s,as ever try and try again
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There is a standing invite to any club member who wants a camp site. I'm a couple of miles away from the Callander trials site. Nice flat field, by the river. potable water on tap and a decent pub within walking distance...
G.
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Last weekend in july would be bad for me as I am in spain!
James
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Last weekend in july would be bad for me as I am in spain!
James
...we could visit ! How much parking at your villa - big lawn is it ??
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Good idea boss, not much of a lawn but beach is outback, pool and barby out front.
Would love to see the wifes face ha ha ha
James
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mmm... pity it is July being proposed as no doubt if I am still working and not redundant this would not suit me as there will be a wedding etc :( :( :( :( :( :( :(
However if a weekend is proposed now then I could always say that I have an arrangememnt for a future emloyer ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
And as the first one was so GOOD :D :D :D :D :D :D :D etc I would not like miss the second one ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
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chris, wouldnt be the same without you mate ;D ;D we need help to keep that rif raf undercontrol ;)
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Doug i hope you mean my kids!!! and sister lol
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Gene i am looking to try out the tent before heading to france would it be ok to use your field for a weekend??
Obviously i would come with beer tokens in hand and you might even recognise the landrover!"!
Cheers
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bill your family behaved themselves, it was YOU that brought the house down ;) literaly ;)
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Gene i am looking to try out the tent before heading to france would it be ok to use your field for a weekend??
Obviously i would come with beer tokens in hand and you might even recognise the landrover!"!
Cheers
Bill, No tokens required. Come anytime you like - It'd would be nice to see the old bus again !...and you, of course ;D.
G.
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Gene, Just thought I would ask what size your field is?
You see Bill calls it a "tent" but to be honest you could hide a 110 and a 90 in it :D :D :D :D
Just thought I would let you know, and ask to see his planning application just in case the council officer is passing ;) ;) ;) ;) ;)
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Thinking further about this you could squeeze a lightweight in also ;D ;D ;D
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his tent cant be that big, heard he made some changes like knocking down one of the bedroom walls. maybe going for the open plan look ;)
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As to dates for the next weekend trip nothing is set in stone.
We already have the invite to Gene,s place I will see what else might be good and report back with a range of possible dates
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his tent cant be that big, heard he made some changes like knocking down one of the bedroom walls. maybe going for the open plan look ;)
I heard he was trying to make it into a double....... garage ;) ;) ;)
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just a DOUBLE garage ??? ??? is he scaling back his fleet ;)
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just a DOUBLE garage ??? ??? is he scaling back his fleet ;)
No this is for the ones he is hiding from ........ and its not the DVLA I am talking about :-X :-X
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Maybe he will slip(per) it in ;) ;)
T
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You know who you are ;D ;D
(http://i866.photobucket.com/albums/ab221/COOLCAMPER55/Strontian%20Expedition/DSC_0018.jpg)
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Some more photo's
http://s866.photobucket.com/albums/ab221/COOLCAMPER55/Strontian%20Expedition/
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aye he was a real fashion statement, they sandals he turned up in were really hot
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I couldn't come to the camping weekend because I had just been on holiday the week before :( But I've been toying for a while with the idea of going for a weekend of greenlaning in the Lake District in July. Would that be something people would be interested in?
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I would be up for that ;D
Would be good if poss, to try and arrange a weekend down south with some off road driving and a vist to the Dunsfold LR collection, would need to do some home work on it.
James
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It looks interesting, but Surrey is a bit far.
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just a DOUBLE garage ??? ??? is he scaling back his fleet ;)
No this is for the ones he is hiding from ........ and its not the DVLA I am talking about :-X :-X
his tent cant be that big, heard he made some changes like knocking down one of the bedroom walls. maybe going for the open plan look ;)
just a DOUBLE garage ??? ??? is he scaling back his fleet ;)
Ok guys they say size isnt everything ;D But tent envy is new :Plol
AND OH YES PLZ PLZ PLZ DONT MENTION ABOUT ANY MORE LANDROVERS TO MY WIFE!!!!! :o :o
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Nice pics Tommy, and the legs....umm well.... :o :o...!!!!!!
July's out the question for me, if thats the next one :(
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Cedric
I am sure dunsfold travel england with part of the collection, maybe to late for this year but if we could tie in a weekend when the collection is further north, would be a great weekend.
Would require a bit of home work
James
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think dunsfold do one open day a year, the collection is spread around the country
i for one would love a look around, some very rare motors there ;D ;D
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Doug have you just put yourself forward as head of home work? That's what it sounded like ha ha. I agree they have lots of non production cars that are one offs, would be good to see some history.
James
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hmmm sounds like a quiet year ::)
http://www.dunsfoldcollection.co.uk/events.shtml
http://www.dunsfold.com/
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Great pictures truly capture the laid back mood of the weekend,pity we didnt capture the sandal pyre.
Well done T.
Once I have at least 3w/e dates that wont comprimise club event and a couple of locations advanced I will open a new thread.
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If there is enough folk intrested I will contact them and ask what the plans are for this year and 2011
James
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tommy you could of at least edited that photo (32) and made my stomach look smaller :-[ :-[
nice pics tho ;D ;D
afraid mine are not the same quality, camera battery was dead so used the camcorder and just pointed and pressed, took these on the journey home. i didnt take the ferry back, instead went the long way round so these were around 9pm on sunday
http://s494.photobucket.com/albums/rr302/jumbo110/strontian/
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The sky is awesome.
I should add that next years event will be over the bankholiday weekend at the start of June be 4days in Sutherland its a long way(240miles to base from Paisley) but well worth it
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The sky is awesome.
I should add that next years event will be over the bankholiday weekend at the start of June be 4days in Sutherland its a long way(240miles to base from Paisley) but well worth it
wow :o maybe mel should start up there now, give the goddess a head start ;)
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Sutherland is great, I have been up there twice to climb ben hope, it looks even better in the winter, I have also been in summer, where I was was, seen more deer then people, will try and post some photos of the road up and the landscape
Very keen to know dates for next weekend, hope it won't clash with my holiday (last week in july)
James
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Mel will be in good company up there in fact might take her to see a s11 camper and as111 v8 camper nearbye
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Great pictures truly capture the laid back mood of the weekend,pity we didnt capture the sandal pyre.
Well done T.
Once I have at least 3w/e dates that wont comprimise club event and a couple of locations advanced I will open a new thread.
Best speak with the administrators, based on the length of this one they might need a new server :D :D :D
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The sky is awesome.
I should add that next years event will be over the bankholiday weekend at the start of June be 4days in Sutherland its a long way(240miles to base from Paisley) but well worth it
wow :o maybe mel should start up there now, give the goddess a head start ;)
Cheeky S*d....!!!! :D I used to live up at Durness, so know all about the distance!!, and even in the van, i would take the journey over 2 days....5 in the Goddess ;D :D ;D. Nice campsite just outside Ullapool, and THE most fantastic chippie in Ullapool... :)
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Now Ullapool is my second home, could not agree more with you Mel.
The campsite at Broomfield in Ullapool is where I spend my holidays with the tin tent.
Tommy
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I agree with Mel&T however Scourie is by far the best site in the north,that said we aint going there far to civilised for us
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Forgot to say when I got home I checked Mist for ticks and he had 7 so Check as if they are missed and fall off they they will find another doner.
Remember if you remove them just clean the small wound with soapy water
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Sorry to butt in but have been following your adventures, I agree that the north west highlands are stunning. We normally camp at The Sands at Gairloch and work our way up as the holiday progresses, the site in Scourie is excellent although "Auld Angus" is definitely old school with the site being all the better for his attention to detail and high standards. Watched him giving two French kids a talking too for riding push bikes dangerously, they couldn't understand a word but that didn't stop him, priceless to watch though. Always worth a hot chocolate at Cocoa Mountain in Durness (ideal for the chocoholics!) and you've never lived until you've done the ferry trip!(6 people's a squeeze) and the coach trip to the lighthouse at Cape Wrath. Davie the bus driver is superb, loved his witty comentary with coments like " the reason they chequer paint the buildings on the firing range is to stop the American pilots shooting them with friendly fire" a bit topical but the American tourists took it well, he didn't miss the Germans either!
It's a long journey and expensive with current fuel prices but start saving now as it'll be worth every penny hence this is why we're going back up this year again.
cheers,
Stevie.
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Forgot to say when I got home I checked Mist for ticks and he had 7 so Check as if they are missed and fall off they they will find another doner.
Remember if you remove them just clean the small wound with soapy water
think they liked me as well :( :( got a couple of bites myself :( :( makes a change from midge
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Doug if you had been bitten by a tick it would still have its knashers in you until it was bloated with blood. Best double check ::).
Stevie I agree that Angus is strict but fair but you dont get any bother.I have only taken the ferry across the kyle once to fish the estuary from the other side,its a majic trip.The limestone lochs around Durness have the best brown trout in Scotland olso the hardest to catch :(.
That said I am keeping next years proposed plan secret until I have sorted out a off road run and a site where we can enjoy a rough camp!
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Stevie, Enjoy Durness if youre going that far north again. Balnakiel (17e) was my childhood home and Balnakiel Bay (with the 'haunted house' :) ) is the best beach in Scotland as far as im concerned. :)
They hadnt dug out Smoo cave when we lived up there (thats how long ago!!)
The top North west coast should be made a 'Scotlands National treasure'.........not that im biased or anything!! :) :)
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Hi Mel,
your a lucky lady spending your childhood in such a lovely place, sometimes looks even more stunning in bad weather! Will be heading back up the first week in July for a few weeks, usual plan of working my way up and round at a leisurely pace. There's something in the atmosphere that relaxes you, you would make a mint if you could bottle it and sell it. We'll see how far the pennies stretch, might head back over to Orkney for a few days, bigger Land Rover means bigger fayres( breaking 20ft long with bike rack attached and just over 8ft high). Spending the next few weeks getting the big green one ready for the off with Carol cracking the whip (metaphorically speaking!) to get more of the camper conversion done before we leave, will try to post some pics when we get back if I manage to figure out how.
cheers,
Stevie.
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No reason to go abroad when we have the North west and East of Scotland.
Sorted van today,now have hot water, flushing toilet,heater,lights and fridge.So all set for Applebay this w/e