Victor Meldrew Trophy

[Piglet]

Originally Posted by Powell7

That's a very nice offer from you both thank you.
So are the pits open to the public ?
Strange question but do you think the clothing stalls will be there because I'd like to get my son a jacket if possible.

The back of the pits are open to all, the pit lane itself is restricted and is no under 16's anyway. In theory the garages are restricted and are no under 16's, I suspect though that most competitors and teams will have no problem with you looking around their garage as long as your lad is under control. I'm not sure which cars are in the garages?

Johnw's Meldrew cars will be in the outer Paddock, this area is open to all but do be aware of what's going on as there will be race cars moving around and a driver's visibility is often compromised by a race helmet, roll cage etc (and old age in the case of most of the Meldrew competitors!). You can happily wander around the paddock and most competitors will be happy to show you their cars. Do track down John, his Meldrew competitors are always friendly, if a little forgetful!

How old is your lad?

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by Piglet

(and old age in the case of most of the Meldrew competitors!). You can happily wander around the paddock and most competitors will be happy to show you their cars. Do track down John, his Meldrew competitors are always friendly, if a little forgetful!

How old is your lad?

I don't believe it ! I resemble that remark

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by johnw

I certainly do Stuart. Remember it like it was yesterday.

Your'e very lucky "coz I can't"

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by Powell7

So are the pits open to the public ?
Strange question but do you think the clothing stalls will be there because I'd like to get my son a jacket if possible.

I doubt if there will be any stalls but one of the shops up the top may be open

[johnw]

The FVees are in the garages.

I believe that MSVR match the clerk's age to those of the series they care for

[Piglet]

Originally Posted by johnw

The FVees are in the garages.

I believe that MSVR match the clerk's age to those of the series they care for

Yeah but Scotty was busy so you have to make do with me and I get a -50% deduction (well maybe -25%!)!

[johnw]

Hope he's not looking, otherwise it'll be the Mazdas for you next year.

[Piglet]

Originally Posted by johnw

Hope he's not looking, otherwise it'll be the Mazdas for you next year.

Hmmm good point!

I'm checking the Meldrew reg's - there may be some eligability tests at the drivers' briefing....

[johnw]

Ten past three

[GORDON STREETER]

It's not, it's nineteen minutes past five !!!!

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by Piglet

I'm checking the Meldrew reg's - there may be some eligability tests at the drivers' briefing....

Like walking more than 4 paces without assistance ?

[johnw]

Originally Posted by GORDON STREETER

It's not, it's nineteen minutes past five !!!!

That's far too astute Gordon. A loss of Meldrew points methinks :-)

[stuart thompson]

Entry lists now on MSV racing site,some good entries. Looks like its going to be a good days racing.

[justracing]

I've been a season ticket holder at Brands for more years than I care to remember as well as attending F1, Le Mans and other events both at home and abroad and I always look forward to this event. The sheer irreverence and absurdity of it always amuses and entertains. Come to that I can remember watching Broadspeed Anglias first time round along with Fraser Imps and some contemptuous Minis in the 60's - oh dear just gave my age away!

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by justracing

I can remember watching Broadspeed Anglias first time round along with Fraser Imps and some contemptuous Minis in the 60's - oh dear just gave my age away!

So do I as I used to work for Alan Fraser

[justracing]

The Imps were pretty handy with a paving slab up front I remember!

[johnw]

We must have stood in the same mud.
Watching the Frazer (and Bevan) Imps led me to build a 1 litre road Imp. 7" Weller Wheels, Restall bucket seat, spaced front hub carriers. It handled like a roller skate and I thought it was the DB's.

Come down and have a Horlicks and Werthers with us.

[justracing]

Will do John. I have to arrange my bus timetable first using my old farts bus pass, might take a bit of sorting as I live on the South coast!

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by johnw

Come down and have a Horlicks and Werthers with us.

Blimey you do know how to live ! I take it you use 8 spoon fulls and the extra strength originals ?

[johnw]

Naturally Gordon, no point in watering life down.

justracing I would have given you a lift, but I'm at a 50th birthday part in Northampton on Saturday night so travelling down from there.
A lift towards home perhaps? I'll be driving to Chichester on Sunday evening.

[justracing]

Come down and have a Horlicks and Werthers with us.

Any Philosan available in the paddock?

[GORDON STREETER]

Originally Posted by justracing

Any Philosan available in the paddock?

Unfortunately Eric has purchased most of the supply in the south east !
And John I'm also going to a party on Saturday night, but a fancy dress type !

[johnw]

Bit worried about a late night, you know what these youngsters are like.

[justracing]

justracing I would have given you a lift, but I'm at a 50th birthday part in Northampton on Saturday night so travelling down from there.
A lift towards home perhaps? I'll be driving to Chichester on Sunday evening.

Thanks for the offer but despite my venerable years I am still driving(and working) so I have transport, actually a VW Tranporter. Will be working in Rochester Monday - saving for next year's season pass!

[Eric Falce]

Originally Posted by GORDON STREETER

Unfortunately Eric has purchased most of the supply in the south east !
And John I'm also going to a party on Saturday night, but a fancy dress type !

I object to being accused of nicking all the Philosan, but I must admit the Viagra does tend to keep me upright.