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Help wanted - Current FIA oversized suit required for good cause!
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http://tentenths.com/forum/showthread.php?t=132826 Now, I've never met Mark, but we have exchanged messages over recent years since we both own one of the 3 TWR BMW E21 road cars built. I did not know of Mark's accident nor indeed that he had placed the above thread in the Sprint/Hillclimb forum until he sent me an e-mail recently. I've noted that one or two of our posters who visit our forum have already responded to Mark, but since I reckon it's for a good cause, I thought that I'd put it in here here for a wider audience to see. Is there any way we can help Mark, here? Last edited by John Turner; 22 Apr 2012 at 09:31. Reason: Additional notes. |
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22 Apr 2012, 13:06 (Ref:3063619) | #2 | ||
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Got an out of date one but what use is that???? Damned silly rules its exactly the same as my current one lol!
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22 Apr 2012, 13:24 (Ref:3063625) | #3 | ||
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Actually Al, a Norme 86 is fine for speed events.
However, I've got Mark's sizes and they are a challenge which is why I can't help him, they don't match what he gave on Tenths. When I get in the office tomorrow I'll PM you his sizes and you can measure your old suit, but I'm not sure it'll be big enough. Max |
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22 Apr 2012, 14:35 (Ref:3063679) | #4 | ||
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He must be a big old lad then, mine is the same size as the one you sold me Max and I think you let me have it for a good price as it was in stock awhile because of the size of the thing!
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22 Apr 2012, 15:33 (Ref:3063712) | #5 | ||
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Hi chaps, first off thank you for trying to help me with this. People have been very kind in trying to find a solution to this and it is appreciated. I should have done more research on proposed rule changes when I bought a Proban suit last Autumn.
I am a bit of a lump though and my vitals are as follows. Height 6' 3' Chest 54 Waist 50 Hips 54 Thigh 32 Bicep 19 Throat to waist 27 Inside leg 29 I spent a long time in a wheelchair and my shoulders / upper body are pretty big as a result. My thighs/ legs remain swollen after extensive surgery. I also put on some weight which has been hard to shift with limited mobility. Mind you, I am trying to lose weight though and mobility is getting better! They said I was unlikely to walk again so I'm pretty chuffed to be able to get by with a stick. |
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22 Apr 2012, 18:18 (Ref:3063792) | #6 | ||
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Chest will fit you as I am the same size, I will measure up and get back on rest. I am only 6ft tall though so not sure about leg, I am not as big around waist but getting up there thats for sure. I am pretty sure it was the largest off shelf one they did.
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23 Apr 2012, 07:29 (Ref:3064053) | #7 | ||
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Mark if you can get over to Watford anytime you can try it on thats probably the best solution.
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23 Apr 2012, 09:28 (Ref:3064110) | #8 | ||
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I'll contra a years banner advertising on Tenths (~€400 worth) for anyone that can get a suit, new or used, that'll fit Mark.
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23 Apr 2012, 09:53 (Ref:3064128) | #9 | ||
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Generous gesture from the owners of this site. Many thanks, MagnetON.
Thread also copied to the Racers forum with permission. Last edited by John Turner; 23 Apr 2012 at 09:58. |
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24 Apr 2012, 05:12 (Ref:3064635) | #10 | ||
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Thank you so much chaps. Thanks to your generosity here a solution has been offered and I should have the details confirmed later today. I really am extremely grateful to all of you, for your offers of help and you all have my sincere thanks.
Mark Brown |
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24 Apr 2012, 07:08 (Ref:3064675) | #11 | ||
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Good luck Mark enjoy the event.
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25 Apr 2012, 18:51 (Ref:3065520) | #12 | |
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If you are not yet sorted let me know, I bought a suit about 3 years ago but it was far too big for me (I am 6`5"....) and so is now redundant, Sure it will strill be in date. Yours if you want it. Alex
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7 May 2012, 07:48 (Ref:3070515) | #13 | ||
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Received from Mark, a few dyas ago, and with his permission, I post it here:-
'Hi John, I went and saw Alex on Saturday. He kindly gave me a suit and although I could get it on, I couldn't sit down, In fact, it looked like it had been sprayed on and if nothing else, it gave my Mrs a laugh. Alex suggested I sell it and donate the money, which is what I have done. All was not lost though. Thanks to the offer by the forum hosts, Mode Racewear just came up trumps for me and just informed me that Sabelt are making me a suit. Thank you for your help John. It is much appreciated.' Thanks to all who offered help and it is pleasing to see a positive outcome. |
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7 May 2012, 08:55 (Ref:3070544) | #14 | ||
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Mark, again amazing story and a great cause. Our farm borders the A30 and so I grew up seeing the carnage and the results of it. The Cornwall Air Ambulance has saved countless lives, both of our own people and visitors and is vital given the geographical nature of our home. When my Grandad fell off the barn roof they saved his life, with a road ambulance despite the fact we can see the lights of Treliske he wouldn't have survived, if not for the speed of CAA response.
Hadn't seen your reply in other thread with donation page, for others who haven't seen it, 'ere tis! http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fund...rl=MarkBrown12 |
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How did it go on Sunday??
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6 Jun 2012, 14:35 (Ref:3086292) | #16 | ||
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Hi guys,
Apologies for the late reply but have been in Cornwall. The whole Crystal Palace event was terrific and hats off to the organisers who made both days run like clockwork. The weather could not have been better and there was a great mix of cars, both competing and showing. My old BMW didn't miss a beat and thanks to the people here and at Mode, I was able to compete and managed a best of 5th in class. (race driver excuse number 1 - the other cars in my class were way more powerful so a 5th place was actually the best I could realistically have hoped for. ) There are still a few pledged donations to be collected and some cash I have to add to the current total here. http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fund...rl=MarkBrown12 I was able to go see the guys at Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust a few days ago and they asked me to pass my thanks on, to anyone making a donation. Here are a few photos. |
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7 Jun 2012, 09:51 (Ref:3086756) | #17 | ||
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Mark, well done. Thanks for update and pics. Car looks great, too.
Keep us posted on any further events that you are entered for. |
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7 Jun 2012, 10:16 (Ref:3086767) | #18 | ||
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Hear, hear.
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