Ackworth Steam 2015
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Ackworth Steam 2015
Another great show
Just four Carawagons on the stand, but loads of other Land Rovers at the showground as well as about 200+ classic cars, 50+ classic bikes and lots of tractors, steam driven vehicles and stationary engines.
It was probably the biggest and best Ackworth show we've been to for a few years
John Brook, the organiser, likes our vehicle and camping display so asked if we'd mind setting up right inside the entrance so folk will see us when they come in
Plenty of visitors, lots of questions, and some great firepit action once the public had gone home
Oh, and Farmer Steve, Farmer Patrick and Farmer Robin were guest drivers on two grey Fergies and a Farmall Cub (first time for farmer Steve), playing on the field before parading them in the arena
Thanks to Little Richard and Big Richard for the loan of the tractors
I'm sure the others will have pics to add.
Thanks to Phillip, Steve and Patrick for bringing their Carawagons for the display and to friends for stopping by
Cheers,
Robin.
Just four Carawagons on the stand, but loads of other Land Rovers at the showground as well as about 200+ classic cars, 50+ classic bikes and lots of tractors, steam driven vehicles and stationary engines.
It was probably the biggest and best Ackworth show we've been to for a few years
John Brook, the organiser, likes our vehicle and camping display so asked if we'd mind setting up right inside the entrance so folk will see us when they come in
Plenty of visitors, lots of questions, and some great firepit action once the public had gone home
Oh, and Farmer Steve, Farmer Patrick and Farmer Robin were guest drivers on two grey Fergies and a Farmall Cub (first time for farmer Steve), playing on the field before parading them in the arena
Thanks to Little Richard and Big Richard for the loan of the tractors
I'm sure the others will have pics to add.
Thanks to Phillip, Steve and Patrick for bringing their Carawagons for the display and to friends for stopping by
Cheers,
Robin.
1967 109" Carawagon 200TDi
1972 109" SW Carawagon 2.5NA
1958 109" Carawagon 2.25P (project)
1972 109" Carawagon 200 or 300TDi (project)
1974 Dormobile 2.25D (project)
(Robin on S2C forum)
1972 109" SW Carawagon 2.5NA
1958 109" Carawagon 2.25P (project)
1972 109" Carawagon 200 or 300TDi (project)
1974 Dormobile 2.25D (project)
(Robin on S2C forum)
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Re: Ackworth Steam 2015
Sounds and looks like a great show... Makes a difference driving a tractor.
Michiel
Michiel
1969 109 sw dormobile Dora
1996 overland defender sw 110 Nellie
1962 109 sw safari diesel Hannie (sold)
1973 88 series 3 soft top in various bits on the drive...
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1973 88 series 3 soft top in various bits on the drive...
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Re: Ackworth Steam 2015
Not as many rattles on a tractor
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Re: Ackworth Steam 2015
I don't know - on a bumpy field with no suspension other than rubber bungs under the seat, it feels just like a Series LR and just as rattlywoollen797 wrote:Not as many rattles on a tractor
Oh, and the grey Fergie I was driving had a loose wheel bearing or worn kingpin, and a leaking Diesel tank, so just as maintenance free as a Land Rover
We enjoy driving the tractors each year - luckily there are some tractor owners who let others drive them, especially after they've spent a very late night in the Steam Inn beer tent which means they might not feel up to bouncing around
1967 109" Carawagon 200TDi
1972 109" SW Carawagon 2.5NA
1958 109" Carawagon 2.25P (project)
1972 109" Carawagon 200 or 300TDi (project)
1974 Dormobile 2.25D (project)
(Robin on S2C forum)
1972 109" SW Carawagon 2.5NA
1958 109" Carawagon 2.25P (project)
1972 109" Carawagon 200 or 300TDi (project)
1974 Dormobile 2.25D (project)
(Robin on S2C forum)
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Re: Ackworth Steam 2015
On another note... I love your hat Robin. I would like one with built in loud speakers...
Awsome...
Michiel
Awsome...
Michiel
1969 109 sw dormobile Dora
1996 overland defender sw 110 Nellie
1962 109 sw safari diesel Hannie (sold)
1973 88 series 3 soft top in various bits on the drive...
1996 overland defender sw 110 Nellie
1962 109 sw safari diesel Hannie (sold)
1973 88 series 3 soft top in various bits on the drive...
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Re: Ackworth Steam 2015
It's actually a 'driver's cap', similar to a cloth cap with peak (press stud to keep it up or release to pull down).DrivingDutchman wrote:On another note... I love your hat Robin. I would like one with built in loud speakers...
Awsome...
Michiel
I usually wear it at the steam events - looks the part, keeps the cinders out of my hair and the rain off my glasses
1967 109" Carawagon 200TDi
1972 109" SW Carawagon 2.5NA
1958 109" Carawagon 2.25P (project)
1972 109" Carawagon 200 or 300TDi (project)
1974 Dormobile 2.25D (project)
(Robin on S2C forum)
1972 109" SW Carawagon 2.5NA
1958 109" Carawagon 2.25P (project)
1972 109" Carawagon 200 or 300TDi (project)
1974 Dormobile 2.25D (project)
(Robin on S2C forum)
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Re: Ackworth Steam 2015
I was referring to the loudspeakers visible on your hat in the photo...RMS wrote:It's actually a 'driver's cap', similar to a cloth cap with peak (press stud to keep it up or release to pull down).DrivingDutchman wrote:On another note... I love your hat Robin. I would like one with built in loud speakers...
Awsome...
Michiel
I usually wear it at the steam events - looks the part, keeps the cinders out of my hair and the rain off my glasses
1969 109 sw dormobile Dora
1996 overland defender sw 110 Nellie
1962 109 sw safari diesel Hannie (sold)
1973 88 series 3 soft top in various bits on the drive...
1996 overland defender sw 110 Nellie
1962 109 sw safari diesel Hannie (sold)
1973 88 series 3 soft top in various bits on the drive...
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Re: Ackworth Steam 2015
DrivingDutchman wrote:I was referring to the loudspeakers visible on your hat in the photo...RMS wrote:It's actually a 'driver's cap', similar to a cloth cap with peak (press stud to keep it up or release to pull down).DrivingDutchman wrote:On another note... I love your hat Robin. I would like one with built in loud speakers...
Awsome...
Michiel
I usually wear it at the steam events - looks the part, keeps the cinders out of my hair and the rain off my glasses
Ah I just like to make sure I'm heard
1967 109" Carawagon 200TDi
1972 109" SW Carawagon 2.5NA
1958 109" Carawagon 2.25P (project)
1972 109" Carawagon 200 or 300TDi (project)
1974 Dormobile 2.25D (project)
(Robin on S2C forum)
1972 109" SW Carawagon 2.5NA
1958 109" Carawagon 2.25P (project)
1972 109" Carawagon 200 or 300TDi (project)
1974 Dormobile 2.25D (project)
(Robin on S2C forum)
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Re: Ackworth Steam 2015
Hahaha touche...
1969 109 sw dormobile Dora
1996 overland defender sw 110 Nellie
1962 109 sw safari diesel Hannie (sold)
1973 88 series 3 soft top in various bits on the drive...
1996 overland defender sw 110 Nellie
1962 109 sw safari diesel Hannie (sold)
1973 88 series 3 soft top in various bits on the drive...
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Re: Ackworth Steam 2015
Just got another pic, courtesy of Patrick's friend: being "interviewed" in the arena, me, Steve and Patrick in the line-up.
1967 109" Carawagon 200TDi
1972 109" SW Carawagon 2.5NA
1958 109" Carawagon 2.25P (project)
1972 109" Carawagon 200 or 300TDi (project)
1974 Dormobile 2.25D (project)
(Robin on S2C forum)
1972 109" SW Carawagon 2.5NA
1958 109" Carawagon 2.25P (project)
1972 109" Carawagon 200 or 300TDi (project)
1974 Dormobile 2.25D (project)
(Robin on S2C forum)