dollywobbler Posted May 9, 2019 Author Share Posted May 9, 2019 Had a run out this evening. Found some tiny lanes so she could have more of a gentle run. Until one of the steepest hills in Wales at least... (which she managed to get up - it's first gear in one of our minbuses or the 2CV!). Lanes with vegetation down the middle are not much fun in a three-wheeler... Still, this trip took her to 30,500 miles. Monday, drive to Milton Keynes, Tuesday to Essex, Thursday to Sussex. That one should certainly be interesting... egg, brownnova, Cavcraft and 6 others 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LightBulbFun Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 1 hour ago, dollywobbler said: I reckon he just ran without any form of safety... well you can see the transmission cover and belt guard are in place, I think he strapped the camera to something in the engine compartment and is looking backwards if that makes sense? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LightBulbFun Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 1 hour ago, dollywobbler said: Had a run out this evening. Found some tiny lanes so she could have more of a gentle run. Until one of the steepest hills in Wales at least... (which she managed to get up - it's first gear in one of our minbuses or the 2CV!). Lanes with vegetation down the middle are not much fun in a three-wheeler... Still, this trip took her to 30,500 miles. Monday, drive to Milton Keynes, Tuesday to Essex, Thursday to Sussex. That one should certainly be interesting... I hope you have something setup so you can rest your arms! (maybe employe a second bungee cord or something?) otherwise Yay more scenic invacar and I look forward to next week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted May 10, 2019 Author Share Posted May 10, 2019 I have a technique where I rest my left arm on my left knee. Works pretty well. I've just announced a meet at Festival Leisure Park, Basildon, 8pm on Wednesday. Autoshiters more than welcome. Then we're off to the Retro Rides Weekender at Goodwood, which should be a laugh. I'm in discussions to try and get TWC a lap of the track, and there's an Autosolo on the Sunday... Cavcraft, LightBulbFun and egg 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LightBulbFun Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Ohhh awesome stuff! I particularly look forward to see how she does round an autosolo given how Model 70s handle much better then people expect them too and a lap around Goodwood would be a right laugh , see if you can beat the lap set by JBY503J the Mk12E (well it went round as part of a parade so not sure if it counts? LOL) mrbenn and egg 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted May 12, 2019 Author Share Posted May 12, 2019 This really is going to be an adventure... Test pack. The Invacar non-fans might explode when we get two forum Invacars together tomorrow, which is the plan. Went for a test drive, and she handles the extra weight fairly well - the normal standard of pretty rubbish. Squealing terribly below 30mph, so I've just resorted to belt dressing. I doubt it'll last long, and it's a right faff to deploy as you need to remove the inner cover (ie unpack and THEN remove the inner cover) to gain access. Even then, it would be better still with the guard removed. I'll take the car with me, but will hope I don't have to use it. I just hope it doesn't actually just make things worse... GrumpiusMaximus, LightBulbFun, mrbenn and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dozeydustman Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 If you need an emergency wee-wee, cuppa or help if something goes wrong while at Goodwood give me a shout. LightBulbFun and dollywobbler 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brownnova Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 9 minutes ago, dollywobbler said: The Invacar non-fans might explode when we get two forum Invacars together tomorrow, which is the plan. I think LBF might need a lie down at the mere thought of two forum Invacars together! egg, Cavcraft, mrbenn and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LightBulbFun Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 haha im grinning just at the thought of it, and will be doing so like a madman when the pictures/videos come through (im especially eager to see how TPA and TWC compare in terms of driving dynamics and performance) sadly I wont be able to see the pair in person on this trip, the logistics of it sadly make it unfeasible, but hopefully there will be another time egg and mrbenn 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted May 12, 2019 Author Share Posted May 12, 2019 Belt dressing has certainly stopped the noise for now, but performance otherwise identical. That's good. I was worried it might change the dynamics, and I'd then be wondering how long until she fails again. The Dartford crossing should be nice and scary. That's quite a climb, but it'll be a major achievement. Have considered taking a crossing within the M25, but I'm really not sure I fancy that, even if it would give potential for some amazing 'tourist' shots. Not that I'm sure it's possible to stop anywhere with a nice backdrop these days. egg and GrumpiusMaximus 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BorniteIdentity Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 1 hour ago, dollywobbler said: Belt dressing has certainly stopped the noise for now, but performance otherwise identical. That's good. I was worried it might change the dynamics, and I'd then be wondering how long until she fails again. The Dartford crossing should be nice and scary. That's quite a climb, but it'll be a major achievement. Have considered taking a crossing within the M25, but I'm really not sure I fancy that, even if it would give potential for some amazing 'tourist' shots. Not that I'm sure it's possible to stop anywhere with a nice backdrop these days. There are a few London Wankers on here. Maybe you could tee up someone to take pics on the way past? We did this on The Mall a few years ago and worked very well. dollywobbler 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted May 12, 2019 Author Share Posted May 12, 2019 41 minutes ago, BorniteIdentity said: There are a few London Wankers on here. Maybe you could tee up someone to take pics on the way past? We did this on The Mall a few years ago and worked very well. Good shout. If any London shiters are interested, Thursday is the Essex to Sussex day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egg Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 Woolwich ferry might be a fun alternative! https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/river/woolwich-ferry Inspector Morose, jumpingjehovahs, chaseracer and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inspector Morose Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 1 hour ago, dollywobbler said: The Dartford crossing should be nice and scary. That's quite a climb, but it'll be a major achievement. Have considered taking a crossing within the M25, but I'm really not sure I fancy that, even if it would give potential for some amazing 'tourist' shots. Not that I'm sure it's possible to stop anywhere with a nice backdrop these days. Bloody hell Ian, rather you than me! I get the fear going over it in a normal car (not a liker of heights - I get a nosebleed with thick socks). Can't think of anywhere you could get a shot from without a very long lens but a tracking shot from another car would work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inspector Morose Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 2 minutes ago, egg said: Woolwich ferry might be a fun alternative! https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/river/woolwich-ferry I didn't know this had reopened! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LightBulbFun Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 9 minutes ago, dollywobbler said: Good shout. If any London shiters are interested, Thursday is the Essex to Sussex day. not sure if your doing this just to tease me at this point! Can you make a quick detour to where I live please? mrbenn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted May 12, 2019 Author Share Posted May 12, 2019 27 minutes ago, LightBulbFun said: not sure if your doing this just to tease me at this point! Can you make a quick detour to where I live please? Last time I went your way, the sky was blue due to the number of Police lights. There was a siege going on, so even more lively than usual! It's certainly possible if I decide to avoid Dartford. I hate Dartford, so it kind of makes sense to give it the swerve. LightBulbFun 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobT Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 I can be available to assist/shadow from 4pm onwards on Thursday if that's any good? Anywhere in SE London or out towards the M25 and down to Sussex. I can't take a full leave day unfortunately as annoyingly I've got a work project that starts on Thursday. I imagine you'll want to be out of London by late afternoon though. dollywobbler 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted May 12, 2019 Author Share Posted May 12, 2019 Quite so, but thanks for the offer. RobT 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuvvum Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 Torsten / Jollyfckr / Viscount Basingstoke drove the Subaru 700 van he bought off me over the QE2 bridge in near-gale-force winds. That can't have been much less scary than doing it in the Invacar. Lacquer Peel and BorniteIdentity 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben_O Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 I actually feel nervous thinking about you doing this trip. It's all a bit mad but then also very HubNut. Can't wait to see the footage. Very best of luck Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adw1977 Posted May 13, 2019 Share Posted May 13, 2019 On 5/12/2019 at 2:44 PM, dollywobbler said: The Dartford crossing should be nice and scary. That's quite a climb, but it'll be a major achievement. Have considered taking a crossing within the M25, but I'm really not sure I fancy that, even if it would give potential for some amazing 'tourist' shots. Not that I'm sure it's possible to stop anywhere with a nice backdrop these days. I wonder if anyone has ever taken an invacar on the Woolwich ferry? LightBulbFun 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted May 13, 2019 Author Share Posted May 13, 2019 I shall look at route options. Made it to Milton Keynes. Transmission sounds horrific but let's hope she keeps going... BorniteIdentity, SiC, Andyrew and 20 others 21 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inspector Morose Posted May 13, 2019 Share Posted May 13, 2019 A lonely road he chose to travel on.... LightBulbFun, Lacquer Peel, vulgalour and 9 others 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inspector Morose Posted May 13, 2019 Share Posted May 13, 2019 An outing of "special" people. jumpingjehovahs, Jerzy Woking, Mrs6C and 22 others 25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inspector Morose Posted May 13, 2019 Share Posted May 13, 2019 Any street. Lacquer Peel, egg, MorrisItalSLX and 17 others 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inspector Morose Posted May 13, 2019 Share Posted May 13, 2019 One last one for good measure. chaseracer, scdan4, Floatylight and 13 others 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inspector Morose Posted May 13, 2019 Share Posted May 13, 2019 Dollywobbler forgets which one he's driving. stonedagain, Zelandeth, MorrisItalSLX and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyrew Posted May 13, 2019 Share Posted May 13, 2019 Awesome to see these two together. They have Come along way from sitting in that field. Im fairly local to Milton Keynes in dunstable,I work in a motor factors aswell should you need anything. Shitters discount applied ?. LightBulbFun and Floatylight 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LightBulbFun Posted May 13, 2019 Share Posted May 13, 2019 Woo! some very very cool shots there tis really cool to see the pair together again and driving together! I wonder how many people would think that would happen! I hope DW got a chance to take TPA for a spin, and the same for Zel and TWC (wife swap, Model 70 edition! ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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