All British Day 2017 - Sunday 17 September at Tennyson
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It seems that the Gods are testing us all out. Our XJS has a boot-full of 98 Octane vapour resulting in fuel tank removal for investigation and repair of rusted holes. This on top of rear brake caliper failure demanding repairs. A busy couple weeks ahead. Would rather be just polishing the Mark 2. :-)
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Yes. Good to be back Doug, but it appears only too briefly. Have just mapped out next month and it looks another 10,000-15,000Km between Inverell, Sydney & Coffs Harbour with a central coast family funeral and my sojourn to Brisbane thrown in. Family consoles me with advice that alternative may be more peaceful . . . but not very appealing!
Reminds me of Christine's Granny who often lamented "The hurrier I go, the behinder I get!"
From Pauly's listings, we appear a good turnout . . . and I am so keen to do the RiverCat cruise. I hear that Clarke has a special premium reserve Shiraz set for tasting at our Saturday evening dinner - Woollies Wobbly Woebegones 2018 vintage - snatched up for a song from a dumpster behind his local BWS. Comes with label warning not to spill near car duco, but heck, at Clarke's crazy prices it's gotta be a bargain . . . just swallow quickly! Still room for more to join in at what should be a memorable day and night!
As to the ABD itself, my polishing kit is already smoldering close to spontaneous combustion. Here are some pics from last year's NSW All British Day at King's School, Sydney . . . focus on a couple of really rare classic Jaguars just to whet the appetite.
Cheers to all,
Ken
Reminds me of Christine's Granny who often lamented "The hurrier I go, the behinder I get!"
From Pauly's listings, we appear a good turnout . . . and I am so keen to do the RiverCat cruise. I hear that Clarke has a special premium reserve Shiraz set for tasting at our Saturday evening dinner - Woollies Wobbly Woebegones 2018 vintage - snatched up for a song from a dumpster behind his local BWS. Comes with label warning not to spill near car duco, but heck, at Clarke's crazy prices it's gotta be a bargain . . . just swallow quickly! Still room for more to join in at what should be a memorable day and night!
As to the ABD itself, my polishing kit is already smoldering close to spontaneous combustion. Here are some pics from last year's NSW All British Day at King's School, Sydney . . . focus on a couple of really rare classic Jaguars just to whet the appetite.
Cheers to all,
Ken
No need to worry about Clarke's bargain Shiraz - I've lashed out on some good Merlot at $6 bottle. Great photos of the Sydney ABD. Probably best we will get here is a replica D Type or two. we'll see.
Cheers...
It seems that the Gods are testing us all out. Our XJS has a boot-full of 98 Octane vapour resulting in fuel tank removal for investigation and repair of rusted holes. This on top of rear brake caliper failure demanding repairs. A busy couple weeks ahead. Would rather be just polishing the Mark 2. :-)
Good luck with the repairs.
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I once saw far worse on one of the first 253 V8 Holdens we bought as a very low mileage dealer demonstrator. Six months later we were replacing the water pump . . . and I swear that someone must have used a team of elephants to tension up the fan belt. Honestly, the belt tension was so tight you could have played a good violin concerto on it!
What does your resident doctor Phil advise? Very interested to hear the outcome coz 2 years sounds very poor.
Cheers mate,
Ken
G'day Guys
Getting closer and closer to the big event. Here is the latest from the Chief Organizer:
Also guys, Max is just wanting a head count. I assume he is only concerned with actual cars for spacing arrangements etc.
So, can you guys perhaps just confirm with me who is bringing their vehicle? (I already have some)
Date: 17th September
ALL BRITISH DAY
Location: St Josephs College Sports Grounds
Vivian Street, Tennyson, Brisbane.
Admission Fee: $20 which includes RACQ ABD keepsake badge
Starters:
1) Paul (paulyling) - car
2) Clarke (o1xjr) - car
3) Phill (Dr Phill)
4) James (34by151) - car
5) Pete (digger200012) - Maybe
6) Doug & Lois (ozxj) - car
7) Rob (Champir) - car
8) Ropariva (Alan)
9) Ken (cat_as_trophy)
10) Charlie (charlie.p)
11) Mike (Mike Rossiter)
12) Beck (BeckBeck)
13) Jim & Nina (Daf11e)
14) Joe and Kris(jryall)
15) Rod (Big Dog) - car
16) Mike (Mike Rossiter)
17) Jim & Kathie (Jimmy1)
Getting closer and closer to the big event. Here is the latest from the Chief Organizer:
Please ensure that all of your club members attending All British Day Brisbane are made aware of the following:
1. Rules for ABD-B that can be viewed at The Rules | All British Day ? Brisbane ? Queensland ? Australia
2. In accordance with the conditions of entry set by St Josephs College that No Dogs are allowed on the site.
3. The operation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones) at ABD-B is prohibited.
Please advise number of members attending.
Regards
Max Johnson
All British Day - Brisbane Team
1. Rules for ABD-B that can be viewed at The Rules | All British Day ? Brisbane ? Queensland ? Australia
2. In accordance with the conditions of entry set by St Josephs College that No Dogs are allowed on the site.
3. The operation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones) at ABD-B is prohibited.
Please advise number of members attending.
Regards
Max Johnson
All British Day - Brisbane Team
So, can you guys perhaps just confirm with me who is bringing their vehicle? (I already have some)
Date: 17th September
ALL BRITISH DAY
Location: St Josephs College Sports Grounds
Vivian Street, Tennyson, Brisbane.
Admission Fee: $20 which includes RACQ ABD keepsake badge
Starters:
1) Paul (paulyling) - car
2) Clarke (o1xjr) - car
3) Phill (Dr Phill)
4) James (34by151) - car
5) Pete (digger200012) - Maybe
6) Doug & Lois (ozxj) - car
7) Rob (Champir) - car
8) Ropariva (Alan)
9) Ken (cat_as_trophy)
10) Charlie (charlie.p)
11) Mike (Mike Rossiter)
12) Beck (BeckBeck)
13) Jim & Nina (Daf11e)
14) Joe and Kris(jryall)
15) Rod (Big Dog) - car
16) Mike (Mike Rossiter)
17) Jim & Kathie (Jimmy1)
Last edited by paulyling; Aug 29, 2017 at 05:28 AM.
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Even Jagdaim think it is strange but it came with a 12 month warranty.
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Cheers, Doug.
Cheers Doug
Ok so for a head count of cars we have:
1) Paul (paulyling) - car
2) Clarke (o1xjr) - car
3) Phill (Dr Phill)
4) James (34by151) - car
5) Pete (digger200012) - Maybe
6) Doug & Lois (ozxj) - car
7) Rob (Champir) - car
8) Ropariva (Alan)
9) Ken (cat_as_trophy)
10) Charlie (charlie.p)
11) Mike (Mike Rossiter)
12) Beck (BeckBeck)
13) Jim & Nina (Daf11e) - car
14) Joe and Kris(jryall)
15) Rod (Big Dog) - car
16) Jim & Kathie (Jimmy1)
Ok so I have to make some assumptions here:
Alan (Ropariva) and Dr Phil you are car pooling correct?
Joe, Mike, Beck, Charlie and Pete you are bringing a vehicle each?
Ken, did you mention your are bringing the XKR?
Ok cheers people's!
Ok so for a head count of cars we have:
1) Paul (paulyling) - car
2) Clarke (o1xjr) - car
3) Phill (Dr Phill)
4) James (34by151) - car
5) Pete (digger200012) - Maybe
6) Doug & Lois (ozxj) - car
7) Rob (Champir) - car
8) Ropariva (Alan)
9) Ken (cat_as_trophy)
10) Charlie (charlie.p)
11) Mike (Mike Rossiter)
12) Beck (BeckBeck)
13) Jim & Nina (Daf11e) - car
14) Joe and Kris(jryall)
15) Rod (Big Dog) - car
16) Jim & Kathie (Jimmy1)
Ok so I have to make some assumptions here:
Alan (Ropariva) and Dr Phil you are car pooling correct?
Joe, Mike, Beck, Charlie and Pete you are bringing a vehicle each?
Ken, did you mention your are bringing the XKR?
Ok cheers people's!
Last edited by paulyling; Aug 30, 2017 at 06:21 AM.
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Crikey Doug. Well documented XJ-S issue I know, but "fire in the hole" is a specialty of someone else up your way . . . so I won't venture there! That is one of many challenges I have not got to on our XJ-S. No floors mean a ready escape path for any fumes or leaking fuel . . . although feet will need some support before car is ready to re-enter the world of roads! Have new floors ready to go in but appalled at the amount of work to strip and prep to begin work . . . and that's just me . . . the XJ-S will take even longer!
Cheers mate,
Ken
Cheers mate,
Ken
Cheers, Doug.
No worries Beck. If you find you can come on the day, feel free to rock up. They'll be plenty of spots I am sure.
This is just to give the ABD organiser an approximate number of vehicles
Cheers
This is just to give the ABD organiser an approximate number of vehicles
Cheers
.......who has got the world famous Jaguar Forums banner and can you bring it on the day?
Ok we have another to add to the list for ABD. Good stuff! 
Well here's the low down. 2 weeks to go!
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Pre ABD Get-Together
Date: 16th September
Location: Hamilton Hotel
Time: 1pm meet. Ferry around and then 6pm dinner.
Numbers: 2 tables of 8 to get things started. Confirmed so far (please correct me if I'm wrong) are:
1) Paul & Wendy (paulyling)
2) Clarke and Kirsty (o1xjr)
3) James and Mon (34by151)
4) Doug & Lois (ozxj)
5) Jim & Nina (Daf11e)
6) Joe (jryall)
7) Ken (Cat_as_Trophy)
ALL BRITISH DAY
Date: 17th September
Location: St Josephs College Sports Grounds
Vivian Street, Tennyson, Brisbane.
Admission Fee: $20 which includes RACQ ABD keepsake badge
Time: Gates open at 7am for an 830am start
Starters:
1) Paul (paulyling)
2) Clarke (o1xjr)
3) Phill (Dr Phill)
4) James (34by151)
5) Pete (digger200012) - Maybe
6) Doug & Lois (ozxj)
7) Rob (Champir)
8) Ropariva (Alan)
9) Ken (cat_as_trophy)
10) Charlie (charlie.p)
11) Mike (Mike Rossiter)
12) Beck (BeckBeck) - maybe
13) Jim & Nina (Daf11e)
14) Joe and Kris(jryall)
15) Rod (Big Dog)
16) Mike (Mike Rossiter)
17) Jim & Kathie (Jimmy1)
18) Rod (rocketa9x)
p.s James or Clarke...which one of you has the world famous Jaguar Forums banner?
Well here's the low down. 2 weeks to go!
//////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////
Pre ABD Get-Together
Date: 16th September
Location: Hamilton Hotel
Time: 1pm meet. Ferry around and then 6pm dinner.
Numbers: 2 tables of 8 to get things started. Confirmed so far (please correct me if I'm wrong) are:
1) Paul & Wendy (paulyling)
2) Clarke and Kirsty (o1xjr)
3) James and Mon (34by151)
4) Doug & Lois (ozxj)
5) Jim & Nina (Daf11e)
6) Joe (jryall)
7) Ken (Cat_as_Trophy)
ALL BRITISH DAY
Date: 17th September
Location: St Josephs College Sports Grounds
Vivian Street, Tennyson, Brisbane.
Admission Fee: $20 which includes RACQ ABD keepsake badge
Time: Gates open at 7am for an 830am start
Starters:
1) Paul (paulyling)
2) Clarke (o1xjr)
3) Phill (Dr Phill)
4) James (34by151)
5) Pete (digger200012) - Maybe
6) Doug & Lois (ozxj)
7) Rob (Champir)
8) Ropariva (Alan)
9) Ken (cat_as_trophy)
10) Charlie (charlie.p)
11) Mike (Mike Rossiter)
12) Beck (BeckBeck) - maybe
13) Jim & Nina (Daf11e)
14) Joe and Kris(jryall)
15) Rod (Big Dog)
16) Mike (Mike Rossiter)
17) Jim & Kathie (Jimmy1)
18) Rod (rocketa9x)
p.s James or Clarke...which one of you has the world famous Jaguar Forums banner?
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It arrived! 5 days late.
It is in, just the thermostat housing and coolant to add tomorrow then good to go for ABD.
Edit: On the road again.
Second edit: I have two 3 x 3 metre gazebo's and 1 table. Maybe a second table if anyone has one that packs down small (James?)
It is in, just the thermostat housing and coolant to add tomorrow then good to go for ABD.
Edit: On the road again.
Second edit: I have two 3 x 3 metre gazebo's and 1 table. Maybe a second table if anyone has one that packs down small (James?)
Last edited by o1xjr; Sep 6, 2017 at 01:37 AM.
Great work Clarke!
James and I did the water pump on the Blue Goose last year. It was a royal PIA so I don't envy you. Did it all go well?
I just gave my old girl an oil and filter change yesterday
James and I did the water pump on the Blue Goose last year. It was a royal PIA so I don't envy you. Did it all go well?
I just gave my old girl an oil and filter change yesterday
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