Tony Penman wrote a new post, The MOT Test at 60 Years Old, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 1 month, 2 weeks ago
The MOT Test had its 60th Birthday on the 12th of September 2020 and, like the rest of us, it has undergone some changes over the last 6 decades!
The Test was introduced on Monday 12th September 1960 – 60 […]
Tony Penman replied to the topic To MOT or not to MOT? in the forum General Discussion 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Good stuff. Glad it’s sorted. On the MOT Test (Which coincidentally is 60 years old today!), the Lotus wouldn’t be subject to a modern test, rather it would be subjected to the standard test of the day, so no emissions other than ‘does it smoke badly’ and brake biases / headlight heights / condition. The Govt. position seemed to be that classic…[Read more]
Tony Penman wrote a new post, The View From the Garage pt7, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Building Blocks
As mentioned in last times ‘The View From the Garage’, the engine block seemed in pretty good order and had never suffered from leaks or overheating (as much as any classic doesn’t suffer from […]
Tony Penman replied to the topic To MOT or not to MOT? in the forum General Discussion 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Hi Alan,
When the new rules came in, my 1966 MGB was automatically ‘rolled over’ to the new reality.
The V11z is the new version of the V11 for vehicles attracting a ‘zero’ rate of tax.
Not all ‘zero’ tax vehicles are historic. As far as I’m aware, electric vehicles will get a V11z too and if they are over 3 years of age, they need an MOT…[Read more]Tony Penman wrote a new post, July 'Virtual Club Meeting' – Tonight (9th of July @ 8:00pm), on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 3 months, 3 weeks ago
July Club Meeting – Tonight!
Just a quick reminder that we’ll be getting together online for a ‘Virtual Club Meeting’ at 8:00pm on Thursday night (Tonight!!)All members on the newsletter circulation list sh […]
Tony Penman commented on the post, Virtual Cars on the Campus 2020 – Show Report & Winners (Pt.3), on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 5 months, 2 weeks ago
Thanks Ken, That’s very nice of you. I’m just happy if we all get a little bit of Club fun and the chance to talk cars – even online!
Stay Safe & All the bestTony Penman commented on the post, My Car Story – 1938 Morris Two Seater – Ronnie Johnston, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 5 months, 3 weeks ago
Brilliant article Ronnie! (as always!)
Tony Penman wrote a new post, Welcome to 'Virtual' Cars on the Campus 2020, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 5 months, 3 weeks ago
Welcome to our On-Line Car Show – Cars on the Campus!!
We can’t welcome you physically to Cars on the Campus this year, so join us online as we ‘park up and polish’ some fabulous vehicles for your viewing […]
Tony Penman wrote a new post, The View From the Garage pt6, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 6 months, 2 weeks ago
The engine is stripped down – so what do we actually have?
Welcome back for more ‘The View From the Garage’ – Much like waiting forever for a bus and suddenly two come along in short order!
So what do we […]
Tony Penman commented on the post, The View From the Garage pt 5, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 6 months, 3 weeks ago
Thanks John – It might sound like we know what we’re doing but we’re very much flying by the seat of our pants and I’m desperately trying to remember words of wisdom from my childhood.
We’ve been trying to us my Dad’s old tools as much as possible but they definitely worked for their keep and the years haven’t been kind to many of them so modern…[Read more]
Tony Penman commented on the post, The View From the Garage pt 5, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 6 months, 3 weeks ago
Here’s hoping Brian!
Looking forward to seeing the Yellow Peril’s Blue cousin!Tony Penman wrote a new post, The View From the Garage pt 5, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 7 months ago
My, It’s been a while! – Have I done much in the garage?
Er, no…
I’ve mostly been tinkering under the bonnet of the website and working all over the country, so if there’s one positive to this nasty virus […]
Great fun Tony!! and fantastic to see your son getting involved as well. I am also in the garage working on the mr2 engine I’m not stripping as such but taking parts off and painting them. With new clutch, waterpump and timing belt. Hopefully we get through this virus and get back to some normality soon
Brian MabonHere’s hoping Brian!
Looking forward to seeing the Yellow Peril’s Blue cousin!
Excellent stuff Tony and young apprentice. Sounds as if you both know what you are doing. Are you using tradional measuring tools or modern digital stuff. As a traditionalist I still have micrometers and verniers but prefer to use digital; so don’t struggle with the old ways. You are more likely to get a more consistent reading with good quality digital instruments if you don’t use that stuff all the time.
I have just replaced my Beetle exhaust and changed the gearbox oil in Porsche and Beetle. Bxxxxx difficult at my age with only a trolley jack. I must give up and start using a man who has lifting kit.
I look forward to your next instalment . Nothing better than carrying out an engine / gearbox rebuild on a bench. Super therapy.Thanks John – It might sound like we know what we’re doing but we’re very much flying by the seat of our pants and I’m desperately trying to remember words of wisdom from my childhood.
We’ve been trying to us my Dad’s old tools as much as possible but they definitely worked for their keep and the years haven’t been kind to many of them so modern replacements have been sourced in many cases (The valve spring compressor gave in mid job!)
I’ve looked at new DTI’s and as much as I like the satisfying movement of a needle, I think we’ll order a digital one that does both Metric & Imperial.We’re lucky to have an engine crane but for the rest we’re under the cars too. If only the garage was tall enough to take a two post…..
Can’t wait for the therapeutic rebuild – not far away hopefully!
Tony Penman wrote a new post, Cars & Coffee @ Greenside Garden Centre (Lanarkshire Classic Car Club), on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 9 months ago
Blowing off the cobwebs – first meet of 2020
There is an informal ‘Cars & Coffee’ event run by Lanarkshire Classic Car Club on the last Sunday of the month at Greenside Garden Centre, Motherwell, so it seemed […]
Tony Penman wrote a new post, Car-Related Christmas Gifts?, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 9 months, 2 weeks ago
The ‘Man in the Red Suit’ has been and the last of the turkey is being polished off as part of a curry or in sandwiches.
Did you get any interesting car-related gifts this year?
Let’s hear about them in the […]
Tony Penman wrote a new post, The 2019 Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show @ NEC Birmingham, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 11 months, 3 weeks ago
This show seems to grow year on year and its 35th anniversary was no different as it sprawled over 5 halls Birmingham’s NEC with it’s ‘Top Trumps’ theme for 2019
I managed down for Fridays ‘Opening Day’ this year […]
Tony Penman wrote a new post, A drive to a great Cars & Coffee @ Greenside Garden Centre, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 1 year ago
Cars & Coffee attracted me the morning after the clocks went back and I took a 20 odd mile jaunt up to Lanarkshire for this Sunday morning meet – It’s never a disappointment!
The meet is on the last Sunday of the […]
Tony Penman commented on the post, Happy 85th Birthday Bill !, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 1 year, 2 months ago
George reports that as always, the Savoy Park pulled out all the stops, supplying great food and service for Bill’s 85th celebrations and he has sent us a short video of the afternoon which you can view above.
A good time was had by all – especially by the Birthday Boy !Tony Penman commented on the post, Prestwick Promenade 2019, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 1 year, 2 months ago
Thanks for those kind word John!
It was a really enjoyable day – It’s one of my favourites too. I came across the A77 as well and saw the tailback. They had closed the stretch towards Ayr so I took the scenic route via Irvine.
All the best.Tony Penman commented on the post, Drive it Day 2019, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 1 year, 5 months ago
Looks like a brilliant day – sorry I missed it,
That’s a cracking pic of Andrews E-Type!Tony Penman commented on the post, Dream Drives – The North Coast 500, on the site Ayrshire Classics Car Club 1 year, 8 months ago
It’s not quite the NC500 but every new car I’ve ever had has been taken on the A71 from Darvel to Strathaven & back for its first run. My favourite local road is the back road from Galston to Ayr – a lovely winding run through the Ayrshire fields. On a summers evening, you can catch the sunset behind Arran as you approach Ayr and if you’re…[Read more]
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I’ve been unable to access Cars on the Campus today.
Hi folks – The ‘live’ event if you like is on the Facebook page which you can view either via the page above which should update live or via the FaceBook page itself. Once the show is over, I’ll write it up as a normal ‘show report’ and post it on here – Off for a quick tea break then back to post all the late entries.
Over 100 cars already on
#SoreFingers
I cannot access cars on the campus on line
Hi folks – The ‘live’ event if you like is on the Facebook page which you can view either via the page above which should update live or via the FaceBook page itself. Once the show is over, I’ll write it up as a normal ‘show report’ and post it on here – Off for a quick tea break then back to post all the late entries.
Over 100 cars already on
#SoreFingers
Hello Tony.
I cannot access Cars on the campus on line.
Ian.
Hi folks – The ‘live’ event if you like is on the Facebook page which you can view either via the page above which should update live or via the FaceBook page itself. Once the show is over, I’ll write it up as a normal ‘show report’ and post it on here – Off for a quick tea break then back to post all the late entries.
Over 100 cars already on
#SoreFingers
Do you need to load your own picture to the Facebook page or will emailed photos appear sometime?
All emailed entries are being ‘parked’ throughout the day.
All in now save for todays ‘late entries’
I cannot access Cars on the Campus
Hi folks – The ‘live’ event if you like is on the Facebook page which you can view either via the page above which should update live or via the FaceBook page itself. Once the show is over, I’ll write it up as a normal ‘show report’ and post it on here – Off for a quick tea break then back to post all the late entries.
Over 100 cars already on
#SoreFingers
I too cannot access the Cars on the Campus
Hi folks – The ‘live’ event if you like is on the Facebook page which you can view either via the page above which should update live or via the FaceBook page itself. Once the show is over, I’ll write it up as a normal ‘show report’ and post it on here – Off for a quick tea break then back to post all the late entries.
Over 100 cars already on
#SoreFingers
Hi folks – The ‘live’ event if you like is on the Facebook page which you can view either via the page above which should update live or via the FaceBook page itself. Once the show is over, I’ll write it up as a normal ‘show report’ and post it on here – Off for a quick tea break then back to post all the late entries.
Over 100 cars already on
#SoreFingers