Markheliops

Mike - don't let him mention Cooks trailers. And make sure he has had a shave - or don't serve him.

A straight SAE30 (Comma Classic is ok) for the engine, gearbox, road wheels, governer and steering box. EP90 for the final drives. Hydraulic Oil for the cooling fans. Goog luck with the road wheels. I sold 24 brand new ones with my FV432. Markheliops

I'll be there as per usual. Ward La France m1a1, Love Trailer, Ben Hur and Land Rover101. Not camping in the same place as want to be somewhere different. Too much noise, traffic, and kids on quads in Americas Field. I am looking for some piece and quiet and nice surroundings. Bored with the normal procedings so want to change my W&P experience. I think the dust is going to be a major problem this year. May be worth while erecting tents etc with the door facing away from the tracks. I intend to do nothing but tinker with my vehicles, have socials with forum members and enjoy light liquid refreshments and Chrisg's home made cakes - (No nuts Chris Thankie). No pack changes as without armour. Markheliops

Happy Birthday - have a cracker.

Happy Birthday Joris. I'm sure Jack will get you something very nice.

Looks like you will be shopping at Beltring then.

Bit disappointed not too see him tarmac surfing!!!

I'm hoping to be able to attend - enjoyed it last year - very relaxed. Won't be sure until 28 days before the show as this is the earliest time I can book some time off. It would be rude not to attend - especially as the Ward and I are plastered on the PR posters.

Hi Andy. I do know of someone who is selling a road registered FV432 - reasonably priced. I suggest you seriously consider buying a road registered 432 to save yourself a lot of agro. If interested - PM me and I shall pass you the details. Regards Markheliops

Ta John - very usuefull. Do you know if he can do anything with tachos? I had a mechanical one fitted to the Ward which ran off the dizzy but have no dizzy now and need to sort something. I'll give him a tinkle. Regards Markheliops

I have put the picture on my facebook if users wish to tag themselves.

No rush mate - I don't collect my pension for another 25 years!!!

Debrief - you sound like 118-118. Too long spent in Daves tent I expect. You'll be unshaven and sporting a red cap next!!!!

I must be lucky - I have never had an issue with DVLA whether it be log books of driving licences. The problem may be the issue of photocard licences. It's coming to that time when the first batch sent out need renewing. That is a lot of driving licences to renew at once. All the changes in regulations can't exactly help either.

Great picture Mark. Jack is so at ease with his feminine side - a bit too at ease I think!!!

I'd be happy to appear on TV discussing why I have an interest in MV's. If you're mis-quoted - It's slander so even the TV companies have to tread carefully. I have no hidden agenda to my hobby and would be happy to represent my views. Maybe it could sway peoples idea on why we do what we do. Heliops

No worries - it was eventually discovered to be no more than a blocked fuel filter. Pain in the butt considering the filter had done less than 400 miles since fitting. Top tip - in future, carry a spare fuel filter.

Crikey Dave - thats a bit drastic just cos you missed A&E!!! Congratulations mate.

Hi all. First thing is I have posted all the pictures I can find to my face book page. Hope no one minds but if they do, drop me a PM and I shall remove their pictures. Album link: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2058802&id=1001653421&l=3ede223198 I thought it would be nice if forum members can visit the album and tag who they are - names to faces etc. I think you have to be a face book user but quite a few people on the forum are - so feel free to tag away. If you aren't and want to be on my friends page - let me know by sending a friend request. Many thanks. Heliops

Well - I can’t really say much more than what has been said already. If you were at A&E - you KNOW how good the event was and what it meant to be part of it. If you weren’t fortunate enough to be there - you will have read the words and seen the pictures and this will give you a feeling of how well it all went. First thing - many thanks to my mate in Grime (tootallmike) who came to my aid Monday morning at 730hrs on the M25, junction 7-6 when the Ward threw it’s toys out of the pram and decided to lose all power. He didn’t just come to my aid but ended up going home and back again for a new fuel filter which cured the fault (after taken the fuel system apart endless times) and got me back home. Jack - I take my hat off to you. You ignored the kill joys who said you were wasting your time and it would never be allowed to happen (thank god you did). I know a little of the work behind the scenes done by yourself and others to make an idea into a reality and I fully understand just how much had to be done behind the scenes. You proved a point to the doubters and I hope those who have poured scorn at your efforts are enjoying eating their humble pie. Many thanks David - your efforts in the field kitchen are appreciated by all those who attended. It’s not just the food preparation but your selflessness in missing out on the convoys etc to prepare the days meals as well. Top man. Kev - the convoy man. Make no mistake - to plan and organise a convoy the size of ours, get it from A to B without dramas and still be able to smile at the end of it takes a genius. Thanks mate. The DR riders - you’re all bloody mad and top job in escorting the convoy. The tank owners - thanks, for making this a truly memorable occasion. There is nothing like a piece of armour to really add some sparkle to a convoy. If you ever get the chance - ask Adrian if you can have a look inside his Sherman. Hats off to you mate - forget the fact it’s a Sherman and just admire the dedication in acquiring all the stuff which goes inside it. All those who attended in whatever shape or form. You, me, (us) made this a truly special event. Not seen in the UK since the preparation for D-Day. If it wasn’t for the dedication of all of us - it quite simply would never have happened - and that would be a crying shame for the people of Dorchester and all those who witnessed this truly remarkable spectacle. Memories - LOADS OF THEM. Recovering the Sherman with Mike and our toys - something which the Wards were built to do. The rousing reception when we pulled into base camp with the Sherman on tow. The beaming face of our fearless leader when he realised his dreams had just been made into a reality. The clapping and cheering wherever the convoy went. Meeting up with the many faces of HMVF. Made new friends and met up with old friends. My most memorable moment. We were in convoy and passed a little house where an elderly lady was waving out the window but crying at the same time. Brought a lump to my throat and a tear to my eye. This single memory means more to me than all the memories from a great weekend. Should we do it again - for the pure fun factor, of course we should. But when and how often is another issue. Annual event - I don’t think so. I am in the camp that thinks it was so special because it has never been attempted before and hence never seen before. Maybe on the anniversaries of D-Day - to keep the memories alive and show the younger generation what was happening back before they were born? WELL DONE TO ALL OF US. Markheliops

Well - I can’t really say much more than what has been said already. If you were at A&E - you KNOW how good the event was and what it meant to be part of it. If you weren’t fortunate enough to be there - you will have read the words and seen the pictures and this will give you a feeling of how well it all went. First thing - many thanks to my mate in Grime (tootallmike) who came to my aid Monday morning at 730hrs on the M25, junction 7-6 when the Ward threw it’s toys out of the pram and decided to lose all power. He didn’t just come to my aid but ended up going home and back again for a new fuel filter which cured the fault (after taken the fuel system apart endless times) and got me back home. Jack - I take my hat off to you. You ignored the kill joys who said you were wasting your time and it would never be allowed to happen (thank god you did). I know a little of the work behind the scenes done by yourself and others to make an idea into a reality and I fully understand just how much had to be done behind the scenes. You proved a point to the doubters and I hope those who have poured scorn at your efforts are enjoying eating their humble pie. Many thanks David - your efforts in the field kitchen are appreciated by all those who attended. It’s not just the food preparation but your selflessness in missing out on the convoys etc to prepare the days meals as well. Top man. Kev - the convoy man. Make no mistake - to plan and organise a convoy the size of ours, get it from A to B without dramas and still be able to smile at the end of it takes a genius. Thanks mate. The DR riders - you’re all bloody mad and top job in escorting the convoy. The tank owners - thanks, for making this a truly memorable occasion. There is nothing like a piece of armour to really add some sparkle to a convoy. If you ever get the chance - ask Adrian if you can have a look inside his Sherman. Hats off to you mate - forget the fact it’s a Sherman and just admire the dedication in acquiring all the stuff which goes inside it. All those who attended in whatever shape or form. You, me, (us) made this a truly special event. Not seen in the UK since the preparation for D-Day. If it wasn’t for the dedication of all of us - it quite simply would never have happened - and that would be a crying shame for the people of Dorchester and all those who witnessed this truly remarkable spectacle. Memories - LOADS OF THEM. Recovering the Sherman with Mike and our toys - something which the Wards were built to do. The rousing reception when we pulled into base camp with the Sherman on tow. The beaming face of our fearless leader when he realised his dreams had just been made into a reality. The clapping and cheering wherever the convoy went. Meeting up with the many faces of HMVF. Made new friends and met up with old friends. My most memorable moment. We were in convoy and passed a little house where an elderly lady was waving out the window but crying at the same time. Brought a lump to my throat and a tear to my eye. This single memory means more to me than all the memories from a great weekend. Should we do it again - for the pure fun factor, of course we should. But when and how often is another issue. Annual event - I don’t think so. I am in the camp that thinks it was so special because it has never been attempted before and hence never seen before. Maybe on the anniversaries of D-Day - to keep the memories alive and show the younger generation what was happening back before they were born? WELL DONE TO ALL OF US. Markheliops

Always someone to lower the tone - Debs took a picture of the house on Sunday. I suggest everyone keeps a look out at the shows etc. There can't be many flags around like that.

Top banana - you can not put a price on such positive comments like those.

Did it look something like this (without the Ben Hur on the back) That would have been me then - just before the Ward threw it's teddies out the window and decided to stop before junction 6. Heliops

Actually - it's probably the one for sale on Milweb?