AndyFowler Posted March 27, 2011 Author Share Posted March 27, 2011 Excellent videos Tony ! Can't wait to see the next instalments ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamond 981 Posted March 27, 2011 Share Posted March 27, 2011 Tony Thanks for posting, its always nice to see a T .Hope to see it at Dorset. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamond 981 Posted April 3, 2011 Share Posted April 3, 2011 Just found these photo's of my T being transported from farm to home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antarmike Posted April 3, 2011 Share Posted April 3, 2011 Dave Stretton if I am not mistaken.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamond 981 Posted April 3, 2011 Share Posted April 3, 2011 Thats the man, was running emty from Middlesborough and did me a favour in collecting the T from Crich. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamond 981 Posted April 3, 2011 Share Posted April 3, 2011 Diamond t steve s t next to my mack at Stoneliegh some years ago Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamond 981 Posted April 3, 2011 Share Posted April 3, 2011 Germany late fifties Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACCDT Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 Thought its time to bring a new vehicle to the link, well, when i say new, its new to me. Does anyone recognise this 981, previously from manningtree essex. If you have any early pictures or know any history, please let me know. Not always painted to jps colours, has also been blue and red. Was previously registered as Q728EGV. Cheers MACCDT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antony Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 I believe this one spent many years at Ben Cooper's garage at Claydon near Ipswich. It has resided at three different locations in the Suffolk / Essex area over the last few years, but A Barrell probably knows more of its history than me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Graves Posted April 25, 2011 Share Posted April 25, 2011 hi, the essex diamond t featured in the previous thread is now in normandy, there was a problem with a broken valve spring, it has a rolls c6 and needs a lot of work doing to it. it is located near domfront about two hours from me, i went to see it last year and it was up for sale for 1500euros, i do not know if it has been repaired but if anybody is interested in it i have the chaps telephone number, all the best ,tony g. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamond 981 Posted April 25, 2011 Share Posted April 25, 2011 Visited Contractorman yesterday and collected replacement nearside bonnet panels as i have to tidy up the appearance of the T in time for Dorset,the original panel was really bad and ready to fall apart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACCDT Posted April 25, 2011 Share Posted April 25, 2011 hi, the essex diamond t featured in the previous thread is now in normandy, there was a problem with a broken valve spring, it has a rolls c6 and needs a lot of work doing to it. it is located near domfront about two hours from me, i went to see it last year and it was up for sale for 1500euros, i do not know if it has been repaired but if anybody is interested in it i have the chaps telephone number, all the best ,tony g. Hello Tony, I uplifted the vehicle last year after the valve spring was sorted out. Its now in sunny Cheshire. I am going to try to get it to Dorset this year but as you said, it needs alot doing to it. Then again, you dont see them for sale every day so I thought I would save it. it cost me more to get it home that i paid for it. cheers MaccDT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Graves Posted April 29, 2011 Share Posted April 29, 2011 hi maccdt, great to see the old girl is going to be preserved, as an aside i have an excellent air cleaner bonnet side with the ventilation piece and the cut away chequer plate for the top of the wing, you can call me on 0033231101198. i wish you all the best with your project, all the best tony t. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
contractorman Posted April 29, 2011 Share Posted April 29, 2011 Hope you all have a great Dorset..sorry i wont be able to make it ,After owning and being around DTs for the last 30yrs ..but My Daughter will be bringing EGG 160 to join the party ..Cheers G.B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamond 981 Posted May 10, 2011 Share Posted May 10, 2011 Hi MACCDT just love the latest T project, looking forward to seeing it. Any progress in your rolls engine cylinder head search.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACCDT Posted May 10, 2011 Share Posted May 10, 2011 Hi MACCDT just love the latest T project, looking forward to seeing it. Any progress in your rolls engine cylinder head search.? Hi 981 still searching for Rolls Royce C6 bits so if you hear of anything give me a shout or send PM. Are you driving all the way to Dorset this year?? or are you doing any local derbyshire shows which i could get to from Macclesfield with mine where we could meet up Cheers MaccDT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamond 981 Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 Hi MACCDT Driving the T down to Dorset again 400 mile round trip but i do enjoy the journey at the slower pace of 30mph. Was hoping to get to 1000 engine rally at Astle Park Chelford with the T ,but have left it too late to enter.Will try and get in at steam rally at same location. Will keep eyes and ears open regarding Rolls C6, some railway preservation groups may be worth a try as i believe the C6 was used in small industrial shunting diesel locomotives. Regards Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Graves Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 hi maccdt, hope everything ok, what are you looking for from a c6, i have a complete c6 i43 series here and was a good runner,if i can help give me a call, all the best tony g. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dizzy-t Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 I have decided to come to Dorset in September, as I would like to meet all the T owners, could any one tell me how many T's are expected.? Hope you all have a good run down from where ever you are coming from. Would like to have ride in a T if any one would care for a mate for a trip around the course. :nut::cool2::wow::wow::whistle::saluting::drive::drive: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamond 981 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 I think there are at least ten expected at dorset,mike will have exact number ,you are welcome to ride in mine . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dizzy-t Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 :drive:QUOTE=diamond 981;261625]I think there are at least ten expected at dorset,mike will have exact number ,you are welcome to ride in mine .. Many thanks for the offer, just bring along the Chocolates, (free samples of course). You will have to let me know which T I should be looking for, I have never been to GDSF before, I hope to leave home at about 6am, should get to the ground about 8am & find a good parking space then into the ground at 9am, when the gates open, thats if all things go to plan, see you there. Regards dizzy-t:drive: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamond 981 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 :drive:QUOTE=diamond 981;261625]I think there are at least ten expected at dorset,mike will have exact number ,you are welcome to ride in mine .. Many thanks for the offer, just bring along the Chocolates, (free samples of course). You will have to let me know which T I should be looking for, I have never been to GDSF before, I hope to leave home at about 6am, should get to the ground about 8am & find a good parking space then into the ground at 9am, when the gates open, thats if all things go to plan, see you there. Regards dizzy-t:drive: 495 XUX . I will have a large selection of chocolates for everyone in diesel heavy haulage to sample ,see you there. Regards Alan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dizzy-t Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 . Many thanks for the offer, just bring along the Chocolates, (free samples of course). You will have to let me know which T I should be looking for, I have never been to GDSF before, I hope to leave home at about 6am, should get to the ground about 8am & find a good parking space then into the ground at 9am, when the gates open, thats if all things go to plan, see you there. Regards dizzy-t:drive: 495 XUX . I will have a large selection of chocolates for everyone in diesel heavy haulage to sample ,see you there. Regards Alan. You have a long drive down, how long will it take you & what does yours do to the gallon? Regards Dick Smith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dizzy-t Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 495 XUX . I will have a large selection of chocolates for everyone in diesel heavy haulage to sample ,see you there.Regards Alan. You have a long drive down, how long will it take you & what does yours do to the gallon? Regards Dick Smith Have looked through the forum to see if there is a photo of your DT, cant find one, could you put one on, or tell me if there is one, what page it is on?:drive: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diamond 981 Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 495 XUX . I will have a large selection of chocolates for everyone in diesel heavy haulage to sample ,see you there.Regards Alan. You have a long drive down, how long will it take you & what does yours do to the gallon? Regards Dick Smith In 2008 it took 6 3/4 hrs at 30 -35 mph. last year i split the journey over 2 days at 25 -30 mph towing showmans living van. Total driving time about 8 1/2 hrs ,the living van providing a comfortable rest over night. Fuel consumption is pretty good at 10 mpg but thats due to having leyland 680 power plus engine and leyland 5 speed + overdrive box coupled to original 3 speed auxillary box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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