The East Anglian kit Car Club

The meets will be at the park Hotel Diss  Norfolk from 11.am on the Second Sunday of each  month from March through to November inclusive.      The Park Hotel Diss Norfolk Tel-01379-642244.       Meeting dates

 

June at Diss

Thank you all for attending today J

This is the best attendance of Kit cars we have had Diss since we have been meeting at the Park Hotel JJJJJ JJJJJ JJJJJ JJJJJ JJJJJ

 

The New faces were: Paul Bellison and his wife in there NG TC

Also a return of Trevor in his newly purchased F27.

We have been visited in the past by Matt and Steve while building their cars but today they brought them along, these are both Mk Indy’s fitted with bike engines

 

 

So what’s happening?

 

Newark kit car show 20/21^st June

 

There will be a convoy to the show on Saturday afternoon meeting at the little chef at West Lynn (PE34 3LW) at 1.30 pm

 

 

Wings,Wheel,and Steam Rougham Airfield  27/28^th June

 

I’m hoping to go to this on Sunday 28th weather permitting.

I’ve so far got 6 names plus one possible.

Contact me if you wish to join us.

We have to send them application forms to enter, but I have contacted them to see if I can send all of our details to them on one form and enter us as a club. If they agree to this I will need everyone that wishes to attend address and phone number.

 

BBQ 28^th June

 

Paul Gooderham has invited any club members to his BBQ on the 28^th June

You must bring your own food and drink. He will supply the BBQ’s to cook on and the rolls.

He would appreciate numbers of those that plan to attend.

He understands that if the weather is not favourable then some might not attend.

You can read about this event here. Link to invite

 

 

.Knebworth Park Classic 30/31^st August

 

Please forward your completed forms to the organizer.

I’ve got my ticket now.

 

Coast run 26^th July

 

The date for the coast run will be the 26^th July .We now have 17 Cars.

There may be a change to the route slightly, and the lunch venue is to be change, due to the cost and quality not being great.

Also Bob has been in contact with the caister car museum to negotiate a better entry price, this better price is still £8 per head so Bob is looking at alternative places to visit. Let me know if you want to be added to the list of those attending.

 

Parson Drove show 26^th July Wisbech

 

We’ve been invited to attend this show, but it clashes with the coast run. If you wish to attend let me know and I’ll add you to the list. No interest it seems.

 

Anything else

 

Any new members that wish to be added to the e mailing list please let me know.

 

 

Next Diss meeting 12^th July

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Those present

Kits (25)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Paul Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Mike Shearing & Lorraine Luego Viento V8

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield

Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

Bob Rowell Robin Hood 2B

Grant & Heidi Standley Tiger E 1

David (Flak monkey) GTS Panther

Sue & Roy Thomas Dooster

Paul Spurgeon Westfield

Neil Brown Robin Hood S7

Graham Dockerill Robin Hood 2B

Dan Robertson Locost

Dave Jones Banham Sprite

Paul Bellison NGTC

Matthew Clarey (Matt C) MK

Steve (Snap off) MK

Mike Brain Robin Hood Hood

Dave Watson Westfield

Dominic Eaves Westfield

John Chapman Robin Hood 2B04

Trevor Willets F27 V8

Stuart Gillespie MNR Vortx

Steve? Westfield

Matt? Westfield

 

Tin tops (1)

Paul Gooderham (907)

 

Apologies

 

Gerry & Tricia Filsham Dax Rush,

Simon and Julie Morris Pilgrim 3000

Sue & John Leamon Westfield

Steven Lister Fury

Gary Renouf Lotus Elise

Gerry Cole Robin hood 2B

Ed & Jo Williamson-brown Slyva Mojo.

Al (Hellbent345) HEC7 Roadster

 

 

 

Thank you all for attending today

It was great to see even more new faces visiting the club;

The New faces were: Ken & Susan Keith, Robin Hood at home.

Gerry & Tricia Fincham Dax Rush, Ed & Jo Williamson-brown Slyva Mojo.

Simon and Julie Morris Pilgrim 3000

 

So what’s happening?

 

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Camping weekend Dunwich 16/17 May

 

It’s not too late to join us we are joining members of the SG7 kit car group at Dunwich.

The weekend will be planned to get us a drive around, with a visit or two with meal stops along the way. Let me know if you wish to join us or require more information

Cliff top holiday village Dunwich 01728 648282 £16 per night. Post code for those just coming for the day is IP17 3DQ

 

Knebworth Park Classic 30/31^st August

 

Please forward your completed forms to the organizer.

I’ve got my ticket now.

 

Norwich Car Show 7^th June

 

.This is being organized by the Norwich car club and being held at the Anglian windows site. No need to book just turn up. . Weather permitting. I will let you all know if I’m going to attend and a possible meeting point outside the venue so we can arrive together and be placed within the show together.

 

Coast run 26^th July

 

The date for the coast run will be the 26^th July .We now have 17 Cars interested in attending. Meeting times and places will follow, when established. The route goes from Norwich to Holt, Aylsham, North Walsham, and Bacton then along the coast road to Caister on sea and then back to Norwich. This is 100 miles travelling.

 

AS Motorsport.

 

Builders of vintage Aston Martin replicas

We were offered a look around there workshop, but this clashed with the cars on the green show. I therefore tried to arrange a visit today and on the 14^th of June (our next Diss meet) but Andy is not available on both occasions. He is going to get back to me with another date in the near future.

 

 

Anything else

 

 

 

Next Diss meeting 14^th June

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (24)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Paul & Maria Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Mike Shearing & Lorraine Luego Viento V8

Paul Thompson Robin Hood 2B

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield

Steve Nichol Westfield SE

Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

Sue & John Leamon Westfield

Bob Rowell Robin Hood 2B

Grant Standley Tiger E 1

David (Flak monkey) & Sarah GTS Panther

Sue & Roy Thomas Dooster

Gary Renouf Lotus Elise

Paul Spurgeon Westfield

Neil Brown Robin Hood S7

Rae Herries 289 Cobra

Gerry Cole Robin hood 2B

Steve Keay Westfield V8

Graham Dockerill Robin Hood 2B

Martyn Jordan Westfield

Stuart Gillespie MNR Vortx

Gerry & Tricia Fincham Dax Rush,

Ed & Jo Williamson-brown Slyva Mojo.

Simon and Julie Morris Pilgrim 3000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tin tops (6)

Steven Lister

Fran, Claire & Greg Zbrozec

Mike Brain

Ken & Susan Keith

Steve Caley

Robert Burton

 

 

 

Apologies

Dan Robertson Locost

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 2009 Diss.

 

Thank you all for attending today

It was good to see even more new faces in the club;

New faces were: Robin Cross (Viper) & Steve Lister. (Fury)

 

So what’s happening?

 

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Cars on the green Thurston 26^Th April

 

We have ten members that wish to attend. We will meet at Vintens Western way Bury St Edmunds IP33 3TB at 09.00 and then travel in convoy to the show.

If you would like to be added to the list please contact me ASAP.

 

Stoneleigh Kit car show 3/4^th May

 

A good few members wish to attend this year. I will arrange two convoys one for Late Saturday and one for early Sunday

Meeting at Thetford 15.00 Meeting at Newmarket services 15.30 if late Saturday

Meeting at Thetford 08.00 Meeting at Newmarket services 08.30 if early Sunday.

 

We will set up a club camping area, but park our cars on display with who ever we wish, during the day.

Please let me know if you are planning to attend and which day. Thanks.

 

 

Coast run TBA

 

The date for the coast run will be the 26^th July .We now have 17 Cars interested in attending. Meeting times and places will follow, when established.

 

Camping weekend Dunwich 16/17 May

 

It’s not too late to join us we are joining members of the SG7 kit car group at Dunwich.

The weekend will be planed to get us a drive around, with a visit or two with meal stops along the way. Let me know if you wish to join us or require more information

 

Two Counties show 28^th June

 

Show being held at a Newmarket race course promises to be a great day out.

I now have 14 cars wanting to attend.

If anyone else would like to join us please let me know

 

 

Knebworth Park Classic 30/31^st August

 

Please forward your completed forms to the organizer.

 

Website

We are getting lots of hits on the website now. We are getting an average of 77 hits a day. After a request I have now set up a forum on the site.

 

 

Fakenham auto club.

 

The two events they are organizing that are of interest to some members, are The St Georges drive it day is being held on the same day as Bury cars in the park 26^th April If you wish to attend the drive it day then you can contact John Tovey on 01328 83055.

 

The other is a fundraising event, show at Fakenham race course on the Sunday 23^rd August. More information will follow as the organizers plan it

 

 

Anything else

 

There is a car show on the 7^th June. This is being organized by the Norwich car club and being held at the Anglian windows site. No need to book just turn up.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (16)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Paul Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Mike Shearing & Lorraine Luego Viento V8

Paul Thompson Robin Hood 2B

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield

Steve Nichol Westfield SE

Richard Strike & Daughter Luego Velocity XT

Dan Robertson Locost

Sue & John Leamon Westfield

Chris Clarke Mini Marcos

Bob Rowell Robin Hood 2B

Dominic Eaves Westfield

Dave Watson Westfield

Grant Standley Tiger E 1

Steven Lister Sylva Fury

Robin Cross Bright wheels Viper (Cobra)

 

 

Tin tops (2)

Maria Taylor& Nicola Taylor

Neil & Brenda Brown

 

Apologies

David (Flak monkey) & Sarah  GTS Panther

Sue & Roy Thomas Dooster

Gary Renouf  Luego Velocity XT

Dave Jones Banham Sprite

Mike Brain Robin Hood Hood

Fran & Stephan Robin Hood 2B

Paul Spurgeon Westfield

 

March 2009 Diss.

 

 

 

Thank you all for attending today. It was a surprise to see so many kits on a day that the weather men/women promised heavy rain and high winds.

Actual the day started cold but very sunny which of course bring us all out in our cars.

It was good to see a few new faces in the club; sorry if I didn’t get a chance to talk to you.

New faces were Gavin Macfarlene, Grant, Dan Robertson & Ken Mason. (Unless I’ve missed someone)

 

So what’s happening?

 

Camping weekend Dunwich 16/17 May

It’s not too late to join us we are joining members of the SG7 kit car group at Dunwich.

The weekend will be planed to get us a drive around, with a visit or two with meal stops along the way. Let me know if you wish to join us or require more information.

 

 

Detling Kit Car Show 12/13^th Apr

Only a slight interest in this one this year, those that might go say they want to wait until the weekend of the show before deciding (there is no point in planning to go and then the weather being unsuitable) Our next Diss meeting is on the 12^th Sunday so we can decide then if we want to go on the 13^th Monday.

 

Norfolk Police Gala Day 6^th September

This is probably our best local show of our shows season. This has now been handed over to the Showground ltd. This change now means we have to pay (£5) per car, which isn’t really a problem. The problem is the organizer wanted the money two weeks ago.

I now have ten cars wanting to attend and payment for nine of them.

If you would like to join us, please let me know ASAP. I will need your cheque or cash for £5 before the 15^th of March. Any later than that, you can still go but will have to arrange this with the organizer direct.

 

Two Counties show 28^th June

Show being held at a Newmarket race course promises to be a great day out.

I now have 8 cars wanting to attend.

If anyone else would like to join us please let me know

 

Knebworth Park Classic 30/31^st August

I handed out application forms for this show, the date on the applications, are incorrect (printed this week) please fill these in and return them to me at the next meeting or send them to the organizer if you wish. In the club details please enter SG7 Kit Car Club. Club Contact Helen Tween.

If anyone else would like to join us please let me know

 

Website

We are getting lots of hits on the website now. We had 90 last Sunday and 88 yesterday. This is excellent news. We are also getting a few new members, some through the website.

 

Anything else

Westfield owner club meet. The Old Ram Tivetshall St Mary at 2 PM today.

Coast run. It was suggested we do a coast run. I’ve asked Bob to plan one for us as he planned the last two we did. And did a brilliant job of it.

 

Fakenham auto club. Two events they are organizing are of interest to some members. The St Georges drive it day is being held on the same day as another event on our calendar (Bury cars in the park 26^th April) if you wish to attend the drive it day then you can contact John Tovey on 01328 83055.

The other was a fundraising event,  The Fakenham “Car-Nival” an all day extravaganza at Fakenham Racecourse on Sunday 23^rd August when they will be hosting a large classic car and vintage truck show, in addition there will be stationary steam engines, display stands by major car suppliers, BBQ and bar, music, stalls, prize draw, tombola etc.

 

They expect this to be the major event of the summer in our area and  would be delighted to see as many members of the public as possible to help them raise money for this life saving charity appeal. The entrance charge is only £1 per adult (children under 16 are free) plus £1 per car for public car parking on site. All the proceeds from the money raised on the day will go to the Special Care Baby Appeal” I will let you all know about this one as the information come through in the next month or so.

 

Those present

 

Kits (18)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Paul & Maria Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Mike Shearing Luego Viento V8

Paul Thompson Robin Hood 2B

Fran & Zbrozek Robin Hood 2B

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield

Gary Renouf & Son Luego Velocity XT

Steve Nichol Westfield SE

Richard Strike & Son Luego Velocity XT

Gavin Bain Cobra

Melvin (Rusty Nuts) Locost

Jeff Wilkins Luego Viento V8

Dan Robertson Locost

Steve Keay Westfield V8

Ken Mason GT40

Brian Westfield

Mike Brain Robin Hood Hood

Dave Jones Banham Sprite

 

Others (1)

Jed TVR

 

Tin tops (5)

Dave Dickerson & Sarah

Gavin Macfarlene

Grant

Roy & Sue Thomas

Bob Rowell

Stef Zbrozek & partner

 

Apologies

 

Neil Brown Robin Hood S7

Gerry Cole Robin hood 2B

Mike Brain Robin Hood Hood

Sue & John Leamon Westfield

Paul Spurgeon Westfield

Chris Clarke Mini Marcos

 

 

Pictures from today

 

Christmas Meal 2008

Another good time was had by those that attended our annual Christmas lunch.

Another year of projectile balloons.

 

I would like to thank all of you for your support over the year. Please keep it up for 2009

See you all on the 9th March.

A big thank you to all, that contributed to my collection (You shouldn't have)

Happy Christmas and a prosperous

New Year to all

Why does Andy look so Proud ?

November at Diss

 

Not a lot to say really. This was our last meet this year and the weather stayed bright for us but it was cold. Not a bad turnout but a shame there couldn’t have been a few more kit cars present, I even had to resort to a tin top as my Luego has a problem with the rear brakes  at the moment. Bob also encountered a problem on his way to Diss in his 2B which prevented him from attending. My camera wouldn’t work so I had to borrow one to take today’s pictures. Pictures to follow.

 

Christmas meal.

 

The meal for those that have booked will be on the 21^st December from 1pm. Can I ask that we are all there before 12.30? Thanks.

Those that didn’t pay today will receive an e mail explaining what they need to do.

 

I would like to thank all of those that have attended the club meetings and events this year. Without you there wouldn’t be a club. Hopefully I’ll receive the same sort of attendance next year.

 

Next meeting 

 

8^th March 2009

 

The Norfolk and Suffolk Westfield owners meetings will continue over our winter break.

Any of you are welcome to attend these meetings if you wish to.

 

These will alternate between the

 

The Four Horseshoes Public House, Thornham Magna.

And The Old Ram, Nr Tivetshall St Mary.

Meetings are held from 2pm on the second Sunday of each month

 

 

 

 

 

 

Later at the Westfield Owner Cub meeting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Those present: kits (8)

Roy & Sue Thomas Robin Hood 2B

Paul & Maria Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Paul Spurgeon Westfield

Dominic & Dave Westfield

Stuart Mackey Westfield Cosworth

Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

Rae & Caroline Herries 289 Cobra

Michael & Lorraine Shearing Luego Viento

 

Tin top

Martin Pidd

Andy Petrie & Michaela

Fran & Claire Zbrozek

Neil Brown

Stuart and Beryl

John & Sue Leamon

 

 

Apologises.

Steve Nicholls Westfield

Bob Rowell Robin Hood 2B

Dave & Sarah GTS Panther

Paul Thomson Robin Hood 2B

October at Diss

Wow what a great day.

Firstly our meeting attended by 21 member’s in 18 kit cars followed by a short drive to the Norfolk & Suffolk Westfield owners meeting at Thornham Magna.

We had another new member attend (sorry I’ve forgotten your name) who owns a Tiger E1 which is off the road at the moment while it’s being improved.

And Steve Marrigan showed his Tiger Avon for the first time.

We also had two guests in the way of Michelle and Sam both professional photographers. They took several pictures of Bob’s 2B, Paul Taylor’s 2B, Paul Surgeon’s Westfield and my Luego. These will be added to there portfolio to be used to get them into the kit car world. In return we will receive copies of the pictures on a disk. I look forward to seeing the results.

However the day did have a few downers as well. I arrived late due to the road I travel to Diss on, being blocked. The Hotel was holding a wedding show and subsequently the car park and hotel for that matter was chocker block full. This meant a lot of us couldn’t find a parking space and some had to leave their cars in the public car park next door. Also due to the wedding show we were not provided with a room to hold our meeting, although this was short this month it had to be held in the main bar area.

Also while travelling to the Westfield meet Paul Taylor and Bob took a more scenic route and encountered a problem. While travelling down a small road with a raise centre the plough as it’s been described before on Paul’s car did as its title and ploughed up silt and stones from the road into his engine bay. This caused the cam belt to jump a tooth or two and break the cam belt tensioner in the process.

They spent the next 90 minutes by the road side getting the car to run again and luckily enough Paul managed to drive the car home.

   

      

          

    

 

 

 

Those present: kits (18)

Roy & sue Thomas Robin Hood 2B

Bob Rowell Robin Hood 2B

Paul Thomson Robin Hood 2B

Paul Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Steve & Catherine Valentine Tiger E1

Steve Marrigan Tiger Avon

Paul Spurgeon Westfield

Dave & Sarah GTS Panther

Mike Brown Robin Hood Hood

Steve Keay Westfield V8

Richard Thornton Westfield V8

Dave Watson Westfield

Dominic Westfield

Stuart Mackey Westfield Cosworth

Steve Nicholls Westfield

Graham Dockerill Robin Hood 2B

Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

 

Tin top

Sorry I’ve forgot your name. New chap with a Tiger E1.

Apologises

Andy Petrie

Mike Shearing

Stef & Fran Zbrozec

John & Sue Leamon

 

September at Diss

 

Thank you to all of you that attended this month

 

Hot Rod show

There was a Hot rod car show held at High lodge (between Thetford and Brandon) Five of us in four cars went over for a look.

There were a lot of very interesting cars on show.

 

Bury Retro Ford club.

To celebrate Bury Retro Car Clubs 2nd Birthday, they are hosting an OPEN NIGHT, for all makes and models and both Clubs and Individuals alike.
New green centre, New green avenue, Thurston, nr bury St Edmunds IP31 3TG

 

Westfield meeting.

 Next local area meet will be on Tuesday 16^th September at the Old Ram, Tivetshall st Mary.NR15 2DE.

 Paul has made the start time 18:45 in case you do not want to stay too late in the darker evening.

 

 

Mile of triumphs. Saturday 20^th September

This is a classic car show at broad farm Fleggburgh (Acle to Caister road) NR29 3AF £5 entry fee.

Those going will meet at the large entrance area of Broad farm @ 10.30.

I will follow on later dependant of the weather.

 

Christmas meal. I’m taking names for the meal.

I have  booked our club Christmas lunch for the 21st December. This will consist of a three course meal, followed by coffee and mince pies. This is priced at £17.95 each.

The Menu and booking forms are to follow.

The Next meeting will be 12th October

 

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (14)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Richard Strike& Daughter Luego Velocity XT

Paul & Maria Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Neil Brown Robin Hood S7

Graham Dockerill Robin Hood 2B

Sue & Roy Thomas Dooster

Stuart Gillespie MNR Vortx

Paul Spurgeon Westfield

Dave Jones Banham Sprite

Mike Shearing Luego Viento V8

Dominic Westfield

Paul Thompson Robin Hood 2B

Steve Nicholls Westfield

Martyn Jordan Westfield

 

 

Tin tops (3)

 

Steve Caley

 

 

Apologises

Bob Rowell Robin Hood 2B

Fran & Stephan Robin Hood 2B

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield

 

 

 

July at Diss.

What a day wow. There were so many new cars and there owners.

There was Trevor in a pilgrim boxer, Dave in a Banham sprite, Stuart in a MNR,

Mike in his excellent lotus 11 replica.Colin in a Robin Hood Lightweight, Steve in his newly brought Westfield V8 and Another Steve in a Westfield.

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

Please remember

August Meeting is off.

 

Next Diss meet is the 14^th September

 

I may be at the kit car show at Stafford this weekend, but the weekend meet will still go ahead.

 

Kimbolton castle classic 20^th July

I have 12 tickets for this event. Entrance is £5 for charity.

Those wishing to go we will be Leaving Thetford at 08.00, Newmarket services (CB8 0) 09.00

 

Treasure Hunt 27^th July

 

This will be starting at the Park Hotel Diss at 11.00. It’s about 20 - 25 miles long around the Diss area.

It will take an estimated time of 1.15min -1.30min.

 

 

Helmingham hall classic 3^rd August

Tickets need to be applied for in advance. (Check the web site for more details) I won’t be attending this year but may

I suggest those going meet up at Stonham barns and leave there at 09.00. This way

You will be parked together as a group. Let me know if you need a map to find Stonham barns.

 

Peterborough kit car show 9^th 10^th August

 

I will be going Sunday morning (due to my holiday). Those wishing to join me need to be at the little chef(PE34 3LW)

on the A47/A17 junction in west Lynn for 09.00

 

Knebworth Park Classic car show. 24^th /25^th August

 

I will be going Sunday.

I will be Leaving Thetford at 08.00, Newmarket services (CB8 0XG) 09.00

 

 

Gala day 31^st August

 

Meeting at 09.00 at Bawburgh. Leaving no later than 09.30.

 

Directions as follows: A47 Southern bypass toward Swaffham, take the exit B1108 towards Watton.

Top of the slip road, Turn left towards Watton/Hingham, after 300 meters turn right onto Stockhill.

(Signed Bawburgh) Follow the road for approximately 1 Mile, You will see a red phone box on the right then

 immediately a hump back bridge, cross the bridge and follow the road around to the left and stop. This junction joins Stockhill, New road and Harts lane.

Mildenhall car show 6^th September

 

Those going will have to be outside the main gate between 09.00-10.00.

Please meet at the Little chef just off the five ways round-a-bout at Barton mills at 09.00 and then travel together to the event.

 

Only those ten that have told me they wish to attend and have supplied me with their details will be allowed into the base by the military police.

 

 

Stafford Kit Car Show 13/14^th September

 

As before this clashes with our Diss meeting.

 Bingley Hall Staffordshire County Showground Weston Road Stafford, ST18 0BD

My plan if the weather looks promising is to go to the show on the Saturday morning and camp over.  Returning home on the Sunday afternoon.

This show is a long way compared with most of the other shows so I plan to leave Thetford at 07.00 and Newmarket at 08.00.

Contact me if you are thinking about going to this one as I may well not go if the weather doesn’t look promising.

 

 

 

Web address stickers

Larger stickers 36mm high.

 

 I have to order some larger stickers for some members does any one else want any while I’m ordering?

They are approximately £1.50 each dependant on the number ordered.

 

I have the smaller stickers. They are 50p each if you would like one. They are available in Silver or Black.

 

Club Banner

We now have our very nice club banner. Thanks very much to Sue.

 

 

Freelance Graphic Design

Sarah Carter one of our members is a graphic designer and has designed a designer label for Daves GTS.

Sarah is available to provide one off designed labels for your car.

 

Sarah can be contacted on 01945 773147. Or you can speak to her at one of our event.

 

 

 

Our next Diss meeting is September 14^th

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (20)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Richard Strike& Daughter Luego Velocity XT

Paul Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Bob Rowell Robin Hood 2B

Neil Brown Robin Hood S7

Graham Dockerill Robin Hood 2B

Mike Brain Robin Hood Hood

Gerry Cole Robin Hood 2B  

Colin Pope & Son Robin Hood light weight

Fran & Stephan Robin Hood 2B

David (Flak monkey) & Sarah GTS Panther

Sue & Roy Thomas Austin 10/4

Trevor & Sid Willats Pilgrim Boxer

Mike & Christina Wilkins Lotus 11 replica

Stuart Gillespie & son MNR Vortx

Steve V8 Westfield

Steve Potter Westfield

Dave Dawson Westfield

Paul Spurgeon Westfield

Dave Jones Banham Sprite

 

Tin tops (3)

 

Maria & Nicola Taylor

Anita Gillespie & Daughter

Steve Caley

Brenda Brown and grand children

 

 

Apologises

 

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield

Mike Shearing Luego Viento V8

Matthew Clarey MK

Gary Renouf Luego Velocity XT

Dominic Westfield

Paul Thompson Robin Hood 2B

Steve Nicholls Westfield

 

 

One of the youngest club members enjoying herself.

One of the graphic on Dave Jones's Sprite

Are my briefings really this boring?

Evidence that Gerry does attend some meetings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We had another meeting where the weather was on our side. It has been raining every day for about a week and today it got out really hot and sunny.

Thanks to all those that made the effort to attend. It was nice to see you all. It was great to see Dave Jenkins again and Paul’s friend who brought his 1962 series one E type Jaguar. This car has been lightened in every way for racing it weighs in at 1000 kgs and has over 400 BHP.

 

 

 

Newark Kit car Show 21^st/22^nd

It would appear that most will be going either on Saturday or Sunday.

I will organize a convoy for Saturday morning staying at the show until Sunday afternoon.

I will arrange a meeting point at King’s Lynn for 09.00

 

Treasure Hunt 27^th July

I had a poor response to this event only 5 that wanted to do it. This is now 6.

I will invite the Westfield owners club and we will do the hunt on the 27^th July.

 

Karting TBA

I asked if there was any interest in doing a Karting event one morning or afternoon.

There was a lot of interest so I will look into prices and locations Beccles and Red lodge looked to be favourite.

Maybe this would be a good event to do at the end of the season (Oct/Nov?)

 

Coast run TBA

Bob has arranged two brilliant coast runs for us in the past and he has another waiting for us to do. I will look at what dates we have spare and ask who would like to attend.

 

RAF Mildenhall 6^th September

I have ten names for this one. Those attending will have to supply some details closer the time to the military police. I will collect these details and forward them to the police. On the day they will ask to see TAX discs before allowing entry to the base.

 

Helmingham hall classic 3^rd August

I handed out some blank application forms for this event. Tickets need to be applied for in advance. (Check the web site for more details)

 

Banner/ Flag

 Sue is working on making the banner.

 

Web address stickers

I now have the stickers. They are 50p each if you would like one. They are available in Silver or Black. And selling like hot cakes.

 

 

 

Shipdham flying club

No reply as yet

 

 

Our next Diss meeting is July 13^th

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (11)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Paul Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Paul Thompson Robin Hood 2B

Bob Rowell Robin Hood 2B

Neil Brown S7

Graham Dockerill Robin Hood 2B

David (Flak monkey) & Sarah GTS Panther

Mike Shearing Luego Viento V8

Gary Renouf & son Luego Velocity XT

Mike Brain Robin Hood Hood

David Jenkins Locost

 

Special

 

Phil Judd 1962 Series 1 E type Jaguar in racing trim.

 

 

Tin tops (3)

 

Steve Nicholls

Fran & Stef Zbrozek

Lee Waddingham

Steve caley

 

Apologises

Geoff Wilkins

Andy Petrie & Michaela

Sue & Roy Thomas

 

 

  

 

 

Banner/ Flag

I have purchased a 4 Mtr telescopic poles. Sue has purchased the material and are working on making the banner.

 

Web address stickers

I have ordered the stickers.

 

 

Camping at East Runton 16/17th May

11 of us from this club in six kit cars are joining several from the SG7 Kit Car club and going camping next weekend 16/17^Th at East Runton.

 

The plan is as follows:

 

Friday evening a barbeque (bring something to cook).

 

Saturday morning a visit to Weybourne military Museum

 

 The Red Hart pub for lunch

 

 A drive up to Blakeney, and then drive along coast road back to Cromer (we can all do our own thing of course, if people want to stop in Blakeney or somewhere else along the way, that is up to the individual) then to meet up on the cliff top car park in Cromer.    Perhaps get some chips....

 

Then eventually back to the camp site for a few drinks

 

Sunday has nothing arranged?  Just a lazy day packing up and trundling off home.

 

If you would like to join us for the weekend you are more than welcome.

You will however have to contact the Manor farm campsite and book yourself a pitch (hopefully some are still available).http://www.manorfarmcaravansite.co.uk/

 

 

If you would like to join us for Saturday you are more than welcome just let me know and I can give you more details.

 

 

Shipdham flying club

 

John Waterman one of our members from RHOCAR days is now the membership secretary of the Shipdham flying club and a half owner of a Cessna plane.

 John has made a suggestion; it is to invite the East Anglian Kit Car club, Rhocar, and any other kit car club (including family members). To hold a meet at Shipdham flying club.  In turn he will provide a chance for anyone to give gliding and or powered flying a go.
They have a small cafe, and can provide a BBQ for little refreshments.  There is ample room to park plenty of cars.

Most thought it to be a good idea.

 I will get back to John and let him know we are interested.

 

Treasure hunt

 

We have atreasure hunt route planned I will shortly be sending out an email with some date to choose from as to when we should do the hunt.

 

Westfield meet

 

The next Norfolk & Suffolk westfield meet is on Tuesday 20th at The Old Ram, Tivetshall St Mary everyone is made welcome.

 

 

Our next Diss meeting is June 8^th

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (21)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Paul Taylor& Dave Johnston Robin Hood 2B

Paul Thompson Robin Hood 2B

Bob Rowell Robin Hood 2B 

Neil Brown S7

Sue & Roy Thomas Dooster

Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

Graham Dockerill Robin Hood 2B

David (Flak monkey) GTS Panther

Mike Shearing Luego Viento V8

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield SEIW

Gary Renouf Luego Velocity XT

Phil Ringwood Dax Tojeiro Cobra

Paul Copeman & Lorna Westfield

Paul Spurgeon Westfield

Paul Howlett Robin Hood 2B

Steve Keay Westfield

Trevor Westfield V8

Jeremy and son Westfield

John & Sue Leamon Westfield

Derek Westfield

 

Tin tops (3)

Taz surfleet

Dave FJ

Lee Waddingham (or did he get there it the Cobra?)

 

Apologises

Stuart Davey

Steve Nicholls

Dominic

Matthew Clarey

Dave FJ

Fran & Stef Zbrozek

Jamie Osler

Thank you to all that made the meeting today.

I had the thought that I wouldn’t be seeing many cars today due to the weather forecast and few that had already informed me that they wouldn’t be present, so I was suitably impressed when we had nine kits present.

And again the weather forecast wasn’t to close to the truth we had a lovely sunny day all the time we were at Diss.

I did decide to take a detour home and did hit some heavy rain before I got home, all adds to the funJ.

 

It was nice to meet another new face that of Lee Waddingham. Lee has a sierra all stripped down in his garage waiting for his build. At present he is planning to build an MK fitted with a Zetec engine.

 

Detling Kit Car show

Six of us in five kits drove to Detling for a day of fun. There were a few little problems along the way but all ended well.

 

Stoneleigh kit Car Show

 

Stoneleigh Is the next Kit car show on the 4/5^th May

A few of us will be travelling to the show on the Sunday morning and camping over. All are welcome to joins us either just for the convoy, the day or the whole weekend.

We will be leaving Thetford at 08.00, Newmarket 09.45.

 

I handed out the events list for 2008 it’s a bit late but better late than never.

I explained that a lot of event organizer require to know how many will be attend their event. The handouts are written so they explain how much an event will cost or not and when I need to know by if you do require to attend.

 

August meeting.

Our august meeting clashes with the new kit car show at Peterborough. It was suggested that I hold the meeting at the Peterborough show.  I have kept the hotel booking for now. If enough members still want to meet at Diss on August 10^th I will keep the booking. Please let me know, otherwise the booking will be cancelled.

 

Banner/ Flag

I had intended to purchase a plain banner flag and pole, but when I went to purchase it I found that they didn’t sell the banner flags in yellow our required colour, but they do sell flags in yellow. It was a agreed that I should purchase a yellow flag.

 

Web address stickers

I purchased two roll bars stickers (See picture) these were thought by some to be too small and others to be ok. The plan is to buy forty of them 20 in Black and 20 in Silver.

 

Our next Diss meeting is 11^th May

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (12)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Paul & Maria Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Paul Thompson Robin Hood 2B

Fran & Stef Zbrozek Robin Hood 2B

Steve Nichol Westfield SE

Neil Brown S7

Sue & Roy Thomas Dooster

Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

Graham Dockerill Robin Hood 2B

 

Tin tops (1)

Lee Waddingham

 

 

 

Apologises

David (Flak monkey)

Steve Merrigan

Gerry Cole

Mike Shearing

Andy Petrie & Michaela

Gary Renouf

 

Thanks to those that came to the meeting at Diss. This was our first meeting of 2008.

Not the best of weather with a keen wind and the odd shower, later developing into hale storms, but most stayed dry until they returned home. It was nice to see 12 kit cars an MGB and an Austin 7,and some new faces. 

I had intended to handout sheets to those present, showing them what was planed for the year ahead unfortunately my printer packed up and the replacement didn't arrive in time

I'll hand these out next month.

 

Not a lot happening until next month.

Detling Kit Car show is on the 12^th April. Five members expressed an interest to travel to the show in convoy in kit cars.

The meeting points are at Thetford Texaco services (IP24 1QN) at 08.00

Newmarket BP services (CB8 0XG) at 08.30-08.45. Then we will follow the A11/M25/M20 hopefully arriving at Detling at 10.00.

Our next Diss meeting is on the 13^th April at the Park Hotel Diss.

August meeting.

Our august meeting clashes with the new kit car show at Peterborough, I therefore asked the park Hotel if we could have our meeting the following week on the 17^th,unfortunately they can’t fit us in that Sunday. Those members present decided that we wouldn’t have an August meeting because most of us will be at Peterborough.

However I have kept the booking for now. If enough members still want to meet at Diss on August 10^th I will keep the booking. Please let me know, otherwise the booking will be cancelled.

 

Banner

I will purchase a plain banner and pole in the near future and Sue has kindly volunteered to sew on some letters for our club banner. Thanks Sue.

 

After the meeting at Diss several of us took a trip to the Norfolk/Suffolk Westfield owners meeting at Tivetshall St Mary where there were 11 kit cars present six of them being Westfield’s.

 

Great day I look forward to the next.

 

 

 

 

 

 

westfield meeting

 

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (12)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Paul & Maria Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Mike Shearing Luego Viento

Paul Thompson Robin Hood 2B

Fran & Stef Zbrozek Robin Hood 2B

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield

David (Flak monkey) & Matt C GTS Panther

Gary Renouf Luego Velocity XT

Steve Nichol Westfield SE

Dominic Westfield

Paul Spurgeon Westfield

Dave Watson Westfield

 

Others (2)

Sue & Roy Thomas Austin 7

Xflow 57                    MGB

 

Tin tops (2)

Stuart Davey

Bob Rowell

 

Apologises

Neil Brown

Richard Smith

Gerry Cole

 

 

 

A good time was had by all at the now annual Christmas lunch.

Much of the fun was made by the projectile balloons.

I would like to thank all of you for your support over the year.

See you all in March.

Happy Christmas and a prosperous

New year to all

 

 

Thanks to those that came to the meeting at Diss.

Shame about the weather, most left home in the rain so some choose to attend in the tin tops.

The weather did improve for a bit but then choose to rain again then rained all day.

Oh well we had a good chat in the bar and then in the function room.

Roll on next season. 

 

 

 

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (6)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Paul & Maria Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Mike Shearing Luego Viento

Sue & Roy Thomas Robin Hood 2B

Paul Thompson Robin Hood 2B

Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

David (Flak monkey) GTS Panther

 

Tin tops (6)

Neil Brown

Stuart Davey & Son in law

Fran & Stef Zbrozek

Sue & John Leamen

Bob Rowell

Andy Petrie & Michaela

 

 

 

 

Apologises

Gerry Cole

Jeff Wilkins

Melvin (Rusty Nuts)

 

 

Thanks to those that came to the meeting at Diss.

 

I must say I was gob smacked with the amount of cars that attended today.

There were some very impressive cars indeed. Sorry to those that I only got part of you name and for what

was total disorganization. I had expected about 15 cars and had planned as such. The planned room wasn’t

 large enough to house us all so the bar had to do.

 

The plan for the new club is:

The website name has been changed accordingly to The East Anglian Kit Car Club.

I will soon sort a domain name to suit. I also intend to get some stickers made to display the club name on

our cars on the inside of the windscreen or Roll bar or both.

The plan is to also get a flag/banner of some description when finances allow.

 

 

 

The meeting was followed by a trip to the Norfolk/Suffolk Westfield owners meeting which is held in most

suitable surroundings. Thanks to them for the invite.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

Christmas

 

We now have twenty two booked for the Meal on the 2nd December.

We have voted to go for the plated menu, which I will send out via e mail to all those that are attending.

Once you have all selected your choices I will compile a list for the Park hotel.

Full Payment (£16.95 per person) for the meal needs to be received by the hotel no later than the 23 November.

As we are meeting there again on the 11th November that may be a good time to pay.

 

Those present

 

Kits (21)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Fran & Stef Zbrozek Robin Hood 2B

Paul & Maria Taylor Robin Hood 2B

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield

Mike Shearing Luego Viento

Graham Dockerill Robin Hood 2B

Sue & Roy Thomas Robin Hood 2B

Paul Thompson Robin Hood 2B

Bob Rowell Robin Hood 2B

Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

Mike Gould (Wild Westy) Westfield

Razman Aeon

Paul Spurgeon Westfield

Sue & John Leamon Westfield

David Jenkins Locost

David (Flak monkey) GTS Panther

Jeff Wilkins Luego Viento

Melvin (Rusty Nuts) Locost

Tankerman Westfield

Steve Nicholls Westfield

Steve ? & Wife? Tiger E1

 

Tin tops (2)

Neil Brown

Stuart Davey & friends

Calvin Marshall

 

 

 

Apologises

Gerry Cole

September at Diss

 

Thanks to those that came to the meeting at Diss.

An impressive eleven kits present.

It was very nice to meet Jonathon and jack in the V8 powered 2B.

Sorry no pictures this month.

 

Norfolk Police gala day 2^nd September

 

Thanks to those that attended on the 2^nd we had eight cars present and a lot of interest in our cars and possibly a couple of future builders.

 

Donington Kit car show 15^th/16^th September

We have three kits going to the show. If anyone wants to join us we are leaving Newmarket services at 10.00 on Saturday 15^th.

 

Mile of triumphs 22^nd September

This event is all weekend but we have decided to just attend on the Saturday.

Saturday is a Classic car show.

The event takes place at broad farm caravan park Fleggburgh on the A1064 Acle to Caister road.

The plan is to meet at the Postwick Park and ride on the east of Norwich on the A47and then travel to Roy’s to view his Hot Rod before headed of to the show at Fleggburgh.

Meeting time to be confirmed.

 

Duxford 30^th September

We have three cars attending a classic car show at Duxford.

This event is planned between the SG7 group and the Herts TVR owners

Anyone wishing to attend needs to let me know ASAP so I can let Helen and John know our intended numbers.

 

Christmas

 

Easthoods

I have asked for the same arrangement as last year (Christmas style Carvery, sweet, coffee and mince pies.

This will be held on the 2^nd December at lunch time. I was unable to get a price form Cat (the new owner of the park)

She is going to send me a letter with the price. I will let you know as soon as I know.

I have eighteen names so far.

 

SG7

The SG7 meal is on the 9^th of December at 4pm.

I have Eight names for this so far with another two possibles.

A deposit of £5 needs to be paid by November the 4^th to Helen at the SG7 group.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (11)

 

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Neil Brown S7

Fran & Stef Zbrozek 2B

Paul & Nicola Taylor 2B

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield

Mike & Lorraine Shearing Luego Viento

Graham Dockerill 2B

Sue & Roy Thomas 2B

Paul Thompson 2B

Jonathon Kavanagh 2B V8

 

Tin tops (0)

 

 

 

Apologises

Bob Rowell 2B

Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

August at Diss

 

Thanks to those that came to the meeting at Diss.

Not the best of meetings despite the weather being good.

Firstly my car is off the road temporarily which obviously puts a damper on

things for me.

The treasure hunt had been organized for today and only two of us wished

to participate,So we decided that it wasn’t worth just two members doing it,

the idea was put on hold for another day.

 

Knebworth annual classic  motor show 26/27 August

 

This show is held over two days we are planning to go on Sunday 26^th.

Meeting points at Thetford 08.00 and Newmarket 08.30 as normal.

The price for entry is £8 unless you pre-booked your tickets

 

Norfolk Police gala day 2^nd September

 

Meeting at the travel inn adjacent to the show ground at 08.30 leaving for the

show ground at 08.45

 

Duxford

There is a car show at Duxford next Sunday that some in the club were thinking

of attending; however this is not one of the visits planned by the SG7 group.

SG7 date for visiting Duxford is: 30^th September

 

The Park Hotel

 

The Hotel is under going some impressive changes. I spoke to Pam the on duty

manageress and she says that our agreement with the hotel reference a free room

for our meetings looks to remain in place.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (7)

 

Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

Neil Brown S7

Stef Zbrozek 2B

Paul & Maria Taylor 2B

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield

Mike Shearing Luego Viento

Graham Dockerill 2B

 

Tin tops (3)

Martin Pidd

Steve Caley

Stuart Davey & friends

 

 

 

Apologises

Sue & Roy Thomas 2B

Bob Rowell 2B

Paul Thompson 2B

 

 

July at Diss

Thanks to those that came to the meeting at Diss.

Another great day we had twelve kits present. (Our top attendance this year)

Who ordered the sun? Please order some more for the next two weekends.

It was nice to meet Chris and David who attended in Chris’s S7

 

The Park Hotel

The hotel is now under new ownership some might say good!

I was told that things wouldn’t be changing yet? , but was told this on about five

occasions, so I wonder what is going to change.

Stop giving us a free meeting room maybe.

Stop giving us a special menu.

I think we should wait and see what is said over the next couple of months and

then act accordingly.

 

 

 

Kimbolton Classic 15^th July (Next Sunday)

Starting at Thetford At 08.00

Newmarket at 08.30

Kimbolton at around 09.45.

I have six names for this event and 2 spare tickets.

If you would like to attend this event please let me know.

 

Totalkitcar live 22^nd July at Snetterton.

 

Helmingham hall festival of classics 5^th August.

Meeting at stowupland garage this is on the A1120.

 Leaving the garage at 09.00

 

Duxford (Is anyone interested ion this???)

The Imperial War Museum Duxford is holding a Classic Car & Motorbike

Show on Sunday 19th August, which will give you the opportunity to

meet other clubs as well your own members. Admission will be £9

per person, and includes access to the whole of Europe's largest

aviation museum as well as an exclusive club area.

 

Next meeting at Diss 12^th August

The Meeting will take place as normal and be followed by the treasure hunt,

prepared by Andy Petrie.

Please don’t be put off attending we won’t force anyone to do the hunt that

doesn’t want to.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Those present

 

Kits (12)

 

Paul & Nicola Taylor 2B

Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

Neil Brown S7

Fran & Stef Zbrozek 2B

Martin Pidd Luego Velocity XT

Andy Petrie & Michaela Westfield

Mike Shearing Luego Viento

Paul Thompson 2B

Chris Shackle & David S7

Sue & Roy Thomas 2B

Graham Dockerill 2B

Gerry Cole 2B

 

Tin tops (0)

 

Apologises

Bob Rowell

Gerry Kemp  

May at Diss

Thank you to all of you that turned up today.

The rain and forecast of heavy rain during the day had stopped some from using their kit cars me included.

Even so, we still managed six sevens in the car park.One of them being Andy's new westy (this one must come out in the rain) 

I'll get some good pictures of it on a nice day.

 

 

 

June.

2^nd Totalkitcar live Brands hatch

3^rd Swaffham fun day.

3^rd Norwich classic vehicle show

3^rd SG7 group meet

8th/9th/10th Littleport camping for those that are going

10^th Area meet at Diss.

 

I may attend Brands dependant on the weather and how my car is running.

I would like to know what members would prefer to do on the 3^rd we have a choice.

I’m attending the camping at Littleport going Friday returning Saturday evening.

 

Those present

Kits

Graham Dockerill 2B, Bob Rowell 2B,  Sue & Roy Thomas 2B 

Mike Shearing Luego Viento, Richard Strike Luego Velocity XT

 AndyPetrie & Michaela Westfield,

 

Tin tops

Martin Pidd, Fran Zbrozek , Neil Brown, Gerry Kemp, Maria & Paul Taylor. 

 

Apologises