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The BritishV8 Pub

general notices, announcements, invitations, & social stuff (like meets & car shows)

rficalora Rob Ficalora Willis, TX (2764 posts) Registered: 10/24/2007 02:46PM Main British Car: '76 MGB w/CB front, Sebring rear, early metal dash Ford 302

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: rficalora Date: May 17, 2012 04:19PM Paul - I'm pretty sure I have a spare ring Paul. It's not one you'll want for the long term - i'm sure it's pitted. But should be good to hold the lenses in till you get home. I'll bring it. When are you heading out from the DFW area? If not till after I get there Sunday (about 12:30) I can get it to you there so you'll have it from the trip from there to Palestine.

mowog1 Rick Ingram Central Illinois (1523 posts) Registered: 10/17/2007 09:36PM Main British Car: 1974.5 MGB/GT 3.9l Rover

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: mowog1 Date: May 17, 2012 05:31PM Carrick will be arriving at Chateau Ingram in an hour or so...we'll be leaving for BritishV8 tomorrow morning (Friday). Overnighting between Memphis and Little Rock Friday night and anticipate an early afternoon arrival in Shreveport on Saturday. Breakfast on Sunday? Don't know the area and it's not that far of a drive to Palestine...so who knows?!

wkube Wayne Kube Lucas, TX (yes, really!) USA (45 posts) Registered: 06/29/2008 02:17PM Main British Car: 1979 MGB Rover 3.9 EFI

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: wkube Date: May 17, 2012 06:29PM Your hosts (Wayne, Jeremy, Nick, Gene) will be leaving the Dallas area on Saturday around noon, getting to Palestine a couple hours later. Ric will be leaving Houston on about the same schedule. Looking forward to seeing the full range of cars. Since the Roadmaster will probably be the cream of the crop, we'll be bringing the other extreme to keep the tables balanced. (Evil Grin) Wayne

kstevusa kelly stevenson Southern Middle Tennessee (985 posts) Registered: 10/25/2007 09:37AM Main British Car: 2003 Jaguar XK8 Coupe 4.2L DOHC/ VVT / 6sp. AT

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: kstevusa Date: May 17, 2012 09:06PM Construction repaving on I 20 SW side of B'ham at Bessemer Al. (2 Miles) There are 2 routes for the detour. Traffic can be slow at times, but should be no problem. we should pass thru Sat. mid AM. Everyone have a SAFE trip.

MGBV8 Carl Floyd Kingsport, TN (4513 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 11:32PM Main British Car: 1979 MGB Buick 215

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: MGBV8 Date: May 17, 2012 09:30PM Thanks, Kelly!

74ls1tr6 Calvin Grannis Elk Grove,CA (1151 posts) Registered: 11/10/2007 10:05AM Main British Car: 74 TR6 / 71 MGB GT TR6/Ls1 71 MGB GT/Ls1

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: 74ls1tr6 Date: May 17, 2012 09:59PM We made it to Wichita Falls 5:30 Pm today without any problems. I like the gas prices here in TX compared to Ca, almost a buck less per gallon. "Wow" that 16 hour run was a killer, the 8 hour run today was alot better. Was trying to draft the semi trucks within reason to help out with gas milelage. So we were getting 9 miles per gal at best. It would have been way better on gas milelage doing this run in the 6. Probably could have run 470 + on 19 gal of gas! Anyway only a 4 hour run to Palestine next leg. May run into Rob out of Dallas Sunday! Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/17/2012 10:04PM by 74ls1tr6.

psmg Paul Schils Fredonia, WI (89 posts) Registered: 12/13/2007 10:27AM Main British Car: 1973 MGB-GT, Buick 215 1971 MGB RD, SBF 302

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: psmg Date: May 17, 2012 10:00PM Rob, Thanks for responding to my "HELP" request. I'll just temporarily fasten the lenses until I get to Palestine.( good ol duct tape) See you there. Drive Safely. Paul

wkube Wayne Kube Lucas, TX (yes, really!) USA (45 posts) Registered: 06/29/2008 02:17PM Main British Car: 1979 MGB Rover 3.9 EFI

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: wkube Date: May 17, 2012 10:36PM We checked on the room situation at the Hampton Inn this afternoon. There *are* still rooms available, just not at the BV8 negotiated rate of $80. However, I suspect if you call the hotel directly, you can probably talk them into the BV8 rate, or at least something lower than standard. What are they going to do, give up a reservation and let the room sit empty? Just saying..... Good to read about the trips inbound. Getting excited! Wayne Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 05/17/2012 10:40PM by wkube.

rficalora Rob Ficalora Willis, TX (2764 posts) Registered: 10/24/2007 02:46PM Main British Car: '76 MGB w/CB front, Sebring rear, early metal dash Ford 302

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: rficalora Date: May 18, 2012 08:22AM Just checked the weather outlook... Shaping up very nice. 0-10% chance of rain; 70 in the mornings; highs in the upper 80's.

jblanchard@hcpg.net Jeb Blanchard Collierville, TN (53 posts) Registered: 12/07/2007 01:01PM Main British Car: 1961 MGA Chevy 4.3 Vortec V-6

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: jblanchard@hcpg.net Date: May 18, 2012 01:42PM I'm having to cancel. I'm having a strange problem with my hydraulic clutch and can find no solution in the short term. You guys have a blast!! Jeb

rficalora Rob Ficalora Willis, TX (2764 posts) Registered: 10/24/2007 02:46PM Main British Car: '76 MGB w/CB front, Sebring rear, early metal dash Ford 302

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: rficalora Date: May 18, 2012 01:48PM That's a bummer Jeb. Was looking forward to meeting you & seeing your car.

BlownMGB-V8 Jim Blackwood 9406 Gunpowder Rd., Florence, KY 41042 (6470 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 12:59PM Main British Car: 1971 MGB Blown,Injected,Intercooled Buick 340/AA80E/JagIRS

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: BlownMGB-V8 Date: May 18, 2012 03:24PM Ken and Katie came in yesterday evening and headed out this morning. We put them up in the guest suite and had a great visit. Mike Moloney, Graham, and Gordon stopped in about 1:00 and had a bowl of chili with us, visited for a bit and were on their way. Safe travels to all, and don't forget, Blackwood Labs is a friendly and hospitable stopping point. Can't always guarantee a pot of chili, but you'll always be welcome. Jim

Bill Young Bill Young Kansas City, MO (1337 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 09:23AM Main British Car: '73 MG Midget V6 , '59 MGA I6 2.8 GM, 4.0 Jeep

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: Bill Young Date: May 18, 2012 04:25PM I can agree that Jim and Edith are quite good hosts. I'm headed out in the morning, stopping to visit relatives tomorrow night and then should arrive in Palestine in the early afternoon in time for curb service!

MGBV8 Carl Floyd Kingsport, TN (4513 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 11:32PM Main British Car: 1979 MGB Buick 215

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: MGBV8 Date: May 18, 2012 06:17PM Quote: Carl, what's the problem with Ol' Red? Just not enough tread left on those tires? Lot's of things. Don't think the Toys have 2000 more miles left, though. Maybe 500-1000 if it doesn't rain. ;)

rficalora Rob Ficalora Willis, TX (2764 posts) Registered: 10/24/2007 02:46PM Main British Car: '76 MGB w/CB front, Sebring rear, early metal dash Ford 302

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: rficalora Date: May 18, 2012 06:23PM Carl, you just baby that car too much ;)

MGBV8 Carl Floyd Kingsport, TN (4513 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 11:32PM Main British Car: 1979 MGB Buick 215

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: MGBV8 Date: May 18, 2012 06:48PM Yeah, we don't get out much. :) Most awesome tires I've ever had. Sure gonna miss 'em.

Bill Young Bill Young Kansas City, MO (1337 posts) Registered: 10/23/2007 09:23AM Main British Car: '73 MG Midget V6 , '59 MGA I6 2.8 GM, 4.0 Jeep

Re: British V8 2012 Posted by: Bill Young Date: May 18, 2012 07:08PM Carl,I wouldn't try to drive through a small puddle on those! That's what the racers call slicks I think. At least the cord isn't showing yet though, so plenty of dry miles left in them.

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