The only information I have is here.
If you are interested please use the contact information on the page linked above. Please direct anybody who may be interested to that page. Thank you.
Oily Hand's Life with MGs |
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These cars belonged to a late car club member and I am showing them to help his widow.
The only information I have is here. If you are interested please use the contact information on the page linked above. Please direct anybody who may be interested to that page. Thank you.
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A bittersweet moment as I watched it drive away. My wife loved driving it but we had more cars than needed and it gives some funds to work on the 1971.
It's that time of year again to visit this excellent Victorian pumping station in steam and working as it did all those years ago. We took the 1975 MGB GT up the A19 for a good run to blow the cobwebs out of it and parked in the outer car park. We decided not to display the car as once in the field, getting out can be tricky and as the day was damp & chilly we would probably leave early. Normally this event is packed out, but not this year. Not as many cars as usual and nowhere near the number of spectators. I don't know if it's the ecomomic climate or the weather climate that is putting people off, but they just weren't there. There were still a good variety of cars on show. We strolled round the field for an hour or so and chatted to quite a few people before heading back to the car for a cuppa and bite to eat. After lunch we paid our annual respects to the grand old pumping engine. The sound, or lack of it is amazing, as this machine gracefully pumps water from 200 feet below ground. As the temperature started to drop we decided to head for home and called in the modellers hut on the way out. The jammy beggars had a heater in there so we spent a while in he warm looking at some superb models. We eventually made our way back to the car and had an uneventful trip home. It was an ejoyable day, although cold and quiet
Pam & I spent a pleasant? afternoon fitting new seat foams and webbing to the 1975 MGB GT. It's much more confortable to drive now and even better value as the price is still £1500.
The 75 GT flew through it's MOT today with no advisories. I'm a happy bunny. Once again the tester passed comment on how good it was underneath.
Since I put the 75 GT back on the road, I've been using it daily while the 71 is having alternator problems. We took it to Killhope on Sunday but I didn't take any video but I did have the camera with me yesterday and here's the result. The more I drive this car the better I like it.
A wet & windy Sunday morning saw 6 cars from the Tees Valley MG Owners Club meet at Yarm Station for a run to Killhope Mining Museum, high in the North Pennines. Led by Lloyd & Marjorie in their lovely MGA, we had a drive of some 60 miles through some stunning scenery arriving at Killhope around noon. While the rich ones headed for the cafe, we had sarnies in the car before heading into the museum. Mine tours were part of the deal and we went underground at 1.30 for a great and informative tour.
A great day out despite the weather. The 75 GT ran beautifully. The TA misfire problem is slightly better but not quite there yet but I haven't even looked at the charging problem. Time just seems to run away when I still have to earn a living.
The 71 BGT got jealous and came up with its own charging problem too. Basically it just isn't charging. As this car is my daily driver and it has a couple of other small issues that could do with being dealt with I decided to bring the 75 GT out of hibernation to stand in as my daily driver. After as sharp pain in the wallet, paying for insurance & tax, The 75 saw the road for the first time in about 10 months. It started up straight away and drives like a dream. It will get its first cub run on Sunday. I took the 1976 BGT for an MOT today and it flew through with no advisories. While it was on the ramp I took some pictures. It's rock solid all the way
Four up in the 76 GT. I fitted some lap belts for the rear seats (if you can call them seats) so we could take our grandchildren with us today. They were quite comfortable and really enjoyed the ride. It was a bright sunny day when we met fellow members of the Tees Valley MG Owners Club for a trip to Ryedale Folk Museum in Hutton le Hole. The sun and warmth brought out quite a few members and it was topless driving for all who could. We had to suffer slightly in the enclosed GT but it was worth it. A superb run of around 50 miles took us across the top of the North Yorkshire Moors and there were stunning views for miles around. We arrived at the museum and were given pride of place on the green inside the museum walls. The museum was excellent and there was plenty to see and do to keep young children occupied. Some good chat with friends, picnic lunch and ice cream made a great day. Sadly the weather changed and by mid afternoon it was lashing down with rain, but that couldn't take away the enjoyment.
The GT ran well. In fact it gets better each time I use it which just goes to show, they are better driven than sitting about. Thanks to Mal & Mary for organising the day. |
AuthorHi, I'm Owen and I've been having fun with MGs since 1970, starting with my 1937 MGTA. Since then I've had three Y types and a couple of Z Magnettes. I now have a 1971 MGB GT along with the TA and my wife and I are still having fun Archives
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