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Website now up and running http://www.donington4x4show.co.uk/index.htm Brendan ___________

Well designed and made brackets :thumbup: Any problems sourcing rectangular tube to fit into the roof bars? Brendan

The Donnington 4x4 show is back! The original ones were orgainised by David Round before TOR got involved David Round is now doing the Donnington 4x4 show again on 17th Feb 2013. Website not up and running yet. Another show down 'Sarf' but not in the deep 'Sarf' Brendan

As far as we are concerned it is the southern end of the M1 :lol: Only advantage to us it is one or two junctions closer then the Billing Aquadrome junction. We could do with more decent shows up north. Sorry can not do anything about the date. Brendan

Adventure Overland Show 6/7th Oct is a new show aimed at overland travel, be it by 4x4, 6x6 or two wheel vehicles be they motorised or human powered. Website can be found HERE The seminar list looks interesting. It is being held at the National Karting Centre, Whilto Locks, nr Daventry...

Most of the open countryside in the Peak District comes under the management/control of the Peak District National Park under the various access agreements with the actual landowners. As such wild camping will be prohibited. If you want to really wild camp in the Peak District, best to walk...

Metal or plastic? Most common sizes are 25, 40 and 50 mm Just remember the thickness of the webbing is important for the cam lock to work properly Plenty of cam straps on eBay, other possible sources are handy straps. HTH Brendan

An Autohome Airtop rooftent was stolen last night in West Yorkshire. The Airtop has a white shell with grey/carbon fabric. The Airtop was stolen by using a bolt cutter to cut through the U bolts. There are a couple of distinctive features about this rooftent. So if you hear about a roof tent...

Working at heights, THINK & BREATHE SAFETY! When working on various Victorian properties off ladders I used to insert an eyebolt in the brickwork and secure the ladder. Scaffolders routinely insert a ring bolt through which they pass one of the scaffold poles. Working off tall towers I would...

That airstrip is a great little airstrip. It does NOT NEED to have a long runway. The airstrip is at or above the normal ceiling height of small aircraft. Fly up the valley and approach air strip then apply FULL power to go higher then the cliff, land on the airstrip and cut power, no real...

A few comments, make of them what you will 1) Third photo is date stamped 01/01/2009 2) Looking at that photo it appears to me that the crack does extend onto the roof 3) Looking at the shape of the top shell it does appear to be an old design to me. 4) Whereas current price might be...

Or just get a PTO centre winch. Much quicker and easier! Brendan

Hi Chris, when I use our winches it is normally for self recovery. We travel as a solo vehicle quite a lot and then you are totally self reliant. Mobile phones etc are not much good when you are out of signal and nearest house is at least 200 miles away! I do not like P and P because of...

People turning up at P and P sites (which I personally dislike) with a rope wrapped around front bumper are not showing respect to their gear. UV exposure, exposure to dirt, damage from flying debris etc. Show respect to your gear and it will serve you better. At p and p sites no NEED for a...

Have two Warn 9.5XP on our red 110 and they are good. Have used them to pull out vehicles with cheaper winches fitted which have failed! The 8274 has been made for 38 years now so it is hardly surprising some have been rebuilt! When people start talking about winches, my first question is do...

Re: Re: UK unemployment hits 16 year high Hmmmmmmm now what would the EU say to such an idea? Population of 500 million + who have the legal right to go and live anywhere within the EU without any language/skill/criminal record test etc Brendan

Interestingly no technical details whatsoever. Yes they are a rip off the Autohome range of tents. Yes you can save a few £ by buying an unknown quantity. Auto home have built their reputation on quality and innovative design over 50+ years. Brendan

News from Sam Watson So put date in your diary Brendan

Yesterday spent an enjoyable day sorting out the second navigational scatter for the YOG weekend. The navigational scatters are tarmac based so are suitable for shiney vehicles although a small amount of walking may be required. Some clues may require a bit of back tracking etc, but all clues...

For people who want to attend and wish to camp the nearby local campsite is Cherry Tree Barn Campsite in Nawton. Details can be found HERE Number of electric hook ups are limited. Tents/caravans £10/night. With electric hook up £12/night Contact number 01439 771603, Cherry Tree Barn...

The Airtop is available with a White shell and is about £200 less then the Black Storm Airtop Brendan

The idea for the Yorkshire Overland Gathering come from conversations with various people interested in overland travel The Yorkshire Overland Gathering will be a gathering where overlanders can meet the people behind 4 x4 Overlander, Mudstuff and Trek Overland. It is being hosted by Trek...

Jon has given a very comprehensive description of an Airtop :clap: A couple of small points. When putting the roof tent away for a long time i.e. over winter ensure that the mattress is bone dry. Or put mattress in spare room so it is well aired. The rubber catches are not suitable for...

Roof racks weigh between say 30- 50kg and cost in the range of £500-1200 Roof bars will weigh a few kg and cost about £100 each If you want to carry a roof tent plus gear on your roof consider roof bars under the roof tents plus a couple of bars with a basket on. Brendan

I think it depends on lots of things like how quickly and truthfully you respond. If they can not read your writing, do it in purple ink they have discretion not to offer you the course. It is not a legal entitlement to take course but at police discretion. West Yorks police are quite happy...

:violin: Cheeky git :violin: Mine cost me £75 instead of three points and £60 Brendan

Someone asked a question about speed limits for 'large 4x4s' Instructor was surprised I knew about the differences in speed limits for 4 x 4s taxed as N1 or M1 :D If you do not know the difference, do a little bit of research :P Brendan

Well I attended a speed awareness course yesterday :oops: Yes Defenders can break the speed limit as well as Landcruisers :P Brendan

Whereabouts near Boab? We go there quite often to see Chris and TJ whilst picking up stock. 35 in a 30? I thought you got 10% + 2mph leeway. Speedo are only accurate to 10% Now if THEY are argue speed cameras are SAFETY cameras why don't they operate them full time? Cost of operating speed...

Lots of gantrys on M1 around J25 area. I believe that until recently they were not activated. I think they got activated about 6 months ago? Guess who is going on a speed awareness course tomorrow :whistle: 50 in a 40 zone. Camera about 200 metres from 60 down to 40 sign, downhill. Me not...

Just received this email Over to you to decide if you lobby your MP Brendan

I have tried various compressors over the years. Personally I would not bother with cheapo ones. Yes have tried them, they might be OK for small tyres, however we run 255/85/16 tyres. The Viair 400P have but I do not think it is as good as the ARB one that we have.. However our engine...

PM sent Andre Brendan

Just a heads up, that the second Overland Show will be held on 12th Feb 2012 at Warwickshire Exhibition Centre. Stick the date in your diary. Brendan PS Website not up and running yet

Some photos for you to consider. Long Range Fuel Tank Water tank for foot well Or can have just a LH or RH one Any questions please ask Brendan

LED Inspection Light/torch with magnetic base or hanging hook/stand. Complete with both 12v and 240v chargers so can be stored/charged in vehicle RRP £34.99, we can do them for delivered in mainland UK for £30 A new bright LED 1800 lumen worklamp. Cast ali body, CE, IP67 current draw...