June 2010 w w w. b o v c. c o. u k
club contacts for 2009/2010 PRESIDENT : John Miskelly VICE PRESIDENT : Michael McKay CHAIRMAN : Ken McDevitte 39 Ardmore Park,Finaghy,BT10 0JL Tel: 028 9061 5127 SECRETARY : Sheila Adair 53 Steps Road, Magheralin,BT67 8JZ Tel: 028 9261 1218 TREASURER : Reg Bell 59 Magherahamlet Rd, Ballynahinch, BT24 8JZ Tel: 028 9756 1079 VICE CHAIRMAN : Reg Bell 59 Magherahamlet Rd, Ballynahinch, BT24 8JZ Tel: 028 9756 1079 MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY : Myreve Chambers 102 Glendale Park, Belfast, BT8 6HS Tel: 028 9070 1806 COMMITTEE Sheila Adair, Stanley Bowman, Andrew Carson, Myreve Chambers, Ken Geary, Richard Gregory, Ken McDevitte, Brian McJury, Michael McKay, John Miskelly, Dennis Mitchell, David Kinkaid. AOVC REPRESENTATIVES Sheila Adair, Ken McDevitte, Michael McKay. WEBSITE EDITOR Myreve Chambers, myrevechambers@yahoo.co.uk MAGAZINE EDITOR Michael McKay, 16 Hollymount, Erinvale, BT10 0GL Tel:- 028 90615779 Mob :- 07815435102 Email: classicmichael1@hotmail.co.uk CLUB MEETS ON LAST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH EXCEPT DECEMBER IN RUGBY CLUB, ARDERYS LANE, EDITORS COLUMN Without your support I would not be able to produce a magazine and I thank you for providing articles on club nights, runs and restoration projects etc. Please keep them coming in as there will be space in the September magazine. Deadline for receipt of articles :- 31st August 2010 Whilst the Banbridge Old Vehicle Club limited takes every care as to the accuracy of materials printed in this magazine, it cannot accept any liability in respect of the same. Opinions expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of the Banbridge Old Vehicle Club Limited.
CHAIRMAN S PAGE June is here again and our busy summer activities are in full swing. On a snowy night at the end of March Autoglym came to Banbridge Rugby Club and demonstrated their car care products. Some members availed of favourable prices to buy their favourite products. Our first outing of the summer season The Herron Run, in April allowed us, after leaving Corrs Corner, to visit the Woodside Brothers Classic and exotic car collection at Ballynure. After a short drive we reached Carnfunnock Country Park for our picnic lunch/ walkabout. Further along the Antrim Coast we headed inland to visit Slemish Mountain What a view before passing through Broughshane for our evening meal in Ballymena. A visit to the Titanic Pump House and Dry Dock in April was enlivened by our very witty and extremely knowledgeable tour guide Colin. The engineering skills and capabilities of 100 years ago were evident and were brought home to us in the guided tour and video presentation afterwards. The May Run started Dromore s Civic Week and took us through the countryside to Delamont Country Park for our picnic lunch. From there we followed a spectacular costal drive through Strangford, Ardglass and Tyrella, visiting the Butterfly Farm at Seaforde before finishing with a meal at Spa Golf Club. We even saw a 100 year old Belfast Tram on our Journey!!. Kitty Jim Black s 1910 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost attracted a lot of attention at our Classic Car Display at Sprucefield. 150 other beautiful cars brought smiles to the faces of the large crowd that attended our charity show which raised 1000 for the Northern Ireland Children s Hospice. On the last Tuesday in May we were greeted by Councillor Christopher Stalford, the High Sheriff of Belfast when we had the privilege of a conducted tour of the newly refurbished Belfast City Hall. The magnificent building was seen in all its glory and splendour while our classic cars were parked in the courtyard at the rear. By the time you read this, the Annual Banbridge Cavalcade will have taken place, as will the Bronte Run this year from Hillsborough to the Somme Heritage Centre and on to Donaghadee. Our June club night takes us to Raymond Walls collection where we can view his massive collection of petrol pump globes, enamel signs, badges, lamps, classic cars and vintage trucks etc. a sausage sizzle is included. The annual T.T. Run in July starts near Richill and takes us through the beautiful apple orchard country around Loughgall before a picnic stop at the Palace Stables in Armagh. From there we take a scenic drive to a wonderful viewpoint where we can experience some magnificent views of many counties of Ireland before travelling further to Tandragee for our meal. July is also the perfect time to visit the Rose Gardens in the Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park at Upper Malone Road where we can park our Classic Cars in front of Wilmont House. Our Stanley Woods Run in August starts at the Scrabo Garden Centre finishing with an afternoon at the Co.Down Steam Traction Rally at its new venue in Greyabbey. On the last Tuesday in August we pay a visit to Tom Herron when we will have the Opportunity of seeing his massive collection of automemorabilia, tractors, classic cars, steam engines, model cars and trains and many others. A truly wonderful experience not to be missed. As you can see another full programme of events has been planned for the next few months.my sincere thanks to all who have had any part in organising or assisting with our club events. Please come along and support them with your presence, and your old cars, and enjoy the company of other members of the Banbridge Old Vehicle Club. Ken McDevitte, Chairman
MARSHALLING Memories with Banbridge Old Vehicle Club When the Chairman approached me to put pen to paper and record my memories of Marshalling with Banbridge OVC, I pondered as what to write, but after some thought of all the wonderful people I had the pleasure of meeting with and the great fundays out at the various events, I endeavour to put something together that may stir some memories for others who may also have taken part in some of the events. Shortly after the club was founded and when the official club runs started proper, it soon became clear that the vehicle drivers did not want the bother of maps or route sheets, so we motorcyclists took up the challenge of manning the various turns and road junctions. The early events were the responsibility of Ivan Dennison with his young blond haired (pony tailed) daughter Leanne as pillion, on their 1960-197cc James Captain and myself with my daughter Noleen ( about 10 years old ) on our 1966 175cc B.S.A. Bantam. The first events would have 30-35 vehicles out, Bronte country, Mournes area and Dromara mountains as favourites of the time. The first events were mostly organised and lead by Herbie Heslip closely followed by Johnson Clarke, the club soon increased in numbers and the events became larger and more frequent. Events became established as annual dates ie the Bronte Run, Herron Run, T.T. Run, Stanley Woods Run etc. After a few more years, club members increased and some motor-cyclists became available to help with the marshalling duties, numbers of vehicles out on runs of app 50 60 was not unusual. When the last car passed you at a corner it became quite a job to get back up to the front again. I next bought a 250cc B.S.A. C15 and Ivan a CX Honda, Brian Corbett, Billy Sterrit and John Corkey joined our ranks and occasionally David Coombes left his Wolseley at home and came motor-cycling. The extra help made things much easier, others helped on occasions at some events, sorry I have forgotten who they were. Good memories of making friends with members ie, Bernie and Nan Cregan, the Carroll Brothers, Dick Graham, Joe Cantley, Ivan Adair and many, many more, too numerous to mention in this write-up. One Saturday Herbie had organised the T.T.Run, we had some visitors out as well, the numbers for this event was approximately 80 vehicles. Herbie used his influence and all were hosted by Lisburn Borough Council for morning tea / coffee and scones, gradually proceeding via Dundonald Corner and onwards to Newtownards, into the middle of Saturday afternoon shoppers. It must have taken 1 hour to get everyone clear of this traffic chaos (with many unhappy shoppers). Herbie in his big Lagonda and Sidney Gilmore in his big Bently with its blower out front, re-enacted the T.T. with a flat out scorch from Newtownards to Comber. When we finally got clear of Newtownards and caught up with Herbie and co parked up on the Belfast side of Comber he was a little agitated at our delay. Bill and Philip Forsythe and Noel McKeown from Dromore gradually joined our ranks and by this time our marshalling duties had extended to helping at A.O.V.C. events. I bought a 600cc B.M.W. and later an R.S.100 B.M.W. (1000 cc) as more power made it easier to make ones way back up front. It was excellent the way the car drivers watched closely in their mirrors (we always rode on dipped headlights) and moved over in the road to allow the marshals past. The final advancement to our marshalling exploits was when Bill Forsythe persuaded the company off the Boucher Road, that supplies N.I. Ambulance Service with radios to supply 3 radios which were fitted to Bill s, Philip s and my bikes, thus we could keep in contact from front and back, a great help in the event of a breakdown. Like all great things must come to an end, the marshals came to a time when we were no longer required on club runs, as things had changed and route sheets became popular as part of the days fun. Sadly some of the people mentioned in this article are no longer with us, but they all left me with great memories. Finally, I would like to wish the club success in the years ahead and thank the Banbridge O.V.C. for so many happy and treasured memories. Mervyn Allen
CLUB RUNS Saturday 17th July 2010 The T.T. Run Our T.T. Run starts this year at the Stonebridge Restaurant and takes us through the apple orchards around Loughgall before a picnic stop at the Palace Stables Armagh. From there we explore the scenic beauty of the South Armagh countryside including the Segahan Dam and one of Ireland s highest viewpoints :-- wonderful sights to behold. We finish with a meal at Tandragee Golf Club. Send your entry form in early to Ken McDevitte 02890615127 or 07846332069 Sunday 27th July 2010 Titanic Classic Car Display The Northern Ireland Hospice has invited Banbridge Old Vehicle Club to arrange a display of cars at the Titanic Pump House from 12noon until 4pm. There will be a range of family entertainment, including a brass band, face painting, bouncy castle,vintage motorcycles etc. these activities will form the background for N.I.Hospice 5K Titanic Run when you are invited to join in a 5K run, walk or Jog around Belfast s Historic Titanic Quarter. Further details from Dennis Mitchell on 02892651132 Saturday 14th August 2010 Stanley Woods Run For the Stanley Woods Run this year we will be visiting the Rosemount Estate at Greyabbey where we will park up to put our cars on display. You will be able to enjoy the many attractions in the surrounding area. you will need to contact Reg Bell the organiser of this event to ensure you obtain the correct documentation for entrance as a club member. Tel:--02897561079 or 07880636661 Saturday 26th September 2010 SATURDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER 2010 End of Season Run Once again this run will start in Kells where tea and coffee and scones will be provided in Kells Presbyterian Church. From here we will drive through the magnificent County Antrim countryside until we arrive in Ballycastle for our picnic lunch. From here we will again drive through the countryside finishing up at the Fort Royal on the main Ballymena / Ballymoney Road. For further information contact Johnnie Montgomery Tel:- 0285891549 or 07719193722
CLUB NIGHTS Tuesday 29th June 2010 The Raymond Walls Collection This is our third club night away from our winter venue which takes us to the Raymond Walls Collection. Raymond has amassed a vast array of motoring memorabilia. Some 350 petrol globes and 500 enamel signs sit along side petrol pumps, badges, lamps and other mechanical items. Classic cars and vintage trucks make up the rest. A sausage sizzle concludes the evening. Meet at the Filling Station on the Saintfield Road, Ballygowan at 7.30pm when we will proceed to 5 Ravara Road, Ballygowan, BT23 6HD for the evening. Further details :- Ken McDevitte Tel 90615127 / 07846332069 Tuesday 27th July 2010 VISIT TO SIR THOMAS and LADY DIXON PARK Once again we have been fortunate in being granted permission by Belfast City Council Parks and Leisure Department to park our cars in front of Wilmont House between 7pm and 9pm while we admire the rose garden or just have a friendly chat. Members should assemble at Wilmont house from 7pm onwards using the lower gate on the Upper Malone Road ( sign post Stables Coffee Shop) and turn right up the road towards the House ( ignore the NO Entry Beyond This Point Sign). Care should be taken as this passes a children s playground. As usual we will have refreshments at 8.15pm. Contact Michael McKay on 90615779 or 07815435102 for further details. Tuesday 31st August 2010 VISIT TO THE TOM HERRON COLLECTION For our August meeting we have once again been invited to view Tom Herron s magnificent collection of arteffects including cars, steam traction engines, toys, memorabilia, etc. Please assemble in Dromara Square next to the P.O. Mace Shop from 6.30pm leaving at 6.45pm for museum via Rathfriland Road for approx 6 miles where a marshal will be parked at the entrance road. A charge of 5 per person will be collected and presented to the Museum s favourite charity. Please support this worthy cause. Tel:- Reg Bell on 07880636661 Tuesday 28th September 2010 Meeting at Banbridge Rugby Club speaker to be arranged Tuesday 26th October 2010 Annual General Meeting Please make an effort to attend this important meeting
SPRUCEFIELD CLASSIC CAR DISPLAY This years Annual Classic Car Display at Sprucefield was bigger and better than ever with over 150 cars of all ages and description taking part. The star of the show was Jim Black s beautiful 100 year old 1910 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost, once owned by the Marchioness of Downshire, Lady Katie Hill of Hillsborough Castle. Standing beside it was its younger brother, only 82 years old, a 1923 Rolls Royce 20 HP Saloon belonging to Raymond Megaw. At the other end of the scale were the Funny cars:- a little 1970 Orange 3 wheeled wedge shaped car with a lift up front door called a Bond Bug!. A little Dutch Car called a DAf with belts to drive the rear wheels. Two Citroen 2CV Dollys and two American Willys Army Jeeps. Of course there were several minis, Ford Anglias, Morris Minors, Ford Escorts, Austin, Vanden Plas and MG 1100/1300 s, A40, Capri, Hillman, Triumph, Volvo, Alvis as well as MG sports cars, Mercedes, Jaguar E Type, Lancia Fluvia, Lotus, Porche, and the latest Ferrari F430 super car. The star of the competition cars was Dessie McCartney s MG Metro 6R4 Rally car. A great selection of cars from every decade over the last 100 years and a large dose of nostalgia was evident throughout the display. The words I remember those when they were new were heard often during the day. Owners and spectators generously donated 1000 to the Northern Ireland Children s Hospice and McDonalds assisted with vouchers for entrants.
THE HERRON RUN The First event of 2010 commenced on Saturday, 10th April when a wonderful selection of cars assembled at the Corrs Corner Hotel. Drivers and passengers enjoyed Tea, Coffee and Scones. We set off in convoy to Woodside Haulage where on arrival we where warmly received and welcomed by Ian & Robert Woodside. On opening up locked garages many, if not all members, were amazed at a magnificent collection of cars, some of which are rarely seen now on our roads. One electric bicycle reminded me of the cyclemaster which some members of a certain age will no doubt recall. I have to admit I was jealous, not just of the car collection, but of the heating system which ensured the treasures rested in comfort. To prove that the cars were not just show pieces Robert kindly started up and drove out a Jaguar, (I think it was an XK140 with the engine emitting that lovely purr ). Leaving Ballynure we drove through Larne and arrived at Carnfunnock Park where the Council staff had reserved adequate parking spaces for club cars. Members enjoyed sitting out in the glorious sunshine for their picnic lunch while the public examined & admired our cars. Fed & watered the convoy moved on towards Ballygally, where we observed children playing in the sea & sand. The next leg of our trip took a turn towards the hills & breathtaking views of the surrounding country-side were enjoyed (while keeping our eyes on the road). Our next stop was in the footsteps of St Patrick & upwards to Slemish - the sheep are still there! Some members, including the Chairman, ventured the climb to embrace the panoramic views. The convoy moved down hill towards Broughshane & onwards to the final stop at the Tullyglass Hotel, Ballymena. The carvery was up to the usual good standard and as they say a good day was had by all. We record our thanks and appreciation to Richard & Wendy Gregory for all their efforts in organising such a wonderful day - including the sunshine. John Miskelly
MAY RUN As our starting venue was Dromore Presbyterian Church I was looking forward to driving the Hillman back to her home town where Bill Forsythe, who when serving his apprenticeship, would have been sent to take the car out so that the two female owners could go off for a short drive which was more than I could do that Saturday morning. My problem was that when running the engine for some time and switching her off she failed to start again. At 8.45am Robina and I set off in our old faithful Riley Elf and were pleased with ourselves that we were the first to arrive at Dromore Presbyterian Church only to discover by 10.00am we were at 2nd when we should have been at 1st Presbyterian Church. With an hour to spend we enjoyed a time of great fellowship with lots of coffee, tea and scones kindly provided by the ladies of the church.having received meticulously prepared instruction down to the last 1/3 of a mile plus some verbal instructions, 28 gleaming classics set off for what was to be a most memorable days driving through some of the beautiful and majestic countryside of County Down. Leaving Dromore we travelled through Ballynahinch, Carryduff, Killyleagh and on to Delamount Country Park for our picnic stop and a welcome break for the old faithful (no not the drivers) classics, considering the pace set by Stanley Bowman in his Morris 8! Following a welcome break we continued our run through Strangford, Ardglass, Tyrella, Clough & Seaforde where we made a very interesting visit to the Butterfly Farm, besides the Butterflys and the other tiny creatures were the Peacocks and their most spectacular display which evoked some remarks such as not tonight Josephine. Then it was on to the Spa Golf Club where we enjoyed a lovely meal served to us by friendly efficient and smiling waitresses. Looking back on the run there were some memorable sights. The first was the lovely memorial gardens in memory of Harry Ferguson. The next was the first Wave Farm to make electricity in Strangford Lough. Then there was a most interesting stop to see parked in a garden a Belfast Tram. The present owner told us that the day it was delivered a man standing outside the local pub couldn t believe what he was seeing. When his companion emerged from the pub his friend said, you will never believe what I have just seen passing, a Belfast Tram to which came the response, I m the one who has been drinking. Many thanks to Stanley Bowman & Dennis Mitchell for organising a wonderful run. Congratulations to Tony Gardiner on being presented with the Cup for the most interesting car as selected by the waitress. Jim Stewart
MUSEUM DEVELOPMENT AT CULTRA Photographs by Courtesy of UFTM The Ulster Folk and Transport Museum became responsible for transport in 1969 as a consequence of updating the1958 Ulster Folk Museum Act resulting in the amalgamation of the then Belfast City Transport Museum at Witham Street. Prior to this the Ulster Folk Museum at Cultra was set in 140 acres to record, illustrate and demonstrate the Ulster way of life at about 1900 1915. For the purposes of inclusion, all relevant forms of transport which cannot be divorced from the rural life style were located on a further 40 acre site and big house which was purchased at Dalchoolin directly across the main A2 Belfast Bangor road and main line railway. This site extends from the main road to the shore of Belfast Lough. An interesting and appropriate interconnecting access bridge was constructed soon afterwards to facilitate and integrate both sites. In general terms the way of life in Ulster at that time was predominately rural and the Museum built a series of cottages,houses,churches and halls, schools etc all faithfully represented and sited in as near as possible to the topography at their original location. While the majority of buildings have actually been donated to the Museum and transferred to Cultra to be faithfully and accurately rebuilt, in some cases this was not possible, in which case a replica was accurately constructed, and of course furnished. In the context of accuracy, it is imperative that all relevant features be included, for example documents, furnishings and equipment to enable the whole life cycle including wealth generation to be illustrated.
Obviously a complete kaleidoscope of the Ulster way of life must include all forms of activity each complimenting the other. While the vast majority of people living in a rural Ulster at this time could only exist by farming, many other occupations such as blacksmiths, joiners, builders, teachers, ministers, shoe makers, weavers, butchers, grocers, thatchers etc. augmented the rural population and were supported by them. The inclusion of such essential crafts and activities together with appropriate forms of transport neatly integrate both the Folk and Transport collections as in real life. As times progressed, basic signs of urbanisation began to appear in the form of development in a more concentrated form near a church, centre of communication, river access etc and by 1900-1915 small villages and towns some with roads, railways, canals and other services were commonplace. Cultra is no exception as the small village of Ballycultra provides a village scape for a church, bank, court house, a selection of shops and service providers including a shoe maker, cycle shop, and butcher. and others. At the time reference period of the Museum, public transport in rural areas would be extremely scant, limited to horse drawn, cycles with steam trains, trams and / or tram cars serving larger urban areas. At Cultra such an appropriate bus and also horse drawn transport has already been tried but not with any degree of success due to the topography of the site and also fluctuating demand. Turning to the transport museum, the reference period has to be much more flexible so the terms of reference would have to be to illustrate all forms of transport used in Ulster. This obviously widens very considerably the time period to include early transport C 2000 3000 BC.until the present day. With the exception of the many transport items, particularly horse drawn and cycle already integrated within the rural and urban life style displays, the vast number of items at Cultra are located in the following galleries. Road (1) Early transport / horse drawn (2) Horse drawn vehicles (3) Cycle (4) Motor Cycle (5) Motor Car (6) Commercial and Public Transport Rail Rail The largest collection in Ireland of main gauge (5 3 ) and narrow gauge (3 ) together with many technical displays, models etc.set in a railway context. (1) Horse drawn and manual (2) Electric trams (3) Steam drawn --Main gauge - Narrow gauge (4) Other Maritime Several full scale boats on display 1893 Result - schooner built by John Rodgers in Carrickfergus Donaghadee life boat Newcastle life boat 1887 Mary Joseph fishing boat built in Kilkeel Vast collection of Harland & Wolff Ltd Ship plans Large collection of models.
Aviation Many aircraft made in Ulster in storage with few on display due to space limitations Replica of Harry Ferguson s first plane. Short Sealand, Short Sion and SC1 Miles twin engined pre-war plane Tiger Moth biplane Various models and photographs Road Gallery Considerable collection of all types of vehicles used here in Ulster all of which are in working order. Indeed the Museum were instrumental in entering several significant cars in Co Operation North Rallies in the 1980 s and other events to display vehicles in action. It has always been my aim that an exhibit should also be usable as well as it looks, and also an underlying policy to acquire relevant Ulster made, designed and used items with the result that the Museum is rich in many significant vehicles, for example the McCandless collection, the Fergus and OD cars. There are hundreds of horse drawn vehicles, bicycles, motor cycles and cars both on display and in the reserve collection, all of which are essential to represent the many technical features and show how technology has adopted, modified and improved the product. Prior to the early 1980 s,most vehicles were on loan but since then a deliberate policy was adopted to acquire either by kind donation, exchange or purchase relevant items to fill gaps in the collection. Many of these most valuable vehicles were the subject of most generous corporate and private donations and all the many exhibits possess a detailed pedigree or providence. All the collection has a most interesting story and history. The vehicle collection does not end here as there are also a considerable comprehensive collection of early agricultural equipment, of machinery all of local significance. Other important collections are; (1) Audio library. Interviews of many prominent persons who made a significant contribution to the Ulster lifestyle egg. Harry Ferguson, Stanley Woods, Rex McCandless. also BBC material (2) Photographic library Green collection 1880-1920. Lawrence collection. Hogg collection. Talbot Frith collection, BBC material. (3) Library of periodicals, newspapers etc from 1734 to date (4) Research. Ongoing work in connection with the Ulster way of life. As can be seen this resource is virtually limitless, and being a National resource, is owned by you the tax payer. Do visit Cultra and use its enormous potential. Eric McCleery - Curator 1982-98
OTHER EVENTS THE STABLE EVENT SHEILA - 18th June 2010 In appreciation of the care given to the late Sheila Purdy and latterly to Stan by Marie Curie their daughter Charmaine is holding a barbeque to raise funds for Marie Curie. There will be a group playing and refreshments will be provided by Gallery 18 Catering and a bar by Talk of the Town. There will also be a raffle and in all it should be a good nights craic. As it s all for Marie Curie, Charmaine would like to see a good turn out and is asking for a donation of 5 per person payable at the door. For those who wish to stay overnight there are camping facilities, no drinking and driving. The event is located at 105 Madden Road Keady BT60 3LJ and Charmaine can be contacted on 07740703234. Directions are as follows : Head for Armagh and take the slip road for Keady/ Monaghan and turn left at end of slip road. Take first right, Monaghan Road,(Euro Spar On corner). Drive for 4.6 miles and turn left for Madden. At the end of Farnaloy Road turn left and venue is on the right. Will be sign posted The Stables Event. If you can please give your support to this worthwhile cause. AOVC CLASSIC SHOW at BALLYMENA - Saturday 26th June 2010 This is the second year the show has taken place in Ballymena. Changes have been made following comments received after last years event with an improved layout and parking arrangements. New caterers have been appointed and more signage will be evident.. Many of the attractions from last years event are returning ( not the display of 4x4 vehicles) with new attractions such as an auto testing display by the MG Car Club, The Northern Ireland Aeromodellers Club will be giving a flying display along with static models. Come along and enjoy a day out. MGA Le Mans 24 Hour Classic Marie Curie Fundraiser I m heading to Le Mans this summer and planning to complete 2 laps of the Le Mans 24 Hours circuit in a 1957 MGA on Saturday 10th July 2010, the morning of the 24 Le Mans Classic races. I m hoping to raise a bit of money for Marie Curie to help them in the fabulous work they do in our community. If you want to donate, go to: http://.original.justgiving.com and add the name John Brackenridge to get to my fundraising page. Many Thanks John Brackenridge
Old black bicycle requires restoration, believed policeman s type bicycle. Set of alloy wheels and tyres 15 inch suit VW Polo/Seat etc. Set of alloys to suit Audi 16 inch. Large quantity of new exhaust pipes/silencers for 1980/90 cars, sell as 1 lot. Air compressor upright with airline etc, suit home enthusiast, big tank. 1987 Honda 500 V4 in Honda colours, been in storage for past 10 years,30,000 miles. Contact Bill on 07720262530 2 Old fashioned petrol pumps from late 1950 s early 1960 s Need restored ( no globes ) 275 ono Phone Frank on 07761102851 0r 02892651563 1957 BSA B31 350cc Motorcycle Very good condition Contact Peter on 07909978482 Parts for 1950 s Austin A 40 Workshop Manual for Series GS2,G2S2 and GV2, Austin Running and Maintenance Instructions,10ins Hub Cap, 2 Lucas Bulbs LLB 414 12v 50/40 w, 2 Lucas R19 LLB 414 50/40w bulbs, 2 Flexible brake hoses ( 10.5 ins Long ),2 Purolator Micronic Oil Filters, 2 engine block plugs 1 5/8 ins dia., 2 engine block plugs 1 ½ in dia. 2 chrome side lamp covers 2 ¼ ins dia., 2 orange reflector glasses, 1 chrome wiper blade holder, 1 interior door handle, 1 chrome interior light cover, 1 new chrome over rider, Mowog part No 1B8441, 2 Light units non sealed beam Part No 7H5483, 2 light units non sealed beam Part No 555911, 1 Quarter light glass. Proceeds from sale for charity. Contact : John Miskelly on 02892682730 Austin Maxi doors/tailgate and some other parts, some classic exhausts and various old/new parts CLUB SHOP FOR SALE New items bearing club crest Wall plaques 15.00 Metal car badges 8.50 Club ties 5.00 Millers Oil at very keen price Millers 250ml VSP+ Unleaded additive 4.00 Millers 500ml Diesel Power Plus 8.50 Phone Reg Bell on 028 9756 1079 or 07877 385835 or Andrew Carson on 028 9269 3756 or 07731 397338 Tel:-07720262530 Italian car parts Huge range of genuine parts for Fiat-Lancia- Alfa Romeo for cars ranging from 1970 to 2005 Phone Frank on 07761 102851 or 028 9365 1563 or Chris on 07763 374488
Paddy Hopkirk roof box complete with roof bars.1mt x 1mt x 0.4mt (approx 35lt) 30 Classic Philips 400 car radio/cassette LW/ MW 70 s period 15 Pair MG Midget stainless steel threshold plates 5 Pair MG Midget over riders 15 Twin SU A Series manifold 20. Record quick release engineers heavy duty vice 50 ono. Duckhams Q Classic 20w-50 engine oil. 4.5l 20 ( 12 available) Contact Brendan on 02890292938 or 07724143347 1977 MG Roadster Red, Taxed and MOT d. Good condition. Price 3750 to include hard top and full tonneau cover. Contact Michael 07815435102 028 9061 5779 Vauxhall Viva HB pair of genuine front wings and inner wings also grille and some headgasket / joint / seals sets in the packet. Phone 07720262530 1964 Ford Anglia Very attractive car, 82,000 miles Bargin at 1,250 Phone 028 9261 1278 Mercedes 280 SL 1984 pair of new genuine sills Phone 07720262530 Hillman Imp / Singer Chamois Bumpers and joint/head/seal kits in packets Phone 07720 262530 1965 Austin Healy Sprite Full restoration finished August 2008. New 1/4 Panels and Sills fitted. Completet engine overhall and respray. Price 3500 Contact John Wilkinson 07883564370 1970 Rover 2000 P6 Automatic Zircon Blue Tax exempt will be MOT d until 16th June 2011. Price: 1250 open to offers. Contact Michael 07815435102 or 028 9061 5779 1977 V.W. Sirocco GLS Auto. Metallic Gold 39000 miles Contact David 07714244160 1989 Honda Integra, Pop up headlights, 1600 Twin Cam, very good condition, 83000 miles. 3months MOT 250 Tel Ken 02837531514 or 07762251111
Parts/service parts for Austin 1800/Wolseley 18/85 Landcrab. Anything considered Tel:- 07720262530 1932 Austin 7. preferably in good condition but any condition will be acceptable Phone Stanley on 028 9265 1654 Morris Minor for restoration, any condition considered. Contact John on 02892682730 Car from around the 1930 s or 40 s Anything suitable for restoration considered Standard 10 pick up or companion estate FOR STANDARD 10 Workshop manual, wheel brace/ jack handle, chrome grille bars, front & rear bumpers Magnetic camber/castor gague Contact Billy on 028 3887 1368 OLD VE MARCH CLUB NIGHT March comes In like a lion and out like a lamb but not this year. Snow fell across the country at the end of March and Banbridge Rugby Club was left in a layer of thick snow over all the cars on the night of our March meeting. Ken Geary snowed in up in Keady, The Glenshane Pass was closed with 120 vehicles abandoned and over300 people stranded up there for the night. A good crowd managed to make it to Banbridge for the annual visit of Autoglym. Victor Babb Autoglym s Regional Manager put on a display of their famous car care products and provider some worthwhile demonstrations of some of their latest items. Since this had to be done indoors, due to the inclement weather, Victor broughtthe front wing of his Westfield Sports Car with him to demonstrate the qualities andeffect of Autoglym Clay has on cleaning vehicle bodywork. The used clay was passed E CLUB around the audience for them to see the contamination which had accumulated on it. A very impressive Demonstration. Before going home everyone was given a free DVD by Autoglym and Sheila and Wendy provided tea/coffee and biscuits for the journey home. Most people availed of the opportunity to purchase their favourite car care products at discount prices. Many thanks to Victor Babb of Autoglym Ken McDevitte
April CLUB NIGHT Our April club night took the form of a visit to the Titanic Dock and Pump House. About a dozen classic cars and thirty people attended and we were given a guided tour of the dock and pump house by our guide for the evening Colin Cobb This was both very informative and humorous. The dock remains in its original state when constructed and has been well preserved as part of the heritage ahd history of shipbuilding in Belfast. We were told how the Titanic was built as a hull in the slipway then towed to the outside of the Thompson Dock as it was known then and fitted out, the engines were fitted the upper decks and funnels added and a full fit out completed. It was only after this work was done that the Titanic was pulled into the dry dock for the hull to be painted and the propellers fitted. We were told how the water was pumped out of the dock to allow the men to work on the hull and our tour of the pump house explained how the massive pumps were able to remove all the water, literally thousands of gallons of water in a very short space of time. The dry dock was constructed before the Titanic was ever thought about and when it was decided to move it into the dock it was discovered that it was too long, however when the dock was made the door was constructed in such a way that it would float and could be moved to a location really meant for maintenance purposes which gave the extra length needed. The door was floated away from the dock, Titanic pulled in, and the door put in the outer position to allow for all the work to be completed. We were also given information regarding the Titanic s sister ships which helped to complete the story. A short video of old film footage was shown to a captive audience in the Pump House and we were able to see some of the tools used during the construction of the Titanic. We all adjourned to the café for much appreciated refreshments. Our thanks go to Colin for his very enjoyable presentation. Michael McKay
BOVC Visit to Belfast City Hall On Tuesday 25th May, sixty club members and friends met at Belfast City Hall. Many brought their classic cars and twenty-eight club vehicles were able to avail of parking in the inner quadrangle. The evening began with a welcome and short address from the High Sheriff of Belfast. We then moved to the Entrance Hall and Grand Staircase to begin the tour. Our guide, Damien McDonald, provided an interesting commentary on the history and notable features of the building. Completed in 1906 after almost ten years of planning and construction it occupies the site of the former White Linen Hall. The entire project was financed by two years of profits from Belfast Gasworks what price was gas in 1906!?! Ascending the Grand Staircase, decorated with Italian and Greek marble, we were then able to look upwards to appreciate the magnificent central Dome and Whispering Gallery. The first floor contains an extensive collection of portraits, many showing the familiar faces of past Lord Mayors. Our group then filed into the Council Chamber and took our seats ready for a debate. Several members were able to oversee proceedings from the Lord Mayor s chair and kept the meeting in order! We then moved to the Reception and Banqueting Halls, which contain several items of Titanic memorabilia. The final stop was the Great Hall. This still contains its original stained glass windows which survived the Belfast Blitz having been removed and sent to Downpatrick for safekeeping. Many thanks to Michael McKay for organising such an enjoyable evening. The large turnout was most encouraging and we look forward to the next club event. Mark Bridgham
Club dates for 2010 27th June 29th June 17th July 27th July 14th August 31st August 25th September 28th September 26th October 30th November Titanic Classic Car Display Club night --- Visit to Raymond Walls/sausage sizzle T.T.Run Club night -- Sir Thomas & Lady Dixon Park Stanley Woods Run Club night Tom Herron Collection End of Season Run Club night T.B.A. Club night --Annual General Meeting Club night T.B.A. THERE IS NO CLUB MEETING IN DECEMBER OTHER DATES IN 2010 19th June 25th June 26th June Kilbroney Show Waringstown Classic Parade A.O.V.C. Show Ballymena NEW MEMBERS Welcome to the following new members Wilson Lee Aghalee 1968 Lancia Fulvia Andy Dornan Ballyclare 1972 Triumph Spitfire, 1971 Daf 44 1969 Hillman Imp, 1983 Escort XR3 Convertible Francis Healey Clough 1996 Jaguar XJ6 Sport, 1998 MGF VVC Maurice Peat Ballycarry 1996 Pontiac Trans AM, 1994 Volvo Jim Crozier Waringstown 1972 MG Midget Dessie McCartney Groomsport 1983 Porche Carrera, 1981 Metro 6 R4 1983 Lancia 037 Joe Greenan Belfast 1988 Mini 1275 Metro, 1955 Jaguar, 1965 Wolesley Hornet, 1975 VW Karaman Beetle Convertible We look forward to you joining in the activities of the club
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