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[Ben_frst]

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the interest is growing in this convoy sure you dont wanna me us lot? multimap it i bet its not much longer

[dontpannic]

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the interest is growing in this convoy sure you dont wanna me us lot? multimap it i bet its not much longer

Its not much longer, but its still needless mileage, and I'd still prefer to go the more direct route that we have taken for 3+ years now with no problems

thanks anyway!

[D.J]

Been thinking, is 7.30 a bit early to get to the venue?

this is the first time i have been in a convoy to get to the opening of a show so just thought i would put that out there. I also noticed the other southern convoy is gonna be getting there later?

[dontpannic]

Been thinking, is 7.30 a bit early to get to the venue?

this is the first time i have been in a convoy to get to the opening of a show so just thought i would put that out there. I also noticed the other southern convoy is gonna be getting there later?

Not really, remember its first come first served with regards to stand space - the earlier we arrive the better space on the stand we get - plus we always end up delayed at the stop-offs en-route and get there around 8. Its worked fine the past three years and this is the first time I plan to run in front, so bear with me guys

[Andie]

this is the first time I plan to run in front, so bear with me guys

It will take ages if you are running!

[Minstral]

this is the first time I plan to run in front, so bear with me guys

It will take ages if you are running!

running = walking

[dontpannic]

Oi, bitches!

Just to let you know that I've been thinking (dangerous!!) and have a couple of thoughts on this convoy:

- I for one don't know everyone attending and I don't know what you look like. If you can, come over to the group and say hello so we know who you are - this makes it easier for all of us when its time to leave the next venue, let one of the group know if you're getting something to eat/going to the toilet/having a fag break etc so the convoy doesn't leave without you

- Because there will be a number of smaller engined cars, I suggest that the convoy speed limit will be 60-70mph, excluding the inevitable 50mph speed restrictions that are bound to be en-route.

- It would be helpful if you or a passenger have a sat nav or GPS enabled mobile in order to find directions should the convoy break up. If it doesn't, don't worry - stay close

- There are a number of traffic lights at junctions leaving and getting into the services. The convoy will not be taking any detours unless otherwise stated on the day so don't risk 3 points by jumping red lights - take it easy and get back on to the motorway where you'll be able to catch back up.

Sorry if they sound like rules - however I don't want too much responsibility being my first time organising a convoy.

[Minstral]

Yes Sir!

[dontpannic]

Yes Sir!

Must say I was expecting that lol

[D.J]

Not really, remember its first come first served with regards to stand space - the earlier we arrive the better space on the stand we get - plus we always end up delayed at the stop-offs en-route and get there around 8. Its worked fine the past three years and this is the first time I plan to run in front, so bear with me guys

Fair enough mate

- I for one don't know everyone attending and I don't know what you look like. If you can, come over to the group and say hello so we know who you are - this makes it easier for all of us when its time to leave the next venue, let one of the group know if you're getting something to eat/going to the toilet/having a fag break etc so the convoy doesn't leave without you

If the weather is good, you should be able to remember my car

[fisher09]

Not sure if you want guests to come, but i could make it ( drive a 1.4 SI )

what date is this ?

[dontpannic]

Anyone's welcome however you won't get onto the stand, only onto the public display area - not sure on the admission charges.

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date is the 17th may.

Cheers,
Nick

[M1K3Y_B]

I will try and obey your rules, Mr bossypants

[Pastieman]

if fiesta is running i'll be at thurrock

[fisher09]

if fiesta is running i'll be at thurrock

Mate, i might have to follow ya from Sutton*

[Dave_B]

yeah mate get involved from sutton! im close enough to class myself from there!!!

dave

[fisher09]

yeah mate get involved from sutton! im close enough to class myself from there!!!

dave

Sweet lol, need a new car before the 17th tho !

[Minstral]

should definately meet you up there nick decided to just go straight up there not meet in canterbury means i can leave 10 mins later than the usual

[dontpannic]

should definately meet you up there nick

When you say 'up there' do u mean Thurrock? lol

[Minstral]

yup

[EUFez]

I wanna convoy!

[dontpannic]

I wanna convoy!

Well why don't you? You can come round the top of the M25, onto the M11 and meet us at Birchanger Green services as per the first post

[EUFez]

Hmmm its abit too far out for me. Although i would love to convoy with you guys... as you have smaller engined cars so i can keep up!

[Minstral]

aint that far mate just got to go up m11 which im sure you would do any way just get there for the time we are meeting there simples

[dontpannic]

Hmmm its abit too far out for me. Although i would love to convoy with you guys... as you have smaller engined cars so i can keep up!

Nah, not really at all. At that time of the morning that stretch between Slough and the M11 will be empty. Just get to Birchanger Green services by the time stated in the first post and you'll be fine. It would probably be quicker for you too!

[jobzboi]

WE ALL OK STILL FOR THE CONVOY??

[D.J]

yep. shall be meeting up at Lakeside services bright and early.

[M1K3Y_B]

WE ALL OK STILL FOR THE CONVOY??

If nothing changes then yeah

[Andie]

Hmmm its abit too far out for me. Although i would love to convoy with you guys... as you have smaller engined cars so i can keep up!

Your best going up the A1(M) to Brampton where the A14 crosses it. The show ground is not far from the roundabout there.

[D.J]

Well, not long now... 6am at Lakeside it is then.

Just looked at the weather and i recon i could be safe in the beast

[bigchris]

ill see ya all at thurrock prob be there before you as its near me so keep an eye out for me in the blue turbo now without the comedy front number plate wonky front mount or scratch

[D.J]

stopped off at services to let rain pass. Save me a space

[dontpannic]

A big thankyou to everyone who made this happen today, went extremely well - If I had known D.J had to stop I would have directed the convoy into the same service station lol.

No major incidents, no stupid driving so a big thanks

I hope in advance that EUFez + Thomas make it home OK, just heard from M1K3Y_B that the engine blew up just past sevenoaks :O.

[bigchris]

great time had by me thanks to everyone i was chatting to all day ,shame eu fez never made it home was knocking pretty bad but ya gotta try. its the first learning curve when ya just pass ya test buy a car blow it up then make it better again then you know how it all works

[Minstral]

great time had by me thanks to everyone i was chatting to all day ,shame eu fez never made it home was knocking pretty bad but ya gotta try. its the first learning curve when ya just pass ya test buy a car blow it up then make it better again then you know how it all works

fortunatly never happened to me yet
but unlucky tom thought you was gona make it all the way. sounded bad though. as wayne says cheap enough to find a replacment as the engines arent worth anything