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Good morning from Bedfordshire
By: Marque Date: April 20, 2015, 12:56 am
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Good morning Ladies & Gents.
My name is Mark. Last August I picked up a 1967 2a Dormi 2.25
diesel. Here it is...
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The photostream will show you the works that have been done so
far. In short (New 2a Rad / Lift Pump / Spring bush (just one)
Chassis brass brush - Bilt Hamber Hydrate 80 & Epoxy Mastic /
fluid change.
Works still to do - more chassis prep (top rail that I will get
to when floor is up) bulkhead repair / doors (replace) / sound
proof / OD tripping out - needs adjusting / strip & paint
various bits / seat renovation & preservation / internal repaint
/ rear window seals etc then the roof needs renovation & TLC. I
expect it all to take 2 years (funds limited). But great fun.
The intention is to use it as intended for camping with my
daughter. I need her to avoid retail therapy that the wife (very
LR unfriendly) is constantly engaging in. Harsh domestic
environment (etc). I am sure you understand.
That said I have found significant solace in Team Faff's
exploits & the discussions here. Shell island, Leafers at the
Pit etc are wonderful events. When I am in a stronger domestic
position daughter & I look forward to attending. Slight detours
to Disneyland Paris & UK kiddy friendly adventure parks will be
the way I indoctrinate her. Positive associations very key to
getting that green oval mental tattoo applied.
Mum - she can stay at home. We will get greasy, dirty & have a
wonderful time.
Previously I toured the German Alpine Road / White wine roads &
most of Europe in an Audi TT. Very civil very capable, but
lacking a significant amount of charm that I enjoy in spades
with the Dormobile.
I post heavily on the S2C & somewhat less so on the LRCC forums.
I have found all I have corresponded with to be very helpful.
Top Ladies & Gentlemen indeed. So here to you, have a lovely
start to the week.
Kindest regards
Mark
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Re: Good morning from Bedfordshire
By: mistericeman Date: April 20, 2015, 8:35 am
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Welcome along Mark ....cracking looking Dormy you have there
....very jealous ;-}
I look forward to seeing it in real life ...
.you are of course very welcome to join us at any of the events
we hold,
I think you'll find things very relaxed on here AND at our
events .......were more about the fun than stocktaking rivets
;-)
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Re: Good morning from Bedfordshire
By: Marque Date: April 20, 2015, 9:59 am
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Thank you for the warm welcome. Much appreciated. Once I get the
vehicle improved a bit more I will be there (SWMBO permitting).
Kindest regards
Mark
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Re: Good morning from Bedfordshire
By: hippydave Date: April 20, 2015, 2:35 pm
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Welcome along dude, if the motor moves and is legal get to
leafers you will love it and its a very welcoming do.
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Re: Good morning from Bedfordshire
By: B20wnx Date: April 20, 2015, 6:22 pm
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Welcome Mark, both my grandsons (4&2) are converts.
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Re: Good morning from Bedfordshire
By: guest11 Date: April 21, 2015, 3:23 pm
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Hiya Mark
Welcome onboard wdesmle
As Icey says we're pretty chilled out here whstle
We don't mind kids and spouses at doo's
The one st Shell Island next month is a great one for a
first time out.
No pack drill no agenda, just chill.
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Re: Good morning from Bedfordshire
By: Marque Date: April 21, 2015, 10:55 pm
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Thank you for the suggestion MrG. Vehicle needs remedial work &
diaries focussed on that at present. Next year a very different
story. Until then, lots of pictures please & have a terrific
time. I have seen prior event footage & you do know how to enjoy
yourselves which is very refreshing!
Safe travels.
M
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Re: Good morning from Bedfordshire
By: Fluffle-Valve Date: April 30, 2015, 5:58 am
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Hiya Mark, Welcome aboard... wdesmle BBs
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Re: Good morning from Bedfordshire
By: Lurch Date: April 30, 2015, 11:32 am
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Welcome along.
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Re: Good morning from Bedfordshire
By: Marque Date: April 30, 2015, 11:53 pm
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Thank you Gentlemen.
Kindest regards
M
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