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TR Action 250

This report is being produced towards the end of April a month in which the UK has enjoyed some excellent sunny days with temperatures in these parts c.27 degrees whereas the seasonal average I believe is c.14.

Our monthly gatherings of February, March and particularly April have attracted a fair number of our membership including new members: Ron Davis (TR6), Grahame Ellis (TR5) and Nick Nigel – welcome to all especially the new members whom we hope will have captured the attendance bug as a result of their first visits. I understand that Nick Nigel is keen to purchase his first TR but has not yet decided upon which model. It was also good to meet with Lesley Roberts as husband Jeff is again in Switzerland – thank you for attending. The April meeting also drew Malcolm Rainier to our meeting despite having his TR6 in his workshop for a hefty schedule of tasks – good luck.

Our annual mid April foray into the New Forest coincided with National Classic Car Drive It Day with the majority of WFTR members opting for the Hampshire/Dorset area rather than around the North Circular Road to join with the South East Groups gathering. We had around eleven cars covering the TR range (with the exception of TR2 and TR4) assemble in Hartley Witney from where Tony Fisher volunteered to guide us to our initial destination near Ringwood. Approaching Ringwood on the A31 attention was drawn to the flashing lights on the opposite carriageway where some police officers were cautiously trying to persuade a loose bull to move along the grass verge presumably (hopefully) towards an opening into a field. Although taking a pleasant leisurely drive rather than blasting along we made good time in fact allowing us to gain refreshments near Ringwood and view some of the other 118 Triumph only entries. Once again the organisers of this year’s event had made good choices of the route to be taken with the exception of an unexpected bottleneck at Lyndhurst. Whilst we saw good numbers of ponies on our travels the lack of foals was quite evident – maybe the result of poor prices being realised. The official run culminated at Damerham where refreshments were taken and viewing of the cars commenced. All entrants are requested to select a car in each class that they consider to be their favourite so it was most pleasing when the announcement came that our own Dave & Linda Eaton had to collect an impressive cup for their TR3A in the TR2 – TR4 class; well done folks! The only “casualty” of the day was Dawn and Lee’s TR7 which required a new plug. I think it fair to say that we all had a most enjoyable day out in our beloved TRs with excellent weather.

I hope I have given those who reside in our catchment area a good flavour of one of our activities that may encourage them to join us during the course of the next few months for some TR driving and other activities. I also look forward to meeting those “regular” members who have not yet emerged from hibernation so far this year...

We in Windsor Forest TRs look forward to welcoming you.

Go wisely, go TR and Happy TRing.

TR Action 241

I have today heard the weather forecasters state that this is the coldest winter in the past twenty five years, so no wonder our scheduled January meeting was cancelled as the ice-covered roads made it senseless to venture out even for TR enthusiasts.

Hopefully by the time we are reading TR Action 241, early spring will be encouraging us to seriously think about preparing our beloved cars for a new season of enjoyment.

So on to more cheerful matters with the important arrival of new members to both the Register and WFTRs in particular. Firstly more recent additions to our fold rather than new members: Andrew Page, TR4A, whom we had not seen for a few months, attended our December meeting; as did Rob James, TR7V8 plus his supportive wife. I have been in contact with: Gregg Hyatt, Paul Gasiorowski, Malcolm MacDougall, Chris Walker, John Alexander and Johnny Good, all of whom have recently joined the Register and hopefully will soon be attending our gatherings and enjoying life with TRs via WFTRs – welcome to all of you. We are hoping that other members who joined us during the past six to seven months will also be encouraged to come along as the weather changes for the better.

Malcolm Rainier had been considering selling his car (a TR6) a few months ago; however I am very pleased to report that sense has prevailed and the car is to be retained and will be receiving some attention in the very near future.

I am certain the coming season will provide us with the opportunities to get out and about as we did last year to see and enjoy both the countryside and our cherished vehicles which always seem to attract attention wherever we go. In addition to our formalised road runs and events we will again be having a number of impromptu road runs – do not miss out!

That’s all from me until next time except to call upon all members, with or without their cars, to support their local Groups. We in Windsor Forest TRs look forward to welcoming YOU!

Go wisely, go TR and Happy TRing.

TR Action 239

Well late autumn has arrived with the usual impressive scenes of colour around us as we enjoy our TRs. This season the weather has in fact been very kind to us with some good sunny days enabling a number of impromptu road runs.

On the domestic scene our September meeting was reasonably attended and included both Norman Carter (TR6) and Dawn Busnell (TR7 DHC) arriving for the first time at our venue. Interestingly this is the second time that Dawn has joined The Register and WFTRs as she has had a few TR7s in the past, the current one being her seventh. Norman has recently purchased his 1973 TR6. The October meeting, plagued by heavy rain, nonetheless encouraged new members Clive Wells and Rob James (TR7V8) to join with us. Clive has yet to select his first TR whilst Rob has owned his TR7V8 for three years and uses this as his daily driver covering an average of 18k miles per year. I refer you to page 6 of TR Action 238 to learn more about Rob’s interesting and quite rare car.

A couple of months ago a few of our members made a first appearance at the Alton Agricultural Show where Chris Butler collected Best Sports Car for his beautiful TR6 – congratulations to Chris and here’s hoping he enjoys his early retirement.

Well the clocks will have changed by the time you read this, so let’s hope we have a reasonable introduction to the winter months thereby permitting us a few more TR outings before the inclement weather sets in. Let this be a reminder to those of our members who have not yet ventured out with us this year that time is fast running out – don’t let it beat you.

That is all from me until next time except to call upon all members with or without their cars to support their local Groups.

We in Windsor Forest TRs look forward to welcoming YOU.

Go wisely, go TR and Happy TRing.


Last Updated: 09/03/2012 17:44:37	Social Scene TR Action 250 This report is being produced towards the end of April a month in which the UK has enjoyed some excellent sunny days with temperatures in these parts c.27 degrees whereas the seasonal average I believe is c.14. Our monthly gatherings of February, March and particularly April have attracted a fair number of our membership including new members: Ron Davis (TR6), Grahame Ellis (TR5) and Nick Nigel – welcome to all especially the new members whom we hope will have captured the attendance bug as a result of their first visits. I understand that Nick Nigel is keen to purchase his first TR but has not yet decided upon which model. It was also good to meet with Lesley Roberts as husband Jeff is again in Switzerland – thank you for attending. The April meeting also drew Malcolm Rainier to our meeting despite having his TR6 in his workshop for a hefty schedule of tasks – good luck. Our annual mid April foray into the New Forest coincided with National Classic Car Drive It Day with the majority of WFTR members opting for the Hampshire/Dorset area rather than around the North Circular Road to join with the South East Groups gathering. We had around eleven cars covering the TR range (with the exception of TR2 and TR4) assemble in Hartley Witney from where Tony Fisher volunteered to guide us to our initial destination near Ringwood. Approaching Ringwood on the A31 attention was drawn to the flashing lights on the opposite carriageway where some police officers were cautiously trying to persuade a loose bull to move along the grass verge presumably (hopefully) towards an opening into a field. Although taking a pleasant leisurely drive rather than blasting along we made good time in fact allowing us to gain refreshments near Ringwood and view some of the other 118 Triumph only entries. Once again the organisers of this year’s event had made good choices of the route to be taken with the exception of an unexpected bottleneck at Lyndhurst. Whilst we saw good numbers of ponies on our travels the lack of foals was quite evident – maybe the result of poor prices being realised. The official run culminated at Damerham where refreshments were taken and viewing of the cars commenced. All entrants are requested to select a car in each class that they consider to be their favourite so it was most pleasing when the announcement came that our own Dave & Linda Eaton had to collect an impressive cup for their TR3A in the TR2 – TR4 class; well done folks! The only “casualty” of the day was Dawn and Lee’s TR7 which required a new plug. I think it fair to say that we all had a most enjoyable day out in our beloved TRs with excellent weather. I hope I have given those who reside in our catchment area a good flavour of one of our activities that may encourage them to join us during the course of the next few months for some TR driving and other activities. I also look forward to meeting those “regular” members who have not yet emerged from hibernation so far this year... We in Windsor Forest TRs look forward to welcoming you. Go wisely, go TR and Happy TRing. TR Action 241 I have today heard the weather forecasters state that this is the coldest winter in the past twenty five years, so no wonder our scheduled January meeting was cancelled as the ice-covered roads made it senseless to venture out even for TR enthusiasts. Hopefully by the time we are reading TR Action 241, early spring will be encouraging us to seriously think about preparing our beloved cars for a new season of enjoyment. So on to more cheerful matters with the important arrival of new members to both the Register and WFTRs in particular. Firstly more recent additions to our fold rather than new members: Andrew Page, TR4A, whom we had not seen for a few months, attended our December meeting; as did Rob James, TR7V8 plus his supportive wife. I have been in contact with: Gregg Hyatt, Paul Gasiorowski, Malcolm MacDougall, Chris Walker, John Alexander and Johnny Good, all of whom have recently joined the Register and hopefully will soon be attending our gatherings and enjoying life with TRs via WFTRs – welcome to all of you. We are hoping that other members who joined us during the past six to seven months will also be encouraged to come along as the weather changes for the better. Malcolm Rainier had been considering selling his car (a TR6) a few months ago; however I am very pleased to report that sense has prevailed and the car is to be retained and will be receiving some attention in the very near future. I am certain the coming season will provide us with the opportunities to get out and about as we did last year to see and enjoy both the countryside and our cherished vehicles which always seem to attract attention wherever we go. In addition to our formalised road runs and events we will again be having a number of impromptu road runs – do not miss out! That’s all from me until next time except to call upon all members, with or without their cars, to support their local Groups. We in Windsor Forest TRs look forward to welcoming YOU! Go wisely, go TR and Happy TRing. TR Action 239 Well late autumn has arrived with the usual impressive scenes of colour around us as we enjoy our TRs. This season the weather has in fact been very kind to us with some good sunny days enabling a number of impromptu road runs. On the domestic scene our September meeting was reasonably attended and included both Norman Carter (TR6) and Dawn Busnell (TR7 DHC) arriving for the first time at our venue. Interestingly this is the second time that Dawn has joined The Register and WFTRs as she has had a few TR7s in the past, the current one being her seventh. Norman has recently purchased his 1973 TR6. The October meeting, plagued by heavy rain, nonetheless encouraged new members Clive Wells and Rob James (TR7V8) to join with us. Clive has yet to select his first TR whilst Rob has owned his TR7V8 for three years and uses this as his daily driver covering an average of 18k miles per year. I refer you to page 6 of TR Action 238 to learn more about Rob’s interesting and quite rare car. A couple of months ago a few of our members made a first appearance at the Alton Agricultural Show where Chris Butler collected Best Sports Car for his beautiful TR6 – congratulations to Chris and here’s hoping he enjoys his early retirement. Well the clocks will have changed by the time you read this, so let’s hope we have a reasonable introduction to the winter months thereby permitting us a few more TR outings before the inclement weather sets in. Let this be a reminder to those of our members who have not yet ventured out with us this year that time is fast running out – don’t let it beat you. That is all from me until next time except to call upon all members with or without their cars to support their local Groups. We in Windsor Forest TRs look forward to welcoming YOU. Go wisely, go TR and Happy TRing.
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