Davesvroadsport

After checking around for availability vs. perceived weather, 'll propose this as a trip for 2020.

After watching The Grand Tour on the TV the other night, as well as countless prompts from a certain member who lives on an island to our west (!) I'm thinking of putting together a trip around the (now infamous) NC 500. Sure it's a long run up and back, but the roads and the scenery are outstanding. So a day up, three days around and a day back. Most likely in early September after school starts back and preferably during the week so as to avoid crowds. Interested? Drop me a PM and we'll see if we can pull this off....

I could send you a photo of their "sophisticated and cultured company"........

Oh we've got some chatting to do then........this "off the cuff" approach appeals quite a bit! Count me in. Dave

Presume you mean later next year? In the seven? You want a wingman?

This trip is now fully booked. If you want to come with us, I can forward you dates etc but you'll have to book ferries and hotels yourself. Got to act quick on these ! D

Eight cars now confirmed and booked! [biggrin] It's going to be epic! Last chance people.......are you coming? Dave 07795 904561 if you want to discuss.

The above clip details our trip last July. Skip to 10:00 and check out the Parador where we'll stay on the first night in Spain, and then the great road we'll take on the second day - all the way down to Portugal! No other traffic in sight! And of you stick around a while, you'll catch some epic weather too! Most of us were running aeroscreens! Mad. [Hehe] Credit to Steve Shaw aka "El Presedente" for the vid.

Further option for partners to fly down to Porto to join us for the four nights in Douro and then fly home. We can arrange for transfer from the airport to the hotel and return. Dave Joint Trackday Organiser ​Tours Organiser

Join me for a 10 day holiday driving the Picos National Park and down to the fabulous Douro Valley where we'll taste the best Port, take a river cruise along the River Douro and eat some spectacular food! (did this route last year - it was written up in last month's Lowflying). Prices (still somewhat in flux but gives a ballpark) £1200.00 for a couple and £1000 for a single. Gives: Round trip with your car and a private cabin Good standard of accommodation throughout the trip Port tasting and river cruise. Opportunity of joining Portuguese Caterham enthusiasts for a drive around the Douro region. Interested? Bookings need to be made quickly for this as places fill fast. Think about it - but not for too long! Dave Tours Organiser

CLUB EXCLUSIVE NORTHERN SPAIN & THE PICOS DE EUROPA Tour - Wed 26th Sep 2018 to Fri 5th Oct 2018 From £1449.00* Per Person Enjoy a touring holiday in Stunning Northern Spain and discover a land of contrasts. This lovely part of Spain encompassing Cantabria and eastern Asturias is a treasure trove of landscapes, full of winding scenic roads. Great cities and untouched villages, haute-cuisine and superb local fare, all criss-crossed by the ancient Camino de Santiago, Europe’s most important pilgrim way. The Picos de Europa on the borders of Asturias, Cantabria and Castilla y León, is probably the most stunning National Park in Spain, or even Europe. PRICE INCLUDES: • Exclusive Lotus 7 Club Tour • Return Brittany Ferries 24 hour crossing each way from Portsmouth to Spain • A Berth in a 2 berth inside cabin on both crossings • 2 Nights at the Parador Santa Domingo de la Calzada • 1 Night at the Parador Cervera de Pisguera • 3 Nights at the Parador Cangas di Onis • 1 Night at the Parador Santillana del Mar • 7 breakfasts and 7 dinners • Detailed Lotus 7 Roadbook featuring Maps, Great Drives & Local Attractions • Commemorative Lotus 7 Tour Rally plate • Complimentary Car Parking at the Hotels Coming from the continent or wish to make your own way to Spain for the start of the tour? Phone Scenic Car Tours for a price to suit your personal requirements’. * All prices above are based on 2 persons in one car/one room throughout (Single supplements available on request). These tours have been organised for the Lotus Seven Club by Scenic & Continental Car Tours. For more information or to book your places simply call: 01732 879153 or email: admin@sceniccartours.com Book here https://www.my-holiday-booking.co.uk/availability/check/index/i/13/t/PICOS-LOT7

Sunday activities as follows: Meet at 7pm at; Dough and Vine, Market Pl, Brackley NN13 7AB Loads of parking out front in the market square. Be hungry! Dave

Paul look forward to meeting you at Rockingham Novices Day.....drop me a line if you’ve any questions or concerns Dave Rothwell Joint Trackday Organiser

FFS calm down you two - I know its a crappy day but really......

Refurbishing my Aeroscreens and can't seem to find a source for the little bits and pieces that I need to replace. Anyone know of a place? Tried all the Classic/Retro vendors and also John Kimble Engineering in Devon - no luck. Any ideas? Thanks Dave

Thx gents....and extra thx for "Shaun's Bolt List" - I love this club....

Andrew, I'd certainly be interested in four if this comes about. Thx Dave

The Allen key on the top of the rear shock? Ta

Right - 5W/50 it is then! Thanks all.

Thanks gents...useful - D

Some conflicting information I've received over the past few months has led me to ponder the oil-type I'm currently using. I have a K-Series 1800 (non-VVC) with forged pistons and some rudimentary porting work on the head. I've been using Millers Oils CFS 10w-60 Competition synthetic oil this summer, on recommendation of a trusted friend. I do mostly fast blats and trackdays with some gentle cruising when the missus in in the car! Are the thinning/thickening characteristics of this viscosity spread appropriate for the car/performance/use? Interested to hear others opinions.....Dave

Check out the circuit guides we've put on the Trackdays site...useful driving tips! Dave

For overnights try; Crown Inn Brackley Red Fox Farthinhoe Crewe Arms Hinton in the Hedges D

Chris, will an SV (3.53 meters long and 1.685 meters) fit on it ? Thx - Dave

James and I are wondering if the membership would be interested in having the last last track day of the year at Angelsey Circuit probably on a Friday mid/late September. The circuit are offering the track in various configurations for us (to be decided) and are keen to give us a competitive price! Track day diagram here: https://www.angleseycircuit.com/venue/information/circuit-map/ Also, Portmeirion is only an hour or so away which is almost hallowed ground for us so a possible side trip? Anyway - let us know what you think about the venue and date and we'll act accordingly on the numbers.... Thanks, James and Dave Your Track Day Organisers HAVE YOU BOOKED YOUR SLOT AT CADWELL PARK YET? - See more at: http://www.lotus7.club/forum/chitchat/last-l7c-trackday-year-angelsey#sthash.mAuYHxU5.dpuf