The Gemini is coming home. Just too many problems and too much work to do to leave it in the UK until next year. A real disappointment for Noel who worked so hard for do long to make it reliable for our trip.
Wednesday, 13 November 2013
Tuesday, 22 October 2013
Racing at Castle Combe, UK
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| One of some great photos sent by Robin and Sue Longdon. Paul Smeeth in front of Noel. |
Monday, 7 October 2013
Castle Combe
Just a mile from the most in tact original village in England, Castle Combe, lies the circuit of the same name. A bit tired looking with a track not unlike Goodwood, it hosted a meeting with lots of Jaguars, Austin Healies, Vintage cars and of course, Formula Juniors. Great weather and friendly people.
Unfortunately Noel failed the noise test. There was a mad scramble with friend Robin Longdon and newly met Richard Owen to get him onto the track in time for qualifying. He went out without the rear bodywork in spite of protests from the marshals.
The actual race went well although the muffler lost him some torque and horsepower. Result was he came second in class. Duncan even presented him with a prize which was a nice way to end the racing here.
Unfortunately Noel failed the noise test. There was a mad scramble with friend Robin Longdon and newly met Richard Owen to get him onto the track in time for qualifying. He went out without the rear bodywork in spite of protests from the marshals.
The actual race went well although the muffler lost him some torque and horsepower. Result was he came second in class. Duncan even presented him with a prize which was a nice way to end the racing here.
Saturday, 5 October 2013
Formula Junior
It was great to meet all the FJ people. Everyone very friendly and welcoming. Good field.
No 79 is the best prepared FJ Noel has ever seen.
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