roodog911 Posted 14August, 2014 Report Share Posted 14August, 2014 Ok Newcastle folks, how about a drive on the weekend of 23/24 Aug? I am happy to go either day and no preference on direction. Possibly just meet somewhere for a coffee and go from there?Cheers Antony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter M Posted 14August, 2014 Report Share Posted 14August, 2014 Antony,Great idea to arrange a drive for the Newcastle dudes!I'll be there. Can't actually think of a destination to suggest though.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corki944 Posted 14August, 2014 Report Share Posted 14August, 2014 Well done Antony. Great idea and work permitting I would love to join you all for a drive. Like the idea of a coffee to, especially if its early !!!!!! Will try and think of somewhere to go as well but just happy for a drive. Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamr Posted 14August, 2014 Report Share Posted 14August, 2014 Hey All, I'm not sure if you guys are aware, but the Mainland Motor Fest is on Sunday 24th..... From what I can see, it's quite a large show with everything from vintage to modern.... Normally, I'd be the first one at the meeting point but as long as the weather is good, I thought I'd put my car in for a showing..... If any of you get out there on Sunday, come and say hello..... Otherwise, pretty much any other time I'm up for a meet , greet and drive..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Posted 14August, 2014 Report Share Posted 14August, 2014 Yeah I should be up for something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 16August, 2014 Report Share Posted 16August, 2014 Should be ok for this. Sunday? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roodog911 Posted 17August, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 17August, 2014 Thanks Dreamr, good suggestion and cost of entry is for a good cause. Here's the details for the Maitland Show:Date: 23 & 24 August 2014Venue:Maitland Showground, Blomfield Street, Maitland NSW 2320When:10.00am - 4.00pmCost:Swap Meet $3.00 general public, $15.00 per site. Show 'n' Shine $10.00 general public per group of 4 people.Contact:Bruce Corke, Phone:0415 580 425, Email: jencor34@tpg.com.auMaitland Motor Fest will host a unique range of exhibits including street machines, military vehicles, speedway bikes, sidecars and hot rods. Proceeds are generously being donated to The Mai-Wel Group and Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.The Show 'n' Shine will be on Sunday, 24 August.One idea might be to meet in Newcastle for a coffee say 8am, then leave for Maitland at 9am. We could have a look around the show then people depart when ready?Only issue is not much driving - alternatively happy just to go for a drive?Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamr Posted 17August, 2014 Report Share Posted 17August, 2014 Thanks roodog, I wasn't trying to put a damper on the smt, just let you guys know that it was on..... normally I'd be keen as mustard to go with you guys, just planned for the last few weeks to go to this with the family... If any of you guys get there, drop past and say hi..... if not, enjoy your drive.... Look forward to catching up on the next one..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter M Posted 17August, 2014 Report Share Posted 17August, 2014 We could always just do an early run to East Gresford or Dungog via the killer set of 3rd gear curves on Bingleburra Road, for breakfast/coffee, allowing those who wish to attend the show plenty of time to do so?Not quite 200km:https://www.google.com.au/maps/dir/Wallsend+NSW/East+Branxton+NSW/East+Gresford+NSW/Dungog+NSW/Martins+Creek+NSW/Wallsend+NSW/@-32.648263,151.2564533,10z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m38!4m37!1m5!1m1!1s0x6b7338dc137b0a09:0x5017d681632f620!2m2!1d151.6695469!2d-32.9020155!1m5!1m1!1s0x6b734cfcf45287eb:0x5017d6816333840!2m2!1d151.3614565!2d-32.6567726!1m5!1m1!1s0x6b74a680b1599301:0x40609b490438230!2m2!1d151.5565216!2d-32.4256066!1m5!1m1!1s0x6b7499af6c6120f3:0x40609b4904381e0!2m2!1d151.7576444!2d-32.4016808!1m5!1m1!1s0x6b735e7eed3f7a85:0x40609b490438650!2m2!1d151.6213829!2d-32.55643!1m5!1m1!1s0x6b7338dc137b0a09:0x5017d681632f620!2m2!1d151.6695469!2d-32.9020155!3e0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamr Posted 17August, 2014 Report Share Posted 17August, 2014 If I didn't have to be at the show by 7.30, I would have been there for sure..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roodog911 Posted 17August, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 17August, 2014 Sounds good Peter - I should be deaf after 200km!RV Hexham Maccas at 7am?? What do you think?I would be keen to go to the car show after a drive.Cheers Antony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 17August, 2014 Report Share Posted 17August, 2014 That sounds like a plan Pete, coffee at Dungog, and still time to do the show. Wallsend may be a better meet point then straight up the Hunter Expressway to Branxton? Got some earplugs Antony? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roodog911 Posted 18August, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 18August, 2014 Yep! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roodog911 Posted 22August, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 22August, 2014 Gents, the weather has been dodgy all week but Friday has turned out nice so fingers crossed for Sunday. The forecast is rain all weekend so I propose we make an assessment Saturday evening and post up a go/no go?If we do go, suggest meet at Wallsend Shell 7am?Cheers Antony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roodog911 Posted 23August, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 23August, 2014 Ok guys, due to the absolutely dodgy weather we are currently experiencing, and the apparent lack of interest this week, tomorrows proposed drive is cancelled.Lets try again when this rain moves on.Cheers Antony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter M Posted 23August, 2014 Report Share Posted 23August, 2014 Oh Antony, now ya tell me as I've just pumped up 8 tyres in preparation! Let you off this time but keen to catch up soon. Maybe next weekend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 23August, 2014 Report Share Posted 23August, 2014 Ok no worries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corki944 Posted 23August, 2014 Report Share Posted 23August, 2014 No worries guys, still quite wet here as well, trying to find paddle to get out of driveway! Update post when u want to reschedule Antony & we will get to it. Is anyone still going to Maitland show? Might see you there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 23August, 2014 Report Share Posted 23August, 2014 Maitland showground will be bog city with this weather we have had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corki944 Posted 23August, 2014 Report Share Posted 23August, 2014 Thanks Tingy, Maybe worth staying home if its raining anyway. Will catch up with you on next drive ok. Hope Dreamr has gum boots & a towel....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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