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THE NEWLY FORMED “FLYING COLUMN” HIGH NELLY CLUB HAS WON FIRST PRIZE IN THE MAJOR FLOAT SECTION OF THE CASTLECOMER WELLIE RACE PARADE. WELL DONE TO ALL CONCERNED
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CONGRATULATIONS TO TWO MEMBERS OF OUR CLUB COMMITTEE
FIRSTLY TO Mr SEAN DOHENY ON WINNING A CAR IN THE CREDIT UNION DRAW
AND SECONDLY TO Mr EAMON FOLEY ON BECOMING A GRANDDAD FOR THE FIRST TIME TO A LITTLE GIRL
THAT WILL KEEP BOTH OF THEM BUSY FOR A WHILE
BY THE WAY WE HAVE A ” NEW YEARS DAY RUN “ TO TRAMORE MEETING AT TUBS AND TILES AT 11.30
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A NEWLY FORMED HIGH NELLY CLUB KNOW AS “THE FLYING COLUMN” WILL HAVE ITS FIRST OFFICIAL OUTING AT THIS YEARS WELLIE RACE IN CASTLECOMER THIS NEW YEARS DAY
THE CLUB WHICH MEETS ONCE A WEEK FOR TRAINING IS NAMES AFTER THE FLYING COLUMNS THAT WERE PART OF THE “WAR OF INDEPENDENCE”. MEMBERS WEAR THE UNIFORM OF A TRENCH COAT ,FLAT CAP OR A HAT ,BANDOLIER, IMITATION RIFLE OR REVOLVER AND A SAM BROWN BELT.
MEMBERS ORIGINALLY GOT TOGETHER IN 2009 WHEN THEY CYCLED TO THE ALL IRELAND ON THEIR HIGH NELLYS FOR CHARITY ANG HOPE TO KEEP RAISING FUNDS FOR LOCAL CHARITIES AS WELL AS HAVING A BIT OF FUN AND KEEPING FIT
ALL YOU NEED IS A HIGH NELLY TO JOIN THE CLUB AND IT CAN BE IN ANY CONDITION AS LONG AS IT IS SAFE TO GO ON THE ROAD
THEY MEET EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT 8 AND CAN BE CONTACTED ON 086 1690659
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THE IRISH VINTAGE SOCIETY HAVE LAUNCHED A NEW WEBSITE THAT’S WELL WORTH A LOOK
The Irish Vintage Society (IVS) is a nationwide network of vintage groups and enthusiasts who share a common interest in the preservation of our heritage. Rescuing, restoring and exhibiting vintage machinery and artefacts are the key focus areas of the society members.
www.irishvintage.net
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1 The ideal place to store your classic is in a garage with a de-humidifier or corrosion inhibitor in the room. Garages are often damp, which will accelerate the problem of rust. Remember that ventilation is the key to avoiding any build-up of condensation – open the garage doors and windows on fine winter days if you do not have a de-humidifier.
2 Always store your classic car after it’s been cleaned and don’t forget to wash the undercarriage which is where your car is most likely to fall victim to rust. Make sure you wax the bodywork carefully, not forgetting the underside of doors, the bonnet and the boot.
3 Wind down the windows, leaving a 3cm gap to prevent the interior from becoming musty and damp. Chrome fittings can be protected with a layer of chrome polish and leather seats kept supple by wiping down with warm soapy water before applying a generous coat of saddle soap.
4 Drain down the cooling system and, before refilling, flush out the system to remove any sludge which may have built up and be affecting your classic’s efficiency. Refill with a solution of antifreeze.
5 Before your car hibernates for the winter, make sure you change your oil and oil filter, which will protect the internal parts of your engine against the hydro-carbons and contaminates that can lurk in old oil. Similarly, fill your fuel tank up before the winter – it will help to prevent moisture from condensing inside the tank and, as an added bonus, you’ll avoid the inevitable petrol price hikes and be ready to hit the road in the spring.
6 Remove the battery and keep it on a permanent trickle charge, or alternatively charge it in the normal way once a week. Store the battery at as close to room temperature as possible and off the floor so that it doesn’t discharge.
7 Remove the car’s bulbs and cover the contacts in a protective layer of petroleum jelly to prevent oxidization and soak all the locks and hinges with a spray lubricant to stop them seizing through lack of use.
8 Ensure you leave the handbrake off to prevent the brakes from seizing. Inevitably, rust will build up on the drums, but you can prevent this from becoming a problem by spinning the wheels occasionally.
9 If you use a car cover, ensure you place it on the car when it is clean and dry to protect it against scratches, dirt and dust and never cover your car with plastic or a tarpaulin. These will trap moisture and cause the paint to bubble and rust to form. You can use soft blocks to raise the cover off the car itself as a precaution.
10 Protect yourself and your car – even though you may not be using your classic, don’t let the insurance and MOT expire, especially the former as any problem with the vehicle, such as theft or fire, could leave you unprotected. And if your car is taxed for 12 months, it’s a legal requirement to keep it fully insured all year round.
One of the best reasons for starting and driving old cars once a month or so is to maintain a film of protective motor oil on internal engine surfaces. This film prevents oxidation and corrosion of internal engine parts by keeping air and corrosive agents away from them. If air can’t reach the metal, it’s protected. But after sitting for many weeks, this film no longer protects your engine, and damage can occur. So, starting the engine regularly helps to keep it in good shape. But, there’s a catch. You must run the engine long enough for it to completely warm up to normal operating temperature, and then add about 20-30 minutes to that to allow time for it to burn off all the bad junk circulating in the oil.
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ONE OF OUR MEMBERS LOOKING FOR A CHANCE TO GET A COPY OF SOME PHOTOS
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THANKS TO OUR CLUB OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER MR DOM BOLGER
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WE HAD A GREAT CROWD AT OUR MEETING TODAY WITH OVER 60 MEMBERS AND FRIENDS ATTENDING . OUR SPECIAL GUEST WENT DOWN WELL ESPECIALLY WITH OUR TIPP FRIENDS , WITH TOM CAREY TAKING A SPECIAL LIKING TO THE “LIAM McCARTY CUP”
Sarah with “LIAM”
OUR NEXT GUEST WAS Dr WILSON WHO REPRESENTED THE CARLOW /KILKENNY HOME CARE TEAM AND WHO WAS HANDED A CHEQUE FOR €3000 WHICH CLUB MEMBERS HAD RAISED EARLIER IN THE YEAR WITH A ROAD RUN
WE THEN GOT Dr WILSON TO DRAW THE TICKET FOR THE BIKE AND PUT IT IN A ENVELOPE TILL AL THE OTHER PRIZES WERE GIVEN OUT, TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTION
THE MOMENT OF TRUTH
WINNER ALL RIGHT Mr Tom Nevin
CONGRATULATIONS TO TOM HOPE YOU HAVE MANY MILES OF FUN
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