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[TheBoy]

Please keep this to genuine queries so the organisers - mainly Ian_D and AmigoV6 - can answer all queries.  Off topic chat will get nuked. Cheers

[TheBoy]

As a starter for 10, has the BBQ situation been resolved - traditionally at OOF meets, we tend to have a big BBQ that we all gather round in the evenings - which helps make it a more social affair than if everyone all did their own seperate things in their own tents in the evenings.

[tunnie]

let me know you you want anything hauled up in 4 pot, shall be attending with a mate. Should have plenty of space.

Portable bbq will be coming, sourced some lava rock for a tenner from homebase.

[Ian_D]

let me know you you want anything hauled up in 4 pot, shall be attending with a mate. Should have plenty of space.

Portable bbq will be coming, sourced some lava rock for a tenner from homebase.

Long Extension leads! Longer the better! If anyone has any which we can use, bring em!   Other than that, spare car batterys for lights etc in the tent (I've only got one, just hope it lasts!  )

PS: Weather is looking good now   Hope its correct! http://uk.weather.com/weather/10day-York-UKXX0162

[Marks DTM Calib]

I have a 30m extension lead, will bung it in the boot of the bus

[TheBoy]

let me know you you want anything hauled up in 4 pot, shall be attending with a mate. Should have plenty of space.

Portable bbq will be coming, sourced some lava rock for a tenner from homebase.

Long Extension leads! Longer the better! If anyone has any which we can use, bring em!   Other than that, spare car batterys for lights etc in the tent (I've only got one, just hope it lasts!  )

PS: Weather is looking good now   Hope its correct! http://uk.weather.com/weather/10day-York-UKXX0162

Only mickey mouse extn leads here, you know, those crappy JoJo type...

[PaulW]

I also have access to 2x15m extension leads, some 4socket fly extensions (one with a 7 or 10m cable which I made) and some other random bits...

[tunnie]

got couple, dunno how long they are, will chuck em in.

Are we going to need flood lighting? as i can bring that along!  

Looks like this:



It needs a power box for it which i also have...

[TheBoy]

got couple, dunno how long they are, will chuck em in.

Are we going to need flood lighting? as i can bring that along!  

Looks like this:



It needs a power box for it which i also have...

Problem with those lighting types, they do hit gennys hard...

[tunnie]

got couple, dunno how long they are, will chuck em in.

Are we going to need flood lighting? as i can bring that along!  

Looks like this:



It needs a power box for it which i also have...

Problem with those lighting types, they do hit gennys hard...

We got gennys then? No standard power sockets for burger vans?

[nick v6]

ill be having electric from thursday till sunday posibly monday depending on when has to be back at work
so you could always run a long enough power lead to power the flood lights

[TheBoy]

got couple, dunno how long they are, will chuck em in.

Are we going to need flood lighting? as i can bring that along!  

Looks like this:



It needs a power box for it which i also have...

Problem with those lighting types, they do hit gennys hard...

We got gennys then? No standard power sockets for burger vans?

The leccy hookups are part of another site (on same site, if that makes sense). Most of use will be on the field with no leccy, so Ian_D is organising some gennys to run when required (though obviously off at night)

[tunnie]

got couple, dunno how long they are, will chuck em in.

Are we going to need flood lighting? as i can bring that along!  

Looks like this:



It needs a power box for it which i also have...

Problem with those lighting types, they do hit gennys hard...

We got gennys then? No standard power sockets for burger vans?

The leccy hookups are part of another site (on same site, if that makes sense). Most of use will be on the field with no leccy, so Ian_D is organising some gennys to run when required (though obviously off at night)

No point in the flood lights then, as you say they will suck too much juice

[TheBoy]

got couple, dunno how long they are, will chuck em in.

Are we going to need flood lighting? as i can bring that along!  

Looks like this:



It needs a power box for it which i also have...

Problem with those lighting types, they do hit gennys hard...

We got gennys then? No standard power sockets for burger vans?

The leccy hookups are part of another site (on same site, if that makes sense). Most of use will be on the field with no leccy, so Ian_D is organising some gennys to run when required (though obviously off at night)

No point in the flood lights then, as you say they will suck too much juice

And you may need room in your car to cart a few bits for me  

[tunnie]

got couple, dunno how long they are, will chuck em in.

Are we going to need flood lighting? as i can bring that along!  

Looks like this:



It needs a power box for it which i also have...

Problem with those lighting types, they do hit gennys hard...

We got gennys then? No standard power sockets for burger vans?

The leccy hookups are part of another site (on same site, if that makes sense). Most of use will be on the field with no leccy, so Ian_D is organising some gennys to run when required (though obviously off at night)

No point in the flood lights then, as you say they will suck too much juice

And you may need room in your car to cart a few bits for me  

If its food, it may not be there when i arrive  

[Ian_D]

got couple, dunno how long they are, will chuck em in.

Are we going to need flood lighting? as i can bring that along!  

Looks like this:



It needs a power box for it which i also have...

Maybe a bit OTT? Up to you though!

[Ian_D]

got couple, dunno how long they are, will chuck em in.

Are we going to need flood lighting? as i can bring that along!  

Looks like this:



It needs a power box for it which i also have...

Problem with those lighting types, they do hit gennys hard...

We got gennys then? No standard power sockets for burger vans?

The leccy hookups are part of another site (on same site, if that makes sense). Most of use will be on the field with no leccy, so Ian_D is organising some gennys to run when required (though obviously off at night)

The big genny was on last time until about an hr before we all called it a night! (Cant remember what time that was, guessing around midnight - 1:00 ish) I dont mind it been on for the lights, but they maybe a bit too bright on our eyes... that was what I was thinking anyway!

[CaptainZok]

I think the big floods may be a bit overkill for an evenings barbeque/booze up. I remember at Newent a couple of years ago we had some white rope lights which worked well.
Anyone got any of those they can bring along maybe?
The only ones I have are multi coloured but I could bring them if we're stuck.

[TheBoy]

got couple, dunno how long they are, will chuck em in.

Are we going to need flood lighting? as i can bring that along!  

Looks like this:



It needs a power box for it which i also have...

Problem with those lighting types, they do hit gennys hard...

We got gennys then? No standard power sockets for burger vans?

The leccy hookups are part of another site (on same site, if that makes sense). Most of use will be on the field with no leccy, so Ian_D is organising some gennys to run when required (though obviously off at night)

No point in the flood lights then, as you say they will suck too much juice

And you may need room in your car to cart a few bits for me  

If its food, it may not be there when i arrive  

Tractor parts! Maybe a few PC bits as well....

[TheBoy]

got couple, dunno how long they are, will chuck em in.

Are we going to need flood lighting? as i can bring that along!  

Looks like this:



It needs a power box for it which i also have...

Problem with those lighting types, they do hit gennys hard...

We got gennys then? No standard power sockets for burger vans?

The leccy hookups are part of another site (on same site, if that makes sense). Most of use will be on the field with no leccy, so Ian_D is organising some gennys to run when required (though obviously off at night)

The big genny was on last time until about an hr before we all called it a night! (Cant remember what time that was, guessing around midnight - 1:00 ish) I dont mind it been on for the lights, but they maybe a bit too bright on our eyes... that was what I was thinking anyway!

Bear in mind some people may want to get their head down a bit earlier - I normally get to midnight and get tired, or will catch 2nd wind and go on for hours - particularly perhaps those with little ones, so noisy genny may be an issue after, say, 10:30ish?  Also, many of use are under cnavas, so it there are blackpool illuminations outside, that may be an issue after people start going to bed  :-/


I have a rechargable flourescent tube that runs for about 3hrs (1 tube) or 90mins (both tubes) before it needs a charge, which might be handy for later on, and sure a few gas lamps can deal with lighting once people start to want to get their heads down who are pitched nearby.

[TheBoy]

I think the big floods may be a bit overkill for an evenings barbeque/booze up. I remember at Newent a couple of years ago we had some white rope lights which worked well.
Anyone got any of those they can bring along maybe?
The only ones I have are multi coloured but I could bring them if we're stuck.

Broocie's 1970s disco rope light you means

Did work remarkably well, giving a nice, subdued atmosphere

[Ian_D]

I think the big floods may be a bit overkill for an evenings barbeque/booze up. I remember at Newent a couple of years ago we had some white rope lights which worked well.
Anyone got any of those they can bring along maybe?
The only ones I have are multi coloured but I could bring them if we're stuck.

Broocie's 1970s disco rope light you means

Did work remarkably well, giving a nice, subdued atmosphere

Lighting inside the big tent is sorted! Its the lighting for outside(ie walking to / from caravans/tents/bogs thats a bit dark, thats all!)

My genny is noisy tbh, and I forgot that last year there were no kids! So I guess we will have to switch to battery like TB says above around 10:30 mark. (Or when it runs out of petrol like last year a couple of times  )

[CaptainZok]

I think the big floods may be a bit overkill for an evenings barbeque/booze up. I remember at Newent a couple of years ago we had some white rope lights which worked well.
Anyone got any of those they can bring along maybe?
The only ones I have are multi coloured but I could bring them if we're stuck.

Broocie's 1970s disco rope light you means

Did work remarkably well, giving a nice, subdued atmosphere

So if I bring the rope lights, you bring your ABBA cds and we can all dance around one of Loo-knee's handbags.

[Bumbazor]

I've thought about coming as I've got family in York.

I'd only be able to make it for a couple of hours but I'd be really interested in getting opinions on my oil/coolant leak problems.
Would anyone be able to have a look at it for me if I do go? What's the best day to solicit help?

[TheBoy]

I think the big floods may be a bit overkill for an evenings barbeque/booze up. I remember at Newent a couple of years ago we had some white rope lights which worked well.
Anyone got any of those they can bring along maybe?
The only ones I have are multi coloured but I could bring them if we're stuck.

Broocie's 1970s disco rope light you means

Did work remarkably well, giving a nice, subdued atmosphere

Lighting inside the big tent is sorted! Its the lighting for outside(ie walking to / from caravans/tents/bogs thats a bit dark, thats all!)

My genny is noisy tbh, and I forgot that last year there were no kids! So I guess we will have to switch to battery like TB says above around 10:30 mark. (Or when it runs out of petrol like last year a couple of times  )

Mrs TB has camped enough to know to take a torch with her to get to bogs, presumably there is lights in there?

[stuy112]

As a starter for 10, has the BBQ situation been resolved - traditionally at OOF meets, we tend to have a big BBQ that we all gather round in the evenings - which helps make it a more social affair than if everyone all did their own seperate things in their own tents in the evenings.

As said elsewhere I'll have my large gas bbq with me that folks are more than welcome to use. To give a clue to its size it takes 2 to lift and a lot of arguing to get it through the pikey palace door. I'll also have the grill and hobs in the caravan, and the bbq has a hob on the side.

If anyone wants to know where things are locally then feel free to ask Ian or myself and we'll point you in the right direction.

[Andy B]

.....
As said elsewhere I'll have my large gas bbq with me that folks are more than welcome to use. To give a clue to its size it takes 2 to lift and a lot of arguing to get it through the pikey palace door.  ......

I'm sure it features in one of last years photo's, Guy's stood near it!

I can't look now as Can't see photo's at work.  

[Ian_D]

I think the big floods may be a bit overkill for an evenings barbeque/booze up. I remember at Newent a couple of years ago we had some white rope lights which worked well.
Anyone got any of those they can bring along maybe?
The only ones I have are multi coloured but I could bring them if we're stuck.

Broocie's 1970s disco rope light you means

Did work remarkably well, giving a nice, subdued atmosphere

Lighting inside the big tent is sorted! Its the lighting for outside(ie walking to / from caravans/tents/bogs thats a bit dark, thats all!)

My genny is noisy tbh, and I forgot that last year there were no kids! So I guess we will have to switch to battery like TB says above around 10:30 mark. (Or when it runs out of petrol like last year a couple of times  )

Mrs TB has camped enough to know to take a torch with her to get to bogs, presumably there is lights in there?

Yes bogs are all lit up, they are in the pavilion which is mains powered!  

I was meaning more for kids etc... anyway I guess Im over engineering things again! I ALWAYS go OTT with stuff for meets like this... all I can say is 'If you thought I took a load of stuff to the York meet last year, they you aint seen nowt!' Lol!  

My todo / take list is a FULL A4 sheet!  

Stu's knocking at the front door now, so will ask him to check the list and see if i've missed anything!!  

[TheBoy]

As a starter for 10, has the BBQ situation been resolved - traditionally at OOF meets, we tend to have a big BBQ that we all gather round in the evenings - which helps make it a more social affair than if everyone all did their own seperate things in their own tents in the evenings.

As said elsewhere I'll have my large gas bbq with me that folks are more than welcome to use. To give a clue to its size it takes 2 to lift and a lot of arguing to get it through the pikey palace door. I'll also have the grill and hobs in the caravan, and the bbq has a hob on the side.

If anyone wants to know where things are locally then feel free to ask Ian or myself and we'll point you in the right direction.

Is it gas or charcoal? Actually, my Q is more, is there enough stuff (gas or charcoal) to keep it running for all those hungry mouths....

[Vamps]

Bit confused on the 'Hook Up' Ian, thought you said we could hook up to the pavilion rather than generators, or am I getting two separate set ups mixed up :-/ :-/ :-/

[stuy112]

As a starter for 10, has the BBQ situation been resolved - traditionally at OOF meets, we tend to have a big BBQ that we all gather round in the evenings - which helps make it a more social affair than if everyone all did their own seperate things in their own tents in the evenings.

As said elsewhere I'll have my large gas bbq with me that folks are more than welcome to use. To give a clue to its size it takes 2 to lift and a lot of arguing to get it through the pikey palace door. I'll also have the grill and hobs in the caravan, and the bbq has a hob on the side.

If anyone wants to know where things are locally then feel free to ask Ian or myself and we'll point you in the right direction.

Is it gas or charcoal? Actually, my Q is more, is there enough stuff (gas or charcoal) to keep it running for all those hungry mouths....

Its gas, I'll bring a full bottle with me and it wont run out, as a rule a full bottle lasts me about a year, and it gets used most weekends.

Heres a pic of Guy cooking the curry on it last year..

[SP_3.2]

Just to check if anyone will be doing any work on there cars.... I just need to replace a mirror which i could do with some help with as it will need a littel rewiring to work on the elite.

Buy the way i have a set of mv6 spring and shocks if anyone needs then.They are from a facelift Just let me know  

Thanks

Steve.

[Ian_D]

Just to check if anyone will be doing any work on there cars.... I just need to replace a mirror which i could do with some help with as it will need a littel rewiring to work on the elite.

Buy the way i have a set of mv6 spring and shocks if anyone needs then.They are from a facelift Just let me know  

Thanks

Steve.

Yes mate, there will be a few jobs been done down there!  

[PaulW]

Just to check if anyone will be doing any work on there cars.... I just need to replace a mirror which i could do with some help with as it will need a littel rewiring to work on the elite.

Buy the way i have a set of mv6 spring and shocks if anyone needs then.They are from a facelift Just let me know  

Thanks

Steve.

Yes mate, there will be a few jobs been done down there!  

I know one I need doing... I know the look people will be giving me aswell  

[TheBoy]

Just to check if anyone will be doing any work on there cars.... I just need to replace a mirror which i could do with some help with as it will need a littel rewiring to work on the elite.

Buy the way i have a set of mv6 spring and shocks if anyone needs then.They are from a facelift Just let me know  

Thanks

Steve.

I won't be doing much, sadly, as I have orders to take her out for the day...

[PaulW]

I'm not sure whether to go early on the Thursday like a few others, or have an early start Friday and get there for about 10am...  :-/

[amigov6]

I've thought about coming as I've got family in York.

I'd only be able to make it for a couple of hours but I'd be really interested in getting opinions on my oil/coolant leak problems.
Would anyone be able to have a look at it for me if I do go? What's the best day to solicit help?

You'll be welcome to visit & despite Migs in bits everywhere i'm sure someone in the know will give you some pointers on your coolant problem. Guy.

[richardirv]

Will there be Tech 2 Diagnostics available? As you may see in the help thread I have EML on, already changed the MAF and  hasn't worked.

[Marks DTM Calib]

Will there be Tech 2 Diagnostics available? As you may see in the help thread I have EML on, already changed the MAF and  hasn't worked.

Yep

[richardirv]

Will there be Tech 2 Diagnostics available? As you may see in the help thread I have EML on, already changed the MAF and  hasn't worked.

Yep

Sound, is there a chance the code just needs resetting? or should the EML go out when new maf is installed?

[Ian_D]

I'm not sure whether to go early on the Thursday like a few others, or have an early start Friday and get there for about 10am...  :-/

Upto you mate. I will be down Thurs night to put tents up, then i'm going home again!

Wont be back till about 6:00-6:30pm Fri.

[Ian_D]

Will there be Tech 2 Diagnostics available? As you may see in the help thread I have EML on, already changed the MAF and  hasn't worked.

Yep

Sound, is there a chance the code just needs resetting? or should the EML go out when new maf is installed?

Should go out Rich. Can you read the codes doing the pedal trick?

[richardirv]

Will there be Tech 2 Diagnostics available? As you may see in the help thread I have EML on, already changed the MAF and  hasn't worked.

Yep

Sound, is there a chance the code just needs resetting? or should the EML go out when new maf is installed?

Should go out Rich. Can you read the codes doing the pedal trick?

Yeah done that 10 1 10 10, there is a thread in the help section.

[Darth Loo-knee]

Is there showers at this meet?

I as others have children so where do we take them to shower?

Sorry I have found the answer, so i have another question....

Is there a shower curtain so my daughter can get a shower in the womens without her getting seen? I don't suppose many other women will be keen on showering in front of anyone else either :-?

[stuy112]

Is there showers at this meet?

I as others have children so where do we take them to shower?

iirc yep there is showers in the toilet block

I'll be arriving at 7ish on Friday, and I'll get the bbq cranked up straight away. I managed to get Friday booked off at short notice, then a few people have called in sick so I've had to cancel my day off

[Ian_D]

Just got the signs out!  

Most info is available here including my moblie number:
[size=22]http://www.ijdonline.co.uk/oof/rufforth09/[/size]

[Andy B]

Is there showers at this meet?

I as others have children so where do we take them to shower?

Sorry I have found the answer, so i have another question....

Is there a shower curtain so my daughter can get a shower in the womens without her getting seen? I don't suppose many other women will be keen on showering in front of anyone else either :-?

From what I remember they're communal. i used our caravan's shower last year.

[Ian_D]

Is there showers at this meet?

I as others have children so where do we take them to shower?

Sorry I have found the answer, so i have another question....

Is there a shower curtain so my daughter can get a shower in the womens without her getting seen? I don't suppose many other women will be keen on showering in front of anyone else either :-?

From what I remember they're communal. i used our caravan's shower last year.

Sorry, cant say about the womans, as I aint been in there!  

[Andy B]

Is there showers at this meet?

I as others have children so where do we take them to shower?

Sorry I have found the answer, so i have another question....

Is there a shower curtain so my daughter can get a shower in the womens without her getting seen? I don't suppose many other women will be keen on showering in front of anyone else either :-?

From what I remember they're communal. i used our caravan's shower last year.

Sorry, cant say about the womans, as I aint been in there!  

I was refering to the gents!  

[Ian_D]

Is there showers at this meet?

I as others have children so where do we take them to shower?

Sorry I have found the answer, so i have another question....

Is there a shower curtain so my daughter can get a shower in the womens without her getting seen? I don't suppose many other women will be keen on showering in front of anyone else either :-?

From what I remember they're communal. i used our caravan's shower last year.

Sorry, cant say about the womans, as I aint been in there!  

I was refering to the gents!  

Yeah Yeah!  

Nah, I only quoted what you said as I didnt have the time to look for the original question!  

[Darth Loo-knee]

Is there showers at this meet?

I as others have children so where do we take them to shower?

Sorry I have found the answer, so i have another question....

Is there a shower curtain so my daughter can get a shower in the womens without her getting seen? I don't suppose many other women will be keen on showering in front of anyone else either :-?

From what I remember they're communal. i used our caravan's shower last year.

Can't imagine many women wanting a shower then  

[Andy B]

Is there showers at this meet?

I as others have children so where do we take them to shower?

Sorry I have found the answer, so i have another question....

Is there a shower curtain so my daughter can get a shower in the womens without her getting seen? I don't suppose many other women will be keen on showering in front of anyone else either :-?

From what I remember they're communal. i used our caravan's shower last year.

Can't imagine many women wanting a shower then  

I'm sure the main door to the showers is lockable though.  :-/ You could always stand guard ... on the outside of the door.  

[Jimbob]

Is there showers at this meet?

I as others have children so where do we take them to shower?

Sorry I have found the answer, so i have another question....

Is there a shower curtain so my daughter can get a shower in the womens without her getting seen? I don't suppose many other women will be keen on showering in front of anyone else either :-?

From what I remember they're communal. i used our caravan's shower last year.

Can't imagine many women wanting a shower then  

I will volunteer to hold towels up so noone (else) can see  

[PaulW]

Is there showers at this meet?

I as others have children so where do we take them to shower?

Sorry I have found the answer, so i have another question....

Is there a shower curtain so my daughter can get a shower in the womens without her getting seen? I don't suppose many other women will be keen on showering in front of anyone else either :-?

From what I remember they're communal. i used our caravan's shower last year.

Can't imagine many women wanting a shower then  

I'm sure the main door to the showers is lockable though.  :-/ You could always stand guard ... on the outside of the door.  

You can just picture it can't you... Like the Black Knight from Monty Python & the Holy Grail...  but somehow... different



None Shall Pass!

 

[Andy B]

.........
None Shall Pass!

 

           

[Ian_D]

Here we go.... A photo of the site entrance with the sign I made!  

[Andy B]

Here we go.... A photo of the site entrance with the sign I made!  

 .......

I still think you could've used last years!          

[Andy B]

For ref.
If the lorry/HGV turned left out of the site he'd be driving TO Rufforth!  

[Ian_D]

Here we go.... A photo of the site entrance with the sign I made!  

 .......

I still think you could've used last years!          

PMSL!!

I will bring it Andy... JUST for you!   Hows that?!  

[Ian_D]

For ref.
If the lorry/HGV turned left out of the site he'd be driving TO Rufforth!  

Correct, There is a Post Office there which sell bits and bobs!  

Also if your wanting a trip to Clifton Moor shopping centre, If you turn Right (where the lorry is going) then turn left at the roundabout, and keep following the road striaght ahead (and turn right at the 4th roundabout i think) you will have Tesco, B&Q, McD's, BurgerKing, Wickes, Argos, Currys, ToysRus, Pubs, Cinema, Petrol Staiton and Loads of other crap!  

Ohhh god... its one of them days!  

[Marks DTM Calib]

I have a question....whos cooking mine and juniors tea?

Who is the nominated tea waller?

[TheBoy]

I have a question....whos cooking mine and juniors tea?

Who is the nominated tea waller?

Stuey is bringing big BBQ, so he is bob.dent for the weekend

I'll have my usual assortment of twin cooker with grill, and another single burner is Will has other requirements

[Black Knight]

I may well pop up and see you guys after work today.

Be about 14:20.

[Marks DTM Calib]

I have a question....whos cooking mine and juniors tea?

Who is the nominated tea waller?

Stuey is bringing big BBQ, so he is bob.dent for the weekend

I'll have my usual assortment of twin cooker with grill, and another single burner is Will has other requirements

Will be on sausages and other stuff.....hes pretty easy going on that.

Hes quite a curry fan to.  

[CaptainZok]

I have a question....whos cooking mine and juniors tea?

Who is the nominated tea waller?

Stuey is bringing big BBQ, so he is bob.dent for the weekend

I'll have my usual assortment of twin cooker with grill, and another single burner is Will has other requirements

Will be on sausages and other stuff.....hes pretty easy going on that.

Hes quite a curry fan to.  

Wonder who he takes after?