timm9227

Para camper VW T5.1, LWB, Tailgate, 2.5Ltr, 174HP, 2005, 163000 miles. Professionally converted in 2012. Fully kitted out with Reimo pop top, hob, sink, fridge, rib bed, swivel seats, split charge system, solar panel, drive away awning, 240v hook up, tow bar, DAB head unit with reversing camera, removable table plus more. I have replaced many parts over the years with the clutch, drive shafts and wheels being done only last year. It has just passed it's MOT with no advisories. There is plenty of room inside for all your Para gear and toys and even the missus if she's lucky. A good looking versatile van. Reluctantly selling as we've now joined the motorhome brigade. T5 reg included. £19500 ono. PM me for full spec. 

Ye! Thanks Alan and Geoff for using up all of the good weather! I did manage to get a good flight in though above the stunning Cornish coastline. Let's hope Simon works his magic with the weather when the summer fly-in gets the go ahead. See you then. 

Sounds like you need a Dudek Nucleon WRC 31. Fantastic wing. It just so happens I've got one for sale. Whats your weight? And you'd  still have change out of your £1500 as well.

Tim

Has there been a conclusion to this thread that I have missed? The suspense is killing me.

How are they looking Simon? I'm coming up for renewal again!

Looking pretty good to me, especially without a training harness. you'll soon crack it.

Had other arrangements today so not been up but keeping fingers crossed for Tuesday.

Keep up the good work.

Tim

I'm sure they could bolt your Moster to it. Think I'll just bring my brolly  , weather's looking pants. 

Hi Tony. Have you considered the Flylight Peebee ? Sub 70kg microlight that would suit you and your field Down to the ground.. Check it out on their Facebook page. I'm in Cornwall next week, I'll be in touch if I get a chance. Tim.

Is anybody planning on going up on Sunday? It's looking good for an early morning fly with the balloons .

Looks like a lot of restricted airspace but with it being nil wind they shouldn't drift too far into Bristol's CTR.

Hi Rob,

We're only about 15 minutes from you at Pitsford. Why don't you come along and have chat , the weathers looking good for Saturday at the moment. PM you number and I'll give you directions.

Tim

Just had a look at the regs and we don't tick all of the boxes but it would be interesting to know which trophies you are going for and your tactics for the event (if any). Will certainly be buzzing around if it's nice and will pop across and see you.

Tim

Hi

There are a few of us that fly from an airstrip just south of Pitsford reservoir which is just outside Sywells airspace.

If it's flyable then we're up, so hopefully it'll be good that weekend and we'll have to pop over and say hello.

Just ask if you need any local info and we'll be happy to try and help.

Tim

Will be more than happy to make a contibution to the fly in , but I also think you deserve a cut for organising it. Well done and lets hope the weathers on our side.

Thanks

Tim

Personally I'd rather be flying myself than watching other poeple flying around poles, so I say leave it as it is 10/11/12 June. Could you not have another one later in the year if it's a success.

Besides I've had to do alot of grovelling to be allowed out that weekend and I'm away the weekend after.

I think another vote is looming but maybe with fewer options than the last one and not all the same

Tim

Having trouble getting my head around the voting system but would love to come and camp over. Have chosen 2 anyway.

Regards

Tim

My Corsair Black Devils a bit thirsty using about 5 litres an hour and only has a 9 litre tank so I’m struggling to get 2 hours flying time.

With some ambitious cross countries planned for the coming months I was considering fitting a reserve tank.

Working on the basis that my mother in laws piss smells more toxic than unleaded, I’m going to borrow two of her colostomy bags and use them as reserves which should double my flying time, might even make the coast if the winds in the right direction.

Just a bit concerned that if it goes horribly wrong people might think that someone’s dropped a Napalm bomb.

Can’t see any problems myself as long as I wash them out before giving them back to the mother in law.

Any thoughts would be appreciated.

Thanks

Tim

If the odds are right, I might even have a flutter

I'm sure you all know this anyway but just in case,

Sywell's airspace has been extended from 2.3 miles to 3 mile radius from the centre of the runway, bringing it to within 1/2 a mile of the strip at Pitsford.

It runs from the 01/04/11 to 30/06/11, surface to 5000ft during daylight hours.

keep safe

Tim

Hi Dave,

All of the regular paramotorist who use Pitsford all carry gps and we always point out Sywells airspace . There was quite a strong westerly on saturday which may have made someone drift too close but we'll keep an eye on it.

2.5 miles doesn't look far when up there but wouldn't be a bad idea to give a wider berth just in case.

Anyway isn't it time you got your arse up here and got airbourne?

Your kit (and you) must be going rusty by now.

Tim

Nice machine but just check the size of the female spade that goes onto the coil. All the ones I've seen on rotary machines seem to have a 6.3mm female spade going onto a much smaller male spade on the coil.

This does fall off as experienced by a local flyer who owns one and also his prop bolts could do with being about 20mm shorter. Small things I know, but would make a nice machine better.

Maybe I'm too picky(or jealous)

But most of all, roll on some good weather and enjoy.

Tim

Like the "o" ring style but seeing as I only need to replace the one at the moment it looks like I'll opt for another plastic insert.

Thanks for the replies.

Tim

Hi ,

Can anybody tell me where I can purchase the plastic inserts that go in the 4mm triangular maillons that attach the risers to the main paraglider lines? One of mine seems to have gone awol.

Thanks

Tim

Or any rough hookers

Can we bring our own

Always keen to fly in new places.

Good luck finding a location.

Tim