finlo Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 Just now, Shake me up Judy said: The cars in those days were often virtually rebuilt and modified for racing and rallying. Very different suspension and race tuned engines. They were never showroom cars despite the sales and marketing spin. The one displayed to the public in the showroom was pretty much standard however the one used for the laps (hidden in the workshop) was far from it! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Onchan Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 27 minutes ago, wrighty said: Listening to Manx Radio TT just prior to the practice. Gobsmacked to hear an advert for these guys: https://motorcyclefunerals.com/ And MF posters get accused of being crass. https://motorcyclefunerals.com/from-sheet-metal-worker-to-motorcycle-minister-the-inspirational-story-of-the-faster-pastor-and-his-sidecar-hearse The bit I can't quite get my head round is this comment: Quote If we only get one a day, it’s a quiet time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blade Runner Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 57 minutes ago, The Phantom said: I was amazed Pond managed to get the Rover round corners. Such a random choice of vehicle. He stayed at the Ravensdale Castle Hotel in Ballaugh when he did those laps, I was in the hotel at the same time. All I can say is, (due to NDA's) 🙂 Tony had a Huge Moustache................ And was a really, really nice guy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Ship Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 Whatever happened to the Ravensdale? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blade Runner Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 3 minutes ago, Ghost Ship said: Whatever happened to the Ravensdale? It was turned into a house and was for sale last year IIRC Don't know if it still is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manxchester Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 After the fake green lane notices people in Ramsey have reported getting the attached notices. Genuine Jobsworth from the DoI or more mischief making, surely got to be the 2nd?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shake me up Judy Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 30 minutes ago, Ghost Ship said: Whatever happened to the Ravensdale? Used to be a great spot for a couple of pints. There were many places like it at one time. It's been a private home and was certainly lived in recently. Being up a private drive you can't really get a look at it anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevster Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 Podcast from The Times. A few factual errors about the IoM, but I thought an interesting listen Here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Passing Time Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 On 5/30/2023 at 8:20 PM, A fool and his money..... said: Yours doesn't seem to mind. Necrophilia your thing then... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Beeching Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 3 hours ago, wrighty said: Listening to Manx Radio TT just prior to the practice. Gobsmacked to hear an advert for these guys: https://motorcyclefunerals.com/ And MF posters get accused of being crass. They know their market. Bit like Dead Happy Life Insurance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hissingsid Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 There is a local company that provides this service already however they do not advertise around race week as they think it is poor taste. The company that are advertising are from the adjacent Island they and Manx Radio are without shame. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Beeching Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 4 minutes ago, hissingsid said: There is a local company that provides this service already however they do not advertise around race week as they think it is poor taste. The company that are advertising are from the adjacent Island they and Manx Radio are without shame. Would you have an issue with football themed funerals being advertised on Sky Sports? Funeral companies advertise on day time TV all the time, just when old people are likely to be watching. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallMeCurious Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 On 5/28/2023 at 11:05 PM, alpha-acid said: If they have a UK licence unenforceable so pointless So they cant use APNR and DVLA to check for license and insurance? Sadly it seems like it'll take a serious crash or fatality before this get sorted. Prettty sure peanlty points here apply to UK licenses . https://m.facebook.com/iomrpu/photos/two-topics-have-raised-their-ugly-head-again-this-week-on-numerous-forums-so-for/1232277756898530/ So it seems you a driving ban will apply in the UK but not the points which go on a Manx 'ghost license'. So basically Uk drivers get a 12 free points to play with. No wonder they don't give a toss about rules here then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emesde Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 25 minutes ago, CallMeCurious said: So they cant use APNR and DVLA to check for license and insurance? Sadly it seems like it'll take a serious crash or fatality before this get sorted. Prettty sure peanlty points here apply to UK licenses . https://m.facebook.com/iomrpu/photos/two-topics-have-raised-their-ugly-head-again-this-week-on-numerous-forums-so-for/1232277756898530/ So it seems you a driving ban will apply in the UK but not the points which go on a Manx 'ghost license'. So basically Uk drivers get a 12 free points to play with. No wonder they don't give a toss about rules here then. Similarly UK courts cannot put points onto an Isle of Man License Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Power Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 5 hours ago, finlo said: Well it was fully race prepped despite their claims otherwise. Nothing like the level of preparation of the Subaru. The Rover had decent tyres, shocks and brake pads. The Subaru was a racing car, specially built for the job. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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