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UK RUSS 1960 OLDS · 07-18-2012, 10:03 AM

Hi All,

I don't know if it is of any interest to you but i am based in the UK and go to quite a few shows and events over here, taking many pictures along the way.

I am in the process of up loading my pictures to a photobucket account so i can put them on some of the UK forums i go on. I generally put picture threads up by individual event.

Here are a few pics from different events just to give you an idea.

UK RUSS 1960 OLDS · 07-18-2012, 10:04 AM

Sorry had to split this post in half to many pics.

If this is the type of stuff that would be of interest to members of the forum i can post it up at the same time as i post it up here in the UK.

Most of my pics are from Kustom, Rod, Classic, and Drag Racing events, ranging from the early 1980's to the present day.

I will have a look back a bit later and see whether opinion thinks it suitable.

Bye for now.

Cheers.

Russ.

**brett4christ** · 07-18-2012, 10:07 AM

More, please!

Love the COE and the mint green coupe in the background!

thunderzy · 07-18-2012, 10:07 AM

Awesome!!

A32Flathead · 07-18-2012, 10:11 AM

Good stuff....how recent is the picture of Al O'Conners car? I grew up watching that car race...

**Mogger** · 07-18-2012, 10:20 AM

Awesome! Looking forward to seeing more. Always fascinating to see how others modify their vehicles in other countries, no matter what type of vehicle it is.

Thanks for sharing

UK RUSS 1960 OLDS · 07-18-2012, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by A32Flathead

Good stuff....how recent is the picture of Al O'Conners car? I grew up watching that car race...

Hi A32Flathead,

That picture was Sunday just gone, i was up in the pits talking to Al, Ginner and Dave Eddy just after i took the pics, the event was Dragstalgia held at Santa Pod Raceway.

Al and the car have still got it, they ran a 10 a couple of hours after i took the pics. Al's reactions are still lightning quick, as you can see from these couple of pics.

Ginner's Fordson in the far lane.

Cheers.

Russ.

**Mr48chev** · 07-18-2012, 10:26 AM

Nice photos and we always like to see traditonal cars and race cars from other countries.

UK RUSS 1960 OLDS · 07-18-2012, 11:12 AM

Hi All,

Al's Gasser at the Easter Thunderball 1990, it was a brilliant weekend until Darryl Gwynn's horrific accident, although us racers still went out on the bank holiday monday it was with a heavy heart and the whole atmosphere was very subdued.

Cheers.

Russ.

BOWTIE BROWN · 07-18-2012, 11:36 AM

Look good from where iam sittin . THANXZ
B.B.

junkyardgenius · 07-18-2012, 11:45 AM

Great stuff, no complaints so far. more please...

**hotroddon** · 07-18-2012, 11:51 AM

I think there is plenty of interest in what you are doing, and Thanks for posting the pics.
But a word or advice - keep it on track as to HAMB Friendly - in other words, lose the late model stuff, the rear engine dragsters, The Rat Rod, Camaro, British Sports cars, Bikes etc.
The folks on here are pretty particular about keeping this forum focused on Traditional Hot Rods and Customs
Again, Thanks for sharing

Saxman · 07-18-2012, 12:22 PM

Good stuff. Thanks for sharing.

UK RUSS 1960 OLDS · 07-18-2012, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotroddon

I think there is plenty of interest in what you are doing, and Thanks for posting the pics.
But a word or advice - keep it on track as to HAMB Friendly - in other words, lose the late model stuff, the rear engine dragsters, The Rat Rod, Camaro, British Sports cars, Harley etc.
The folks on here are pretty particular about keeping this forum focused on Traditional Hot Rods and Customs
Again, Thanks for sharing

Hi Don,

Metalshapes has already removed the ones in question, also sent me a PM.

Will try to keep an eye on it in future, another site i go on doesn't do shiney or alloy wheels.

Cheers.

Russ.

rrbrucea · 07-18-2012, 12:57 PM

I want the XK120!

66Newport · 07-18-2012, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UK RUSS 1960 OLDS

Hi All,

I don't know if it is of any interest to you but i am based in the UK and go to quite a few shows and events over here, taking many pictures along the way.

.

Thanks for the pictures. I love the Jags...but what is the bottom one here? Looks like a miniature '55 Chevy. I like it.

**hotrod40coupe** · 07-18-2012, 01:07 PM

Love to see what is going on the other side of the pond. It really is a shame you have to run fenders over there.

Dane · 07-18-2012, 01:13 PM

I always like to see what's going on with hot rods in other parts of the world. This one gets my tail waggin

UK RUSS 1960 OLDS · 07-18-2012, 01:38 PM

Hi 66Newport,

The one you ask about is a Humber Hawk it belongs to Nigel Speed a friend of over 20 years.

As you pointed out this is probably the nearest we ever got to a 55 Chevy on the UK car market.

The car is a real sleeper, when he got it it still had it's original 2.3 four pot but he has converted it to a Ford 302, AOD, and now runs on LPG which makes sense over here with petrol around £7.00 per gallon.

I have got some more pics of it at a different shows which i will post up in the future once i have loaded them on to PhotoBucket.

Cheers.

Russ.

UK RUSS 1960 OLDS · 07-18-2012, 02:25 PM

Hi All,

Here are a few more pics from the Buntingford Show 03-09-2011.

Cheers.

Russ.

07-18-2012, 10:03 AM	#1
UK RUSS 1960 OLDS Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Huntingdon UK Posts: 1,246	Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Hi All, I don't know if it is of any interest to you but i am based in the UK and go to quite a few shows and events over here, taking many pictures along the way. I am in the process of up loading my pictures to a photobucket account so i can put them on some of the UK forums i go on. I generally put picture threads up by individual event. Here are a few pics from different events just to give you an idea. Last edited by UK RUSS 1960 OLDS; 11-05-2012 at 06:47 AM. Reason: change pic

07-18-2012, 10:04 AM	#2
UK RUSS 1960 OLDS Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Huntingdon UK Posts: 1,246	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Sorry had to split this post in half to many pics. If this is the type of stuff that would be of interest to members of the forum i can post it up at the same time as i post it up here in the UK. Most of my pics are from Kustom, Rod, Classic, and Drag Racing events, ranging from the early 1980's to the present day. I will have a look back a bit later and see whether opinion thinks it suitable. Bye for now. Cheers. Russ. Last edited by metalshapes; 07-18-2012 at 12:00 PM. Reason: O/T cars removed

07-18-2012, 10:07 AM	#3
brett4christ Alliance Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 2,505	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum More, please! Love the COE and the mint green coupe in the background! __________________ 3 nails, a cross, and the sins of the world! H.A.M.B. Chapel CrossMembers CC My Pinstripes "You've obviously underestimated the value of an Edsel!" - Delton

07-18-2012, 10:07 AM	#4
thunderzy FNG Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: detroit Posts: 5	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Awesome!!

07-18-2012, 10:11 AM	#5
A32Flathead Old School HAMBer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: 95008 CA.USA, formerly London, England Posts: 9,407	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Good stuff....how recent is the picture of Al O'Conners car? I grew up watching that car race... __________________ Sarcasm...just one more valuable service I offer... Road Devils Car Club TM www.calik9.com

07-18-2012, 10:20 AM	#6
Mogger Alliance Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Central Alberta Posts: 19	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Awesome! Looking forward to seeing more. Always fascinating to see how others modify their vehicles in other countries, no matter what type of vehicle it is. Thanks for sharing

07-18-2012, 10:26 AM	#8
Mr48chev Alliance Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Yakima Valley, WA Posts: 15,437	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Nice photos and we always like to see traditonal cars and race cars from other countries. __________________ Definition of a "work car". One you have to work on all weekend so you can drive it to work the next week.

07-18-2012, 11:12 AM	#9
UK RUSS 1960 OLDS Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Huntingdon UK Posts: 1,246	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Hi All, Al's Gasser at the Easter Thunderball 1990, it was a brilliant weekend until Darryl Gwynn's horrific accident, although us racers still went out on the bank holiday monday it was with a heavy heart and the whole atmosphere was very subdued. Cheers. Russ.

07-18-2012, 11:36 AM	#10
BOWTIE BROWN Alliance Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: STUCKIN KANSAS Posts: 3,323	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Look good from where iam sittin . THANXZ B.B. __________________ BOWTIE BROWN YESTERDAY IS A MEMORY ...TOMORROW IS A VISION .....TODAY IS A BITCH WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT.

07-18-2012, 11:45 AM	#11
junkyardgenius Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Kernow Posts: 498	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Great stuff, no complaints so far. more please... __________________ It,s been lonesome in the saddle since my horse died.

07-18-2012, 11:51 AM	#12
hotroddon Alliance Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Orange, So Cal Posts: 10,271	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum I think there is plenty of interest in what you are doing, and Thanks for posting the pics. But a word or advice - keep it on track as to HAMB Friendly - in other words, lose the late model stuff, the rear engine dragsters, The Rat Rod, Camaro, British Sports cars, Bikes etc. The folks on here are pretty particular about keeping this forum focused on Traditional Hot Rods and Customs Again, Thanks for sharing __________________ HOT RODDING - It used to be about the cars, now it's just a freakin Fashion Show Last edited by hotroddon; 07-18-2012 at 01:40 PM.

07-18-2012, 12:22 PM	#13
Saxman Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fallbrook, California Posts: 1,916	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Good stuff. Thanks for sharing. __________________ 1954 Design Company Hot Rod Shift Knobs

07-18-2012, 12:57 PM	#15
rrbrucea Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North Carolina Posts: 578	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum I want the XK120! __________________ Bruce Unfortunately nothing traditional in the sig YET... www.AnlikerArtSigns.com

07-18-2012, 01:07 PM	#17
hotrod40coupe Alliance Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: HENDERSON, NV Posts: 2,374	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Love to see what is going on the other side of the pond. It really is a shame you have to run fenders over there. __________________ Racing is the process of turning money into noise.

07-18-2012, 01:13 PM	#18
Dane Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Soquel, CA Posts: 1,011	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum I always like to see what's going on with hot rods in other parts of the world. This one gets my tail waggin

07-18-2012, 01:38 PM	#19
UK RUSS 1960 OLDS Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Huntingdon UK Posts: 1,246	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Hi 66Newport, The one you ask about is a Humber Hawk it belongs to Nigel Speed a friend of over 20 years. As you pointed out this is probably the nearest we ever got to a 55 Chevy on the UK car market. The car is a real sleeper, when he got it it still had it's original 2.3 four pot but he has converted it to a Ford 302, AOD, and now runs on LPG which makes sense over here with petrol around £7.00 per gallon. I have got some more pics of it at a different shows which i will post up in the future once i have loaded them on to PhotoBucket. Cheers. Russ.

07-18-2012, 02:25 PM	#20
UK RUSS 1960 OLDS Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Huntingdon UK Posts: 1,246	Re: Would This Be Of Interest To The Forum Hi All, Here are a few more pics from the Buntingford Show 03-09-2011. Cheers. Russ.

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