Goldsmith May 2014
 

A wet and cold Rally this time around but still fun for those who attended.
I had my Cliff and Bunting there for the first time but didn't do a lot of distance cause it isn't much fun driving through mud.
Had a good go at some belt work with my new generator set up which kept the old girl busy for a couple of hours before it started to rain IN the shed from the condensate on the underside of the roof.
Not many pics but a few to give you the flavour of the weekend.
Enjoy.

Spotted this little gem having a play during one of the dry spells.

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Nice portable having a run in one of the big sheds.

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In the same shed this rather rare machine.

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A few tractions braved the elements but the Grand Parade was pretty short on both days.

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This interesting roller demonstrates the problems of a wet weekend. She was stuck fast.

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This portable was running well but she was big enough for the crew to shelter under when it rained.

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This is an old friend of mine visiting for the weekend. Still looking good.

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I was sheltering next to this portable during a downpour so took some pictures of it.
How would you like to have to find a new water pump.

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Last my little machine on belt duty.
Sounded great but past a certain point the fireman had to get stuck in.
Amazing how fast they can use water and coal when you start to push them.

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Some more pictures from Lake Goldsmith rally.



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Some interesting pics. It's great to see those engines restored with their correct 'colonial' fittings.