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Could I please bring the OP to your attention once again?

I have a couple of enquirers wishing to complete their collections so if anyone ha a copy of ME4542 they do not wish to keep would you please contct me directly?

Many thanks

Diane

Okay. Which year was the second IMLEC?
Which year was the third IMLEC?

If 1969 was the first, then
1970 was the second
1971 was the third
1972 was the fourth
1973 was the fifth
1974 was the sixth
1975 was the seventh
1976 was the eighth
1977 was the ninth
1978 was the tenth
...
2018 is the fiftieth IMLEC

2019 is arguably the fiftieth anniversary inasmuch as 1970 was the first anniversary.

Or is it me ...?

What's all this wit worth?

Hi Paul

Unlike Birthdays, we do count the frst one as number one, therefore the fiftieth will be 2018. 2019 would be the 51st.

2019 would be the fiftieth 'anniversary' perhaps.

I had the same dilema at first but then thought about it...

Diane

ps - we haven't taken the missing one into account.

Would any reader/ susbscriber who normally disposes of their copy of Model Engineer once it has been read, kindly hold on to Issue No. 4542 (2nd September) if possible.

A large geographical area covering Hampshire and parts of Dorset (and possibly beyond) was affected by the Royal Mail apparently losing mail bags, resulting in all subscribers in that area missing their copy of this issue. All warehouse stock has now been exhausted.

To some, this leaves a gap in an otherwise unbroken collection. I would like to be able to coordinate passing on a second hand copy to those people if at all possible.

Please email me (see 'Contact us' below) if you are able to help or if you are one of those in the South who has been affected.

Thank you
Diane

This notice is completely separate from any issues subscribers may wish to raise with the supplier regarding compensation. Please direct those enquiries to the normal point of contact.

Edited By Diane Carney on 18/10/2016 15:14:09

Colin has been found.

Thanks
Diane

I have been approached by someone who is trying to trace Colin Sears. He was formerly of the St. Albans MES but latterly in Scotland. If you know of Colin would you please send me a PM or telephone me (number in the inside front cover of the Mdel Engineer).

Thank you
Diane

Geoff will be back - don't fret. He's been on 'is 'ols ...

Absolutely no fun at all. Let's keep stirring the vipers ...

Thanks Jason. You beat me to it!

I have posted this elsewhere but thought it might be helpful to start a new thread with a clear title.

Accessing Brooklands by Public Transport.

On Friday and Saturday there is a frequent bus service - Route No. 436 - from Weybridge Station to Mercedes Benz World which is adjacent and leaves just a short walk to the Museum entrance. Unfortunately there is no bus service on a Sunday.

If taking a taxi from the Station ask the driver to take you to Campbell Gate (Members' Hill); this is a much shorter journey than to the usual public entrance (i.e. the car park) and about half the price! (Roughly £6 to £8 to Campbell Gate)

If walking you would also arrive at Campbell Gate. From the station, walk south along Brooklands Road (B374) and look for a right turn to JTI (UK). Take that turning (it's a paved road) and carry on down the Members Hill. There is a sign indicating Brooklands Museum straight on down the hill (don't take JTI to the right).

The walk from the station to the Museum is about 20 - 30 minutes.

On Friday and Saturday there is a frequent bus service - Route No. 436 - from Weybridge Station to Mercedes Benz World which is adjacent and leaves just a short walk to the Museum entrance. Unfortunately there is no bus service on a Sunday.

The walk from the station to the Museum is about 20 - 30 minutes.

If taking a taxi from the Station ask the driver to take you to Campbell Gate (Members Hill); this is a much shorter journey than to the usual public entrance (i.e. the car park) and about half the price! (Roughly £6 to £8 to Campbell Gate)

If walking you would also arrive at the Campbell Gate. From the station, walk along Brooklands Road (B374) and look for a right turn to JTI (UK). Take that turning (it's a paved road) and carry on down the Members Hill. There is a sign indicating Brooklands Museum straight on, down hill (don't take JTI to the right)

Hope this helps.

Diane

Edited By Diane Carney on 13/09/2016 23:53:43

And therein lies the answer.

In my view, if you really want to test locomotive efficiency, construct a test bed. If you want to demonstrate how to drive efficiently enter IMLEC (or IMLDEC?) and have a thoroughly enjoyable weekend.

I answer to Neil - yes there were errors in the table as published. Issue 4545 may include an amended table.

Diane

It has been 'up' for quite a while actually but, as Jason says, it isn't too obvious although the top tab does say 'Clubs and Trade'.

I can only apologise for the MEX website. We do what we can ...

Unfortuntely no RDG this time. I think the change of date has been (as was expected) a double-edged sword so to speak. Many traders who do something almost every weekend were unable to attend this year. Let's prove that MEX would have been their best bet and hope they come along next year (several have already said they will).

Diane

Regarding missing copies of ME4542: I can report that there seems to have been a problem with delivery rather than supply. This may have affected one geographical area, the size of which is currently unknown but it is presently under investigation. Please bear with us - we are doing all we can to solve the problem.

Until we aremade aware of such problems we cannot take action to remedy them so we are grateful to all who have reported missing issues. Please be assured people are 'on the case'. We hope to have more news on Monday.

Thank you for your patience ...

Diane

There was a delay with ME4542's digital uplaod but I am assured it is now resolved.

The Metro Tank plans, sheets 3 and 4 are in issue 4544. They skipped 4542 because of the Mini Exhibition Guide with the lecture programme etc.

I can't help with the print subscription enquiries until tomorrow but will try to find out why you are getting such messages.

Diane

And lots of general and generic hints and tips ongoing in Chris Gunn's article on the 4 inch Garrett 4CD. Not specific, of course, but worth a look

Diane

An excellent article on Knurling by Jacques Maurel coming up in ME 4543 (16 September).

Diane

This link will take you to the CURRENT bus timetable.

**LINK**

Bus No. 436: Weybridge to Woking via Weybridge Railway Station and Mercedes World (closest stop to Brooklands Museum and about 5 minutes' walk from the entrance).

Please note: Some Surrey bus services are subject to change on 3/4 September so please check before travelling.

Edited By Diane Carney on 10/08/2016 22:41:04