(Produced by Graham Mackie)

The Lambies regrettably didn't serve 'lamb' chops for supper but nevertheless it was a hand waving, moonlit, well attended meeting with the Bob Detheridge car on show taking pride of place on the podium. Lots of TC's, TD's, but not one Y Type ??? lined up in the driveway.   BBQ, and picnic tables on the freshly cut lawn made for an ideal sun-setting, full moon rising start to a very late start meeting (9.30pm).  John L. conducted a guided tour of his marron pond in the creek and showed his stockpile of TC parts brought back from a recent trip east.

Visitor Bob Smyllie of the Riley Club – a close neighbour of the Lambies had been, but left prior to the meeting.

Apologies noted were from Harry and Deidre, Kevin McM, Col and Noelene, Steve P, Ron M.

Minutes of 1183 were read and accepted. The concours of 2 February was mentioned

Club Register Birthdays 11^th Dec to 7^th Jan ‘09

                                                                             Production date info:

16^th Dec ’48           TC 7400      Ed                         7^th car of 20 on a Thurs

17^th Dec ’47           TC 4315       Garry                    4^th car of 10 on a Weds

17^th Dec ’48           TC 7431       Ralph                     18^th car of 22 on a Fri

2^nd Jan ’47             TC 2067      Ken    5^th car of 9 on a Thurs

5^th Jan ’48             TC 4417       Morris                   6^th car of 10 on a Mon

Old Farts Lunch at Jane Brook Winery was well attended – two tables of about 16 starters. Ralph expressed dismay at the menu which allowed only share plates of salad, cheeses etc – not good value for money. Menu had changed.

Next Old Farts Lunch - 2^nd February to be hosted by Graham A.

Xmas Party - 13^th December at Maida Vale starts at 6pm for a 7.30pm catered meal. BYO drinks.

Life's a T Type. Graham M. noted that the silence had been deafening since his email asking members to prepare a story of their life with MG's.  He is happy to pull it together if members wish to pursue, but will not do so if no one is keen. General acceptance noted and and Graham given the OK to hound MEMBERS until results obtained.    OK fellows – get started – a christmas gift of your story to GLM will be all I ask . Gift wrapping not necessary but emailed desired to avoid retyping.

Correspondence In. Lots of magazines plus promotion  - Lumley Special Vehicle Insurance   Correspondence Out. To John L.  John indicated he was still unhappy with club decision and would leave it for now but may raise it again next year. Pres JB explained once more our position.

General Business.

Chittering Bike Collection. Talk of a visit to  in the future.

John L. advised that he bought his first TF on 8^th December, 1968 – just 40 years previously. He also advised he had taken on the role of Secretary of the Porsche 356 Group  and he and Karin had driven to Melbourne to attend the 60 years event since Dr. Porsche had started business. He won a trophy for the furthest travelled to the event, altho' he attended in a borrowed Porsche from a Torquay friend. He visited KAS Sheet Metal in Ballarat who are making T Type and Austin Healey gear. The 356 event was a Friday Cocktail Party, Saturday Trial thru the Dandenong's ending at George Hertel's 25 acres  of manicured gardens and a scenic railway run. Entered a shed where there were rows of magnificent cars including three that go to UK for the London Brighton Rally. There were 160 356's on display.

On the way home picked up a trailer to bring home TC bits including panels, crankshafts, TC Engine 10102. He was queried as to how many from WA might attend both Adelaide and Geelong Natmeets. Drove 1200 kms last leg home. Fuel was $1.67 on way over and $1.46 way back.. Saw a fibre glassed bodied Porsche built in Argentina  in the Perron time that was one of 3 left in the world. 141 built, then burnt by next political regime.

300 Meetings  on 13^th November. Tony C. congratulated once more. Now off the list.

Tony related his experience of buying new pistons thru Col B.  

Early Morning Run 11 January. Mike S. asked if the Prewar people could join us on the run. Approved  - perhaps they may wish to organise it.??? JB suggested we may wish to visit Laurie Galloway in Pinjarra  but after discussion thought best to make it part of a later Garage Tour..

John H TC blower very neat installation says Mike S. 1.4/ 1 working well after 1 to 1 trial.

Rob G. has cured a pedal rattle by buying relatively cheaply some neoprene tube from Anthony Leece of Welshpool.

Graham King  (Northam) has put his SA on the market said Bert H.

Toyota Sera for sale - . Gull Wings, glass top, TV, DVD, top sound system,  mags, low profiles, economical, great to drive. See Graham M. if you want a superb car.

Next Meeting   - 8^th January will be at Pav’s Pad in Roleystone.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all.

 If you are down Bicton way, please drop in for a chat, chardonnay, crisp and cheese.

Profound words

Aquacoustics….Soundwaves in the bathroom that enable you to sing in tune.

Bubblic………one who is addicted to the popping of bubbles in packing material

Chwads…...… the small disgusting wads of chewing gum found beneath table and counter tops

Digitritus…….… the deposits found between the links of a watchstrap

Expressholes …people who sneak more than the ‘eight items or less’ in the express items lane

Furnidents       the dents in carpet when a piece of furniture has been moved.

Greedling..pretending to read the words on a Birthday Card when all you want to know is how much it costs

Hemoplugs….… the small pieces of toilet paper applied to shaving wounds

Ignisecond…....the part of a split second when locking the car and saying’ my keys are in there’