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Event : WASH 'N' WAX

Date : SUNDAY, 19TH MAY 2013

Start Time : 09.30 for 10.00

Venue : EASTERN WESTERN MOTOR GROUP ACCIDENT REPAIR AND PDI CENTRE, EAST MAINS IND EST, BROXBURN, EH52 5AU
http://www.ewarc.co.uk/index.php / http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=Eas...e,+Broxburn+EH52+5AU,+United+Kingdom&t=m&z=16

Back by popular demand after the success of previous sessions. This time, you've got the chance to get your bella all sparkley again after the ravages of the winter season and ready for the Scottish Italian Car Day at Cupar the following weekend, :D :thumbs:. So no excuses for anyone turning up with a less than pristine Alfa that day, :tut:.

The format will be pretty much as before, with washing facilities outside in the enclosed jet-wash area then into the preparation shed for much dispensing of potions (BYOB) and buffing of cloths. If you weren't at the last one, here's a little taster of what to expect : http://www.alfaowner.com/Forum/meets-and-events-images/358896-wash-n-wax-11-11-12-a.html

A big "THANK YOU" in advance to their bodyshop manager, John Forret ('johnnytheboy' on here) for once again agreeing to host and organise this event which can only help to forge stronger links between them (the dealer) and us (the Alfa community), whilst at the same time being a most enjoyable way to pass a few hours, :) , so let's try and respond with a good turn-out on the day.

And an even bigger "THANK YOU" to Western Alfa Romeo in Edinburgh for sponsoring this event by providing the prizes for a skills test challenge - full details on the day but there's a clue in Post #14.

So no matter whether you have an OCD like me (and srb71) and think nothing of spending a whole day buffing your bella, or simply want to throw a bucket of water in its general direction and spend the rest of the day leaning on the coffee machine engaged in Alfa-talk (or anywhere in between these two extremes), then this is the event for you.

Could you RSVP to this please so that we know how many bacon butties and brews are required on the day, :)
 
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#2 ·
I'm planning on preparing some sample pots of Zymol Ital wax. Specifically produced for Italian red paintwork (which I don't have), it's a lovely wax. So anyone fancy a try out let me know. :thumbs:
 
#11 ·
Any takers for some Zymol? I've prepped one pot (20ml) but will need to get some containers to put some more in. As I said nice wax and 20ml should be enough for 2 layers.
 
#7 ·
Stuart, re your RSVP 'Maybe' comment. Easy solution, get flights changed to Edinburgh then you can just drop in on the run home. OK, you'll arrive with us a bit late (we can keep back a buttie or two, :D) but I'm sure your good lady is pretty handy wielding a polishing cloth and could help you make up for lost time, :thumbs: :lol:.
 
#8 · (Edited)
Great idea to keep this up, especially week before Hill o' Tarvit. :thumbs:

Jumped the gun this morn as I confirmed attendance before checking our calendar. Realised my wife is away that Sunday so I'll have the kids - neither of which will be happy with a microfiber for more than 10 mins!

Last few have been good but I'll see most of you up in Cupar the following week.
 
#9 ·
BREAKING NEWS: Many thanks to Western Alfa Romeo in Edinburgh, who have agreed to sponsor the event and are providing some Alfa merchandise, including a watch :wow: , as prizes for a 'little' skills test that has been devised - full details will be revealed on the day as we can't have anybody gaining an advantage by practicing beforehand, :tut: , can we? :D
 
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#10 ·
Ohhh......need to make an effort now , suggested flight divert but good lady said "aye right" in a Glasgow accent , you know the one !! ....

skills test mmmmmm.....thinking !!! perfect parallel parking a GT 1st time ...........:rolleyes:

Changing a side light bulb in less than 2 hours?

:D
 
#27 ·
I'll be along on the day. Not sure what I'll bring yet though. My wife is threatening to come too.
The more the merrier, :D. Everybody welcome, and we've even been known to accept 'honorary' Alfas too if anybody wants to bring one, :lol:.

Does the club do track days for alfas?

I will do my best to make it on sunday.

cheers
Hope you can make it on Sunday. As CPE has already said, yes we do have track nights at Knockhill as guests of the Scottish Alfa Romeo Owners Club. The next date isn't set yet (probably late August) but keep watching the Events Diary for details as they emerge. Just to give you a taste of what to expect: http://www.alfaowner.com/Forum/meet...ottish-aroc-track-night-knockhill-17-8-a.html - all very civilised as everybody has a connection with Alfa, so no chavved-up Saxos and the like.
 
#21 ·
Hi Guys.

Just got my GT a couple of weeks ago. i may come by and meet up with you guys if you dont mind a nube.

Will need advice on the gt anyway.

got a garden party the night before ,so may not come if i am too bad with the drink fairy.

cheers.
Im pretty new around here too but have been made very welcome, it would be good to see you there.

Advice on your GT - get it on a track - huge fun!:thumbs:
 
#29 ·
Just a quick note for anyone that has not been before, just drive onto the premises and around the back of the building, you will see our wash bay open, feel free to wash the car first then drive into the building where everyone will meet up. The arrow on the map gives you an idea of where to go!

Streetmap.co.uk- search results for 309755,672343

Please feel free to share the event on Facebook with any friends who maybe interested in coming along!

https://www.facebook.com/EasternWesternAccidentRepair#!/events/285183304950597/
 
#34 ·
As ever, thanks to John and his team for making us welcome and serving up the normal high standard of fare. Good session, great to meet so many people. Many thanks also to Rob for working on my little surprise paintwork issue, not that he needs much of an excuse! Well organised as always, David. :)
 
#35 ·
A big thanks

Hey everybody, another top Alfaowner day!

Anyone not into their cars would wonder how a 'drive 65 miles to clean your own car day' could be a good day out...it was fab!

Thanks to all involved in making this happen and giving up your time and effort. It is appreciated.

The paint spraying was a laugh and the food was very tasty and appreciated.

A top bunch of peeps having a good banter kind of day.:thumbs:
 
#36 · (Edited)
Fully concur wie awe the pervious sentiments.Guid tay meet old and some new AO people and those I missed my aopologies.
Top butties again from the canteen staff for the day.
Realised halfway home I left my excellent paint card on the stocks.
Eye um shure fur certain there wiz some sabotagy as how else in a dust free environment would big beasties get oan it,;):D:cheese:
However excellent is relatve wrt Lucy's NSF wing.Thanks to Johnny's overseeing I feel confident to give it a bash...cannae be any wurse than it is the noo.
BUTT:D Well those that ken me.....Reekie I have a job for ewe.:thumbs:

Colin summed it up.
A top bunch of peeps having a good banter kind of day.:thumbs:


I wash mine on the road ootside the hoose....but these experiences ,unlike the Proclaimers, I only hiv tay drive 56 miles roon trip but well worth it.

Had to leave early..I goat paged ....When I goat hame my tea wiz oot....In mair ways than wan:cheese:

Wood eye risk it furra biscuit again....Too wright eye wood.:thumbs:

A big thanks again to Eastern/Western again and Johnnytheboy and RRZ for another top day.



Pomeo

CPE see....http://www.alfaowner.com/Forum/alfa-164-and-166/275152-alfa-166-jack-becomes-a-jill.html
 
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#37 ·
Fantastic day and superb turnout , think if it had been a bit sunnier would have been a treat to take our gleaming cars for a photo-shoot , maybe next time...Impressive set up in Eastern Western Motor Group with every conceivable tool and expertise to bring cars back to their full glory. Bacon rolls expertly made with plenty of coffee. Very much appreciated ....:thumbs:
 
#38 ·
A great day was had by one and all, I believe. It was great to see some new faces (and cars) - I hope your first AOSS event met your expectations.

A huge "Thank You" to John and the team at Eastern Western (and their families) for again giving up their day off to host the event (and rustle-up the lunchtime bacon and sausage butties and the brews, :thumbs:) and also to Western Alfa Romeo in Edinburgh for donating the merchandise for the skills challenge prizes - much appreciated, :D.

I've put a selection of photos here: http://www.alfaowner.com/Forum/meet...8-aoss-wash-n-wax-19-05-13-a.html#post5340664
 
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