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Torque 13.Indd Issue No.13 Autumn 2001 Published four times per year by the Leyland Society Editor: Mike A. Sutcliffe Valley Forge, 213 Castle Hill Road, Totternhoe, Dunstable, Beds LU6 2DA Compiling Editor: Ron Phillips Email [email protected] EDITORIAL The 2001 Rally Season is now coming to an end, and, although the foot and mouth crisis has affected many events, we were most fortunate to have an excellent Leyland Society Gathering at Leyland in July. Although the weather put a damper on things a little bit, I think it made members even more resolved to enjoy themselves and I am sure a good day was had by all. Following my appeal in Torque No.12 for helpers to sub-edit the “Food for Thought” and “Odd Bodies” sections, I would like to thank those of you who came forward. Alan Townsin, who has a vast amount of experience both within the industry and as an enthusiast, will in future sub-edit “Food for Thought.” This is an important aspect of Leyland Torque as, not only does it give the opportunity for members to fi nd the answers to questions, but many of the topics go on to provide articles for both the Torque and the Journal. Talking of which, apologies to authors of two items held over due to lack of space from this issue until the next. Bob Kell from Durham has kindly offered to sub-edit “Odd Bodies”, and I am sure that we will benefi t from his wide experience of PSVs. As you may already know, Bob is a leading light in the preservation fi eld in the north east. In order to maintain a balance within the magazines we now need to fi nd someone who will act as our “lorry expert” and this is covered in the “Appeals for Help” section in this issue of Leyland Torque. Finally, if you have not already renewed your membership for 2001/02, please do so as soon as possible in order to help our membership secretary. With our four quarterly magazines and the Leyland Journal included, this has to be one of the best “value for money” society subscriptions around. Mike Sutcliffe, Editor FRONT COVER Leyland went to great lengths to reduce the weight of the pre-war Lynx to keep the U.W. below 2.10.0. This example shows an ultra lightweight cab. (BCVM Archive) BACK COVER A scene in Buenos Aires showing one of a large number of Royal Tigers supplied to that city in the days when Leyland held sway in South America. (BCVM Archive) CONTENTS Society 2 Rally 2001 4 Chrome Leylands 8 T45 11 Shop Wagons 13 Food for Thought 15 Odd Bodies 26 Preservation 30 Rackham 32 Down Under 35 Letters 37 Project Nos. 42 Leviathan 44 Bilbao 46 FROM THE CHAIRMAN I am delighted to report that the Society vehicle gathering at Leyland on the 8th July was a great success - despite the inclement weather! (a report of the gathering appears elsewhere in this edition of Torque). As with all events some problems arose, most were small and quickly dealt with. However, one matter needs to be explained to avoid any future confusion. It was not a whim of the organisers to bar the entry of vehicles which had not been formally entered for the event - this was done after taking advice and at the behest of our insurers. In practical terms this decision was taken because on our entry form we ask for insurance details, without these details we are as a Society potentially liable for any damage or injury caused by an uninsured vehicle at a Society event. Should our insurers decide that they will not indemnify us in the event of a claim, the Society becomes liable to fi ght any action. In order to minimise the chances of such a claim, the decision was taken not to allow into the grounds any vehicle for which we had not received a completed entry form. Unfortunately, this decision came about after entry forms were circulated. In future all entry forms will clearly state that if a completed form has not been sent to the organiser vehicles will be turned away. It is a sad reminder of the current trend to turn to litigation at the proverbial drop of a hat ! Finally, can I ask members to make a big effort to attend this years Annual General Meeting, after the Society business has been dealt with, we have an excellent speaker to fi nish off the day. Neil Steele, Hon.Chairman LEYLAND SOCIETY ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Please note that the date for the AGM is Sunday, 21st October, 2001, at 1.00pm, to be held as last year at the Museum of Britsh Road Transport , Coventry - entry to which is free. Please note that if you require to raise any issues for the Agenda, you will need to write to the Hon. Secretary, letters to be received before 17th September. MEMBERSHIP Subscription levels are £18 per annum (family £21), plus £5 (in Sterling) for membership outside the EEC. Anyone joining after 1st April and before 31st July will have their membership carried over to the next 31st July, i.e. up to 16 months. Tell your friends ! This is good value for money and new members would be welcomed. Application forms from the Membership Secretary - see address inside front cover. Society Constitution - any member requiring a copy of the Constitution should send a stamped, addressed envelope to the Hon. Secretary. There are some new items available this time, in the form of garments and caps which were fi rst introduced at the Leyland Society Gathering. Orders please to Neil Steele (address on front page). Other items can be ordered from our Treasurer, Keith Watson (address on front page). Please make cheques payable to “The Leyland Society”. Leyland Society Lapel Badges (for members only) Oval (38mm long) in silver and blue enamel £ 4.00 each First Rally Memento – Lapel badge Oval Leyland Radiator badge (1907-13) Not many left! £ 5.50 each Second Rally Memento – “Employees” Lapel Badge Red, circular £ 4.50 each Black, circular £ 5.00 each Windscreen Stickers – with Society logo Large, 5ins. long £ 3.50 each Medium, 2˚ ins. long £ 2.50 each Small, 1˚ ins. long £ 1.50 each Bone China Mugs, with Society and Leyland logos £ 5.00 each £19.00 for four Leyland Society Clock – approx. 7ins. x 9 ins. Allow 14 days delivery £22.50 each NEW ITEMS The Society can currently offer the following clothing bearing the “Leyland Motors Ltd.” logo in Silver:- Polo shirts (short sleeved), in Burgundy, Royal Blue, Bottle Green, Navy Blue, Red & Black. Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL & XXL. Price £15.99 All plus £1.50 per item P & P. Sweatshirts (in three styles) in Burgundy, Bottle Green, Navy Blue & Black. Raglan Sleeve: £18.99 Open Hem: £18.99 Placket (with collar) £21.99 Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL & XXL. All plus £1.50 per item P & P. Body Warmer/Gilet (fully lined medium weight) Available in Navy or Green. Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, XL & XXL. £24.99 Plus £1.50 per item P & P. Baseball Caps. (Navy Only) £9.99 Plus £1.50 per item P & P. Back Numbers of Leyland Torque and the Society Journal, together with Binders for Torque - these are all available from Mike Sutcliffe, see details on page 23. Despite the dreadful weather on Sunday 8th July, the Gathering, held in the car park of the Leyland Vehicles Assembly Plant, was a resounding success. Eighty Leylands (and two Volvos !!), dating from 1914 to virtually the current day, braved the rain which persisted all day. There were only two pre-War vehicles, one bus and one lorry to represent the fi rst half of Leyland’s existence (where have they all gone ?). The DAF-Showtrekker was worth its weight in gold, providing a cosy environment for the Society sales “stall” and to provide a place for friends to meet and to put some faces to names. Society sales went very well, including the new range of sweatshirts, caps, etc. and the British Commercial Vehicle Museum had a good day as a result of the free bus service between the rally site and the Museum. Vehicles used on this service were, of course, historic Leylands and the service was organised by Bill Ashcroft and the Ribble Vehicle Preservation Trust. Comparatively few of the general public attended, which made it an enthusiasts’ day - there were smiles on everybody’s faces and an absolutely brilliant atmosphere - this is what it’s all about ! Our thanks must go to our Chairman and Paul Sennant for much work behind the scenes to make the day the success it was, as well as to the Friends of the BCVM and others who acted as marshalls. The following photographs give a fl avour of the entries - if you want to fi nd out more, there are still a few programmes available, price £1.00 (plus 50p p&p) from the Editor. Entry L27, a 1970 Leyland Badger 16LBT/19BR tractor unit (chassis no.7000279), is seen resplendant after a fi ve year period of restoration commencing in 1996. This fi ne vehicle was entered by the Pyatt brothers of Stoke-on-Trent. (Photo by Andrew J. Spriggs) Working for its living ! Entry L35 is a Leyland Roadtrain 17.30 (chassis number AH 56952), seen hauling a low-loader with an Edinburgh Tiger Cub on board. Purchased originally for spare parts, this tractor unit was subsequently restored and put to good use in the service of the Lothian Bus Club.
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