OVLR Spring Tuneup
The 13th annual OVLR Tune-Up
May __th, Ottawa, Ontario, 2005
Background:
"The time has come" the walrus said,
"To speak of many things:
Of shoes -- and ships -- and sealingwax --
Of cabbages -- and kings --
And why your rad is boiling hot
And whether landrovers have wings.
Yes, it is that time of year when many of the older Land Rovers begin to stir and get pulled from musty barns and other storage locations where they have been sleeping through the winter. This event is as good an excuse as any for you to get your Land Ro ver stirring and on the road. It will also give you about six weeks of time to correct all of the major faults that are found with your vehicle so it is fully ready for the Birthday Party in June!
The Event:
In the past, local members of OVLR had been gathering at the MiniMan in Stittsville for an annual tune up session. However, MiniMan no longer exists, so a change in venue was necessary. [So, for the second year, this year's the Tune-Up will again be at the Land-Rover dealership, Land Rover Ottawa, at St. Laurent Blvd. and the Queensway. (undetermined for 2005)]
The Tune-up is an opportunity for members whose mechanical skills may be in need of some practice. There will be members there who are very familiar in the operation and maintenance of these vehicles there that will be more than happy to help guide you and explain what you should be doing to keep your vehicle in top shape. You shall do the work, they will watch and give direction.
Participation varies, generally there are about a dozen vehicles attended to. (Some are barred from attention, such as Dixon's Green Beastie). In past years the centre of attention was Sean McGuire^Òs 109 military, where it seems everyone had a hand in trying to tune it (read fix it) up after Sean had been left unsupervised with it for the previous year.
When:
This event is traditionally held in the beginning of May. As other local British car clubs have seen how successful this event has become, they too have begun to reserve time to run their own tune up event. But, as OVLR started the process we get first pick. Thus, the Tune-Up will be held on Saturday, May ____. People generally start to appear around 8 am, and the Tune-Up runs to just past lunch when many repair to a nearby pub for a little socializing.
Reservations/RSVP:
There is no need to pre-register for this event. Just show up some time in the morning.
Cost:
There may be a small charge of a couple of dollars to cover the cost of lunch.
Activities:
- There will be an opportunity to tune-up your Land Rover. If you lack expertise, there will be people there to help you. Check out Land Rover Ottawa.
- There will be a simple lunch prepared on the club Expedition Trailer. The chef is not sure at this time whether or not it will be hamburgers or chili.
- There may be a little practice possible on the dealership RTV course. Details to follow on the morning of the event.
Getting There:
Land Rover Ottawa is located at the junction of the Queensway (Hwy 417) and St. Laurent Blvd, in behind the Volkswagen dealership.
If you are coming via the Queensway (417) you will exit at St. Laurent.
- If coming from the west, you will exit the 417, turning right (south) at the base of the exit ramp. Cross to the left side as you will turn left (east) at the first set of lights (Tremblay Road). Follow through to the Stop Sign and turn left onto Triole Street. At the subsequent Stop Sign, follow through, bearing to the Right. The dealership will be, more or less to the right in front of you.
- If coming from the east, you will exit the 417, turning left at the base of the exit ramp. Go under the highway, past the first set of lights, turning left at the second (Tremblay Road). Follow the directions above.
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Sponsors:
The Tune-Up is sponsored by the following companies, groups or individuals
Land Rover Ottawa.
Contact Numbers:
Event Coordinator: Kevin Willey
Email: tuneup@ovlr.org
