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Manx, What a great idea.
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PostPosted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 3:40 pm    Post subject: Manx, What a great idea. Reply with quote

Had to comment on the round the world tour idea Manx.

Absolutely superb.

You're collection is second to none and to have it explained in that fashion makes it even more interesting.

I eagerly await the next installment.

Brilliant idea.
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PostPosted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 3:47 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Oh thanks Sandy. I'm a bit stuck because I can't do Video or anything to technical. But why not an on-line tour. It's a surprize just how many different makers of mobiles their has been.

I've still got loads to find but that's all part of the fun. I've got a bit of a special mobile to finish with, that's not been on the forum before, but I'll save that for Sunday.  
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PostPosted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 4:06 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

OH I hope that is what I think it is.  
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PostPosted: Fri Oct 10, 2008 9:53 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Very original Manx! I would never have thought to do a round the world trip
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PostPosted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 7:29 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

That is an original idea that is working well, looking forward to see where we land next.
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PostPosted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 8:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I agree with all the above comments .
Hey Manx , do you need some tips on doing vids ?
i`m willing to help , lol .
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PostPosted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 9:12 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks for the comments guys. Well I've been to germany this morning and I think I've covered things ok(ish)

I'm really enjoying the weekend. This has been such a good idea. It's a long haul flight for me next and getting me well away from Europe.
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PostPosted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 9:46 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

That Wilesco black and brass TE looks a treat Manx.

It was my first engine and a favourite of mine. (Mine was a kit though.)
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PostPosted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 9:49 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Sandman wrote:
That Wilesco black and brass TE looks a treat Manx.

It was my first engine and a favourite of mine. (Mine was a kit though.)


A Wilesco kit is on my wish list. I've got 9 Wilesco mobiles these days and could always add another one in at the right price. There are just so many diferent engines to collect and whole areas still missing from my mobile range. Maybe 2009 could be my year for either a French or Italian mobile. Now that would be good.
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PostPosted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 11:45 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Ha ha, had a quick run to Japan for lunch. Very nice. Oz this evening. How many air miles is that?
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PostPosted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 7:20 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Ok, I've made to Australia and have now posted engines from 17 differrent companies. Still have a few more to go. And to think, 3 years ago the forum could only talk about Mamod v Wilesco v Jensen. We've all come such a long way.
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PostPosted: Sat Oct 11, 2008 10:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Manxman wrote:
Ok, I've made to Australia and have now posted engines from 17 differrent companies. Still have a few more to go. And to think, 3 years ago the forum could only talk about Mamod v Wilesco v Jensen. We've all come such a long way.


Totally agree Manx.

This event has really helped to cement our international status.

The broad spectrum of world wide makes is frankly so great, it is hard to take it all in.    
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PostPosted: Sun Oct 12, 2008 6:29 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Just to say I am really enjoying Manx's world tour and I am looking forward to what today brings.  
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PostPosted: Sun Oct 12, 2008 7:26 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

No sooner said than done and the tour has taken me over the water again and this morning I'm in New Zealand. Hope people enjoy these mobiles.
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PostPosted: Sun Oct 12, 2008 8:10 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

A real treat Mr Manx and an education too on quite a few makes
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