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Sammie Payne @retrosammie.bsky.social · 1d

While Chloe was looking at electrics, I thought I’d do some cleaning. Inside looked a lot better after a vacuum and a clean. Outside was huge change. Bumpers look to have some life left and paint! Can’t wait to polish properly after seeing this test patch!

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 1d

Some work on Felix yesterday. It was actually quite bitterly cold! But I have got electrical things working much better after cleaning up earth poinds behind the dash and replacing some bulbs. Hoping to sort more electrical stuff tomorrow. But the potential MOT failures are decreasing!

'Felix' 1990 Ford Fiesta viewed from the back with working tail lights a and numberplate light.

'Felix' 1990 Ford Fiesta during a dash disassembly.

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you @rsme.nl for sending me this little Hella light a while ago! I've recently added a warm white LED to it to keep it's original look, but allow me to use it as a work light for many hours connected to a car battery. 🙂

Yes I will keep the box too! I always do.

#weirdcarbs

Hella 2XM 001 975-001 magnetic light attached to the battery tray and shining light into the engine bay of Felix, the 1990 Ford Fiesta 1.1L.

The box for Hella 2XM 001 975-001 magnetic light.

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Sammie Payne @retrosammie.bsky.social · 5d

Fingers crossed. Out of curiosity what is her reaction? Coming as a vet nurse I’d be interested to know

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 6d

I love how much love Felix has had everywhere he's been posted. I haven't forgotten about making a video, don't worry! But I may actually wait until I've made a bit of progress on some of the problems (including diagnosis) to help make the video worth it.

But I am very excited!

#weirdcarbs

Felix the 1990 Ford Fiesta 1.1L (Popular Plus) viewed from the front and the side.

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Sammie Payne @retrosammie.bsky.social · 7d

Came back to the car earlier to see a subtle 488 parked next to Merle! Quick Look up and it’s done over 20k more miles than Merle. Well used for a Ferrari for sure!

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Sammie Payne @retrosammie.bsky.social · 7d

I never thought I’d tow but I’ve ended up really enjoying towing and so glad I can say I can tow now. Ronald is perfect and Merle is a wonderful stead for it. Another great trip away
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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 7d

We ended up leaving Dapplewood on our last night as we wanted to beat the rain first thing in the morning. Sadly, we met the rain anyway, though not too heavy and the trip home was quiet, and I always love night trips! Ronald was a great home for this trip. Merle is a great tow car.

#weirdcarbs

Merle the 2000 Ford Mondeo LX TD estate hooked up to Ronald the 1990 ABI Rallyman XL caravan at night.

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Sammie Payne @retrosammie.bsky.social · 9d

Something about being there was very sobering. Really makes you think

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 11d

Lovely trip Dapplewood yet again. This site is just perfect and always keeps us coming back. Ronald was perfect on his first outing, and gave Merle a lot less grief on hills than Penny used to! 😂 We're here for a week so plenty of time to soak in the peace and quiet. #caravan #camping #weirdcarbs

Ronald the ABI Ace Rallyman XL showing more of the 1.2 Trio awning from the side.

Merle the 2000 Ford Mondeo LX TD estate next to Ronald the ABI Ace Rallyman XL as viewed from the front of the pitch.

Merle the 2000 Ford Mondeo LX TD estate next to Ronald the ABI Ace Rallyman XL as viewed from the rear of the pitch.

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Sammie Payne @retrosammie.bsky.social · 17d

Well here it is. I know lot of you guessed but he is here and once holiday is done we can start getting sorted

Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 17d

Okay then, I'll post it here as well as a future video. Here is Felix the Fiesta! Felix needs some work but was very cheap and saved from being a scrapper! I've wanted a a MK3 Fiesta for about 4 years, so what better way to start than a nugget rescue of a little 1.1L (Popular Plus)

#weirdcarbs

Felix the 1990 Ford Fiesta 1.1L (Popular Plus) viewed from the front.

Felix the 1990 Ford Fiesta 1.1L (Popular Plus) viewed from the rear.

Felix the 1990 Ford Fiesta 1.1L (Popular Plus) viewed from the interior.

Felix the 1990 Ford Fiesta 1.1L (Popular Plus) viewed from the engine bay revealing the mighty all iron 1.1!

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 17d

It's arriving today with any luck! Then I can finally post a video! 😃

Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 21d

Another little teaser pic for the new car for the fleet as I always love doing these. I'm really excited as I wanted one of these on the fleet about 4 years ago! 😃 Hopefully might be arriving sometime next week.

#weirdcarbs

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 20d

Always nice to rescue a radio from the crusher! This 2006RDS has some real potential so no doubt it will become a video in the future. 🙂

Yes I have already decoded it!

#weirdcarbs

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 21d

Oh no we did a thing! 😅 I will update you all once it has landed!

A steering column of a mystery new fleet member!

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 22d

Today's vibe is Beach Boys on 8 track as I prep my radio desk for a special arrival.

A 1971 Akai CR-80 8 track rexorder playing 'Beach Boys Greatest Hits'

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 23d

Working on cleaning out the heater flue on Ronald the caravan and had this friend with me for a few hours! They were amazingly tame and just enjoyed all the bugs coming out! It's moments like this that make me happy in this world. Really brightened me up. 🥰

A European Robin stood on a muddy ground, surrounded by twigs.

A European Robin perched on a decaying white wall.

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 25d

The 100 subscriber special is underway today! This camera is playing a very important role in the entire production of this video. Can't believe I've had this nugget for nearly 10 years. We've seen a lot together. It got me through college.

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 25d

Views didn't do well on this one, but it is a good video if you haven't seen it! 😊 A lifelong cassette user's first experience with 8 track cartridges! As I teased at the end of the video, there will be more 8 track content coming. I've still got that Motorola to look at!

youtu.be/LcXMJyUbM2E

1971 AKAI CR-80 - My first 8 track experience!

YouTube video by VHSChloe

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Sammie Payne @retrosammie.bsky.social · 28d

We have joined the 8 track world! Sit back and enjoy

Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · 28d

So, what was that odd looking device on my radio repair desk? This absolute boulder of a unit! Watch as I experience 8 track for the first time!

#vintageaudio #akai #8track #1970s #weirdcarbs

www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcXM...

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · Sep 23

We got Merle back at the weekend so that was nice! I also made a detour to dad's barn to grab the VIN or as Triumph calls it "Commision Number" so I can apply for the V5. Once I have the V5, I'm going to dig it out of there and get it home to finally start on it after 4 years of waiting! #weirdcarbs

Chassis plate of the Triumph 2000 project.

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Evan Bernick, a finite mode with a smol hooman and a scary floof @evanbernick.bsky.social · Sep 22

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Sammie Payne @retrosammie.bsky.social · Sep 18

Love it. As are the rules

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · Sep 18

I've started what is probably an unhealthy obsession with first gen Volvo S80 cars and now really want to find one. I'm just really struck by them. I think it's a gorgeous design and would obviously tow well. Can't find any for sale yet, but I suppose that gives us time to save up. 😅 #weirdcarbs

First gen Volvo S80 pictured from the front.

First gen Volvo S80 pictured from the rear.

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Chloe Anastasia Phillips @vhschloe.bsky.social · Sep 16

Some work on Ronald now I feel better. The old bimetallic thermostat plate was chattering and not shutting off properly. So modified it and fitted a bimetallic disc thermostat instead. No more chatter and nice hot water! Love these old Cascade units. So robust and simple. #caravan #retrocaravan

An active burner unit on a 1989 Carver Cascade 2.

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Sammie Payne @retrosammie.bsky.social · Sep 11

I was indeed there. Chloe was busy chatting all day. I was around chatting too. Sad to have missed you.

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Sammie Payne @retrosammie.bsky.social · Sep 10

Good to see you ☺️ welcome in

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