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File:Board Minutes 20160602.pdf

2016-09-07T08:42:02Z

Treasurer:

Committee Meetings

2016-09-07T08:38:38Z

Treasurer:

'''Minutes of Meetings'''

Minutes are taken at each committee meeting. The committee urges all club members to have a quick read through these. Click on the links below to see the minutes.

*2nd June 2016 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_20160602.pdf]]
*17th March 2016 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_20160317.pdf]]
*2016 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2016_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*4th February 2016 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_040216.pdf]]
*24th September 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_20150924.pdf]]
*5th February 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_050215.pdf‎]]
*20th November 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:BoardMinutes201114.pdf]]
*2014 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2014_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*13th February 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_130214.pdf‎]]
*17th October 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_171013.pdf‎]]
*2013 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2013_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*24th January 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:20130124_Board_Minutes.pdf‎]]

*[[9th June 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]
*[[11th March 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]

Committee Meetings

2016-04-04T16:46:51Z

Treasurer:

'''Minutes of Meetings'''

Minutes are taken at each committee meeting. The committee urges all club members to have a quick read through these. Click on the links below to see the minutes.

*17th March 2016 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_20160317.pdf]]
*2016 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2016_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*4th February 2016 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_040216.pdf]]
*24th September 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_20150924.pdf]]
*5th February 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_050215.pdf‎]]
*20th November 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:BoardMinutes201114.pdf]]
*2014 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2014_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*13th February 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_130214.pdf‎]]
*17th October 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_171013.pdf‎]]
*2013 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2013_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*24th January 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:20130124_Board_Minutes.pdf‎]]

*[[9th June 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]
*[[11th March 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]

File:Board Minutes 20160317.pdf

2016-04-04T16:44:57Z

Treasurer:

Committee Meetings

2016-04-04T16:40:04Z

Treasurer:

'''Minutes of Meetings'''

Minutes are taken at each committee meeting. The committee urges all club members to have a quick read through these. Click on the links below to see the minutes.

*2016 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2016_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*4th February 2016 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_040216.pdf]]
*24th September 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_20150924.pdf]]
*5th February 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_050215.pdf‎]]
*20th November 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:BoardMinutes201114.pdf]]
*2014 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2014_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*13th February 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_130214.pdf‎]]
*17th October 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_171013.pdf‎]]
*2013 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2013_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*24th January 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:20130124_Board_Minutes.pdf‎]]

*[[9th June 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]
*[[11th March 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]

File:AGM 2016 Minutes.pdf

2016-04-04T16:36:52Z

Treasurer: uploaded a new version of "File:AGM 2016 Minutes.pdf"

Committee Meetings

2016-04-02T20:56:04Z

Treasurer:

'''Minutes of Meetings'''

Minutes are taken at each committee meeting. The committee urges all club members to have a quick read through these. Click on the links below to see the minutes.

*4th February 2016 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_040216.pdf]]
*24th September 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_20150924.pdf]]
*5th February 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_050215.pdf‎]]
*20th November 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:BoardMinutes201114.pdf]]
*2014 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2014_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*13th February 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_130214.pdf‎]]
*17th October 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_171013.pdf‎]]
*2013 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2013_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*24th January 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:20130124_Board_Minutes.pdf‎]]

*[[9th June 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]
*[[11th March 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]

Committee Meetings

2016-04-02T20:53:55Z

Treasurer:

'''Minutes of Meetings'''

Minutes are taken at each committee meeting. The committee urges all club members to have a quick read through these. Click on the links below to see the minutes.

*26th February 2016 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM 2016 Minutes.pdf]]
*4th February 2016 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_040216.pdf]]
*24th September 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_20150924.pdf]]
*5th February 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_050215.pdf‎]]
*20th November 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:BoardMinutes201114.pdf]]
*2014 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2014_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*13th February 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_130214.pdf‎]]
*17th October 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_171013.pdf‎]]
*2013 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2013_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*24th January 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:20130124_Board_Minutes.pdf‎]]

*[[9th June 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]
*[[11th March 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]

Committee Meetings

2016-04-02T20:53:38Z

Treasurer:

'''Minutes of Meetings'''

Minutes are taken at each committee meeting. The committee urges all club members to have a quick read through these. Click on the links below to see the minutes.

*26th february 2016 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM 2016 Minutes.pdf]]
*4th February 2016 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_040216.pdf]]
*24th September 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_20150924.pdf]]
*5th February 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_050215.pdf‎]]
*20th November 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:BoardMinutes201114.pdf]]
*2014 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2014_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*13th February 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_130214.pdf‎]]
*17th October 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_171013.pdf‎]]
*2013 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2013_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*24th January 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:20130124_Board_Minutes.pdf‎]]

*[[9th June 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]
*[[11th March 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]

File:AGM 2016 Minutes.pdf

2016-04-02T20:44:00Z

Treasurer:

Committee Meetings

2016-02-17T14:57:53Z

Treasurer:

'''Minutes of Meetings'''

Minutes are taken at each committee meeting. The committee urges all club members to have a quick read through these. Click on the links below to see the minutes.

*24th September 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_20150924.pdf]]
*5th February 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_050215.pdf‎]]
*20th November 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:BoardMinutes201114.pdf]]
*2014 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2014_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*13th February 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_130214.pdf‎]]
*17th October 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_171013.pdf‎]]
*2013 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2013_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*24th January 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:20130124_Board_Minutes.pdf‎]]

*[[9th June 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]
*[[11th March 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]

File:Board Minutes 20150924.pdf

2016-02-17T14:41:18Z

Treasurer: uploaded a new version of "File:Board Minutes 20150924.pdf"

File:Board Minutes 20150924.pdf

2016-02-17T14:38:26Z

Treasurer: uploaded a new version of "File:Board Minutes 20150924.pdf"

File:Board Minutes 20150924.pdf

2016-02-17T14:22:27Z

Treasurer:

Committee Meetings

2015-10-19T20:53:59Z

Treasurer:

'''Minutes of Meetings'''

Minutes are taken at each committee meeting. The committee urges all club members to have a quick read through these. Click on the links below to see the minutes.

*24th September 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:DRAFT_Board_Minutes_20150924.pdf]]
*5th February 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_050215.pdf‎]]
*20th November 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:BoardMinutes201114.pdf]]
*2014 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2014_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*13th February 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_130214.pdf‎]]
*17th October 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_171013.pdf‎]]
*2013 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2013_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*24th January 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:20130124_Board_Minutes.pdf‎]]

*[[9th June 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]
*[[11th March 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]

Committee Meetings

2015-10-19T20:48:06Z

Treasurer:

'''Minutes of Meetings'''

Minutes are taken at each committee meeting. The committee urges all club members to have a quick read through these. Click on the links below to see the minutes.

*24th September 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media DRAFT_Board_Minutes_20150924.pdf]]
*5th February 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_050215.pdf‎]]
*20th November 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:BoardMinutes201114.pdf]]
*2014 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2014_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*13th February 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_130214.pdf‎]]
*17th October 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_171013.pdf‎]]
*2013 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2013_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*24th January 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:20130124_Board_Minutes.pdf‎]]

*[[9th June 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]
*[[11th March 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]

Committee Meetings

2015-10-19T20:46:10Z

Treasurer:

'''Minutes of Meetings'''

Minutes are taken at each committee meeting. The committee urges all club members to have a quick read through these. Click on the links below to see the minutes.

*24th September 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media Board_Minutes_20150924-DRAFT.pdf]]
*5th February 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_050215.pdf‎]]
*20th November 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:BoardMinutes201114.pdf]]
*2014 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2014_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*13th February 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_130214.pdf‎]]
*17th October 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_171013.pdf‎]]
*2013 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2013_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*24th January 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:20130124_Board_Minutes.pdf‎]]

*[[9th June 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]
*[[11th March 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]

Committee Meetings

2015-10-19T20:45:41Z

Treasurer:

'''Minutes of Meetings'''

Minutes are taken at each committee meeting. The committee urges all club members to have a quick read through these. Click on the links below to see the minutes.

*24th Seotember 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media Board_Minutes_20150924-DRAFT.pdf]]
*5th February 2015 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_050215.pdf‎]]
*20th November 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:BoardMinutes201114.pdf]]
*2014 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2014_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*13th February 2014 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_130214.pdf‎]]
*17th October 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:Board_Minutes_171013.pdf‎]]
*2013 AGM minutes [[Media:AGM_2013_Minutes.pdf‎]]
*24th January 2013 Committee meeting minutes [[Media:20130124_Board_Minutes.pdf‎]]

*[[9th June 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]
*[[11th March 2010 Committee meeting minutes]]

File:DRAFT Board Minutes 20150924.pdf

2015-10-19T20:40:49Z

Treasurer: Minutes if he Board Meeting 24 Sep 2015. Not yet formally approved by Board Members

Minutes if he Board Meeting 24 Sep 2015. Not yet formally approved by Board Members

Trooper

2013-09-28T20:10:08Z

Treasurer:

==Isuzu Trooper==

Donated to the club July 2013

''No Registration document (V5) available - turns out it was recorded by DVLA as having been scrapped.''

''There is no easy way of restoring it to road use''

Original reg number:M851GDD

Isuzu Trooper 3.1D Intercooler

137180 miles

VIN No: JACUBS69DR8103200

M.D. UBS5VC AG/JE

ENGINE: RJC TRANS: RMN

Tyre size: 31x10.50R15LT

===Parts replaced Work done===

Cleaned and serviced, new timing belt fitted - August 2013

Rear exhaust fitted and handbrake adjusted - September 2013

Roundout Bus

2013-09-28T20:00:02Z

Treasurer:

The bus was used as a mobile canteen (called "The Roundout"). Unfortunately, maintaining it mechanically and hygienically became too much of a call on volunteers and it ceased to be used. It was sold in September 2013 to Mr Robin (Rob) Knight of 28 Lyall Close, Flitwick, Beds who is a bus enthusiast with resources to restore it, and has a personal interest in its early history.

'''History at Shalbourne'''

This Leyland National Bus SBD524R was converted by the RAFGSA to provide catering facilities with an excellent stainless steel galley and seating for ~20, including two tables. The gas cylinder, which can be refilled from our bulk supply, allows independent operation anywhere on the field. When parked next to the Clubhouse, the 240v hook-up powered by our generator, operates the microwave, toaster and water-heater and lighting.

===Parts===
Berkshire (Commercial Components) Ltd (Thatcham) [http://www.iberkshire.co.uk/profile/106138/Thatcham/Berkshire-Commercial-Components-Ltd/ website]<br />
BrayMarc Commercial Components Ltd (Swindon) [http://www.braymarc.co.uk/ website]<br />
British Bus Sales (Dorking) [http://www.britishbussales.co.uk/ website]<br />
Trevor Wigley & Son Bus Ltd (Dismantlers, Barnsley) [http://www.twigley.com/ website]<br />
Ebay - Commercial Vehicle Parts, Leyland National [http://motors-parts.shop.ebay.co.uk/i.html?_nkw=leyland+national&_sacat=169487&_dmpt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CommercialVehicleParts_SM&_odkw=leyland+national&_osacat=169490&bkBtn=&_trksid=p3286.m270.l1313&_rdc=1 link]

NEW LaunchPoint Caravan

2011-01-09T17:13:29Z

Treasurer: /* Re-fit plan */

==New Caravan==
March(?) 2010: Chris Bessent arranged the purchase of a cheap caravan that can be turned into the new launch point caravan. Steve Barber and Alan Saunders and others have stripped the interior of all its furniture and fittings ready for the the re-fit.

== Update 09/01/11 ==

OK, so we didn't make the Oct 10 target. But there is progress, thanks to John Turk. Additional floor fitted, next step to attach wall to floor to strengthen whole thing, then move on to to interior furnishings.
SB 09/01/11

==Re-fit plan (Spring 2010)==
The aim is to get the caravan refitted during Summer 2010, ready for use in October 2010.
*Fit new floor to caravan: 3/4" plywood or OSB (Existing floor (chipboard?) is very spongy and won't last long)
*If necessary, cross-beams can be fitted below the floor. Either wooden or metal (welded to caravan's perimeter chassis)
*Corner legs to be checked and fixed / replaced if necessary.
*Check jockey wheel. Fix broken bracket.
(Done - rewelded by Peter Ellison in April. SB13/6)
*Reinforcing frame to be fitted around the doorway - wood or preferably steel. (people pull themselves up into the caravan by pulling heavily on the sides - leading to distrortion and cracks)
*Handles to be fitted to the outside for ease of moving the caravan. Strongly recommend fitting structural elements (preferably welded steel) to transfer forces to the chassis of the caravan, not just bolt them to the flimsy walls.
*Check: Is the caravan weather tight? If not, fix the leaking areas. (This caravan will probably be stored outside)
*: Need to replace window catch rubber toggles (flexi catches?) - available from caravan shops or Ebay.
*Fit lino / similarly hardwearing & waterproof covering to floor.
*DECISION: Which way round should the caravan be orientated in use? (Facing up the field / across the field?)
* Obtain and fit worktop, and legs. Include cut-out for the signal/timing box of electronics. Would be nice to have a removable perspex top - notices could be put underneath this.
I recommend flat-pack desk from Ikea or similar. Signal unit could be surface mounted. SB 13/6
*DECISION: Work out where the following items are to be located - bearing in mind ergonomics, and the centre of gravity of the finished/loaded caravan. Ideally the caravan will only have slight nose weight to allow for easy positioning.
*Obtain and build/install racking / shelving / cupboard for parachutes (probably best located over the axle for CofG reasons)
I recommend pine flat-pack self-assembly units obtainable from Ikea - easier than build from scratch SB 13/6
*Obtain and build/install shelving / cupboards for: forms, pens, paperwork, flight manuals, barograph, binoculars, cushions & packing, etc.
*Obtain or build a storage box for lead ballast weights. Again, probably best to be over the axle. Needs to be very strong and located above a main chassis rail.
*Obtain / build and fit seating.
*Fit notice boards to internal wall.
*Paint caravan exterior. Probably copy existing red and white check pattern for walls and matt black for the roof.
*: Black will produce a high heat gain but is possibly needed as a background to the signalling lamp. (AS 13/6)
*Choose position and copy existing mounting system to attach windsock and mast to the new caravan.
*DECIDE: What signal lights to use? How to mount them, considering: Ease of visibility for winch driver, ease of adjusting the positioning, etc. Make mounts and fit to the caravan.
*: Furneaux Riddall (Portsmouth) have an LED Work Light [http://www.furneauxriddall.com/shop/acatalog/LED_Work_Light.html#a7450 link] (ref:7450) £65 which may be good as a signalling light. At 15W it should be at least as bright as a 75W Halogen and at 1.29A voltage dop will not be a problem. Will also extend battery life. Beam angle may be too wide? (AS 13/6)
*Decide on position of blackboard on outside of caravan. (or upgrade to whiteboard?)
*Battery to be fitted to the existing battery box on the A-frame. Arrange battery clamp and new leads and THICK, good quality wiring.
*Choose best position for circuit breakers and battery condition gauge (use the items from the old caravan, just allow for their position, only move them when ready to use the new caravan)
*Install good wiring in the caravan for the signal lights, signal buzzer, signal box, etc.
*When the rest of the caravan is ready, transfer signal controller box, signal lights, battery gauge, circuit breaker, windsock mast, etc to the new caravan.
*Test that everything works as desired.
*Transfer all the paperwork, forms, manuals, etc into the new caravan.
*Use Caravan. (taking care not to destroy it...)

NEW LaunchPoint Caravan

2011-01-09T17:12:46Z

Treasurer: /* New Caravan */

==New Caravan==
March(?) 2010: Chris Bessent arranged the purchase of a cheap caravan that can be turned into the new launch point caravan. Steve Barber and Alan Saunders and others have stripped the interior of all its furniture and fittings ready for the the re-fit.

== Update 09/01/11 ==

OK, so we didn't make the Oct 10 target. But there is progress, thanks to John Turk. Additional floor fitted, next step to attach wall to floor to strengthen whole thing, then move on to to interior furnishings.
SB 09/01/11

==Re-fit plan==
The aim is to get the caravan refitted during Summer 2010, ready for use in October 2010.
*Fit new floor to caravan: 3/4" plywood or OSB (Existing floor (chipboard?) is very spongy and won't last long)
*If necessary, cross-beams can be fitted below the floor. Either wooden or metal (welded to caravan's perimeter chassis)
*Corner legs to be checked and fixed / replaced if necessary.
*Check jockey wheel. Fix broken bracket.
(Done - rewelded by Peter Ellison in April. SB13/6)
*Reinforcing frame to be fitted around the doorway - wood or preferably steel. (people pull themselves up into the caravan by pulling heavily on the sides - leading to distrortion and cracks)
*Handles to be fitted to the outside for ease of moving the caravan. Strongly recommend fitting structural elements (preferably welded steel) to transfer forces to the chassis of the caravan, not just bolt them to the flimsy walls.
*Check: Is the caravan weather tight? If not, fix the leaking areas. (This caravan will probably be stored outside)
*: Need to replace window catch rubber toggles (flexi catches?) - available from caravan shops or Ebay.
*Fit lino / similarly hardwearing & waterproof covering to floor.
*DECISION: Which way round should the caravan be orientated in use? (Facing up the field / across the field?)
* Obtain and fit worktop, and legs. Include cut-out for the signal/timing box of electronics. Would be nice to have a removable perspex top - notices could be put underneath this.
I recommend flat-pack desk from Ikea or similar. Signal unit could be surface mounted. SB 13/6
*DECISION: Work out where the following items are to be located - bearing in mind ergonomics, and the centre of gravity of the finished/loaded caravan. Ideally the caravan will only have slight nose weight to allow for easy positioning.
*Obtain and build/install racking / shelving / cupboard for parachutes (probably best located over the axle for CofG reasons)
I recommend pine flat-pack self-assembly units obtainable from Ikea - easier than build from scratch SB 13/6
*Obtain and build/install shelving / cupboards for: forms, pens, paperwork, flight manuals, barograph, binoculars, cushions & packing, etc.
*Obtain or build a storage box for lead ballast weights. Again, probably best to be over the axle. Needs to be very strong and located above a main chassis rail.
*Obtain / build and fit seating.
*Fit notice boards to internal wall.
*Paint caravan exterior. Probably copy existing red and white check pattern for walls and matt black for the roof.
*: Black will produce a high heat gain but is possibly needed as a background to the signalling lamp. (AS 13/6)
*Choose position and copy existing mounting system to attach windsock and mast to the new caravan.
*DECIDE: What signal lights to use? How to mount them, considering: Ease of visibility for winch driver, ease of adjusting the positioning, etc. Make mounts and fit to the caravan.
*: Furneaux Riddall (Portsmouth) have an LED Work Light [http://www.furneauxriddall.com/shop/acatalog/LED_Work_Light.html#a7450 link] (ref:7450) £65 which may be good as a signalling light. At 15W it should be at least as bright as a 75W Halogen and at 1.29A voltage dop will not be a problem. Will also extend battery life. Beam angle may be too wide? (AS 13/6)
*Decide on position of blackboard on outside of caravan. (or upgrade to whiteboard?)
*Battery to be fitted to the existing battery box on the A-frame. Arrange battery clamp and new leads and THICK, good quality wiring.
*Choose best position for circuit breakers and battery condition gauge (use the items from the old caravan, just allow for their position, only move them when ready to use the new caravan)
*Install good wiring in the caravan for the signal lights, signal buzzer, signal box, etc.
*When the rest of the caravan is ready, transfer signal controller box, signal lights, battery gauge, circuit breaker, windsock mast, etc to the new caravan.
*Test that everything works as desired.
*Transfer all the paperwork, forms, manuals, etc into the new caravan.
*Use Caravan. (taking care not to destroy it...)

NEW LaunchPoint Caravan

2011-01-09T17:09:12Z

Treasurer: /* Re-fit plan */

==New Caravan==
March(?) 2010: Chris Bessent arranged the purchase of a cheap caravan that can be turned into the new launch point caravan. Steve Barber and Alan Saunders and others have stripped the interior of all its furniture and fittings ready for the the re-fit.

OK, so we didn;t make the Oct 10 target. But there is progress, thanks to John Turk. Additional floor fitte, next step to attach wall to floor to strengthen whole thing, then move on to to interior furnishings.
SB 09/01/11

==Re-fit plan==
The aim is to get the caravan refitted during Summer 2010, ready for use in October 2010.
*Fit new floor to caravan: 3/4" plywood or OSB (Existing floor (chipboard?) is very spongy and won't last long)
*If necessary, cross-beams can be fitted below the floor. Either wooden or metal (welded to caravan's perimeter chassis)
*Corner legs to be checked and fixed / replaced if necessary.
*Check jockey wheel. Fix broken bracket.
(Done - rewelded by Peter Ellison in April. SB13/6)
*Reinforcing frame to be fitted around the doorway - wood or preferably steel. (people pull themselves up into the caravan by pulling heavily on the sides - leading to distrortion and cracks)
*Handles to be fitted to the outside for ease of moving the caravan. Strongly recommend fitting structural elements (preferably welded steel) to transfer forces to the chassis of the caravan, not just bolt them to the flimsy walls.
*Check: Is the caravan weather tight? If not, fix the leaking areas. (This caravan will probably be stored outside)
*: Need to replace window catch rubber toggles (flexi catches?) - available from caravan shops or Ebay.
*Fit lino / similarly hardwearing & waterproof covering to floor.
*DECISION: Which way round should the caravan be orientated in use? (Facing up the field / across the field?)
* Obtain and fit worktop, and legs. Include cut-out for the signal/timing box of electronics. Would be nice to have a removable perspex top - notices could be put underneath this.
I recommend flat-pack desk from Ikea or similar. Signal unit could be surface mounted. SB 13/6
*DECISION: Work out where the following items are to be located - bearing in mind ergonomics, and the centre of gravity of the finished/loaded caravan. Ideally the caravan will only have slight nose weight to allow for easy positioning.
*Obtain and build/install racking / shelving / cupboard for parachutes (probably best located over the axle for CofG reasons)
I recommend pine flat-pack self-assembly units obtainable from Ikea - easier than build from scratch SB 13/6
*Obtain and build/install shelving / cupboards for: forms, pens, paperwork, flight manuals, barograph, binoculars, cushions & packing, etc.
*Obtain or build a storage box for lead ballast weights. Again, probably best to be over the axle. Needs to be very strong and located above a main chassis rail.
*Obtain / build and fit seating.
*Fit notice boards to internal wall.
*Paint caravan exterior. Probably copy existing red and white check pattern for walls and matt black for the roof.
*: Black will produce a high heat gain but is possibly needed as a background to the signalling lamp. (AS 13/6)
*Choose position and copy existing mounting system to attach windsock and mast to the new caravan.
*DECIDE: What signal lights to use? How to mount them, considering: Ease of visibility for winch driver, ease of adjusting the positioning, etc. Make mounts and fit to the caravan.
*: Furneaux Riddall (Portsmouth) have an LED Work Light [http://www.furneauxriddall.com/shop/acatalog/LED_Work_Light.html#a7450 link] (ref:7450) £65 which may be good as a signalling light. At 15W it should be at least as bright as a 75W Halogen and at 1.29A voltage dop will not be a problem. Will also extend battery life. Beam angle may be too wide? (AS 13/6)
*Decide on position of blackboard on outside of caravan. (or upgrade to whiteboard?)
*Battery to be fitted to the existing battery box on the A-frame. Arrange battery clamp and new leads and THICK, good quality wiring.
*Choose best position for circuit breakers and battery condition gauge (use the items from the old caravan, just allow for their position, only move them when ready to use the new caravan)
*Install good wiring in the caravan for the signal lights, signal buzzer, signal box, etc.
*When the rest of the caravan is ready, transfer signal controller box, signal lights, battery gauge, circuit breaker, windsock mast, etc to the new caravan.
*Test that everything works as desired.
*Transfer all the paperwork, forms, manuals, etc into the new caravan.
*Use Caravan. (taking care not to destroy it...)

Maintenance Schedule

2010-11-29T18:36:37Z

Treasurer: /* Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule */

== Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule ==

'''Daily''' (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual)

Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch and road chassis:

> Engine oil

> Auto transmission oil

> Radiator

> Fuel

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Check function of lights and gauges

Check serviceability of paying on gear and guillotines

Check tyres fully inflated

'''Monthly'''

Functional check of guillotines (without cutting cable) - BGA requirement

Check paying on rollers - lubricate as necessary, replace damaged items

'''Quarterly'''
Check function of all gauges and warning lights

Check setting and function of rev limiter

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Check and top up if required, the following on both winch and road chassis;

> Engine oil (change oil and filter if engine is in 'daily' use)

> Auto transmission oil

> Radiator

> Main gearbox

> Right angle drive/back axle

> Dog clutch housings

> Scroll gear housings

> Brake fluid

> Clutch fluid

> Batteries

Investigate reasons for any significant topping up

Lubricate paying on gear pivots

Lubricate dog clutch selectors and linkage

Check/adjust tyre pressures. Check for damage or wear.

'''Half yearly'''

Change auto transmission oil and filter

'''Every autumn'''

Inspect hoses - replace if cracked or leaking

Check security of all hose clips

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Drain and refill cooling system with 30% (min) antif-freeze solution

Maintenance Schedule

2010-11-29T18:35:45Z

Treasurer: /* Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule */

Maintenance Schedule

2010-11-29T18:33:42Z

Treasurer: /* Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule */

== Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule ==

'''Daily''' (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual)

Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch and road chassis:

> Engine oil

> Auto transmission oil

> Radiator

> Fuel

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Check function of lights and gauges

Check serviceability of paying on gear and guillotines

Check tyres fully inflated

'''Monthly'''

Functional check of guillotines (without cutting cable) - BGA requirement

Check paying on rollers - lubricate as necessary, replace damaged items

'''Quarterly'''
Check function of all gauges and warning lights

Check setting and function of rev limiter

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Check and top up if required, the following on both winch and road chassis;

Engine oil (change oil and filter if engine is in 'daily' use)

Auto transmission oil

Radiator

Main gearbox

Right angle drive/back axle

Dog clutch housings

Scroll gear housings

Brake fluid

Clutch fluid

Batteries

Investigate reasons for any significant topping up

Lubricate paying on gear pivots

Lubricate dog clutch selectors and linkage

Check/adjust tyre pressures. Check for damage or wear.

'''Half yearly'''

Change auto transmission oil and filter

'''Every autumn'''

Inspect hoses - replace if cracked or leaking

Check security of all hose clips

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Drain and refill cooling system with 30% (min) antif-freeze solution

Maintenance Schedule

2010-11-29T18:31:25Z

Treasurer: /* Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule */

== Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule ==

'''Daily''' (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual)

Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch and road chassis:

Engine oil

Auto transmission oil

Radiator

Fuel

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Check function of lights and gauges

Check serviceability of paying on gear and guillotines

Check tyres fully inflated

'''Monthly'''

Functional check of guillotines (without cutting cable) - BGA requirement

Check paying on rollers - lubricate as necessary, replace damaged items

'''Quarterly'''
Check function of all gauges and warning lights

Check setting and function of rev limiter

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Check and top up if required, the following on both winch and road chassis;

Engine oil (change oil and filter if engine is in 'daily' use)

Auto transmission oil

Radiator

Main gearbox

Right angle drive/back axle

Dog clutch housings

Scroll gear housings

Brake fluid

Clutch fluid

Batteries

Investigate reasons for any significant topping up

Lubricate paying on gear pivots

Lubricate dog clutch selectors and linkage

Check/adjust tyre pressures. Check for damage or wear.

'''Half yearly'''

Change auto transmission oil and filter

'''Every autumn'''

Inspect hoses - replace if cracked or leaking

Check security of all hose clips

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Drain and refill cooling system with 30% (min) antif-freeze solution

Maintenance Schedule

2010-11-29T18:30:43Z

Treasurer: /* Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule */

== Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule ==

'''Daily''' (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual)

Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch and road chassis:

Engine oil

Auto transmission oil

Radiator

Fuel

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Check function of lights and gauges

Check serviceability of paying on gear and guillotines

Check tyres fully inflated

'''Monthly'''

Functional check of guillotines (without cutting cable) - BGA requirement

Check paying on rollers - lubricate as necessary, replace damaged items

'''Quarterly'''
Check function of all gauges and warning lights

Check setting and function of rev limiter

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Check and top up if required, the following on both winch and road chassis;

Engine oil (change oil and filter if engine is in 'daily' use)

Auto transmission oil

Radiator

Main gearbox

Right angle drive/back axle

Dog clutch housings

Scroll gear housings

Brake fluid

Clutch fluid

Batteries

Investigate reasons for any significant topping up

Lubricate paying on gear pivots

Lubricate dog clutch selectors and linkage

Check/adjust tyre pressures. Check for damage or wear.

'''Half yearly'''

Change auto transmission oil and filter

'''Every autumn'''

Inspect hoses - replace if cracked or leaking

Check security of all hose clips

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Drain and refill cooling system with 30% (min) antif-freeze solution

Maintenance Schedule

2010-11-29T18:27:52Z

Treasurer: /* Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule */

== Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule ==

'''Daily''' (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual)

Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch and road chassis:

Engine oil

Auto transmission oil

Radiator

Fuel

Check fan belt - condition and tension

Check function of lights and gauges

Check serviceability of paying on gear and guillotines

Check tyres fully inflated

'''Monthly'''
Functional check of guillotines (without cutting cable) - BGA requirement
Check paying on rollers - lubricate as necessary, replace damaged items

Quarterly
Check function of all gauges and warning lights
Check setting and function of rev limiter
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Check and top up if required, the following on bothe winch and road chassis.
Engine oil (change oil and filter if engine is in 'daily' use)
Auto transmission oil
Radiator
Main gearbox
Right angle drive/back axle
Dog clutch housings
Scroll gear housings
Brake fluid
Clutch fluid
Batteries
Investigate reasons for any significant topping up
Lubricate paying on gear pivots
Lubricate dog clutch selectors and linkage
Check/adjust tyre pressures. Check for damage or wear.

Half yearly
Change auto transmission oil and filter

Every autumn
Inspect hoses - replace if cracked or leaking
Check security of all hose clips
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Drain and refill cooling system with 30% (min) antif-freeze solution

Maintenance Schedule

2010-11-29T18:25:46Z

Treasurer: /* Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule */

== '''Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule''' ==

Daily (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual)

Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch and road chassis:

Engine oil
Auto transmission oil

Radiator
Fuel
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Check function of lights and gauges
Check serviceability of paying on gear and guillotines
Check tyres fully inflated

Monthly
Functional check of guillotines (without cutting cable) - BGA requirement
Check paying on rollers - lubricate as necessary, replace damaged items

Quarterly
Check function of all gauges and warning lights
Check setting and function of rev limiter
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Check and top up if required, the following on bothe winch and road chassis.
Engine oil (change oil and filter if engine is in 'daily' use)
Auto transmission oil
Radiator
Main gearbox
Right angle drive/back axle
Dog clutch housings
Scroll gear housings
Brake fluid
Clutch fluid
Batteries
Investigate reasons for any significant topping up
Lubricate paying on gear pivots
Lubricate dog clutch selectors and linkage
Check/adjust tyre pressures. Check for damage or wear.

Half yearly
Change auto transmission oil and filter

Every autumn
Inspect hoses - replace if cracked or leaking
Check security of all hose clips
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Drain and refill cooling system with 30% (min) antif-freeze solution

Maintenance Schedule

2010-11-29T18:25:07Z

Treasurer: /* Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule */

== '''Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule''' ==

Daily (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual)

Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch and road chassis

Engine oil

Auto transmission oil

Radiator
Fuel
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Check function of lights and gauges
Check serviceability of paying on gear and guillotines
Check tyres fully inflated

Monthly
Functional check of guillotines (without cutting cable) - BGA requirement
Check paying on rollers - lubricate as necessary, replace damaged items

Quarterly
Check function of all gauges and warning lights
Check setting and function of rev limiter
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Check and top up if required, the following on bothe winch and road chassis.
Engine oil (change oil and filter if engine is in 'daily' use)
Auto transmission oil
Radiator
Main gearbox
Right angle drive/back axle
Dog clutch housings
Scroll gear housings
Brake fluid
Clutch fluid
Batteries
Investigate reasons for any significant topping up
Lubricate paying on gear pivots
Lubricate dog clutch selectors and linkage
Check/adjust tyre pressures. Check for damage or wear.

Half yearly
Change auto transmission oil and filter

Every autumn
Inspect hoses - replace if cracked or leaking
Check security of all hose clips
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Drain and refill cooling system with 30% (min) antif-freeze solution

Maintenance Schedule

2010-11-29T18:24:41Z

Treasurer: /* Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule */

== '''Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule''' ==

Daily (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual)
Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch and road chassis

Engine oil

Auto transmission oil

Radiator
Fuel
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Check function of lights and gauges
Check serviceability of paying on gear and guillotines
Check tyres fully inflated

Monthly
Functional check of guillotines (without cutting cable) - BGA requirement
Check paying on rollers - lubricate as necessary, replace damaged items

Quarterly
Check function of all gauges and warning lights
Check setting and function of rev limiter
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Check and top up if required, the following on bothe winch and road chassis.
Engine oil (change oil and filter if engine is in 'daily' use)
Auto transmission oil
Radiator
Main gearbox
Right angle drive/back axle
Dog clutch housings
Scroll gear housings
Brake fluid
Clutch fluid
Batteries
Investigate reasons for any significant topping up
Lubricate paying on gear pivots
Lubricate dog clutch selectors and linkage
Check/adjust tyre pressures. Check for damage or wear.

Half yearly
Change auto transmission oil and filter

Every autumn
Inspect hoses - replace if cracked or leaking
Check security of all hose clips
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Drain and refill cooling system with 30% (min) antif-freeze solution

Maintenance Schedule

2010-11-29T18:24:21Z

Treasurer: /* Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule */

== '''Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule''' ==

Daily (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual)
Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch and road chassis
Engine oil

Auto transmission oil

Radiator
Fuel
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Check function of lights and gauges
Check serviceability of paying on gear and guillotines
Check tyres fully inflated

Monthly
Functional check of guillotines (without cutting cable) - BGA requirement
Check paying on rollers - lubricate as necessary, replace damaged items

Quarterly
Check function of all gauges and warning lights
Check setting and function of rev limiter
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Check and top up if required, the following on bothe winch and road chassis.
Engine oil (change oil and filter if engine is in 'daily' use)
Auto transmission oil
Radiator
Main gearbox
Right angle drive/back axle
Dog clutch housings
Scroll gear housings
Brake fluid
Clutch fluid
Batteries
Investigate reasons for any significant topping up
Lubricate paying on gear pivots
Lubricate dog clutch selectors and linkage
Check/adjust tyre pressures. Check for damage or wear.

Half yearly
Change auto transmission oil and filter

Every autumn
Inspect hoses - replace if cracked or leaking
Check security of all hose clips
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Drain and refill cooling system with 30% (min) antif-freeze solution

Maintenance Schedule

2010-11-29T18:22:57Z

Treasurer: Created page with ' == '''Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule''' == Daily (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual) Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch …'

== '''Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule''' ==

Daily (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual)
Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch and road chassis
Engine oil
Auto transmission oil
Radiator
Fuel
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Check function of lights and gauges
Check serviceability of paying on gear and guillotines
Check tyres fully inflated

Monthly
Functional check of guillotines (without cutting cable) - BGA requirement
Check paying on rollers - lubricate as necessary, replace damaged items

Quarterly
Check function of all gauges and warning lights
Check setting and function of rev limiter
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Check and top up if required, the following on bothe winch and road chassis.
Engine oil (change oil and filter if engine is in 'daily' use)
Auto transmission oil
Radiator
Main gearbox
Right angle drive/back axle
Dog clutch housings
Scroll gear housings
Brake fluid
Clutch fluid
Batteries
Investigate reasons for any significant topping up
Lubricate paying on gear pivots
Lubricate dog clutch selectors and linkage
Check/adjust tyre pressures. Check for damage or wear.

Half yearly
Change auto transmission oil and filter

Every autumn
Inspect hoses - replace if cracked or leaking
Check security of all hose clips
Check fan belt - condition and tension
Drain and refill cooling system with 30% (min) antif-freeze solution

NEW LaunchPoint Caravan

2010-06-13T12:46:30Z

Treasurer: /* Re-fit plan */

==New Caravan==
March(?) 2010: Chris Bessent arranged the purchase of a cheap caravan that can be turned into the new launch point caravan. Steve Barber and Alan Saunders and others have stripped the interior of all its furniture and fittings ready for the the re-fit.

==Re-fit plan==
The aim is to get the caravan refitted during Summer 2010, ready for use in October 2010.
*Fit new floor to caravan: 3/4" plywood or OSB (Existing floor (chipboard?) is very spongy and won't last long)
*If necessary, cross-beams can be fitted below the floor. Either wooden or metal (welded to caravan's perimeter chassis)
*Corner legs to be checked and fixed / replaced if necessary.
*Check jockey wheel. Fix broken bracket.
(Done - rewelded by Peter Ellison in April. SB13/6)
*Reinforcing frame to be fitted around the doorway - wood or preferably steel. (people pull themselves up into the caravan by pulling heavily on the sides - leading to distrortion and cracks)
*Handles to be fitted to the outside for ease of moving the caravan. Strongly recommend fitting structural elements (preferably welded steel) to transfer forces to the chassis of the caravan, not just bolt them to the flimsy walls.
*Check: Is the caravan weather tight? If not, fix the leaking areas. (This caravan will probably be stored outside)
*Fit lino / similarly hardwearing & waterproof covering to floor.
*DECISION: Which way round should the caravan be orientated in use? (Facing up the field / across the field?)
* Obtain and fit worktop, and legs. Include cut-out for the signal/timing box of electronics. Would be nice to have a removable perspex top - notices could be put underneath this.
I recommend flat-pack desk from Ikea or similar. Signal unit could be surface mounted. SB 13/6
*DECISION: Work out where the following items are to be located - bearing in mind ergonomics, and the centre of gravity of the finished/loaded caravan. Ideally the caravan will only have slight nose weight to allow for easy positioning.
*Obtain and build/install racking / shelving / cupboard for parachutes (probably best located over the axle for CofG reasons)
I recommend pine flat-pack self-assembly units obtainable from Ikea - easier than build from scratch SB 13/6
*Obtain and build/install shelving / cupboards for: forms, pens, paperwork, flight manuals, barograph, binoculars, cushions & packing, etc.
*Obtain or build a storage box for lead ballast weights. Again, probably best to be over the axle. Needs to be very strong and located above a main chassis rail.
*Obtain / build and fit seating.
*Fit notice boards to internal wall.
*Paint caravan exterior. Probably copy existing red and white check pattern for walls and matt black for the roof.
*Choose position and copy existing mounting system to attach windsock and mast to the new caravan.
*DECIDE: What signal lights to use? How to mount them, considering: Ease of visibility for winch driver, ease of adjusting the positioning, etc. Make mounts and fit to the caravan.
*Decide on position of blackboard on outside of caravan. (or upgrade to whiteboard?)
*Battery to be fitted to the existing battery box on the A-frame. Arrange battery clamp and new leads and THICK, good quality wiring.
*Choose best position for circuit breakers and battery condition gauge (use the items from the old caravan, just allow for their position, only move them when ready to use the new caravan)
*Install good wiring in the caravan for the signal lights, signal buzzer, signal box, etc.
*When the rest of the caravan is ready, transfer signal controller box, signal lights, battery gauge, circuit breaker, windsock mast, etc to the new caravan.
*Test that everything works as desired.
*Transfer all the paperwork, forms, manuals, etc into the new caravan.
*Use Caravan. (taking care not to destroy it...)

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