The Ring Checklist

Those who have been before will probably have most of this stuff already. For those who have not been before, the below list is invaluable.

Most of the items in the "For The Car" section are actually law in Europe, so I would advise that you make sure that you do / have these things arranged.

I'm sure that most of you who have been before will have this stuff, but it's well worth double checking, just in case. Anything that you haven't got can be purchased at places like Halfords, or worst case scenario on the ferry, but they do charge a bit more there.

The items in BLUE are the ones that are Law in Europe!

The Check List
FOR THE CAR

1: Spare Bulb Kit
2: Warning Triangle
3: Hi Visibility Vests (1 for each person in car)
4: Headlight Beam Deflectors
5: Fire Extinguisher
6: First Aid Kit
7: Octane Booster
8: Oil (optional but advised)
9: GB Sticker
10:Spare Key
11: Sat Nav (with European Data)
12: Crash Helmet
13: European Insurance & Breakdown Cover (make sure it covers repatriation, just in case)
14: Track insurance (those insured with Keith Micheals, call Moley)
15: Driving License (including Paper Part)
16: Locking wheel nut tool

PERSONAL ITEMS

1: Ferry Tickets (confirmation e-mail) & Passports
2: E 111
3: Euro's and debit / credit cards (inform bank that you are away for safety)
4: Mobile Phone & Charger
5: Headache Tablets (trust me)
6: European Plug Adaptor


Those with TOM TOM's down load the shell garages onto your european maps.

If you know of anything that need adding to this list, please feel free to add it.

[Scott.T]

Engine Hoist
Spare Engine

[Lucky]

Originally Posted by SilverSurfer

Engine Hoist
Spare Engine

[Cath]

Originally Posted by SilverSurfer

Engine Hoist
Spare Engine

Dont tempt fate

[Scott.T]

Shall we start a sweep stake ??

You Bugger

So are you coming this year Scott?

[SpecB]

Originally Posted by SilverSurfer

Engine Hoist
Spare Engine

Make that a gearbox for me please!

[Steve_PPP]

Originally Posted by BlueBugEye

Make that a gearbox for me please!

We'll keep the back seats spare just in case

Originally Posted by BlueBugEye

Make that a gearbox for me please!

Make that x2 mine should of bust last year

[BIG"E"]

Originally Posted by worzel

So are you coming this year Scott?

Dont mention the FERRY prices.

Originally Posted by BIG"E"

Dont mention the FERRY prices.

PMSL

[ScoobySi]

Only just came across this thread, god Im hating the french even more now .... any ideas wheres the best place to buy or errr, "borrow" a fire extinguisher from?

Si

[BIG"E"]

You can buy a fire extinguisher on the ferry or halfords..

[SpecB]

Originally Posted by ScoobySi

Only just came across this thread, god Im hating the french even more now .... any ideas wheres the best place to buy or errr, "borrow" a fire extinguisher from?

Si

I've got a spare one in the house if you need it, no bracket though.

For those going alone, there are travel companions that can be brought in the bars once your there

As in..... TP...... From Sliders

[ScoobySi]

Halfords, as im sure most other people on here, would rather avoid them but if its a must its a must.

Originally Posted by BlueBugEye

I've got a spare one in the house if you need it, no bracket though.

No bracket means it will be rolling around yes? if so I can just put it under the passenger seat with a well place towel/bag so would be greatful to borrow that and will return unsed hopefully if Im not spending all day putting out burnt out evo's on the track

Si

Oh yes a TP

[SpecB]

No problems Si I'll bring it along on the day it'll fit under a seat no problems, it's a slimline one.

[ScoobySi]

Cheers mate

[Anger]

Headlight beam deflectors... lets see if i can put these in the right place this year

[SpecB]

I put mine on wrong last year as well, bloody bugger to get off again and reposition!

Black sparky tape job done.

Much easier

[Anger]

JDM HID's wasnt the same place as you lot... i got flashed by most cars at night, i just put the full beam on and blinded them

[Scott.T]

Might be worth throwing this 'tool' in ya bag http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/2294453.htm

Looks like a bit of a bargain.

Thats cheap but no RS

[BIG"E"]

Those who have been before will probably have most of this stuff already. For those who have not been before, the below list is invaluable.

Most of the items in the "For The Car" section are actually law in Europe, so I would advise that you make sure that you do / have these things arranged.

I'm sure that most of you who have been before will have this stuff, but it's well worth double checking, just in case. Anything that you haven't got can be purchased at places like Halfords, or worst case scenario on the ferry, but they do charge a bit more there.

The items in BLUE are the ones that are Law in Europe!

The Check List
FOR THE CAR

1: Spare Bulb Kit
2: Warning Triangle
3: Hi Visibility Vests (1 for each person in car)
4: Headlight Beam Deflectors
5: Fire Extinguisher
6: First Aid Kit
7: Octane Booster
8: Oil (optional but advised)
9: GB Sticker
10:Spare Key
11: Sat Nav (with European Data)
12: Crash Helmet
13: European Insurance & Breakdown Cover (make sure it covers repatriation, just in case)
14: Track insurance (those insured with Keith Micheals, call Moley)
15: Driving License (including Paper Part)
16: Locking wheel nut tool

PERSONAL ITEMS

1: Ferry Tickets (confirmation e-mail) & Passports
2: E 111
3: Euro's and debit / credit cards (inform bank that you are away for safety)
4: Mobile Phone & Charger
5: Headache Tablets (trust me)
6: European Plug Adaptor
7: Walkie talkies ?
8: Big bag of cash. Euros.

Those with TOM TOM's down load the shell garages onto your european maps.

If you know of anything that need adding to this list, please feel free to add it.

Not long now getting excited !!.

Don't forget travel insurance

Yeah 2 more sleeps

[BIG"E"]

Originally Posted by Crowman

Don't forget travel insurance

Yeah 2 more sleeps

Can you sleep then ?

I am beginning to not too I will be glad when I am there.

E111 should cover most things but it doesn't cover repatriation.

I do not want to think about that though.

I have taken out extra medical cover to ensure my back history is accounted for.
Mate I thought you would extra cover with your history .

[BIG"E"]

Originally Posted by Crowman

I have taken out extra medical cover to ensure my back history is accounted for.
Mate I thought you would extra cover with your history .

Have you told the insurers that you have an existing condition?

Its going to cost me another £60 to get cover.

If I have troubles I am covered by the E111 for the clot buster.
I am going well prepared with asprin and GTN.

If I snuff it put me in someones boot and take me home, I wont feel a thing.

Just been doing some reseach might be changing my mind.
Why is it they can all come here at get it free, we go away and get ripped off this country really is run by a bunch of

Mate I've researched and trust me if we are unfortunate to have problems with existing conditions it will cost a fortune.
I have good cover free with my Lloyds account, I then gave them all my history which put an £18 premium on it.
Your not going in my boot, your too fookin heavy

[stiggy]

Not worried about the weight more the smell...

Pmsl fat and smelly























Love you Mr E

[Skullfudge]

Handy Thread Steve

What's with the headlight beam deflectors ?

[BIG"E"]

Originally Posted by Skullfudge

Handy Thread Steve

What's with the headlight beam deflectors ?

You have to deflect the head light beam so it does not blind on coming drivers.

You can buy the kits from Halfords.

Or all you need is some black insulating tape and stick in the right position on the light.

ps Still waiting for a call

[Skullfudge]

Originally Posted by BIG"E"

You have to deflect the head light beam so it does not blind on coming drivers.

You can buy the kits from Halfords.

Or all you need is some black insulating tape and stick in the right position on the light.

ps Still waiting for a call

LOL I haven;t forgotten to call mate. I was going to ting you tomorrow evening.

Cheers

[stiggy]

Originally Posted by Skullfudge

LOL I haven;t forgotten to call mate. I was going to ting you tomorrow evening.

Cheers

Are you coming round for lap practice in the eve mate?

[BIG"E"]

Originally Posted by stiggy

Are you coming round for lap practice in the eve mate?

To make sure you get the pace notes correct.

[SpecB]

Got pretty much all my bits sorted and ready to take - anybody taking tools, I have a small kit and a larger kit, if nobody else is taking anything I'll take the larger kit.

I'll also have a 12v pump with me.

Anybody know if ScoobySi still wants to borrow an extinguisher from me?

[Skullfudge]

Originally Posted by stiggy

Are you coming round for lap practice in the eve mate?

Monday Pete ?

Im taking plastic crate with socket set, mole grips, screw drivers , oil, brake fluid, a few clips and odds and sods.

[SpecB]

I'll take the small kit then - no doubt we'll have enough between us then - I'll be taking a litre of oil hopefully I won't need any as the leaks are all fixed!

[ScoobySi]

I have a mate around the corner from me that is lending me a triangle and a fire extinguisher, cheers though blue for offering

Funny really, 1st year we went we all just pretty much jumped in our cars and went

[SpecB]

It's not the going that bothers me it's the coming back!

[BIG"E"]

Originally Posted by BlueBugEye

It's not the going that bothers me it's the coming back!

What when the honeymoon starts in Brugge.

[Steve_PPP]

I'll be taking some basic tool that'll let me change brake pads after my last experience with bluestuff NDXs - hopefully this set will be better!

If anyone has not sorted their European breakdown cover, go with Churchill.
I have normally just upgraded my AA but they want £90.
I shopped around this morning and Churchill fully comprehensive cover is £37. Spot on.

[Skullfudge]

Does anyone have Gary M's (re Insurance) mobile, as I lost it with the other 528 contacts when swapping to the iPhone 4

Thanks

[Granby]

Originally Posted by Crowman

If anyone has not sorted their European breakdown cover, go with Churchill.
I have normally just upgraded my AA but they want £90.
I shopped around this morning and Churchill fully comprehensive cover is £37. Spot on.

Thats pretty good, i'm with ADAC which gives you full European cover for a year for around £70, had to use them a couple of times, the last when my Scooby blew and in the UK its the AA that comes out to you

The only one i have is this. 02082880275 If you dont get trough !st time just keep trying.

Gary is off today, but should be back tomorrow I believe?

Try him tomorrow on the number Nige gave, thats his direct number

Yep he is off today

[Steve_PPP]

doh, just tried to phone Gary as well!

Will have to catch up with him tomorrow or Wednesday

Originally Posted by BlueBugEye

Got pretty much all my bits sorted and ready to take - anybody taking tools, I have a small kit and a larger kit, if nobody else is taking anything I'll take the larger kit.

I'll also have a 12v pump with me.

Anybody know if ScoobySi still wants to borrow an extinguisher from me?

Best take the larger kit mate. Just incase

[SpecB]

I have no intentions of using any tools this year!!

Originally Posted by BlueBugEye

I have no intentions of using any tools this year!!

Ha! Ha! i know dont get so Others may need them

Don't forget folder away chair, it's a bitch standing when out watching.

[Scott.T]

Originally Posted by Crowman

Don't forget folder away chair, it's a bitch standing when out watching.

Or waiting for recovery.......Oops...did I say that out loud ????

[Steve_PPP]

Good call re: folding seats, forgot all about them.....

Ours are all loaded up

Originally Posted by SilverSurfer

Or waiting for recovery.......Oops...did I say that out loud ????

At least your not bitter

A nice big brolley wouldn't be a bad shout either looking at the forecast for Friday!

[SpecB]

Had a stroke of luck today - turns out my Breakdown cover with Barclays covers Europe plus repatriation!! £50 more for beer then!

I'll stick the subaru Umbrella and the chairs in the car tonight!

[Scott.T]

Originally Posted by Crowman

At least your not bitter

no not bitter, just weisebier.

[Skullfudge]

Not long now

I'll be running on V Power for the trip down but will have 25Ltrs of Meths in the boot so I can run 20% at The Ring.

Anyone else need some Meths ?

[Granby]

Originally Posted by Skullfudge

Anyone else need some Meths ?

No thanks i'll make do with the bitburger

[ScoobySi]

This might seem like a couple of stupid questions but, the gb sticker, is it the one on the number plate or the big one for the boot? And what are headlight beam deflectors?

[Granby]

If you have a GB badge on the number plate then you don't need one for the boot

Beam deflectors alter the headlamp beam the other way for continental driving so not to dazzle other drivers

[ScoobySi]

Isnt that what the switch on the centre dash is for? Cheers for pointing this out for me

[Granby]

Originally Posted by ScoobySi

Isnt that what the switch on the centre dash is for? Cheers for pointing this out for me

What switch?

[ScoobySi]

Theres like a switch in the centre dash that can dim the lights I think. (think being the main word in that sentance )

[Granby]

Originally Posted by ScoobySi

Theres like a switch in the centre dash that can dim the lights I think. (think being the main word in that sentance )

lol, no thats no good, in the UK the headlight beam aims to the the left, when driving on the continent that would dazzle the other drivers, so beam deflectors alter the beam so not to

[ScoobySi]

Damnit, where do you find these delectors then lol?

[Granby]

Originally Posted by ScoobySi

Damnit, where do you find these delectors then lol?

Halfords or the ferry

[Hongkongfooi]

Originally Posted by ScoobySi

Damnit, where do you find these delectors then lol?

you know you will be driving on the right si? lol

[ScoobySi]

Right side, dont you mean the wrong side , and yes im afraid I do

[Steve_PPP]

Originally Posted by ScoobySi

and yes im afraid I do

Its easy if you haven't done it before. Only confusing parts are strange junction layouts and going round roundabouts the wrong way

But there's a good size group of us and its a lot easier to just follow the leader if you want to

[ScoobySi]

As stated in a previous post just how bad my directional/navigating skills are I will be sure to stick close to the car in front of me

[Anger]

Last year i said to Ratty... what is this crazy golf driver doing flashing and waving at us... i then realised i was on the wrong side and going straight at them

I blame the sambuca and beer the night before

My 1st time there i drove up a duel carriageway at night the wrong way!!! After that i needed a drink.

[Skullfudge]

Ive driven on the other side many times but never in Europe.

The US & Canada are crazy slow places to drives

You can go on a red light when turning right, if a yellow school bus stops on your side of 4 lanes over on the right you MUST stop when they stop.
All kids in Canada are taught that whenever the leave a bus it's safe to cross the road.
I spent more time looking for yellow buses than women !

[BIG"E"]

Originally Posted by Skullfudge

Ive driven on the other side many times but never in Europe

You will find the roads and drivers generally better than over here.

The lane discipline over there is so much better,

if you are overtaking then you drive in the outside lane when you're not you drive in the near side, simples.

If only people drove like that here, instead of thinking: I am doing the speed limit and so should you no you're not coming past me.

Its strange at first driving on the right especially roundabouts and left turns.

[Granby]

Originally Posted by BIG"E"

You will find the roads and drivers generally better than over here.

The lane discipline over there is so much better,

if you are overtaking then you drive in the outside lane when you're not you drive in the near side, simples.

If only people drove like that here, instead of thinking: I am doing the speed limit and so should you no you're not coming past me.

Its strange at first driving on the right especially roundabouts and left turns.

So true Ian, its actually a pleasure to drive out there cos of the lane discipline, the only idiots staying in the outside lane are normally the english lol

Don't know if it was just me but i never had any problems getting used to driving on the wrong side the first time i went

Granby what sort of MPG do you get from that V8?

[Granby]

Originally Posted by Nige

Granby what sort of MPG do you get from that V8?

Last year when i went to Germany i got 24mpg and that included a couple of runs down the autobahn, i don't do a lot of town driving in it so thats about average , it helps that at 80mph its only doing 2000rpm

[Steve_PPP]

The items in BLUE are the ones that are Law in Europe!

The Check List
FOR THE CAR


1: Spare Bulb Kit
2: Warning Triangle
3: Hi Visibility Vests (1 for each person in car)
4: Headlight Beam Deflectors
5: Fire Extinguisher
6: First Aid Kit
7: Octane Booster
8: Oil (optional but advised)
9: GB Sticker (if you don't have the blue GB ended number plates)
10:Spare Key
11: Sat Nav (with European Data)
12: Crash Helmet
13: European Insurance & Breakdown Cover (make sure it covers repatriation, just in case)
14: Track insurance (those insured with Keith Micheals, call Moley)
15: Driving License (including Paper Part)
16: Locking wheel nut tool
17: V5 Registration document

PERSONAL ITEMS

1: Ferry Tickets (confirmation e-mail) & Passports
2: E 111
3: Euro's and debit / credit cards (inform bank that you are away for safety)
4: Mobile Phone & Charger
5: Headache Tablets (trust me)
6: European Plug Adaptor
7: Walkie talkies ?
8: Big bag of cash. Euros.

Just to add, you should also take your V5 registration document just in case you get pulled over and ask to produce your paperwork! Worth taking current MOT certificate too.

[Anger]

Nice to not need anything car wise this year

[Steve_PPP]

Originally Posted by Anger

Nice to not need anything car wise this year

Yeah i bet. Bit of a list isn't it!

Still got 5 bottles of octane booster for you though, maybe you can add it to your whisky

[BIG"E"]

Who is taking walkie talkies?

How many do you have Steve PPP?

[Granby]

Originally Posted by BIG"E"

Who is taking walkie talkies?

How many do you have Steve PPP?

I've got 1 as the other won't charge, what channel will we be using (hopefully not channel 1 as that always seems to get strange calls lol)

[Steve_PPP]

I've got 3 of them

I vote for channel 5 (yes i just picked it randomly)

[BIG"E"]

Originally Posted by Steve_PPP

I've got 3 of them

I vote for channel 5 (yes i just picked it randomly)

Are they rechargeable or do they require batteries?

I have 2 but, can I suggest I borrow one of yours Steve as its range will be better than mine, in case I get to far in front.

[BIG"E"]

For those with sat navs

The GPS coordinates for the hotel are:

N 50° 11' 28.8''
E 7° 1' 1.8''

[Steve_PPP]

Originally Posted by BIG"E"

Are they rechargeable or do they require batteries?

I have 2 but, can I suggest I borrow one of yours Steve as its range will be better than mine, in case I get to far in front.

Ours take AAA batteries.

Bring them along even if they have limited range, as it'll be better than nothing