Author Archives: thefordhams

New project site launched

We’ve been working on it for a little while now and its taking shape, this is a site we’re going to develop to be a large picture gallery, article based info site all about bus and campers – the VW … Continue reading

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Moving house – does the UK beckon

Well it would seem that our time in the US could be coming to a close, the challenges and the job are not the same as they used to be, so we’re looking for a change. This is in no … Continue reading

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Panzer Open Haus

Charlotte has some very cool VW’s in the locale, from barndoor buses to world record setting bugs.. John Harper of DerCarolinaPanzers.com was very kind to open his doors for all, his collection of VW’s and others is something to behold. … Continue reading

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Mooresville HotRods

Saturday afternoon, downtown Mooresville, a slew of local hotrods turned out for a little parade and show – quite the assortment of vehicles, our Dragbus made a visit along with a few Karmann beetles. They closed off two streets of … Continue reading

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Party at Joels house

A great afternoon was had by all.  Hot dogs, burgers, torrential rain, beer from various countries, 3 games of muddy volleyball, a lil Nascar, fishing – apparently they’re slimy to the touch (Archie), some swimming in the lake, a dive … Continue reading

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Charlotte Transporter Show

CTS 6 A really cool VW bus show that is held every year in downtown Charlotte, just outside the Panthers stadium. Approximately 50 buses turned up this year which was down from last year – we all blamed the forecast rain. The … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday Dad Mum just loves the crab cakes, oh and the ice cold white wine.  We went there for Dads birthday – was yummy. Erm.. crab cakes anyone? Technorati Profile

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girls night out

A great time was had by all, I think we all made it home.  Don’t think we ever found out how old Michelle was (wink wink).  Thanks Al for being the Limo driver for the night. When we out again … Continue reading

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Day 8 story and final pictures

Starting at Sweetwater TN, which was a lovely KOA site, all the right things for the boys to do, jump pad, swim pool, rec room, games room, plenty of shade – yay we think this will be a success. Must … Continue reading

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Day 7 pictures and stories

Well, having needed 2 jump starts last night we lashed up a battery charging method and were sure we had the battery problem licked. Hmm. Also AL changed out the brushes in the generator for added luck. We were gambling. So all packed up in the … Continue reading

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