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Crankcase Chronicles - Classic cars, adventure biking, van life in Vancouver and an Urban Outlaw
Edition 6
Crankcase Chronicle
March 23, 2024
I have created this newsletter as a hub for everything motor-related: from captivating pictures and the latest news to intriguing products and accessories that catch my eye.
Rather than a narrow focus on a particular automotive niche, this newsletter takes a broad view of what's out there - things that are interesting, cool, and informative. My tastes range from classic cars and hotrods to mopeds and vans, and I often delve into the artistic and fashion aspects associated with these realms.
If you're ready for an eclectic journey through my automotive passions, I invite you to sign up and let's embark on this adventure together.
News.
Converting classic cars to EVs is a growing trend as owners try to keep their ageing motors on the road. This is an interesting article on what David Brown Automotive has done with a classic mini, but the price may stagger even the most ardent classics or EV fan.
Cars.
Wimbledon Village is never short of high ticket motors but now and again you get a few classic beauties.
Bikes.
Excellent short movie about biking, cool locations and a few tricks thrown in .
Clothing and accessories.
Thirteen Supply Co. are one of my favourite T-shirt suppliers at the moment. Producing great designs on good quality products at a reasonable price, whats not to like !
Art - Tom Fritz
Tom Fritz creates amazing images of classic car, bikes and aircraft. Check out his site below his artwork both originals and prints are available.
Youtube. - channels I’m watching
Follow the travels and daily life of Chrome and Cruz in Vancouver, I have been a long time viewer and its always entertaining.
EDC.
Sunshade Rigid Panel Organizer
If you need accessible storage in your car, van or truck then this could well be the answer. I have ordered one for my van for all the items that are usually rolling around the dashboard or footwell.
Die Cast .
1983 GMC Vandura Van (B.A.'s) Weathered Version, The A-Team - Greenlight 44865F/48 - 1/64 Scale Diecast Model Toy Car
Its a TV cult classic so why not have one for your man cave !
Reading material.
Urban Outlaw: Dirt Don’t Slow You Down
Magnus Walker is a serial entrepreneur, fashion designer, TV presenter, motivational speaker, and one of the globe's foremost Porsche collectors.
During the urban decline of Thatcher's Britain, Magnus Walker emerged from Sheffield with just two O levels, then seized a one-way ticket to America. Over three decades and three prosperous ventures later, he stands as a testament to following intuition, bucking convention, and pursuing passions against all odds.
In this book, Magnus Walker unveils his odyssey from a steel town in the North to the glitz of Hollywood, from a youth with limited prospects to a countercultural icon. Along this journey, we witness his blend of inspiration and hard work, comprehend his motivations and aspirations, and grasp the principles guiding his triumph.
URBAN OUTLAW is an electrifying chronicle of triumphing through sheer instinct and resolve, authored by a man audacious enough to forge his own path.
