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Drake Collectibles "The Log Book" - Edition 28
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Welcome to the latest edition of your Log Book eNewsletter!
In this weeks edition you will find out information about:
- Noon Family Presentation
- New WSI Trucks
- Date Saver
- Low Stock
- Discussing Diecast with Bruce Hay
- Merchandise
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From Bruce Hay and the team at Drake Collectibles |
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You may know, earlier this year, one of the Drake Group employees David Noon was tragically killed in a car accident. His daughter Reanna was seriously injured in the accident too but is on the long road to recovery.
As a fundraiser for the Noon family, the Drake Shop auctioned on Ebay a Membreys T909 Rowan Truck plus some Membreys merchandise kindly donated by Craig. All proceeds were being donated to the Noon family.
Reanna came along to the Drake Shop last week to receive the cheque presented by Maggie Drake for the money raised from the sale. Also present was Ian who generously bought the model for $1,625.00.
A big thank you to Ian for his generous contribution and to everyone who participated in the Auction.
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The above trucks will be available to pre-order shortly.
Keep an eye out on our Facebook page or Website for more details and start saving!
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Date Saver - Saturday 9th December 2017
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If you are in Brisbane on Saturday 9th December keep it free.
More exciting details to follow shortly.
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The following items are on the low stock warning list.
K200 Higgs Haulage SKU: Z01345 - NOW SOLD OUT!
K200 Chrome Yellow SKU: Z01373
C509 Gunmetal Grey SKU: Z01383 - NOW SOLD OUT!
K200 Silver SKU: Z01386
T909 Black Combo SKU: ZT09026
T909 Mercury Silver Combo SKU: ZT09027
K200 DBT White SKU: ZT09045
K200 DBT Betts Bower SKU: ZT09049
Trailer Membrey SKU: ZT0923
With Christmas only a few weeks away it is the perfect time to purchase one of these last remaining models.
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Discussing Diecast with Bruce Hay
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Today let’s talk about dolly and low loader spares….
One of the most FAQ is how do I get my spares to stay on???
So, the first question we need to address is, why aren’t they on there in the first place?
Strangely, not everyone around the world treats your models with the same love and care as you, especially the dreaded Mr delivery driver. To ensure that your models will arrive in the best possible condition they are subjected to a stringent packaging testing at the factory which includes a drop test from 3 meters.
Test results indicated that there could be a potential problem of damaged to this area, so it was decided to leave them off the model for final fitment from the collector. Therefore, when you open your model you will find them stored separately in small plastic bags. One bag for the dolly and one bag for the trailer.
So, the next question is, which one fits where?
If you look on the inside of the spare wheel carriers, you will find three small letters on each. These letters identifies which one goes where.
The first letter indicates: D = Dolly or T= Trailer
The Second letter indicates: F= Front or R= Rear
The third letter indicates: L= Left or R= Right
So the million-dollar question is how do I get them to stay on?
- Best way is a drop of super glue. But that makes them a permanent fixture.
- You could also use a small piece of blue tack or something similar.
- I use a small drop of white wood glue. It takes a bit longer to dry, but is secure once cured and the best part is most white glues are soluble in water soluble, so a good soaking and you can remove them.
So until next time
Happy collecting
Bruce
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With the count down to Christmas truly underway it is never too early to start your Christmas shopping. Not only does the Drake Shop have an awesome range of diecast models we have The Drake Group merchandise as well.
Many of these items are on sale due to the launch of our new brand this year.
Check out the full range today at www.thedrakeshop.com
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The Drake Shop Website |
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© Drake Collectibles
19 Formation Street Wacol, Brisbane QLD 4076
Ph: (07) 3271 5888 www.thedrakeshop.com |
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