That's that then.

firebobby · 01-01-2015, 12:30

Well, I know longer belong to Buckinghamshire fire and rescue service, I finished at midnight last night (1/1/15) after 25 years service as a community fire fighter.

I made many friends and learned many skills in my years, I also saw many other FF's come and go in that time.
My Tuesday nights will be my own again (unless Mrs bobby has plans), I will be able to have a bath and relax, have a drink at night if i want to.
I will miss it, but decided that 25 years was a good number to leave at.
Cheers

bry · 01-01-2015, 12:37

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Originally Posted by firebobby

Well, I know longer belong to Buckinghamshire fire and rescue service, I finished at midnight last night (1/1/15) after 25 years service as a community fire fighter.

I made many friends and learned many skills in my years, I also saw many other FF's come and go in that time.
My Tuesday nights will be my own again (unless Mrs bobby has plans), I will be able to have a bath and relax, have a drink at night if i want to.
I will miss it, but decided that 25 years was a good number to leave at.
Cheers

Happy retirement(dont get bored

)A very worthy profession indeed

.So what are your plans for the next 25 years

AlexD333 · 01-01-2015, 12:56

Congrats my chap, time for a new hobby I think

firebobby · 01-01-2015, 15:36

I have always liked old cars, I have a long term project Triumph GT6 and have just got a Toyota MR2 MK2 which is now ready for the road again,
So we will be and about a lot more, here is the MR2 which I picked up as an MOT failure

bry · 01-01-2015, 16:25

I used to love the old Gt 6.

Ianinessex · 01-01-2015, 16:39

Nice car. I guess old habits of driving around in red vehicles is going to take a while to die.

briggie · 01-01-2015, 17:38

I thankyou for your service sir

..... wont you be on retention though ?

firebobby · 01-01-2015, 18:16

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Originally Posted by bry

I used to love the old Gt 6.

I will find a few photos for you, mine is a 1972 MK3

firebobby · 01-01-2015, 18:18

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Originally Posted by Ianinessex

Nice car. I guess old habits of driving around in red vehicles is going to take a while to die.

Didn't even think about that, but I suppose it must have drawn me to the car

firebobby · 01-01-2015, 18:20

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Originally Posted by briggie

I thankyou for your service sir

..... wont you be on retention though ?

I didn't think I would be in the service for so long, but the time just flew by, No retention Pete, I gave my 1 months notice and that's it mate.

Banshee · 01-01-2015, 18:26

Congrats mate

That's a hell of a stretch!!

I'm sure you'll love the extra time on your hands

AlexD333 · 01-01-2015, 21:34

If you need any advise or parts for the MR2 let me know. My mums partner is the boss of MR2s

I bought my one from him when he had 3.

Let me post a pic

AlexD333 · 01-01-2015, 21:37

Can't argue with this, custom spoiler, custom rear window, custom paint job, you get the idea, the interior is single seat and a mega sound system

AlexD333 · 01-01-2015, 21:37

I looked in the window and the car went mental at me

firebobby · 01-01-2015, 21:49

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Originally Posted by AlexD333

If you need any advise or parts for the MR2 let me know. My mums partner is the boss of MR2s

I bought my one from him when he had 3.

Let me post a pic

Boss of MR2, sounds interesting Alex, that's a very nice motor, was it yours ??

is it a turbo, I love the shape of these MK2's

01-01-2015, 12:30	#1
firebobby Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: South Bucks Vehicle: Terrano 3.0 SVE 2005 Posts: 3,499	That's that then. Well, I know longer belong to Buckinghamshire fire and rescue service, I finished at midnight last night (1/1/15) after 25 years service as a community fire fighter. I made many friends and learned many skills in my years, I also saw many other FF's come and go in that time. My Tuesday nights will be my own again (unless Mrs bobby has plans), I will be able to have a bath and relax, have a drink at night if i want to. I will miss it, but decided that 25 years was a good number to leave at. Cheers

01-01-2015, 18:26	#11
Banshee Moderator Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: West Midlands Vehicle: 04 2.7 SWB Terrano II Van Posts: 13,526	Congrats mate That's a hell of a stretch!! I'm sure you'll love the extra time on your hands __________________ Moderator 04' Terrano II SE 2.7 TDi SWB Commercial in Silver - Project Thread Toyo Open Country M/T 33's on 10J Steels, Super Strong Steering Job Navara D22 Snorkel, Front LOKKA, Maunal Hubs, EGR Blank TunitII ECU Chip, 3" Body Lift, 2" Suss Lift, Heat Exchanger Black Interior, 3.0 Borg&Beck Clutch, Eckes Heated Fuel Filter 99' Y61 Patrol GR SE 2.8 TD6 LWB in Blue/Silver - Project Thread Engine Transplant - In Progress!!!

01-01-2015, 12:56	#3
AlexD333 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Uk Vehicle: 2004 Terrano 2.7 TDI Posts: 7,847	Congrats my chap, time for a new hobby I think

01-01-2015, 15:36	#4
firebobby Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: South Bucks Vehicle: Terrano 3.0 SVE 2005 Posts: 3,499	I have always liked old cars, I have a long term project Triumph GT6 and have just got a Toyota MR2 MK2 which is now ready for the road again, So we will be and about a lot more, here is the MR2 which I picked up as an MOT failure

01-01-2015, 16:25	#5
bry Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: South Yorkshire.. Vehicle: Nissan Terrano MK 2 SE Posts: 1,757	I used to love the old Gt 6.

01-01-2015, 16:39	#6
Ianinessex Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Leigh-on-Sea, Essex Vehicle: Patrol GR SE+ TD/A 2002 Posts: 207	Nice car. I guess old habits of driving around in red vehicles is going to take a while to die.

01-01-2015, 17:38	#7
briggie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: peoples democratic republic of west yorkshire Vehicle: " alice " Posts: 10,473	I thankyou for your service sir ..... wont you be on retention though ?

01-01-2015, 21:34	#12
AlexD333 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Uk Vehicle: 2004 Terrano 2.7 TDI Posts: 7,847	If you need any advise or parts for the MR2 let me know. My mums partner is the boss of MR2s I bought my one from him when he had 3. Let me post a pic