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happened into the workshops of Kentbased garage FJ Jarvis where I discovered a vintage RollsRoyce in the process of being restored to its former glory.

Proprietor Derek Jarvis was looking to lift the engine out — but the problem was what to use?

Chains were all very well, but they could damage the priceless block. What you need is webbing straps I told him, like on a truck. OK, said our Rolls man where do I get them? The Hawk waved his magic wand and lo, Aeroquip's Phil Canner answered the call, delivering two immaculate webbing straps, with loops stitched at each end, gratis for Jarvis.

I reckon that's worth a mention in Bird's Eye View, (and a ride in the vintage Roller when it's finished, come to think of it).

• Reefer organisation Transfrigoroute met last week for its AGM. The agenda included the exacting subject of Temperature Recording Requirements — An Industry Standard.

No less precision was required by an invitation CM received to the preceeding lunch

— 12:24 for 13:00hrs.

Woe betide those arriving at 12: 25hrs.

• A prison breakout with a difference happens in early December. HM Prison at Foston Hall in Derby is sending a "Lorryload of Happiness" to Romania, with the driving duties shared by a prisoner and prison officer — not handcuffed together. Toys, toiletries and medical supplies will roll eastwards for Christmas. But help is needed — the loan of a tri-axle tilt trailer capable of carrying 1,300 litres of fuel. You'll get it back, honest!

If you can help, call Foston Hall on (0602) 224820. • Luton Airport has been the butt of some cruel jokes in the past, but in light of last week's announcement that it might be sold to Luton and District Transport, partnered by airport staff and Luton Council, the Hawk worries that this British Rail leaflet might be misunderstood by some — Look, no wings . . . that sort of thing. Pathetic, really.

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