Didn't go to Plan
The past 3 weeks have been a little frustrating for the course staff as we had planned a number of constructional type works in the small window of opportunity between the Capel Open and commencement of course preparations for the next Major Event the, Summer Cup. Works planned included, some urgent bunker repairs to a few bunkers, initial site preparations for the new proposed 5th black tee and 15th tee extension, all requiring our Ford Tractor playing a major role in the works. Unfortunately we experienced a worsening fuel leak, we couldn't operate the tractor safely. The fuel leak was traced back to the diesel fuel injector pump which required removal and being sent off to the fuel injection specialists to partially / fully rebuild seals etc. Long story short, as with all things many have experienced since covid, parts availablity and short staff in highly skilled areas have meant delays in getting the tractor back in operation. The majority of the planned works have been pos