Rudolf Diesel's first German patent, #67207, was granted on February 23rd, 1893 for his "Working Method and Design for Combustion Engines.:  In 1898, he was granted S patent #608,845 for an "internal combustion engine," the Diesel engine.  The Diesel era had well and truly begun.
 

For updates, entry forms, accommodation, camping and other information keep checking this web site, contact the organising committee or refer to printed updates in TOMM Magazine.

Held on the Lake Goldsmith Steam Preservation site, with 38 acres of steam, oil and diesel power, and exhibiting our mechanical heritage; the rally ground will be dramatically extended for this feature event displaying everything diesel.

Exhibits include trucks, tractors, stationary engines, generating plants and much more.  In fact, if its diesel powered, chances are you will see it on display.

Regular Lake Goldsmith Rally exhibits and attractions will be operating as usual.

NOTE:  This is an additional, one off, event on the Lake Goldsmith calendar.

 

Open to Public March 21st to March 24th 2008	Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm Sunday 9:00am to 4:00pm
Public Entry $12 per adult includes quality commemorative program. (pensioners $10) Children under 16 $5.