Things just got worse

Finally managed to get out yesterday. Found a little series of caches we could do over by Halnaker, just outside Chichester. Christian and I had a picnic here many many years ago. About 2 miles from the location truck was struggling and chucking out smoke "not again?" we/I parked up and we went for a short walk doing a few caches and a gentle climb up to the wind mill. I could tell Max was glad to have the freedom to roam new territory. I was just worried about the truck but thought it best to let it cool down before I could have my worries confirmed. On arrival back raised the bonnet and my fears were confirmed. Oil all over the place. The rocker shaft had come loose again, but how? Dug out the tools and tightened up what I could, one bolt was obviously broken. Hopefully we can limp home. It does mean that Max and I are now effectively housebound. I have no money to get it fixed, and I know it's going to be a big job, maybe even an engine swap. What to do about Christmas? I was planning to go Up North for the Christmas break and do some odd jobs for Mum and Dad. I know they may come and pick us up but that would leave us housebound Up North. Welcome to Hell.