Tallarook in 2-3 weeks any takers.. medium day.

[Bloodyaussie]

Looking at going out to Tallarook in 3 weeks with a medium level in mind with a stop by the dam for lunch.

Anyone interested, it is a good novice run for those who are unsure.

Ok it will be either the 8-9th dec as I am so stupid I cant remember my wifes 40th the weekend before??

9th of Dec it will be , meet at Murchison look out at the cross road of Murchison spur road and Strath creek road at 9.30am and will be on UHF17

[Sir Roofy]

Would luv to mate but going up for the cod fishing then

[healy]

Yeah should be up for this just gotta get the car up and going

[stevogq]

:bigthumbup:im up 150% this time as long its not on 2 dec ill be on the murry chasing cod

[Bloodyaussie]

:bigthumbup:im up 150% this time as long its not on 2 dec ill be on the murry chasing cod

Shit that reminds me... yeah it wont be that weekend as it is my wifes 40th??

Could you imagine the pain I would feel if I stuffed that one!!!!!

[stevogq]

lol shel prob sell the car on you

whatabout the week after 8-9th

[threedogs]

Its not pain walking around dragging your boys behind you on a bit of string LOL
Look even funnier trying to push them,

[mudski]

I'll keep that in my diary dude. How your back feeling TD? I had to take today off work as I sneezed this morning and my back went. 10mg of diazapam later and I'm off with the fairies and managed to get myself to the specialist for a morphene hit. Nothing worse than having a screwed back.
But I should be good BA, the wife and kids might even tag along this time.

[mudski]

Silly question BA. But would Erica be coming? MY daughter wants to go wheelin' with her as I've told her so much about her trips with you.

[stevogq]

ill bring my kids and make it into a tallarook family day

[Bloodyaussie]

Yeah of course it is up to her but she has come every time so far!!!!

[AB]

Ill have to get back to this one...lol

[krbrooking]

As much as I would love to I had already been warned before that there won't be any more before xmass I have unfortunately used all my brownie points up for this year.

[krbrooking]

By the sounds of it I might have a chance of making it and bringing the wife and kids, will have to get back to ya's closer to the day.

[Bloodyaussie]

By the sounds of it I might have a chance of making it and bringing the wife and kids, will have to get back to ya's closer to the day.

Well lets hope Kev... I still have not even mentioned it to my wife, been so busy with work and trying to orginise a kitchen and ..........???

I am more aiming for the Saturday as I like to have Sunday to clean the car and potter about.

[stevogq]

Are we looking for a specific date in mind?

[Bloodyaussie]

Are we looking for a specific date in mind?

Yeah I am looking at the 8th but my wife just sent me a message saying her work shindig is on that day??????

Hard bloody time of year but will make an effort, find out what the deal is as my son is too young and if my wife is working then it will have to be the 9th???

[stevogq]

Yeah I am looking at the 8th but my wife just sent me a message saying her work shindig is on that day??????

Hard bloody time of year but will make an effort, find out what the deal is as my son is too young and if my wife is working then it will have to be the 9th???


Just found out I might be working on the 8th so might book in the 9th

My son is 3yo maybe too young???

[Sir Roofy]

just found out i might be working on the 8th so might book in the 9th

my son is 3yo maybe too young???

he should be ok if your confident he,l be fine just dont forget he,s in the back

[stevogq]

he should be ok if your confident he,l be fine just dont forget he,s in the back

Roofy i haven't been off road properly so with him or without I'm always a sensible driver

[Bloodyaussie]

Thats the great thing about this day out as there is something for everyone and 2 paths can be taken to reach the same point being one hard and the other easy.

I have been taking novices here for the last year and all have loved it and had no problems while being challenged ...

[Sir Roofy]

roofy i haven't been off road properly so with him or without i'm always a sensible driver

mate i never said anything about that can see that your a sensible driver by the way you look after your rig

[Bloodyaussie]

9th of Dec it will be , meet at Murchison look out just off Strathcreek road at 9.30am

[stevogq]

mate i never said anything about that can see that your a sensible driver by the way you look after your rig

My apologies roofy, I didn't mean to spell it out that way but I know what you mean

Thank-you for the advice :)

[stevogq]

9th of Dec it will be , meet at Murchison look out just off Strathcreek road at 9.30am


Already there!!!!

[Alitis007]

Oh man, i would love to come but my rig is gona be at the beaters for a couple of weeks unless they pull ther fingers out n get it done before then unless i can borrow my old man SLUGlux. I'll just have to put nissan pathfinder badges on it lol

[stevogq]

Oh man, i would love to come but my rig is gona be at the beaters for a couple of weeks unless they pull ther fingers out n get it done before then unless i can borrow my old man SLUGlux. I'll just have to put nissan pathfinder badges on it lol

don't stress bring it!! It's all for good times.

[Bloodyaussie]

Oh man, i would love to come but my rig is gona be at the beaters for a couple of weeks unless they pull ther fingers out n get it done before then unless i can borrow my old man SLUGlux. I'll just have to put nissan pathfinder badges on it lol

Why is it at the panel beaters??????

If not ready just bring the Lux

[Alitis007]

Why is it at the panel beaters??????

If not ready just bring the Lux

Had a minor incident in the rd works on the ring rd on the weekend which has shattered my life lol but its nothing serious, see how i go might have to invest in a balaclava if i bring the slug haha

[krbrooking]

Ok will be able to make it and the kids and wife will be coming. Will we need to bring anything specific or just our lunch and drinks is there a entry fee and ba will you be coming through whittlesea.

[markp90]

Im interested in coming if I have the day off, but will it be suitable for a first tmer off road?

thanks
mark

[stevogq]

Mark I'm going and it's my first too bud

[markp90]

Mark I'm going and it's my first too bud

Aweosme, maybe I wont be the only one who looks like an idiot not knowing what there doing...

although looking at the list of mods on your trol I prolly still will be ... haha

[Bloodyaussie]

Believe me mate mods do not make the driver...... anyone with an open cheque book can have all the bells and whistles but not be able to drive for shit!!!

That is the great thing about where we are going as I said before, there are hard tracks for those that want a bit more and easy to medium for everyone else and almost all tracks meet back up again.

There are a couple of tracks that are hairy but are very doable for a novice but there is no pressure, if you are not up for it just say and there is no shame.

[MudRunnerTD]

I'd love to go but i'm heading down this hole again!!!


http://nissanpatrol.com.au/images/Action%20Pics%204B/n696355935_833626_5797.jpg?t=1277724667


http://nissanpatrol.com.au/images/Action%20Pics%204B/n696355935_833620_3990.jpg?t=1277724667


:bowdown: My GQ :shivering:


:1092: :gossip: :blowup:

[Bloodyaussie]

Yeah but you are a freak Darren!!!!!!!!!!

If it's dry most is easy but if it's wet... well game on!!!

[stevogq]

Mark, bloodyaussie is right the car don't make the driver I bought the car as is, it's my first 4b

[Alitis007]

Rekon if i dont get my trol back by then my rx7 would make it?? Its got adjustable shocks so i could try n lift it lol

[krbrooking]

Hey ba I have found where strath creek rd is but where is murchison look out, is it sign posted and will you be going through whittlesea or going up the Hume. Are you bringing your wife and kids jonno.

And mark and stevo I will have both my wife and kids so I won't be aloud to do anything to extreme at all.

[krbrooking]

Rekon if i dont get my trol back by then my rx7 would make it?? Its got adjustable shocks so i could try n lift it lol

Lol that's a good idea we will have recovery gear as well man, I thought you were bringing the sluglux

[MudRunnerTD]

For all the guys that are heading out on your first off road drive please try and make sure that you have a rated recovery point front and rear of you car at a minimum.

The pin in your tow bar will be fine for the back and a good chassis mounted hook on the front please. Also it's great if you can carry your own 8000kg snatch strap in good condition. Anything else you need someone will have your back but you all should have this.

Have a great trip guys

[Bloodyaussie]

Yeah good point Darren as this has been one thing that has frustrated me before when trying to help out a stranger in need.

The Look out is halfway between Flowerdale and Broadford and is where the really tight twisty bit on the map is... well sign posted as it is one of those touristy look spots.

Yes this is kid friendly !!!

[Alitis007]

Lol that's a good idea we will have recovery gear as well man, I thought you were bringing the sluglux

(Head in palms) i was, but i rekon i would have a better chance in the mazda thats axed on its bollocks making it up any hill hahaha 22986

[stevogq]

I have front and rear recovery points and a snatch strap also but no winch as yet

[Bloodyaussie]

I have front and rear recovery points and a snatch strap also but no winch as yet

Well hopefully we wont need it.... but then again I have an erg to do Cable track so a winch might be handy.... he he!!!

Bills track always has big puddles no matter what and some are bloody deep, my mate sank his D-Max in one and more than 6 weeks later on a hill water still poured out of his car!!!

[mudski]

Yeah but even a lifted d-max is as high as my wifes crumpdore! I should be good for this day but i will have to make it a last minute thing as being close to christmas i might be too pissed to go anywhere...

[krbrooking]

Well hopefully we wont need it.... but then again I have an erg to do Cable track so a winch might be handy.... he he!!!

Bills track always has big puddles no matter what and some are bloody deep, my mate sank his D-Max in one and more than 6 weeks later on a hill water still poured out of his car!!!

You going to scare the newbies off ba I'm glad my misses doesn't really read these.

[Bloodyaussie]

Nah all good Kev, I would not suggest a track if I dont think a noob could do it.

Bills track has chicken tracks around all the hard bog holes so we can all do that track and if we are lucky we can convince Jim and his D-max to go for a swim for our enjoyment!!!!

How many are running all terrains and standard height????

This is me on Bills track
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x260/jpgpz/IMG_1403.jpg


And this is Jim getting stuck on Bills track
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x260/jpgpz/2012-04-14122139.jpg


And this is Cable track, a bit harder
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x260/jpgpz/IMG_1826.jpg

[stevogq]

Yeah got my 2yo and the Mrs so I won't be a tackling it hard

[krbrooking]

Those holes look awesome fun I am running 31 at/MUDs on 2" lift and I went every where everyone else did in toolangi.

P.S was only jolking bout the whole scaring then off bit.

[Alitis007]

I'm running 215/45r18 on the front and 245/40r18 on the rear and have about 80mm ground clearance, i should b able to make it lmao. I've got AT's n stock height.

[markp90]

For all the guys that are heading out on your first off road drive please try and make sure that you have a rated recovery point front and rear of you car at a minimum.

The pin in your tow bar will be fine for the back and a good chassis mounted hook on the front please. Also it's great if you can carry your own 8000kg snatch strap in good condition. Anything else you need someone will have your back but you all should have this.

Have a great trip guys

Have already sent threedogs a pm on getting some rate recovery points.
Not sure about the snatch strap yet will see how I go before the day If i cant get one before then Ill prolly give it a miss until next year as I just got my repair bill on the crapadore Im selling....$4k later....

thanks
Mark

[krbrooking]

Have already sent threedogs a pm on getting some rate recovery points.
Not sure about the snatch strap yet will see how I go before the day If i cant get one before then Ill prolly give it a miss until next year as I just got my repair bill on the crapadore Im selling....$4k later....

thanks
Mark


Don't stress to much bout a snatchie mate there will be plenty of them I think it is more so for the recovery points, but I would get one as soon as I can if you intend going out often

[Bloodyaussie]

Yeah dont stress about snatch strap there will be plenty but I do not plan on using them anyway.... a nice fun day not full on up to our guts in mud!!!!!

Forgot to ask .... does anyone not have a UHF??????

[mudski]

Whats the confirmed day for this event?

[Bloodyaussie]

The 9th........ did you not get the memo?????

[mudski]

Nah sorry my secretary has taken the week off. For, lady reasons apparently.

[krbrooking]

Yeh I got UHF, also have 2 hand helds if anyone needs so just yell out so I can charge them if anyone need one. Sounds like it going to be a good day out, are we having a BBQ or do we bring other lunch stuff ba.

[healy]

Is it the 9th yet

[markp90]

Don't stress to much bout a snatchie mate there will be plenty of them I think it is more so for the recovery points, but I would get one as soon as I can if you intend going out often

Awesome a snatchie is def high on the list of stuff to get, but will def have recovery points on if I intend to come out.

thanks

[mudski]

If you want one let me know as I can get Black Rat 9000kg snatchies for $50. Exactly the same as this one :
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/SNATCH-STRAP-BLACK-RAT-9-000kg-4x4-RECOVERY-STRAP-4WD-/250912509981?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a6b8d101d
9metres long by 60mm wide strap. Quite beefy to look at too.

You got your plates to put in/on?

[markp90]

If you want one let me know as I can get Black Rat 9000kg snatchies for $50. Exactly the same as this one :
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/SNATCH-STRAP-BLACK-RAT-9-000kg-4x4-RECOVERY-STRAP-4WD-/250912509981?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a6b8d101d
9metres long by 60mm wide strap. Quite beefy to look at too.

You got your plates to put in/on?

that would be awesome I take it there a fairly descent snatchie?

And you mean recovery points? Ive messaged Threedogs but not sure if he's been on in a while and haven't heard back any where else you can recommend going to get some?


thanks
mark

[Alitis007]

that would be awesome I take it there a fairly descent snatchie?

And you mean recovery points? Ive messaged Threedogs but not sure if he's been on in a while and haven't heard back any where else you can recommend going to get some?


thanks
mark

If your looking for three dogs he's fishing the murry for cod

[krbrooking]

that would be awesome I take it there a fairly descent snatchie?

And you mean recovery points? Ive messaged Threedogs but not sure if he's been on in a while and haven't heard back any where else you can recommend going to get some?

thanks
mark

I was in arb this morn and saw one there it looked a bit over kill and actually wrapped around the chassis, typical arb stuff though was $255 when I saw the price I put it straight down incase I dropped it. I got one from super cheap today I hope it is suitable as it is only the hook type but rated to 4t I think, I hope it is ok for now, it only cost $21.

[MudRunnerTD]

It all be fine

[krbrooking]

Thanks Darren will def get one of three dogs one in the new year though as I would be more comfortable with one of those.

[mudski]

Yeah I have a 4T snatchie and this Big arse Black Rat 9Tonner aswell. Even though there are plenty of other with snatchies I like to have a spare incase I break one.
The ARB straps are way over priced, just because its got ARB on it or the pointless neoprene covering jacking the price up...But each to their own I suppose.
As for the plates. TD's plates are sold in TJM and I think I saw them at Guest's in Fairfield. Have a look at the recovery point fitting thread too if your stuck on how to fit them.

[krbrooking]

Just a quick bump, who is still in.

Is it the 9th yet.

[stevogq]

I'll be there :)

[threedogs]

So 9th of Jan is it ????? or this weekend ??????
And yes they are mine at Guests , one of the better 4x4 shops around, great showroom and very clean workshop.
TJM Geelong has great showroom too.

[markp90]

unfortunately ive got to drop out as I wont have the recovery points fitted by then but will make sure I get to the next meet up.

have fun guys.

Mark

[Sir Roofy]

unfortunately ive got to drop out as i wont have the recovery points fitted by then but will make sure i get to the next meet up.

Have fun guys.

Mark

mate recovery pionts arnt a must ,from what ive read its going tobe an easy day
and knowing b/a im sure he will see you have a good day go along and see for your self
theres usually tracks around holes and if its to rough i bet theres a track round that also

cheers

[markp90]

Ok will see how I go then, just dont like doing things unprepared.

thanks
Mark

[Sir Roofy]

If i didnt have other commitmence this w/end i would have been there
as has been said before theres no pressure if you dont like the situation
go round just remember your the one who has to get home it your call
have a great day

cheers

[krbrooking]

Ok will see how I go then, just dont like doing things unprepared.

thanks
Mark

Hey mark I am sure it will be fine worst comes to worst if you have a rheece hitch tow bar I can lend you my rear recovery point and pull you backwards there is always a way around it. I dont think you will need recivering anyway.

Having said that dont hold me to it.
kev

[threedogs]

You'll be right recoveries are not bull at a gate stuff , Done correctely they border on boring sometimes.
Your front OE hook will be fine for light recoveries I'm sure with BA there to access each recovery you're in good hands.
Gotta remember you're there to 4x4 not get stuck, but real fine line between momentum and full noise sometimes
Only One chief hav'em fun

[Bloodyaussie]

Yes mate come along... You will be fine we are not crossing over the high country we are only have a play at the park and I will see how you travel during the day as to what tracks suit you.

Dont miss out on a good day to pick up some basics and meet some good people (if Healy comes just ignore him) for the lack of recovery points....

[healy]

Yes mate come along... You will be fine we are not crossing over the high country we are only have a play at the park and I will see how you travel during the day as to what tracks suit you.

Dont miss out on a good day to pick up some basics and meet some good people (if Healy comes just ignore him) for the lack of recovery points....

I will not be ignored

[MEGOMONSTER]

I will not be ignored

Did any one hear anything. LOL


Never argue with an idiot, cos he'll bring you down to his level, then beat you with experience.
Pog mo th'oin.

[Alitis007]

Unfortunately for me i haven't got my trol back, and my old man needs his sluglux. So have fun people, tear it up a bit and remember PLENTY OF PICS!!

[threedogs]

Took a guy with a Jeep who had no front recovery points, Did the Croc pit,out back of Whittlesea only guy I've known to get bogged going down hill LMFAO
Anyway found a great front recovery point for Jeep ,Tojo's, It's call a rearview mirrow lol. Sure you can be forgiven the first time, but look around at what others
have , all rated shackles ETC , compressor with some balls not some ebay bike pump job. Or buy a made up recovery kit. Got a truck load here if anyone close by wants to borrow.

[Drewboyaus]

Guys, have been enviously eyeing off this thread hoping I might get along this weekend, unfortunately that is not to be the case.

[Drewboyaus]

What happened to the rest of my post:-(


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[Drewboyaus]

Anyway, I was saying it'd be great to get along to the next VIC meet up.
I have a question though.
I have the ARB Nissan bar on my GQ with the two holes low down on either side of the number plate. I have always used those with rated shackles for recovery. That is ok isn't it? I haven't busted anything or anyone yet....


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[threedogs]

Put a pic up, Really need to find out about this Diesel Fiasco first. Has ULP or gas gone up or is it just part of the Cycle