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AB
1st February 2011, 01:47 PM
I always look forward to this event as It's only 2 minutes down the road.

Sunday 6th March

8am - 2pm

Yarra Glen Showgrounds, Melba Hwy, Yarra Glen.


It's not a huge swap meet but there is plenty of people, exhibitors and bargains so if your around the area then worth a look!

http://www.drfwdc.org.au/4x4%20Swap%20Meet%202011.pdf

DX grunt
1st February 2011, 04:31 PM
You're not swapping a GQ for a GU already are you? lol

AB
1st February 2011, 07:10 PM
You're not swapping a GQ for a GU already are you? lol

I would never downgrade what I already have Rossco....Badoom ching!!!...lol

big_fletch
1st February 2011, 10:06 PM
How dare ya both insult the mighty gu like that lol

DX grunt
1st February 2011, 10:08 PM
How dare ya both insult the mighty gu like that lol

Fletch, Fletch, Fletch. Please, read my lips..... I own a GU........ lolololol
<<<<<<<<<<< look

patch697
1st February 2011, 10:10 PM
Fletch, Fletch, Fletch. Please, read my lips..... I own a GU........ lolololol
<<<<<<<<<<< look

And we still don't hold it against you Rossco.................lolololololol

big_fletch
1st February 2011, 10:13 PM
Fletch, Fletch, Fletch. Please, read my lips..... I own a GU........ lolololol
<<<<<<<<<<< look

Haha I apologise dx, was a long day.. I now direct my complaint to AB for further consideration lol

patch697
1st February 2011, 10:15 PM
Haha I apologise dx, was a long day.. I now direct my complaint to AB for further consideration lol

I don't see how far that will get you AB's a GQ owner....................lolololololololol

DX grunt
1st February 2011, 10:19 PM
Chill out you guys..... We all belong to the same family..... Nissan Patrol owners.... lol.....

patch697
1st February 2011, 10:22 PM
Chill out you guys..... We all belong to the same family..... Nissan Patrol owners.... lol.....

LOLOLOLOLOLOLOL.................. Now thats what I call going full circle...............lololololol

You want to pull up Rossco you'll make yourself dizzy................lololololol

big_fletch
1st February 2011, 10:22 PM
Good thinking rossco, let's look on the bright side........... I don't drive a Toyota Hahahaha

big_fletch
1st February 2011, 10:26 PM
Not sure plassy, but sounds like could be interesting.. wish I could make it.. bloody work

patch697
1st February 2011, 10:31 PM
Then I might see you there cos I was considering doing the very same thing.

patch697
1st February 2011, 10:34 PM
Plassy!!!!!!!!......... Not on the forum????????..................lolololololol

DX grunt
1st February 2011, 10:34 PM
I've been to it a couple of times and it was terrific. Might make the trip again this year for a bit of a rubberneck.

Do they sell raw tobacco and spit and chew it? lol..... Sorry AB couldn't resist that red fuse joke. How's the buffing and polishing coming along. Want a light? lol

Sir Roofy
2nd February 2011, 07:33 AM
Wonder if they got banjo,s as well>>>nah noway but??

Sir Roofy
2nd February 2011, 07:35 AM
We better go over for a look any way

AB
2nd February 2011, 07:56 AM
If anyones coming down here then let me know for sure!

Bob
2nd February 2011, 08:40 AM
Might have to wander down to the Mother in Law's for the weekend and have a look at this

AB
2nd February 2011, 08:49 AM
It's not a massive event, about half a footy oval size but you can find some goodies!

Sir Roofy
2nd February 2011, 11:03 AM
Reckon we,l be over for sure let you know closer to the date

big_fletch
2nd February 2011, 07:37 PM
I will also be down now, me and 1 of my mates coming down have a look around

big_fletch
2nd February 2011, 07:45 PM
Sure will be plassy, be a good day

Sir Roofy
2nd February 2011, 07:51 PM
Excellent the nut house invades yarraglen

AB
2nd February 2011, 07:52 PM
Excellent the nut house invades yarraglen

Don't worry Roofy there is plenty of Nutters in Yarra Glen, you guys will fit right in...lol

big_fletch
2nd February 2011, 07:55 PM
I know I will fit right in haha

Sir Roofy
2nd February 2011, 07:58 PM
Great stuff reckon this should be a hoot

katwoman
6th February 2011, 06:01 PM
I always look forward to this event as It's only 2 minutes down the road.

Sunday 6th March

8am - 2pm

Yarra Glen Showgrounds, Melba Hwy, Yarra Glen.


It's not a huge swap meet but there is plenty of people, exhibitors and bargains so if your around the area then worth a look!

http://www.drfwdc.org.au/4x4%20Swap%20Meet%202011.pdf
Cant make it due to work but will go to your other swap meet on next w/end. 13th feb.
Might even take the Katrol..just need to work out how to make floor level for sleeping in.

katwoman
6th February 2011, 06:02 PM
Hopefully the rain will stop

patch697
6th February 2011, 06:24 PM
just need to work out how to make floor level for sleeping in.


MDF particle board Kat cut to size (make Hubby do it...lol) with the seats folded up chuck your swag down & your all set.

Finly Owner
6th February 2011, 09:51 PM
wish we had one of those swap meets here.

AB
27th February 2011, 06:12 PM
i'll be there mate 100%

big_fletch
27th February 2011, 06:47 PM
I am going to try and come down have a look, but cant confirm 100% yet..

Sir Roofy
27th February 2011, 07:03 PM
%100 for us, hope u make it big fella

DX grunt
27th February 2011, 07:32 PM
Somebody get some dirt on AB. I need to make it worth it when he loses a bet on the Aussie Rules thread, later this year. lol

Find out his weaknesses. I'll build on them from there. lol

Sorry AB, there's no friends in business. lolol

katwoman
27th February 2011, 10:47 PM
Yup. I'm there. Dont supose you could organise it to start 2 hours earlier. Gotta be back for a tractor pull. ( dont laugh)
Is any one selling or just buying?? Me, just spending money.

Finly Owner
27th February 2011, 11:21 PM
Yup. I'm there. Dont supose you could organise it to start 2 hours earlier. Gotta be back for a tractor pull. ( dont laugh)
Is any one selling or just buying?? Me, just spending money.
You're into everything! Restoration, 4WDing, boating, "TRACTORS" I bet you have a Kwacka or the likes too.

katwoman
27th February 2011, 11:44 PM
Ummm, whats a kwacka ? Any how, I came to the conclusion a few years back that if I wanted weekend away, I have to like these things !
U know, 'if you cant beat 'em, join 'em.'

Finly Owner
28th February 2011, 12:03 AM
Ummm, whats a kwacka ? Any how, I came to the conclusion a few years back that if I wanted weekend away, I have to like these things !
U know, 'if you cant beat 'em, join 'em.'
A kawasaki motor bike.

AB
28th February 2011, 09:39 AM
I think you have to book in to sell something....I'm going to hopefully find some little goodies for Bluey or any cheap camping things if they are there.

It's only a small 4x4 swap meet up though.

easys4.2gq
1st March 2011, 10:18 PM
On another forum it has been posted that the swap meet this Sunday has been scrapped due to flooding and the condition of the site.

I'm trying to get this confirmed!

Sir Roofy
2nd March 2011, 07:20 AM
i think you have to book in to sell something....i'm going to hopefully find some little goodies for bluey or any cheap camping things if they are there.

It's only a small 4x4 swap meet up though.
andy you better nick down the road and have a looksy

AB
2nd March 2011, 07:53 AM
andy you better nick down the road and have a looksy

Sh!t, I'll have a look on the way home this arvo and ask around town...I doubht it would be flooded out but it may be a little sloppy/muddy maybe....I'll have a look this afternoon.

AB
2nd March 2011, 09:48 AM
4x4 Swap Meet is Cancelled!!!

Well It's true, the meet up is cancelled.

I just spoke to the coordinator of the swap meet and it was cancelled yesterday as the local council stepped in and did not want people in that muddy area.

It's not flooded, just a poor soil area. Eric the coordinator apologises to the forum and is absolutley guttered and he will jump on the forum to let us know what date it will be changed to as they want to have it before the end of financial year.

Yarra Glen sux, the entire area is in flood prone land....The footy ovals, the racecourse and all of the public areas are always flooded!

easys4.2gq
2nd March 2011, 10:12 AM
http://www.drfwdc.org.au/swapmeet.htm

big_fletch
2nd March 2011, 10:18 AM
Well thats a bugga, little dissapointed now

AB
2nd March 2011, 07:59 PM
Likewise. Was really looking forward to this so lets hope it goes ahead soon.

There's also another big swap meet out that way. I thought it was about this time of year but can't remember exactly where it was. Was a really big one. Oh just remembered, it wasn't a swap meet it was a 4x4 "market" with lots and lots of retailers with stalls. Was a good day. Can anyone remind me what this one was?

It wasn't at Healesville was it. I remember there was a 4x4 market in Healesville but not sure what month. It's only 15 minutes further east of YG.

AB
2nd March 2011, 08:11 PM
Toolangi meet up on Sunday sounds good to me, we could do a swap meet at my house...lol.

Finly Owner
2nd March 2011, 09:21 PM
Whens Bendigo Meet?

Finly Owner
2nd March 2011, 09:38 PM
Must try for it!!!!! Must must must!!!!!!!

katwoman
3rd March 2011, 07:06 AM
Must try for it!!!!! Must must must!!!!!!!
If you do, take a umbrella AND sunscreen. Alwalys one or the other then.

Bob
3rd March 2011, 07:57 AM
If you do, take a umbrella AND sunscreen. Alwalys one or the other then.

You are right Kat we sometimes get the whole 4 seasons in one day at about that time of the year. Good Swap Meet though

kemsafe@bigpond.com
4th April 2011, 09:22 AM
Hi
I have a 1989 Maverick which is used for the same get away
My next trip is well planned
Plan to through the city by 11am and after that I will send the kids a text of where we stop probably about the west coast
O well life is full of decisions I only make one per day that when to get up
I do tow a 18f windsor
Isnt it great to be retired
Reg

belzi82
19th February 2012, 05:39 PM
Sunday 4th March
8am - 2pm
$3 per adult entry

Yarra Glen Showgrounds,
Melba Hwy, Yarra Glen

AB
19th February 2012, 05:56 PM
Sunday 4th March
8am - 2pm
$3 per adult entry

Yarra Glen Showgrounds,
Melba Hwy, Yarra Glen

Well I can't bloody miss this one...lol..being only 3 minutes from my place!

Maybe we can do a BBQ and some frostys later on...lol

belzi82
19th February 2012, 06:01 PM
Well I can't bloody miss this one...lol..being only 3 minutes from my place!

Maybe we can do a BBQ and some frostys later on...lol

Yeah cool, I have told roofy and Kat about this so hopefully they come down as well.

AB
19th February 2012, 06:03 PM
Yeah cool, I have told roofy and Kat about this so hopefully they come down as well.

Why don't you wait until then and bring your dual battery tray down as well so we can have a look at it mate.

belzi82
19th February 2012, 06:07 PM
Why don't you wait until then and bring your dual battery tray down as well so we can have a look at it mate.

Okay sounds good.
Let's hope the swap meet isn't cancelled this year hey!

belzi82
19th February 2012, 09:26 PM
Opps just read the above, all fixed now

belzi82
22nd February 2012, 01:50 PM
BUMP......

Victorian's don't forget this event, I have been the last few years (okay well not last year but no one did) anyway you are sure to pick up a bargain. They have 4wd parts cheap and camping gear and other 'stuff'.

Tweakedoffroad
22nd February 2012, 03:50 PM
I will be there I could go a few frothys after if there room

AB
22nd February 2012, 03:52 PM
I will be there I could go a few frothys after if there room

Always room mate, sounds good!

Might have the new NP club house built then too...LMAO

MudRunnerTD
22nd February 2012, 06:01 PM
Sunday 4th March
8am - 2pm
$3 per adult entry

Yarra Glen Showgrounds,
Melba Hwy, Yarra Glen


Well I can't bloody miss this one...lol..being only 3 minutes from my place!

Maybe we can do a BBQ and some frostys later on...lol

Geah whizz, might have to check the diary!! Damn! this could be great!.

I am heading to the Port Fairy Folk Festival the following week and need to get the camper ready but this meet could be a winner.

AB
22nd February 2012, 07:58 PM
Geah whizz, might have to check the diary!! Damn! this could be great!.

I am heading to the Port Fairy Folk Festival the following week and need to get the camper ready but this meet could be a winner.

Lock it in Eddy, would be good to finally meet you mate!

belzi82
22nd February 2012, 10:28 PM
Geah whizz, might have to check the diary!! Damn! this could be great!.

I am heading to the Port Fairy Folk Festival the following week and need to get the camper ready but this meet could be a winner.

Come down, we can all make you welcome.

Tweakedoffroad
22nd February 2012, 11:14 PM
Always room mate, sounds good!

Might have the new NP club house built then too...LMAO

so perfect timing for a few or more then lol

AB
23rd February 2012, 06:02 AM
so perfect timing for a few or more then lol

I'm under pressure now to get this done...lol

belzi82
23rd February 2012, 12:28 PM
I'm under pressure now to get this done...lol

no pressure mate you still have 9 days

Tweakedoffroad
23rd February 2012, 03:04 PM
Mmmmmmmm pressure meAns frothys go down better lol

DX grunt
24th February 2012, 05:33 AM
Sounds like a great event.

And no, I'm not bringing my GU to swap for a GQ...ever!!! lol

belzi82
29th February 2012, 09:17 PM
BUMP..
Don't forget the swap meet this weekend

AB
29th February 2012, 09:18 PM
Better not be rained out from the floods we had the other day...lol

I might give them a buzz tomorrow to double check!

belzi82
29th February 2012, 09:21 PM
They really need a back up venue if it floods

AB
1st March 2012, 01:00 PM
Just rung and it looks like It's still a goer. They will contact us if otherwise but looks like It's all happening.

Slight issue on my side.

I have someone coming to my house at 2pm to install some large wharf timber posts for the pergola...Yeah yeah no where near finished for Sunday...lol

So, I'll have to leave at 2pm...Everyone is welcome to come up at 2pm and watch me work like a dog whilst sipping on cold beer and eating nibbles...LMAO

Tweakedoffroad
1st March 2012, 01:17 PM
Cool sounds like a plan luv to watch someone else work makes the tongue dry just thinkin of the hard work you will be doin

Tweakedoffroad
1st March 2012, 01:18 PM
So how many comeing over

AB
1st March 2012, 02:21 PM
Not sure mate, won't be a massive turn up...

So far I think It's...

Roofy and Jane
Bel and co
Timbo
Rosso
me
Mudrunner???
you
Anyone else?

belzi82
1st March 2012, 04:22 PM
Not sure mate, won't be a massive turn up...

So far I think It's...

Roofy and Jane
Bel and co
Timbo
Rosso
me
Mudrunner???
you
Anyone else?

Just confirmed earlier today that Katwoman and co will be coming as well

AB
1st March 2012, 07:41 PM
Just confirmed earlier today that Katwoman and co will be coming as well

Should be a good little gathering...

Maybe head down there at 10-11am ish??

belzi82
1st March 2012, 07:45 PM
Should be a good little gathering...

Maybe head down there at 10-11am ish??
Sounds good, Kat is planning to be there @ 8 am with her trailer, lol she's planning on buying alot.
Are we still doing a BBQ?? If so what do we need to bring?? I am happy to bring meat and a salad

AB
1st March 2012, 08:21 PM
Sounds good, Kat is planning to be there @ 8 am with her trailer, lol she's planning on buying alot.
Are we still doing a BBQ?? If so what do we need to bring?? I am happy to bring meat and a salad

Haha, I'll prob be down that early too...lol

yeah mate we can just go to the supermarket after the swap meet and grab some stuff, no stress, no big event, just play it by ear.

Tweakedoffroad
1st March 2012, 09:50 PM
Imheading up there sat nite and haven a few if any one interested we should be takin a washing machine drum so we can watch a bit of bush tv between dribble

AB
1st March 2012, 09:52 PM
Imheading up there sat nite and haven a few if any one interested we should be takin a washing machine drum so we can watch a bit of bush tv between dribble

It's only on Sunday isn't it?

Have you got a store there mate?

Is there people camping the night before?

I'm up for bush TV.

What time will you be there Saturday?

So many questions...lol

Tweakedoffroad
2nd March 2012, 09:05 PM
Hey mate yea it's only on Sunday normally go up sat nite and camp over nite for the Sunday morn I will have a store but only got a couple of different lights not to much and some spares that have been kicken around here and a mates place

belzi82
2nd March 2012, 09:21 PM
Hey mate yea it's only on Sunday normally go up sat nite and camp over nite for the Sunday morn I will have a store but only got a couple of different lights not to much and some spares that have been kicken around here and a mates place

So forum discount??? hahahaha

AB
2nd March 2012, 09:28 PM
No probs mate I'll drop down Saturday night for sure and say G'day.

The best thing to eat in YG is the Big daddy special pizza for $18 a large at the local pizza shop...lol

NissanGQ4.2
2nd March 2012, 10:06 PM
Sounds good, Kat is planning to be there @ 8 am with her trailer, lol she's planning on buying alot.
Are we still doing a BBQ?? If so what do we need to bring?? I am happy to bring meat and a salad

Must be a GU thing *LMAO*

AB
2nd March 2012, 10:14 PM
Must be a GU thing *LMAO*

We could take this post to a whole new level if we wanted to...LMAO

MudRunnerTD
2nd March 2012, 11:06 PM
AB, pm me your contact and address mate, i am still planing a trip over on Suday with the little fella unless the sky falls in. 90% a go here though. Long way from home so i might drop in for a G'day.

Tweakedoffroad
3rd March 2012, 04:55 AM
No probs mate I'll drop down Saturday night for sure and say G'day.

The best thing to eat in YG is the Big daddy special pizza for $18 a large at the local pizza shop...lol

Hey mate when u come down call me and if it's ok bring some of that down will fix u uP when u get there cheers

AB
3rd March 2012, 07:16 AM
AB, pm me your contact and address mate, i am still planing a trip over on Suday with the little fella unless the sky falls in. 90% a go here though. Long way from home so i might drop in for a G'day.

Pm sent Dazz.

AB
3rd March 2012, 07:16 AM
Hey mate when u come down call me and if it's ok bring some of that down will fix u uP when u get there cheers

No worries mate, Ill ring ya.

belzi82
3rd March 2012, 02:04 PM
Must be a GU thing *LMAO*

Rephrase: Her other half is planning on buying heaps for the landcrab!!

MudRunnerTD
3rd March 2012, 05:26 PM
Just spoke to the guy organising the Swap Meet and it is definitely all a GO for tomorrow. Hope they get a good turn out.

belzi82
3rd March 2012, 06:36 PM
Just spoke to the guy organising the Swap Meet and it is definitely all a GO for tomorrow. Hope they get a good turn out.

Thanks I was just about to call. WHat time are you planning on getting there??

AB
3rd March 2012, 08:25 PM
Cheers MR, I just popped down myself and It's 100% a goer.

It's not too bad down there...They moved people to the high side so it shouldnt be muddy tomorrow.

I felt sorry for the few interstaters camping out down there in the rain...They didn't look like happy campers!

Bel, I'll be there all day mate.

What time are you planning and Ill meet you down there.

belzi82
3rd March 2012, 08:39 PM
Cheers MR, I just popped down myself and It's 100% a goer.

It's not too bad down there...They moved people to the high side so it shouldnt be muddy tomorrow.

I felt sorry for the few interstaters camping out down there in the rain...They didn't look like happy campers!

Bel, I'll be there all day mate.

What time are you planning and Ill meet you down there.

Kat and I will be there @ 8am to hopefully get some bargains.
Are you on a stall??

AB
3rd March 2012, 09:15 PM
Nah no stall Bel. I'll try and be down there around that time..If not 8:30 ish.

belzi82
3rd March 2012, 10:14 PM
okay c ya tomorrow morning then

Tweakedoffroad
4th March 2012, 03:25 AM
Definatly a goer I am down here now been slight spit rain but not much ground is bogy u may need your muddys on car park may b a bit of fun later in the day c u guys down here

NissanGQ4.2
4th March 2012, 06:48 AM
Kat and I will be there @ 8am to hopefully get some bargains.
Are you on a stall??

Say a big Hi from me 2 Kat please Bel, and tell her she is wasn't her money buying all those GU parts, they will only break and fall off again *LMAO*

Have a great day guys, hope the rain stays away

Sir Roofy
4th March 2012, 07:07 AM
Ok wats the goss on yarraglen this morning
been raining in traf since 6am and still heavy

AB
4th March 2012, 07:19 AM
Ok wats the goss on yarraglen this morning
been raining in traf since 6am and still heavy

Nah It's 100% on mate. About to leave now and head down.

Sir Roofy
4th March 2012, 07:29 AM
Thanks for that mate see you later on

MudRunnerTD
4th March 2012, 04:47 PM
Well It was WET!! Damn!! glad i was in a 4wd. Shame as i think there were lots of stall holders that did a No Show. If you were not there at 8am you miss out. picked up a couple of things but was a little disappointing.

Glad i got to meet a couple of folk. Bel and Kaz, nice to meet you, we were like ships in the Night though...Sorry. we'll catch up better with you guys at Loveday. Look forward to it.

AB! Well mate, its official! your not a bad bloke ;)I dont care what they all say about you mate, your not that bad ;) . Damn you made me earn my rent though ;)

Look forward to some beverages under the Rustic Bushmans Shelter mate. Very Sweet Spot you have there fella. Nice work.

Will catch you all at Loveday.

belzi82
4th March 2012, 05:05 PM
It was great meeting you too mate. There were a lot less stalls then in previous years and normally a coffee stall as well. I got a few things too, a nice camp toilet that will keep the other half happy at Loveday!!!

We left around 12ish and the mud was pretty bad.

Btw - nice job of the poles at AB's, heard as soon as you arrived you were handed a shovel!!

Woof
4th March 2012, 06:15 PM
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/

belzi82
4th March 2012, 06:22 PM
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/

You can catch the piccies on 4WD TV!!

Sir Roofy
4th March 2012, 08:23 PM
Had a great day out today caught up with some good friends
got to the swap meet a tad late very wet under foot got a couple of
bargins___________then went to a barbie at a.b,s very relaxing
about ten ppl in all ,was a good catch up
and happy to report that __kat and co are in good health and say good day to fellow
patrolers

AB
5th March 2012, 07:09 AM
Shame MR, I felt bad...lol

First time I've met Dazz and about 10 minutes later he was helping install these massive posts for the pergola...LMAO

Mate, we could not have done that without you so a million thanks!!!

AB
5th March 2012, 09:46 PM
AB! Well mate, its official! your not a bad bloke ;)I dont care what they all say about you mate, your not that bad ;) . Damn you made me earn my rent though ;)



Bloody strong fella this Mudrunner guy is folks...

We were using a large bobcat to lift these posts in. Next minute MR turns up, picks the post up with his hands and puts it in the hole...lol

Unfrigginbelieveable!!!

:hijacked:

Tweakedoffroad
5th March 2012, 10:08 PM
Yea was a bit boring day not many peoPle there got rid of the stuff I wanted seen a few people and meet a few new faces to go with names was good to see/meet u guys again today
Thanks AB for the arvo bit disappointed in not watching you work lol