Meetup in the Middle 2014 **NEW POLL**

[MudRunnerTD]

Will definitely be doing a sticker.

So if you want some good gear you have to make this trip!!!

Sign up sign up!!!

[oncedisturbed]

A maybe for us at this stage, will be in the same boat as Rossco depending on work etc


Never underestimate the power of the Tap.

[Sir Roofy]

that'd be good! What about a sticker that says "meet in the middle 2014" we could put just under our np.com.au stickers on the rigs to sorta advertise it before hand?

good one winnie not just a pretty face after all lol

[Maxhead]

Geez I hope I can make this one, Just heard I have relos coming from overseas for a month next year and then a few weeks needed for this trip...hmm what to do? I reckon I push my mum and cousin back to 2015.. :)

[Maxhead]

Put your relos on a tour bus for a couple of weeks. They'll love you for it but won't know the real reason! Haha

Hahaha, that could work!!! I'm sure the's enjoy it.. Yeah the want to come in January and the trip is July so I won't have that much time off from work

[rottodiver]

Hahaha, that could work!!! I'm sure the's enjoy it.. Yeah the want to come in January and the trip is July so I won't have that much time off from work

Tell them to come over the christmas break.... enough public holidays in that to spend time with them and maybe only a couple days of annual leave!!!!

[Maxhead]

Tell them to come over the christmas break.... enough public holidays in that to spend time with them and maybe only a couple days of annual leave!!!!

Yeah, all good. I'll put them off till 2015 I think

[MudRunnerTD]

Do that Chris.

Or seriously put them on a bus the rock

[Winnie]

Yeah, all good. I'll put them off till 2015 I think

You're a dedicated bloke mate hahaha I like it!

[rottodiver]

How much longer? Are we there yet?

Scotty

[choppie]

Have put make in diary, bugger wrong diary 13 not 14, can't tell Big Girl yet or she will leave without me.
Am not excited, wont start packin till next month. YEAH.

[Sir Roofy]

[QUOTE=choppie;347203]Have put make in diary, bugger wrong diary 13 not 14, can't tell Big Girl yet or she will leave without me.
Am not excited, wont start packin till next month. YEAH.[/QUOTE

GOOD ON YOU CHOPS HOPE TO CATCH UP IN 14

[belzi82]

HI

I will probably be in for this trip!!

[Bloodyaussie]

My god Belzie you are alive?????????

[belzi82]

My god Belzie you are alive?????????
Yes I am!
It's been a while

[Bob]

Hi belzie great to hear from you again

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[healy]

I hope I can get up for this I've always wanted to do something like this

[rottodiver]

I can't wait..... Is it just me or is time dragging now I have something to look forward to?
Scotty

[dads tractor]

Are old farts welcome 55 as I will be over in Alice for the Finke Desert race weekend (NT Queens Birthday weekend second weekend in June)then hang until the meetup maybe ?

[Sir Roofy]

Are old farts welcome 55 as I will be over in Alice for the Finke Desert race weekend (NT Queens Birthday weekend second weekend in June)then hang until the meetup maybe ?


WELL IM GOING IF ALL GOES WELL ILL BE 64 BY THEN
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE :smile:

[Cuppa]

WELL IM GOING IF ALL GOES WELL ILL BE 64 BY THEN


Reminds me of a song! :)

[macca86]

Hope so ill be 28 by then and my wife 26 bit long in the tooth time to trade her in for a newer model

[Winnie]

And ill be 21 oh I'm so old

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

[healy]

And ill be 21 oh I'm so old

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!
Mate it's time to look at getting into lawn bowls and a retirement village haha

[Maxhead]

Mate it's time to look at getting into lawn bowls and a retirement village haha

He's already showing his age mate. like forgetting days, forgetting messages, forgetting pants, etc..Time to retire Chrisso..he he

[GU CAMPER]

Are old farts welcome 55 as I will be over in Alice for the Finke Desert race weekend (NT Queens Birthday weekend second weekend in June)then hang until the meetup maybe ?

Going to the Finke Desert Race on the way to the meet up is a great idea
I will definitely try and get extra time off work to check it out
Never been there but have always wanted to go



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[belzi82]

Mate it's time to look at getting into lawn bowls and a retirement village haha


Here's a great site for Winnie to check out lol
www.AgedCareGuide.com.au
Has all the aged care facilities in Victoria - lol!!!!

(It is a great resource if anyone is considering retirement villages or permanent care facilities)

[dads tractor]

[QUOTE=GU CAMPER;356995]Going to the Finke Desert Race on the way to the meet up is a great idea
I will definitely try and get extra time off work to check it out
Never been there but have always wanted to go
Will have to see if there are any other takers and we can fill in the time doing some smaller trips around Alice as I was born and bred there so know the local land holders.See what happens.

[shanemma]

hi,
can u tell me is this family oriented trip and how much cash we looking at

[rottodiver]

Yes, definitely family orientated, the actual crossing will be anywhere between 400 and 700 km totally dependant on what is organised later down the track (higher fuel economy than normal)and obviously the cost of getting to the star point and back home from the end) you could work the distances out....there are heaps of info online about average fuel economies for the crossing. (We are coming from Perth and taking 3 weeks to get there do the crossing and get home).will be a trip you would never forget.
Scotty

[BigRAWesty]

When you think about it your only really expense is fuel. Your going to eat weather on the road or at home.. I find myself eating less when on the road.

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
Westy's Accessories (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?15134-Westy-s-Accessories.-A-small-back-yard-builder.)

[macca86]

500 to 1000 on fuel pending where you are driving to/from plus setting up your rig but most people have it pretty sorted it doesn't need to be a monster stock 4wds do this route. More just a few spares remember the more you carry the more strain on the vehicle and the more fuel used. Tyre pressures and correct speed should see everyone through.

[choppie]

WELL IM GOING IF ALL GOES WELL ILL BE 64 BY THEN
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE :smile:

Bloody whipper snappers, I'll 67.5 by then, be good to catch up roofy, to long between drinks mate, I,m not a camel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:cheers::cheers::cheers:

[choppie]

Hey BWANA dont listen to the majority, Where's the PARTY LIGHTS. LMTO

[shanemma]

Yes, definitely family orientated, the actual crossing will be anywhere between 400 and 700 km totally dependant on what is organised later down the track (higher fuel economy than normal)and obviously the cost of getting to the star point and back home from the end) you could work the distances out....there are heaps of info online about average fuel economies for the crossing. (We are coming from Perth and taking 3 weeks to get there do the crossing and get home).will be a trip you would never forget.
Scotty

Thanks all for the info,
This is a trip I can defiantly do so will have
To sit with the family to discuss.
I'm doing a month in the cape in July/aughust
So this would be something different.

After 10 years of doing trips in the GU
If finally traded the old girl, hope you
Don't mind a cruiser tagging on!!!

[Sir Roofy]

couple of lads were over on the weekend to do a rear quarter chop and build a new rear bar and we were discussing this trip ... Simple fact, can't wait!!


Scotty (bigrig)

im hopeing to be there mate but we dont want you and the qlders to wonder off on another calling like last time
lmao

[menace 2]

Hi all...this trip sounds pretty good....hey Darren..I am just picking up the GQ from melbourne on the 24th april and will have to completely set it up from stock ....time and funds permitting would it be a problem if I had to drop in on it at late notice or does it need to be in concrete with a lot of notice...cheers

[MudRunnerTD]

Hi all...this trip sounds pretty good....hey Darren..I am just picking up the GQ from melbourne on the 24th april and will have to completely set it up from stock ....time and funds permitting would it be a problem if I had to drop in on it at late notice or does it need to be in concrete with a lot of notice...cheers

No problem at all mate. The trip is set for 2014 ;) plenty of time to get it sorted. Work out your priorities in terms of mods and get started mate, going to be a great trip.

[Woof]

Thanks all for the info,
This is a trip I can defiantly do so will have
To sit with the family to discuss.
I'm doing a month in the cape in July/aughust
So this would be something different.

After 10 years of doing trips in the GU
If finally traded the old girl, hope you
Don't mind a cruiser tagging on!!!

Not sure mate, it is a long way to skulldrag a Landfill...lol

[Stropp]

Now to decide on which patrol to take? Gq petrol or GU diesel, the Q already has a 140 ltr tank and roof top tent but it won't take much work to swap them to the GU.

[MudRunnerTD]

Now to decide on which patrol to take? Gq petrol or GU diesel, the Q already has a 140 ltr tank and roof top tent but it won't take much work to swap them to the GU.

Yeah I'd be swapping the tank out and taking the Gu if you have it. Or keep an eye out over the next 12 months for another LR tank for the Gu.

When I did the Madigan Line I was going to swap out the LRA tank from the GQ but picked up another second hand tank from a GQ for $350 a month before the trip and now have a Long Range tank in both cars! Awesome.

[BigRAWesty]

Yeah I'd be swapping the tank out and taking the Gu if you have it. Or keep an eye out over the next 12 months for another LR tank for the Gu.

When I did the Madigan Line I was going to swap out the LRA tank from the GQ but picked up another second hand tank from a GQ for $350 a month before the trip and now have a Long Range tank in both cars! Awesome.

This is one thing ill be hinting for to for the q..
I'm looking at making a 140L main, will this suffice. I realise more is better, but just prioritizing..

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
Westy's Accessories (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?15134-Westy-s-Accessories.-A-small-back-yard-builder.)

[Stropp]

Yes that's probably what will do, still keeping an eye on gumtree and eBay for a tank.

[Woof]

Just found a LR tank for $150, will pick it up on Friday

[Sir Roofy]

Just found a LR tank for $150, will pick it up on Friday

bloody hell where did you score that from im looking but no luck

[Woof]

bloody hell where did you score that from im looking but no luck

Been sitting at the back of an engineering company for a while, asked the owner how much he wanted for it about 6 months ago and he told me $350.
Told him today that I had forgotten how much he wanted for it originally, that's when he said $150...lol

[Sir Roofy]

Been sitting at the back of an engineering company for a while, asked the owner how much he wanted for it about 6 months ago and he told me $350.
Told him today that I had forgotten how much he wanted for it originally, that's when he said $150...lol

lucky boy were,nt you

[Woof]

Just made this thread Sticky, not that we will have any trouble finding it though...lol

[BigRAWesty]

Bloody Hell dogman. What a score..

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Owner of
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[Stropp]

not as good as doggie but i scored one last night 550 delivered to perth 140ltr and a spartan locker for the front of the gu so its a given the roof rack and tent will go onto the gu for this trip.

[BigRAWesty]

not as good as doggie but i scored one last night 550 delivered to perth 140ltr and a spartan locker for the front of the gu so its a given the roof rack and tent will go onto the gu for this trip.

Nice.. good point on the roof rack.. didn't think of this trip.. hopefully the bigfella comes this way before then...:p

I might wait a while on the tanks, or were all going to be fighting each other.

also if there is a call for them ill make some 140ltr mains for a GOOD price.

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
Westy's Accessories (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?15134-Westy-s-Accessories.-A-small-back-yard-builder.)

[Penchy]

I'm a chance for this also. Though its miles away there is plenty of time to prepare. I'm a bit of a newby to this forum so could be could to catch up with the regulars.

[SonOf]

Would really like to be able to attend this one - damn work, June to Sept is my go no where zone. Bright side, makes me money to afford new toys for the troll

[AB]

Has anyone actually done this line towing a camper??????

I'm just having second thoughts on bringing the camper and concerned about 20 other camper trailers in our group too?

[MudRunnerTD]

Yeah it's been done many times with camper trailers AB. Campers must be rated OFFROAD Style campers though please folks! No 6x4 builders trailers please. You will be asked to leave it behind as we can't drag it if its knackered.

We will be splitting into groups of 10 or less and ideally have a mix of trailers and non trailers. Maybe have a group of early risers leaving at 8am and a second group leaving at 10am or something? Then Meetup for camp each night!

Maybe?

[Winnie]

I will be there with no trailer of course.

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

[AB]

Epic meet up gents!!!

[Ben-e-boy]

Epic meet up gents!!!

Indeed....

[AB]

Everyone needs to bring 10 pieces of hardwood/red gum.

[Winnie]

Everyone needs to bring 10 pieces of hardwood/red gum.

I will be there with 11 pieces of wood

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

[healy]

I will be there with 11 pieces of wood

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

Could I borrow a piece as I will only be able to carry 9 I will return it once I'm done with it

[GU CAMPER]

I will bring as much hardwood as I can carry. I would be happy to bring a trailer load up to Brisbane for the Brisbane guys to take some if need be. Could even bring it in bags to make it easier for everyone. I sell firewood for a living so I always have a good supply28882


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[NissanGQ4.2]

I sell firewood for a living so I always have a good supply.

I think I should test that wood before the Brisbane guys take some :)

[healy]

If I get my 6x4 lifted leaf spring with some bigger tyres will that be suitable to bring? I I ow its awhile away and can't really predict how long each days drive will be but what's the plan on hitting a camp each day as I'm just trying to work out a good accommodation set up for 4 each night our tent now is to big for a trip like this

[MudRunnerTD]

If I get my 6x4 lifted leaf spring with some bigger tyres will that be suitable to bring? I I ow its awhile away and can't really predict how long each days drive will be but what's the plan on hitting a camp each day as I'm just trying to work out a good accommodation set up for 4 each night our tent now is to big for a trip like this

Short answer Healy is No mate. It is not just a set of springs that makes a trailer an Offroad Trailer. Bigger axles. Bigger bearings. Heavier draw bar. Heavier chassis. Stronger trailer.

This great country is littered with 6x4 trailers that had bigger wheels fitted and fell apart in the middle of No Where and were abandoned. When it breaks we then have to figure out what to do with all your gear as we all already full ;)

Pack light. Buy an OzTent or a much better trailer. Sorry mate. Just the way it is. Got to keep It real!

[rottodiver]

Hmmmm, decisions decisions, to bring the camper or not !
With this many people going there is as much a risk of cars breaking down as there is campers( less likely the campers if they are full off road) ..
I really don't know what to do, a year to think about it I guess!
Scotty

[Stropp]

i have invested in a hannibal roof top camper tent for this trip, its getting expensive but its my excuse for getting the extra bits i want, long range tank, front locker, already purchased,remote res shocks for the 3' lift next then to make up the extension on the rear floor where the seats were and a cargo barrier and if i can a drop slide for the fridge.

[DX grunt]

i have invested in a hannibal roof top camper tent for this trip, its getting expensive but its my excuse for getting the extra bits i want, long range tank, front locker, already purchased,remote res shocks for the 3' lift next then to make up the extension on the rear floor where the seats were and a cargo barrier and if i can a drop slide for the fridge.

Which way you headed over east? You headed straight to the meeting point?

Rossco

[BigRAWesty]

So what's the sa count for this trip?

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[BigRAWesty]

Picked up our tent..
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2013/04/207.jpg

32kg :eek: its nearly a 2 person lift..

Glad we cut back to the 2 room instead of the 3...

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Owner of
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[Stropp]

Which way you headed over east? You headed straight to the meeting point?

Rossco

Rossco, yes straight over but may do the great central road on the way back, just checking what options I have, doggie is trying to head over as well so will be chatting with him too will keep you informed.

[MudRunnerTD]

This is going to be an amazing trip!!! What an incredible bunch!

[BigRAWesty]

Can I get a sat point of the start point. Trying to work out the k's but maps can't find a route... :rolleyes:

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
Westy's Accessories (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?15134-Westy-s-Accessories.-A-small-back-yard-builder.)

[Sir Roofy]

can i get a sat point of the start point. Trying to work out the k's but maps can't find a route... :rolleyes:

Kallen westbrook
owner of
westy's accessories (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?15134-westy-s-accessories.-a-small-back-yard-builder.)

hi kallen try a hema map the simpson desert has all gps co-ords in it

[Sir Roofy]

if i get my 6x4 lifted leaf spring with some bigger tyres will that be suitable to bring? I i ow its awhile away and can't really predict how long each days drive will be but what's the plan on hitting a camp each day as i'm just trying to work out a good accommodation set up for 4 each night our tent now is to big for a trip like this

hi heals were not takeing our camper juast our tent and tarps,have a look at a turbo tent or oz tent thats simular
would suit your needs

[oncedisturbed]

Can also look at the Dune or Oztrail touring tents. We have dune Kimberly 9+ with centre or side pole kit and is great. Usually have it set up and mats etc inside ready to go in around 15 mins unless we feeling lazy


I have a 4 man awning tent on lay by at the moment which will help for quick stop overs or constantly on the go trips

Never underestimate the power of the Tap.

[BigRAWesty]

Take the campers and trailers..
Plenty of tough gq's to carry them home attending the trip :p

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
Westy's Accessories (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?15134-Westy-s-Accessories.-A-small-back-yard-builder.)

[MudRunnerTD]

Seriously thinking now of leaving the Camper at home and travelling light in the OzTent. I have the peaked sides and the rear and side awning on the car and am thinking of doing the East West crossing first with the QLD boys and the extra fuel for dragging the camper both ways will be Huge!

There are also a couple of alternative ways for me to get to Dalhousie from the South East up through the Desert too and No Camper will be a Blessing i think?

The wife is OK with the OZ Tent. Not a bad setup. That Tent that Cuppa has for sale though! Damn that thing is Huge! and packs flat and would go on top of the spare tyre on the roof with ease!

[Sir Roofy]

seriously thinking now of leaving the camper at home and travelling light in the oztent. I have the peaked sides and the rear and side awning on the car and am thinking of doing the east west crossing first with the qld boys and the extra fuel for dragging the camper both ways will be huge!

There are also a couple of alternative ways for me to get to dalhousie from the south east up through the desert too and no camper will be a blessing i think?

The wife is ok with the oz tent. Not a bad setup. That tent that cuppa has for sale though! Damn that thing is huge! And packs flat and would go on top of the spare tyre on the roof with ease!

hi darren you know my sercumstances ,the reason for leaving my camper at home is the fuel we dont know what the market will be in 12months time and the cost could be double what it is at present,the biggest cost for this trip will be fuel the lighter the better is my thoughts

[MudRunnerTD]

hi darren you know my sercumstances ,the reason for leaving my camper at home is the fuel we dont know what the market will be in 12months time and the cost could be double what it is at present,the biggest cost for this trip will be fuel the lighter the better is my thoughts

yeah i agree, towing my camper would see probably an extra $400 to $600 worth of fuel at least, if not more given the price of fuel in the outback. At the end of the day the camper is just a Bed and somewhere to carry a heap of stuff you can do without on a trip like this.

I have all the cooking gear i need to go remote and just need to sort out another option for carrying water as i had removed one of the back seats for the Madigan Line last year and that will not be an option this time.

[Sir Roofy]

yeah i agree, towing my camper would see probably an extra $400 to $600 worth of fuel at least, if not more given the price of fuel in the outback. At the end of the day the camper is just a bed and somewhere to carry a heap of stuff you can do without on a trip like this.

I have all the cooking gear i need to go remote and just need to sort out another option for carrying water as i had removed one of the back seats for the madigan line last year and that will not be an option this time.

get on to danny and ask him about simons bladder or ask him about it your self, not his the one behind the back seat
it was a 100l with an inch filler pipe ? No idea on price

[MudRunnerTD]

get on to danny and ask him about simons bladder or ask him about it your self, not his the one behind the back seat
it was a 100l with an inch filler pipe ? No idea on price

yeah need to go and visit Simon anyways so might stick my head in the door of his car and have a bit of a look

[Sir Roofy]

yeah need to go and visit simon anyways so might stick my head in the door of his car and have a bit of a look

excellent see how much as well

[russ81]

I am in for this one can't believe I hadn't seen it earlier, hopefully there will be a few folk from the west heading over


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[MudRunnerTD]

I am in for this one can't believe I hadn't seen it earlier, hopefully there will be a few folk from the west heading over


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Hey Russ, glad to see. Maybe we should put a Count Down clock at the top or something?? Hmm good idea?? ;)

Russ there is WA organising thread for this trip mate. Have a look in the meetup section for the WA thread. Good bunch heading over mate. Gunna be great!

[russ81]

Hey Russ, glad to see. Maybe we should put a Count Down clock at the top or something?? Hmm good idea?? ;)

Russ there is WA organising thread for this trip mate. Have a look in the meetup section for the WA thread. Good bunch heading over mate. Gunna be great!

Awesome thanks for the heads up mate


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[russ81]

Countdown clock sounds awesome hehe haven't seen the clock as I'm normally in via tapatalk lol


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[BigRAWesty]

Hay guys, just a thought. There seems a lot of guys who are rigging up for this trip as its the first big trip, me included..
So could we get the more experienced blokes throw together a list for us nubies of the must haves, the not so important but nice, and then the not really needed to save uneeded money wasting and weight..

Things like fuel capacity to work towards, recovery gear, bar work, oils etc

I know things like a good service, tyres ate a given.. and sand does wear rubber quite quick, so that needs to be kept in mind..

And I think we need to put I concrete a must.. I think every vehicle needs a solid recovery point, not the genuine ones.. this way everyone is on the same page and we know we are taking every possible precaution possible to make this trip as safe as possible..
I'm not saying everyone needs a point from td, (I hope you do support a true Aussie though) but at least a tow bar tongue shackle..

And put all this info into a closed thread for us nubies to refer to.. like I said ill leave it to you experienced guys.

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Owner of
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[Winnie]

These are things I've got planned to do before the trip

Remove body lift
Dual batteries
Drawers
Top mount intercooler
Long range tank
Water storage
New HD radiator

and hopefully a new (smaller) turbo

[Maxhead]

Hey Westy, RLI has a pretty comprehensive list of things to take in his Cape York trip thread. Theres pre check lists, first aid lists, etc. Have a peak you might find it useful
Fuel stop distances will vary and also consumption but bersides that the rest should be pretty good.

[MudRunnerTD]

These are things I've got planned to do before the trip

Remove body lift
Dual batteries
Drawers
Top mount intercooler
Long range tank
Water storage
New HD radiator

and hopefully a new (smaller) turbo

Wow Winnie I would not be thinking of dumping that turbo mate! And before you go planning a heap of cash outlay on stuff to cool the sweat girl is be booking it in for a decent tune mate! There is likely Nothing wrong with it other than a really junky tune mate!!!

Seriously mate! You probably won't need the radiator and could get away with tuning it without an intercooler at about 14psi and get a power gain and great temps. This should be your priority 1 before any other plans for your car take hold mate. Truly.

[Winnie]

I showed the dyno printout to Diesel-tec in Lilydale and they said they could fix it up a bit, get temps down a little and maybe a bit more power but he said it's probably not worth it and the turbo is too big for the application, which is exactly what Benny and Mat had already told me.

[Maxhead]

Just having a look around I found this blog. Looks like a pretty good guide...http://blog.snowys.com.au/crossing-the-simpson-for-beginners-part-1-who-can-do-it/

[MudRunnerTD]

Yep Doggy posted this about 20 pages ago too and I will be spending a it of time on both in the coming weeks and months as the real planning begins

http://www.exploroz.com/TrekNotes/Deserts/Simpson_Desert_French_Line.aspx

[MudRunnerTD]

Just having a look around I found this blog. Looks like a pretty good guide...http://blog.snowys.com.au/crossing-the-simpson-for-beginners-part-1-who-can-do-it/


That looks like a good blog Kris. Interesting comments about the trailers too.

Note those from Qld looking to cross East West first, this crossing is a fair bit harder than West to East as the prevailing weather comes from the West and you are climbing the soft steep side of every Dune.

Going East West first was the clincher for me not taking the camper and going back to an OZtent.

[BigRAWesty]

Cheers guys for the links.. a bit of nights shift reading.. :D

So what are thoughts on the recovery points?

And was doing the washing this morning (fair quid) and was wondering if we will be camping near facilities for a night threw the trip?.
I'm just thinking seeing there are a fair few young ones travelling if we can was clothes we may be bringing there wardrobes...

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Owner of
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[Stropp]

Just get a water tight container add dirty clothes soap powder and water and when you get to the end of the day wring them out and hang to dry, the motion of the car will wash them!

[MudRunnerTD]

Yeah if you have a look at my Madigan Line thread near the end you will see a pic of a 15lt round drum I carried on the roof for washing smalls. Worked great.

At the end of the day though we will be in the desert for 3 to 5 days in total assuming a couple of rest days to enjoy the company and everyone should be self sufficient for at least that period.

Remember that the luxuries all take water! Think about what you really need.

I took precooked rice and then heated it in a pan full of boiling water that I then used for dishes.

The toilet. Sort it out. A portapot is probably not going to work. A toilet seat on a chair is the go and dig and bury as to go.

Maybe a toilet tent which you could use for privacy and for a wash if and when you can. You can have a good wash with 2.5lts or water used wisely including washing your hair. If there are 4 of you though that's 10lts of valuable water. Baby wipes Rock!

[BigRAWesty]

Just get a water tight container add dirty clothes soap powder and water and when you get to the end of the day wring them out and hang to dry, the motion of the car will wash them!

Funny you wrote that.. wife said the exact same thing..


Yeah if you have a look at my Madigan Line thread near the end you will see a pic of a 15lt round drum I carried on the roof for washing smalls. Worked great.

At the end of the day though we will be in the desert for 3 to 5 days in total assuming a couple of rest days to enjoy the company and everyone should be self sufficient for at least that period.

Remember that the luxuries all take water! Think about what you really need.

I took precooked rice and then heated it in a pan full of boiling water that I then used for dishes.

The toilet. Sort it out. A portapot is probably not going to work. A toilet seat on a chair is the go and dig and bury as to go.

Maybe a toilet tent which you could use for privacy and for a wash if and when you can. You can have a good wash with 2.5lts or water used wisely including washing your hair. If there are 4 of you though that's 10lts of valuable water. Baby wipes Rock!

Dunny ain't an issue. I grew up on the farm in the bush.. digging holes since I was 5...
Ow yes plenty of wipes. I do 3-4 days without a shower.. depends how many toyos we come across...
And we do one kid after the next in the one bucket.. so I reckon 60L should see us threw the middle..

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[russ81]

Decisions decisions, gunna leave the camper at home for this trip, question now is do the family and I swag it, rooftop tent it or 30 sec tent it,



Sent while temporally motionless

[Winnie]

Only 421 long days to go! Bloody excited for it that's for sure!

[belzi82]

Epic meet up gents!!!

excuse me - "gents" what about ladies??? lol.

I may not post much but I am watching!!!

[BigRAWesty]

excuse me - "gents" what about ladies??? lol.

I may not post much but I am watching!!!

Yea... :confused: ;)

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[Stropp]

excuse me - "gents" what about ladies??? lol.

I may not post much but I am watching!!!


so are you coming along?? would be nice to have a female member along with the other members partners.

[BigRAWesty]

so are you coming along?? would be nice to have a female member along with the other members partners.

Would make my wife more comfortable knowing there were other women going..
But she reckons you boys are a top bunch already..

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[MudRunnerTD]

Yea... :confused: ;)

Kallen Westbrook
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so are you coming along?? would be nice to have a female member along with the other members partners.


Would make my wife more comfortable knowing there were other women going..
But she reckons you boys are a top bunch already..

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
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There will be a heap of women on this trip. It really is a family trip and there could be upto 30 cars at some points of this trip!!!

This is going to be huge

[BigRAWesty]

There will be a heap of women on this trip. It really is a family trip and there could be upto 30 cars at some points of this trip!!!

This is going to be huge

Yea so good behavior growler... And you Lucas.. and George.. and Winnie..
Lets just say all... :D

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[Stropp]

looking better all the time, i just spoke to my daughter and she and her boyfriend are coming over on holidays to run the business while i go, so looking forward to getting out on a decent trip. The last one was 22yrs ago, 2 weeks on the gibb river road, not a soul in some of the places we camped, loved it, and looking forward to this one.

[BigRAWesty]

Are still planning on making this a fundraiser for charity?
Maybe split profits between forum and charity.
Do we sponsor RFDS? If so how about st johns ambulance?

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[Drewboyaus]

The last one was 22yrs ago, 2 weeks on the gibb river road, not a soul in some of the places we camped, loved it, and looking forward to this one.

Hey Stropp, there might be a few Nissans about to spoil you serenity! LMAO.




Tip tip tip......tap tap tap....

[rottodiver]

So it looks like there are not too many camper trailers going now...... I still think we are bring ours due to the extended time coming back to Perth after the crossing.
Scotty

[MudRunnerTD]

So it looks like there are not too many camper trailers going now...... I still think we are bring ours due to the extended time coming back to Perth after the crossing.
Scotty

You could leave it at Dalhousie springs and take the link road back after the crossing and pick it up...or do a double crossing and head back and pick it up. There might be a few WA guys heading back the other way, maybe have that chat in your planning thread.

Worth consideration. 5 to 8 days out of your trip in a tent is not a bad deal ;)

[MudRunnerTD]

Here is a Great post by NP99. Check out this link for some great info on different Tents. Click on teh link for the Rapid Touring tents. Great Link.


http://www.raysoutdoors.com.au/tent-guide/Default.aspx

Might help you decide if you are about to make a purchase.

[Drewboyaus]

Trying to decide whether to bring the entire tribe.....wife and 3 kids (5,7 and 10yo)
The big thing is the amount of "stuff" required and water!! By my calculations 6 litres of water per person per day x 10 days equals 300 litres! That's a heck of a lot of weight before I even add 220+ litres of ULP. That's almost leaving me no weight to carry passengers.
Any thoughts?



Tip tip tip......tap tap tap....

[rottodiver]

Not sure on availability but I would assume you wouldn't need 10 days worth of water ... Maybe 5 days and fill up where possible!!
Scotty

[Sir Roofy]

trying to decide whether to bring the entire tribe.....wife and 3 kids (5,7 and 10yo)
the big thing is the amount of "stuff" required and water!! By my calculations 6 litres of water per person per day x 10 days equals 300 litres! That's a heck of a lot of weight before i even add 220+ litres of ulp. That's almost leaving me no weight to carry passengers.
Any thoughts?



Tip tip tip......tap tap tap....

drew mate theres water at dalhousie springs depending on which way we go to birdsville if the tele track
its approx 436ks 3or 4 days and maybe 12hours depending on what you want to see
you wont need 300l of water unless your bathing every night im hopeing to carry at least 80l to allow for a wash
dont leave your family at home they will benifit from the adventure of a lifetime
work out what the kids need then halve it to travel light

have a look at this Simpson desert French line @exploroz

[MudRunnerTD]

Yeah Drew this is a once in a life time mate! Can't leave them behind. You won't need anywhere near that much water mate.

When I did the Madigan Line I was away for 2 weeks and took 90 lts of water. 3x20lt Jerry's for dishes and cooking and 3x10lt casks from the supermarket for drinking.

I took precooked rice and heated it in a saucepan of boiling water that I then used to wash the dishes. Don't take dehydrated food you need to add water to like dry pasta. Cook it at home and cryovac it. Buy your meat in SA on the last day of civilisation and it will have a long used by date that will see you through the trip without freezing.

Bring the family mate, my wife Naomi and 2 kids 8yo boy and 3yo girl will be travelling with me. Can't wait. No trailer. You will work it out mate.

[Sir Roofy]

yeah drew thisnisna once in a life time mate! Can't leave them behind. You won't need anywhere near that much water mate.

When i did the madigan line i was away for 2 weeks and took 90 lts of water. 3x20lt kerry's for dishes and cooking and 3x10lt casks from the supermarket for drinking.

I took precooked rice and heated it in a saucepan of boiling water that i then used to wash the dishes. Don't take dehydrated food you need to add water to like dry pasta. Cook it at home and cryovac it. Buy your meat in sa on the last day of civilisation and it will have a long used by date that will see you through the trip without freezing.

Bring the family mate, my wife naomi and 2 kids 8yo boy and 3yo girl will be travelling with me. Can't wait. No trailer. You will work it out mate.

g,day darren jane got all excited with your rice idea,we usually cryovac our meat as well can put it in the fridge lasts ages or freeze it no freezer burn

[MudRunnerTD]

g,day darren jane got all excited with your rice idea,we usually cryovac our meat as well can put it in the fridge lasts ages or freeze it no freezer burn

Hey Roofy,

You can buy precooked rice already to go in single meal portions from any supermarket relatively cheaply. only about $3 a meal it turns out to be (a Family Meal portion) so i did not even bother pre cooking my own at that price, i just bought enough for my trip.

I have a Cryovac Machine too and precooked a couple of Chicken curries and vacced them but the red meat i ended up buying the freshest i could and had stuff with 2 to 3 weeks in the Used by date. Sliced Ham in single serves and salami all come with a month or more of Used by date form the meat section.

We even stopped 2 days into the trip in SA and grabbed another couple of Meat portions while grabbing Vegies as i could not bring them from home and got stuff that i had on the last couple of nights in teh desert. Worked Great.

Shop smart and you can do it really simply and eat well.


Buy Bread on the last day of shops and that will last a couple of days then Wraps for the rest.

[Drewboyaus]

For those looking for a drawer system to go on this trip.......

http://bit.ly/16rgnuw

For a home built one it looks quite good but I reckon he's asking a bit much for the buy it now price.....



Tip tip tip......tap tap tap....

[BigRAWesty]

Considering I just whipped my up for $300... 16mm ply is overkill.. it'll be 50 odd kilos alone..

Also just to mention if you fit it to a gu you will need to shorten it..

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[MudRunnerTD]

Thats actually not a bad price considering it Includes the Cargo Barrier and the water tank! I agree though 16mm is far to heavy for what you need and that is a BIG single drawer!.

[BigRAWesty]

Thats actually not a bad price considering it Includes the Cargo Barrier and the water tank! I agree though 16mm is far to heavy for what you need and that is a BIG single drawer!.

Ow that's included.. well not so bad then. Sure it looks neat but yea a lot of dead weight

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[Coldcomfort]

Just down the road from me. I am in, pending a couple of things that I am pretty sure I can work around. You guys have been making all the right noises with kids coming and all that. I will bring the missus and our brooding hormonal 13 year old daughter... "July 2014 at Dalhousie Springs and then over the Simpson Desert as our meetup." what does "over the Simpson desert mean? from Dalhousie that could be in a couple of different directions.

Seeyuzthen.

[Stropp]

" what does "over the Simpson desert mean? from Dalhousie that could be in a couple of different directions.Seeyuzthen.

thats the secret bit mate, you have to turn up to find out :)

[Coldcomfort]

thats the secret bit mate, you have to turn up to find out :)


A mystery tour.... Sounds good. Someone mentioned Birdsville pub. I am assuming that we would not get that close to the pub and not have a beer there... BTW that part of the world is quite crowded these days. There is even the odd toymota that manages to get that far!!

[Winnie]

Sorry mate, our forum meet ups are dry events... no alcohol allowed...............

BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!

[Ben-e-boy]

Sorry mate, our forum meet ups are dry events... no alcohol allowed...............

BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!

there better be a fellow Victorian who is willing to punch you in the neck for that statement..........................any takers???

[NissanGQ4.2]

A mystery tour.... Sounds good. Someone mentioned Birdsville pub. I am assuming that we would not get that close to the pub and not have a beer there... BTW that part of the world is quite crowded these days. There is even the odd toymota that manages to get that far!!

Think u may of had one 2 many at the pub, we all know Toymota's wouldn't make it that far, must just be a figment of ur imagination while drinking 1 2 many

[rottodiver]

Think u may of had one 2 many at the pub, we all know Toymota's wouldn't make it that far, must just be a figment of ur imagination while drinking 1 2 many

More like, had a few too many, fell down hit his head and while unconscious had an awful awful nightmare!!!

Scotty

[Stropp]

No I do believe they get that far but they are trucked in!

[Coldcomfort]

Perhaps I was a tad delusional......

[Coldcomfort]

It would be good if we got people attending this from each state and territory..... Any Taswegans coming?

[MudRunnerTD]

It would be good if we got people attending this from each state and territory..... Any Taswegans coming?

at this stage there is an Organising Thread in each State section on this forum and a LARGE contingent from QLD (16 at last count), a good crew from WA, a good crew from SA, a good crew from Vic, ACT....well theres Kris ;) and all in all this will be upwards of 25 to 40 cars i reckon!!!


This is a
NOT TO BE MISSED EVENT

[Drewboyaus]

Sorry mate, our forum meet ups are dry events... no alcohol allowed...............

BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!

No mate, it's no VB allowed! LMAO


Tip tip tip......tap tap tap....

[Winnie]

No mate, it's no VB allowed! LMAO


Tip tip tip......tap tap tap....

You're banned from this trip now!

[MudRunnerTD]

Hey guys I posted earlier about planning your food and will probably put a thread up on the subject as it is well worth discussing. Plenty of people get worried about it, I surely did heading into the Madigan Line trip.

Just been to Aldi and grabbed some Hame for the young blokes lunch for next week and thought I'd post some pics.

Bought today 18/05/2013. Used by 11/7/2013!!! Makes Ham sandwiches easy to have!!

2940629407

Enough for 4 good sandwiches in each pouch. There is 4 lunches there!!

[BigRAWesty]

Ill be investing in a crio-vac soon enough.. have a full roast meal ready in 2 bags..
But also tinned food it a go'er.

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[MudRunnerTD]

Ill be investing in a crio-vac soon enough.. have a full roast meal ready in 2 bags..
But also tinned food it a go'er.

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
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Yah a cryovac machine is a winner too mate. I have one and its great but quite a bit is already done professionally and available off the self as above.

[BigRAWesty]

Those $100 eBay jobbies look pretty good..

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[Drewboyaus]

I picked one up from Aldi a few months ago for $60. They sell them from time to time.


Tip tip tip......tap tap tap....

[healy]

there better be a fellow Victorian who is willing to punch you in the neck for that statement..........................any takers???

sorry missed this yes Ill punch him in the neck for you

[Coldcomfort]

Why do people insist on using the word "beer" and "VB" in the same sentence?? Surely VB is not considered to be a beer??

If you want a really good beer from Victoria, head to the Red Hill brewery for a visit and sample some locally brewed beer from their own hop crops.... Yummy.

[MudRunnerTD]

Clicked over the 400 days to go folks!!!!

Time for another Poll i think!

[healy]

Not long now lol

[MudRunnerTD]

So the Votes are in and here they are.

View Poll Results:

Meetup in the Middle - Dalhousie Springs - July 2014 Voters 57.

Wouldn't miss it for the World, can't wait! 10 Votes

Belzi82,
Bigrig - Great Southern Camping,
Lorriandjas,
Megatexture,
Morton,
MudRunnerTD,
nickpeacock36,
rottodriver,
Westy's Accessories.

This would be great! Working towards it. 29

AB,
Ben-e-Boy,
Ben89,
Bloodyaussie,
boots,
choppie,
dads tractor,
DX Grunt,
Growler,
GU CAMPER,
Kast,
lhurley,
macca86,
Matt195583,
Nisshead,
ozzyboy,
Penchy,
philfree,
Plasnart,
rochjas,
roofy,
shanemma,
Steve4wdin,
Stropp,
The Dogman,
wa 489,
wild98,
Winnie,
Yendor.

Great Idea! I'll be watching this thread with interest. 14

Apollofish,
Coldcomfort,
cruise,
Dhuck,
Growler,
krbrooking,
macca,
Mal H,
MudRunnerTD,
pbk1776,
RLI,
rusty_nail,
snewin,
Yabb.

Just can't do it damn it!! 7

93patrol,
Bob,
Mojo01,
Petit caillou,
rusty_nail,
SonOf,
TPC

Thanks to all.

I will remove the poll and replace it with another that allows us to see who voted and where. I will run the new Poll until the 300 days mark.

Cheers guys

[Stropp]

The only things that will stop me will be death or no one to run the shop:)

[BigRAWesty]

So the Votes are in and here they are.

View Poll Results:

Meetup in the Middle - Dalhousie Springs - July 2014 Voters 57.

Wouldn't miss it for the World, can't wait! 10 Votes

Belzi82,
Bigrig - Great Southern Camping,
Lorriandjas,
Megatexture,
Morton,
MudRunnerTD,
nickpeacock36,
rottodriver,
Westy's Accessories.

This would be great! Working towards it. 29

AB,
Ben-e-Boy,
Ben89,
Bloodyaussie,
boots,
choppie,
dads tractor,
DX Grunt,
Growler,
GU CAMPER,
Kast,
lhurley,
macca86,
Matt195583,
Nisshead,
ozzyboy,
Penchy,
philfree,
Plasnart,
rochjas,
roofy,
shanemma,
Steve4wdin,
Stropp,
The Dogman,
wa 489,
wild98,
Winnie,
Yendor.

Great Idea! I'll be watching this thread with interest. 14

Apollofish,
Coldcomfort,
cruise,
Dhuck,
Growler,
krbrooking,
macca,
Mal H,
MudRunnerTD,
pbk1776,
RLI,
rusty_nail,
snewin,
Yabb.

Just can't do it damn it!! 7

93patrol,
Bob,
Mojo01,
Petit caillou,
rusty_nail,
SonOf,
TPC

Thanks to all.

I will remove the poll and replace it with another that allows us to see who voted and where. I will run the new Poll until the 300 days mark.

Cheers guys

Even if half of the deffiently and hope so's pull out that's 20 vehicles..
In big kevs words "im excited..." ;)

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[Avo]

Kallen i put maybe dude but i reckon it's a 95% dude would be great to finally catch up..Thats the time of the year i can go so it's the misses put her time in for hols(she's a relief)so no bigE.Will bring family too.(the williams tribe)Now you can be really excited dude...YEP can't wait always wanted to take the kids and mrs east we always go north(who wouldn't if your from sth wst wa)

[BigRAWesty]

Bloody oath.. only thing that will stop me is mass failure of the troll.. ill be there. Hopefully family in tow.. be awesome to meet all these top blokes..
Had our first real run with our setup and happy with it.. used 20L in only 2.5 days so this will have to be addressed..
The missus is still over packing with clothes, but with the young ones its best to be safe..


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[russ81]

Using tapatalk I didn't even know about the poll, but I am gunna make it by hook or by crook :)

[Sir Roofy]

The wife and i are excited about this trip saving hard and getting the gu
ready for it slowly but will be there

[Woof]

Due to the www.westernpatrolclub.com Kids Convoy for SIDS occurring on the 29th I will not be attending now.

[choppie]

I know that the older you get the quicker time goes but ARE WE THERE YET, ARE WE THERE YET, ARE WE THERE YET,

[Sir Roofy]

i know that the older you get the quicker time goes but are we there yet, are we there yet, are we there yet,

no no no give it time ole mate it will be here quicker than you think

[Winnie]

no no no give it time ole mate it will be here quicker than you think

Really? Because it seems to be taking forever! Sort of a good thing though because ive got a lot to get ready in that time

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

[BigRAWesty]

Tell me about it. Under a year to go.. still so much to do..

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[MudRunnerTD]

Tell me about it. Under a year to go.. still so much to do..

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
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LOL!

Last time i checked there was 365 days in a year ya wally! I Know Night shift right ;)

[BigRAWesty]

LOL!

Last time i checked there was 365 days in a year ya wally! I Know Night shift right ;)

I was meaning a bakers year... :p

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[Avo]

A bit premature there bloke,grab ya self a tissue.I know I know we all are excited but geez man...Just settle.

Tell me about it. Under a year to go.. still so much to do..

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[hopestar]

can anyone tag along on this trip me and a few mates were planning on going across the simpson around that time

[DX grunt]

can anyone tag along on this trip me and a few mates were planning on going across the simpson around that time

Where you from?

[hopestar]

im from dalby in qld, me and mates are pretty keen to tag along

[DX grunt]

im from dalby in qld, me and mates are pretty keen to tag along

I'm pretty sure there's a convoy from Qld going, so surf the forum and you'll find a thread on here somewhere.

Hope to be sending a convoy from WA, too. Looking forward to it.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[Bloodyaussie]

Been thinking about this after I was told off by Daz for saying I will not be coming and I need to have a long discussion with the one who should be obeyed?

One of my concerns which Daz says is not a problem is dual fuel.... the other is not so much the expense of the trip but the expense of preparation, trying to move house and of late am spending a bit on renovations plus what I had to spend after my stupid day in puddles.

I do wonder and was reading about people going in large groups and doubling up on tonnes of crap that was not needed... eg how many tools would you need to bring if everyone else was bringing tools?

I so want to do this trip , I do feel it is not everyday (for some of us) to get to the Simpson or other like destination?

I tried to flick through all the pages but kept getting distracted with talk of VB but will try and see if I can have a read through later...

[MudRunnerTD]

Hey BA I have embedded that link on the first page top mate. Sorry for giving you a hard time mate but keen as buggery to have you and your family along on this one mate.

I think your fuel will be heaps mate.

As the time gets closer then we will start a section for this trip. All the meetup convoys can go there and a list of tools and parts will be started. I will have most things mate but a set of hoses and belts and a service before you go. Wear your BFGs and your in business mate

[healy]

Yeah I'm hoping we can get some vbs flowing if I can sort through some slight issues lol like a vehicle sorted by then and go the mighty VB

[Winnie]

Jonathan you need to be there simple as that. Going in such a huge crew is a once in a lifetime thing I reckon. Looking into a new turbo for myself then an intercooler and new HD radiator and I'm ready, the rest are creature comforts.

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

[BigRAWesty]

For sure mate.. once closer I think we need to get serious with a good list of supplies and parts, and then split it over the group.
So you have a few spare 50mm shocks, they'll do as emergency for stock threw to 4" lift, but I'm doing radiator hoses and belts so, nothing wrong with them but just preventative maintenance so ill throw them in..

Nothing wrong with dual fuel.. my father inlaw has done the Simpson 4 times in his duel fuel 4.5ltr 80 series. He took 90 petrol and 70 gas, plus 2 jerry cans and never had an issue.. and only used one jerry can once as a precautionary..

So dont let that turn you off hay..

But yea, once closer we'll all sort it out.. still 13 months away..
Just make a realistic list of mods you want and aim for that. Anything extra is a bonus.. I'd love a 2nd tank setup, in reality ill probably just get my 140 main done and 2 jerry cans.

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[Drewboyaus]

Jonathan you need to be there simple as that. Going in such a huge crew is a once in a lifetime thing I reckon. Looking into a new turbo for myself then an intercooler and new HD radiator and I'm ready, the rest are creature comforts.

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

What's wrong with your current turbo mate?


Tip tip tip......tap tap tap....

[Winnie]

There is nothing wrong with it Drew, it's just the wrong turbo for my application, far too big and lazy. When it gets happening it's awesome but it's all too late, a smaller turbo would come on a lot earlier and improve everything!

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

[DX grunt]

I'm offering fridge space....$1 per can/stubby per day. lol Just kidding for all you considering the offer. lol

[Winnie]

Hang on a minute Rossco, I think you've bitten off more than you can chew. You do realise we'll be going OFFroad don't you mate?

[Bloodyaussie]

What kind of kms we talking for the vic crew?

[DX grunt]

Hang on a minute Rossco, I think you've bitten off more than you can chew. You do realise we'll be going OFFroad don't you mate?

You're right. I'm restricted to bitumen only.....apparently. lol

[Winnie]

2062kms from Melbourne to Dalhousie Springs, 436km for the crossing and 1909kms from Birdsville back to Melbourne. That's straight there and straight back in under 5000kms.
Those are all according to Google Maps.

[Bloodyaussie]

About $1600 on fuel on the heavy side.... I hope?

Those kms come in at $1250 for me in normal conditions.

Thinking thinking thinking!

[Winnie]

I reckon like Daz said if you had two full tanks at the start of the crossing and take a jerry just to be on the extremely cautious side you'll get by without a drama! My brother in law's old man has done the crossing in his dual fuel 100 series he said he took two jerry cans and did not need either of them.

[liftlid]

But which patrol will mudrunnerTD take ?? will it be the "phantom"

[Bloodyaussie]

He already said he will bring the gu... and no trailer.

[BigRAWesty]

He already said he will bring the gu... and no trailer.

Getting soft in his years...

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[AB]

At this point in time I am confident I'll be going to this gents.....Giddy up!!!!!!!!!

[NissanGQ4.2]

At this point in time I am confident I'll won't be going to this gents :(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(

Unless I win 1 million in Lotto and I don't like the odds of that happening considering I don't play lotto very often.

[MudRunnerTD]

At this point in time I am confident I'll be going to this gents.....Giddy up!!!!!!!!!



See now that IS Funny! The think you have a choice??

Viva the Revolution my friend! I will drag you across the bloody Simpson if I have to.

[MudRunnerTD]

But which patrol will mudrunnerTD take ?? will it be the "phantom"


He already said he will bring the gu... and no trailer.


Getting soft in his years...

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
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The GUIV will eat it up! I will be doing a double crossing. Might even do a triple crossing with a second west bound crossing from the south on the way home....

The options the options! Big place!

[AB]

See now that IS Funny! The think you have a choice??

Viva the Revolution my friend! I will drag you across the bloody Simpson if I have to.

My brother had a fight with the old man in the simmo and dad threw him out of the car in the middle of nowhere....lol....he drove about 2kms and then another convoy picked him up. I always wondered what that convoy thought when they saw a kid walking by himself in the middle of the desert.

Anyways not even sure why I mentioned that...lol....oh yeah dragging me through the Simpson would be fun using a wakeboard...lmao

[AB]

The GUIV will eat it up! I will be doing a double crossing. Might even do a triple crossing with a second west bound crossing from the south on the way home....

The options the options! Big place!

I'm going to take extra time off too so I can check out other areas.

[MudRunnerTD]

My brother had a fight with the old man in the simmo and dad threw him out of the car in the middle of nowhere....lol....he drove about 2kms and then another convoy picked him up. I always wondered what that convoy thought when they saw a kid walking by himself in the middle of the desert...lol

Anyways not even sure why I mentioned that...lol....oh yeah dragging me through the Simpson would be fun using a wakeboard...lmao

Bring it!!!!

[Winnie]

I'm taking extra time too but don't know what to do with it?

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

[NissanGQ4.2]

I'm taking extra time too but don't know what to do with it?

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

Come pick me up, now that's a plan *L*

[AB]

I'm taking extra time too but don't know what to do with it?

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

Where do I start...lol.

[MudRunnerTD]

A week in the Flinders Ranges with Good friends would be awesome

[BigRAWesty]

My brother had a fight with the old man in the simmo and dad threw him out of the car in the middle of nowhere....lol....he drove about 2kms and then another convoy picked him up. I always wondered what that convoy thought when they saw a kid walking by himself in the middle of the desert.

Anyways not even sure why I mentioned that...lol....oh yeah dragging me through the Simpson would be fun using a wakeboard...lmao

Now that's a plan. I made a sand board in high school.. the dunes ain't big enough around home, but that sounds like fun...
Income protection check, life insurance check..
I'm in... :D

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[Sir Roofy]

bring it!!!!

this will be good watching ab flying over a dune on his wakeboard being towed by mr
bring it on boys

[BigRAWesty]

Ow.. the wife said she's not keen... But I can go if I take the eldest... :D
Easy.. but I'm hoping she does come along and the youngest..

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[Winnie]

I can't wait!

If you're happy and you know it tap a post!

[Sir Roofy]

ow.. The wife said she's not keen... But i can go if i take the eldest... :d
easy.. But i'm hoping she does come along and the youngest..

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hopefully she will change her mind the trip of a lifetime shame to miss it
my wife cant wait shes looking forward to it

[MudRunnerTD]

Ow.. the wife said she's not keen... But I can go if I take the eldest... :D
Easy.. but I'm hoping she does come along and the youngest..

Kallen Westbrook
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Hey Kallen,

I am bringing my wife and little girl who will be just 3. AB is bringing a little on too, your Missus will have a great time mate.

I promise!!

[Avo]

Anyone want to do the tanami rd after the meetup?

[BigRAWesty]

hopefully she will change her mind the trip of a lifetime shame to miss it
my wife cant wait shes looking forward to it


Hey Kallen,

I am bringing my wife and little girl who will be just 3. AB is bringing a little on too, your Missus will have a great time mate.

I promise!!

I hoping with the few creature comforts I'm adding like sound proofing, better seats, etc it will persway her decision. She's done it once when younger so its not new to her at all.. she's actually more travelled than I.. her family have done pritty much the whole south east 1/4 of aus.. right up to the nsw Qld border..
I will keep at her.


Anyone want to do the tanami rd after the meetup?

Depending on funds, time off allocation and the family mate I'm up for anything.
What sorta k's and time are you taking extra?


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[Winnie]

this will be good watching ab flying over a dune on his wakeboard being towed by mr
bring it on boys

This has to happen!!!

[Drewboyaus]

Mrs is keen as mustard.....


Tip tip tip......tap tap tap....

[BigRAWesty]

This has to happen!!!

Ow it will.. if we can get a second board we can tandem across the Simpson... imagine that shot on the front cover of the 4by mag..

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[MudRunnerTD]

Ow it will.. if we can get a second board we can tandem across the Simpson... imagine that shot on the front cover of the 4by mag..

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
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I'm looking forward to taking a pic of maybe 50 cars and 100+ people gathered in Birdsville at the end of this trip for a Forum Photo like no other!

[Avo]

Kallen sent you a pm man,didn't want to send this thread off course.UI have a second board.Will bring it for you guys.

[BigRAWesty]

Kallen sent you a pm man,didn't want to send this thread off course.UI have a second board.Will bring it for you guys.

Wouldnt be the first off course thread.. :D

I need to look at the father in-laws wall map and see how it all looks..

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[liftlid]

He already said he will bring the gu... and no trailer.

I was only trying to do a bit of stirring, I find it funny that you guys think the GQ doesn't exist!
guess I was wrong sorry.

[Drewboyaus]

I was only trying to do a bit of stirring, I find it funny that you guys think the GQ doesn't exist!
guess I was wrong sorry.

No, you are quite right.
I think it's like wonder woman's invisible jet!


Tip tip tip......tap tap tap....

[Sir Roofy]

i was only trying to do a bit of stirring, i find it funny that you guys think the gq doesn't exist!
Guess i was wrong sorry.

alls good mate bloodyaussie was having a bad day

[MudRunnerTD]

GQ? Who's got a GQ? Tough Truck that! GUIV does pretty good too though.

[BigRAWesty]

GQ? Who's got a GQ? Tough Truck that! GUIV does pretty good too though.

Sorta like a prado... :p (flame suit on.. )

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[MudRunnerTD]

Sorta like a prado... :p (flame suit on.. )

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
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Ummmm! Nothing like a pardon mate!!!

[Bloodyaussie]

I was only trying to do a bit of stirring, I find it funny that you guys think the GQ doesn't exist!
guess I was wrong sorry.

No stress mate I am back in bed sick as a dog. .... I am just a grumpy old man.

And dont worry roofy or daz will punch me in the neck.

So anyway the big news for me is mags has said yes to the trip but there are circumstances that might come into play.

All these recent years she has been working for US based companies with there financial new year at Xmas. .

Now she will have june July as her busy time? ?

We will have to see.

[the evil twin]

You're right. I'm restricted to bitumen only.....apparently. lol

Hehehehehe... wonder where that came from... :D

Anyhooooowww... speaking of pics... I reckon there will be enough Patrols at Dalhousie to spell NISSAN PATROL and be visible from space :toot:

Be piss funny if there was a "Google Earth" flyover at the same time

[BigRAWesty]

Ummmm! Nothing like a pardon mate!!!

That got your attention.. you can't leave the gq behind.. all this work and your taking the GUrly one... :p

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[MudRunnerTD]

That got your attention.. you can't leave the gq behind.. all this work and your taking the GUrly one... :p

Kallen Westbrook
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Bloody predictive script! The GUIv is Nothing like a Prado mate!

It's just a more comfortable GQ in drag ;)

Being dragged along by the mighty TD42Ti

[Stropp]

Ah the mighty td42ti makes them almost half GU half GQ so damn good.

[howezit]

I'm throwing my name in the hat as a definite for this trip.
I'm from Perth and I've added my name to the list on the WA thread as well.

[Stropp]

Just Adding a couple of us Sandgropers :Yahoo!:

Meetup in the Middle - Dalhousie Springs - July 2014 Voters 57.

Wouldn't miss it for the World, can't wait! 10 Votes

Belzi82,
Bigrig - Great Southern Camping,
Lorriandjas,
Megatexture,
Morton,
MudRunnerTD,
nickpeacock36,
rottodriver,
Westy's Accessories.
Stropp
Howezit
MyTroll90

This would be great! Working towards it. 29

AB,
Ben-e-Boy,
Ben89,
Bloodyaussie,
boots,
choppie,
dads tractor,
DX Grunt,
Growler,
GU CAMPER,
Kast,
lhurley,
macca86,
Matt195583,
Nisshead,
ozzyboy,
Penchy,
philfree,
Plasnart,
rochjas,
roofy,
shanemma,
Steve4wdin,
The Dogman,
wa 489,
wild98,
Winnie,
Yendor.

Great Idea! I'll be watching this thread with interest. 14

Apollofish,
Coldcomfort,
cruise,
Dhuck,
Growler,
krbrooking,
macca,
Mal H,
MudRunnerTD,
pbk1776,
RLI,
rusty_nail,
snewin,
Yabb.

Just can't do it damn it!! 7

93patrol,
Bob,
Mojo01,
Petit caillou,
rusty_nail,
SonOf,
TPC

[MudRunnerTD]

The New poll is up guys!!

[Winnie]

Where?

Trying to use Motorculture

[Sir Roofy]

where?

Trying to use motorculture

top of page winnie

[Winnie]

Okay I'm on my phone so I'll do it when I get home. Hey roofy can I call past your place on the way home from work work today?

Trying to use Motorculture

[Sir Roofy]

okay i'm on my phone so i'll do it when i get home. Hey roofy can i call past your place on the way home from work work today?

Trying to use motorculture

you can ill behere

[MudRunnerTD]

Bump! New poll up guys

[AB]

ARRRR Crap!

I just voted that I will be going and forgot to vote to join the Vic crew...lol

I went in the back end and added myself to the VIC Crew but it doesn't show my name...LMAO.

[MudRunnerTD]

ARRRR Crap!

I just voted that I will be going and forgot to vote to join the Vic crew...lol

I went in the back end and added myself to the VIC Crew but it doesn't show my name...LMAO.


Ah well! That means ya can't come mate! ;)

Pretty tricky new poll hey ;)

[Ben-e-boy]

Just voted. Driving in the number 1 convoy :p

[AB]

Just voted. Driving in the number 1 convoy :p

Bloody hell you must've clicked the wrong buttons as well like me old mate....BAHAHHAHA

[Winnie]

Have we sorta organised anything in terms of a number 1 (Vic) convoy?

[AB]

Have we sorta organised anything in terms of a number 1 (Vic) convoy?

We'll just wing it mate, organisation is so overrated these days...lol

[Winnie]

Step 1: have another bender at the church
Step 2: continue bender for 2 weeks
Step 3: forget about Simpson Crossing

[TheLocksmith]

Starting to read things about very hot days and flies that will drive you insane.

What is the best time for the Simpson?

[MudRunnerTD]

Starting to read things about very hot days and flies that will drive you insane.

What is the best time for the Simpson?

July ;) that's why we are goin ;)

[liveyk7]

Ok.. Just checked out the exploroz link.. Damn.. no way im missing this one.. my first view of the desert maybe this one!!!.. or could be earlier hopefully!.. But im in for sure! Vic Colony group!
Time to start saving up extra more cash for the car and reduce savings for house ;)

[Stropp]

Oh who organised this poll, I am coming didnt vote on the first bit either. Too eager to get the vote in for wa.

[TheLocksmith]

Can't seem to access the poll through motor!

[AB]

Can't seem to access the poll through motor!

Hey mate you can't access polls on any device application.

[TheLocksmith]

Hey mate you can't access polls on any device application.

Yep, went safari.

Well I have voted, another one for the Vics :)

[MudRunnerTD]

Starting to read things about very hot days and flies that will drive you insane.

What is the best time for the Simpson?

I did the Madigan Line (Northern Simpson) in July last year and it got to high 20s during the day and -2 over night a couple of times! Great time of year to travel in Central Australia ;)

[MudRunnerTD]

Bump for the WA boys just coming online now.

Roll up Roll up!

[BigRAWesty]

Yea sorry, I'm being slack.. ill jump on the CP tonight..

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[Coldcomfort]

I'm in the NT convoy of one........ Should make traveling easy..... :)

[UKKiwi]

I've ticked the 'interested in going just got to make it happen' box. Now to organise my ducks into their row!

[Woof]

I've ticked the 'interested in going just got to make it happen' box. Now to organise my ducks into their row!

DUCKS ???????????????..........................are you sure????????..hahahahahahahahahahaha

[BigRAWesty]

DUCKS ???????????????..........................are you sure????????..hahahahahahahahahahaha

Yea its not that wet up there..

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[Avo]

Anyone into RC anything going to the meet up?

[BigRAWesty]

Anyone into RC anything going to the meet up?

I am.. won't be a heli.. well maybe.. but will probably have a small glider we can strap a cam too.. :D

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[MudRunnerTD]

1 Year to go guys.

Roll up Roll up!

The Poll is a little light on, lets get this thing happening.

[BigRAWesty]

Sorry, my bad..
But dam the days are flying by...

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