What has made you Angry Today???????

[Clunk]

You need to eat more chicken and start taking female hormones - that will give you all the future perspectives you require - BOOM!!And don't forget all the cushions you could ever wish for

[Plasnart]

You need to eat more chicken and start taking female hormones - that will give you all the future perspectives you require - BOOM!!


And don't forget all the cushions you could ever wish for

Shopping!!! Yes!!!

(Excuse me while I spew up)

[Hodge]

This toilet paper shortage is giving me the shits.

[10G]

This toilet paper shortage is giving me the shits.

there there, WIPE the tears from your eyes....

Maybe a drink to get over it? BOTTOMS up!

[Hodge]

there there, WIPE the tears from your eyes....

Maybe a drink to get over it? BOTTOMS up!The joke tag was missed on this day. [emoji1751]

[Clunk]

This toilet paper shortage is giving me the shits.I wonder who started it to try and boost sales and lift the economy out of recession.....

This was back in 1973 in the US https://priceonomics.com/the-great-toilet-paper-scare-of-1973/

[PeeBee]

My daughter is working on contract for a government department, and they have 120 people in the building. They arrived at work at 7am to find all the toilet paper, including the part rolls in the cubicles had been stolen, so it became an OHS issue and they were all sent home - wait until we call you to return - true story, I sh*t you not! Who does this stuff???

[0-TJ-0]

My daughter is working on contract for a government department, and they have 120 people in the building. They arrived at work at 7am to find all the toilet paper, including the part rolls in the cubicles had been stolen, so it became an OHS issue and they were all sent home - wait until we call you to return - true story, I sh*t you not! Who does this stuff???

I wanna know what people are doing with the all the toilet paper.. I mean my first thought when carona virus popped up was not to stock up on sht tickets. It affects your lungs not your ass.

[Plasnart]

My daughter is working on contract for a government department, and they have 120 people in the building. They arrived at work at 7am to find all the toilet paper, including the part rolls in the cubicles had been stolen, so it became an OHS issue and they were all sent home - wait until we call you to return - true story, I sh*t you not! Who does this stuff???

Govt dept shut down for that. Get 6 portables in from hire company and get on with the job. Cost of that vs closing the dept for a day? Bloody chief bureaucrat couldn't work it out with a pencil.

Jeez imagine when the tax/rate payer-funded coffee machine breaks down. This will just not do.

[jack]

All your problems solved gents

80577

[Cremulator]

Someone distracted by their phone GPS on the freeway today. Close call for the family and I in the Patrol.
https://youtu.be/1q6G7yhq9cs

[Hodge]

I wanna know what people are doing with the all the toilet paper.. I mean my first thought when carona virus popped up was not to stock up on sht tickets. It affects your lungs not your ass.Idea behind it is that the shit paper acts like a protective barrier , has same properties as a face mask. Another quality idea coming out of wonderful country of China.

[Rossco]

Someone distracted by their phone GPS on the freeway today. Close call for the family and I in the Patrol.
https://youtu.be/1q6G7yhq9csCrickies mate half expecting the billboard to be the distractions lead to disaster one, would have driven home the message lol. .

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[10G]

All your problems solved gents

80577

Hahaha, who the hell put that together.

[10G]

Someone distracted by their phone GPS on the freeway today. Close call for the family and I in the Patrol.
https://youtu.be/1q6G7yhq9cs

So many thing were done wrong there. Bloody phones. Everyone was very lucky.

[Cremulator]

I hit the anchors quite heavily at about the 9sec mark in the video, just as he fishtails towards the car in the left lane. I couldn't have pulled up in any shorter distance, so the gap ahead is what saved me.
This is with an unloaded car, not towing, no spare wheel on the rear, 1/8th fuel in the main tank and 1/4 in the sub tank 2 adults and two kids under 7.
I'll be looking at new rotors and pads, potentially even better calipers in the future too.

[10G]

I hit the anchors quite heavily at about the 9sec mark in the video, just as he fishtails towards the car in the left lane. I couldn't have pulled up in any shorter distance, so the gap ahead is what saved me.
This is with an unloaded car, not towing, no spare wheel on the rear, 1/8th fuel in the main tank and 1/4 in the sub tank 2 adults and two kids under 7.
I'll be looking at new rotors and pads, potentially even better calipers in the future too.

Yep. What was the pedal like? I find when I have to jump on the brakes I just about go to the floor. I developed a habit of pumping the brakes now. I even do it out of habit in the Mazda sometimes.

[jay see]

So many thing were done wrong there. Bloody phones. Everyone was very lucky.Tell me about it got a hit in the rear this morning on the ring road. Guy admit that he was looking at the GPS to find a quicker way to work. A couple of lucky ones, wasn't a big hit, had the touge on so no damage to me (got his details and will have a look underneath tonight) and wasn't driving the Clubsport. Had only parked it up on Tuesday night.

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[Cremulator]

Yep. What was the pedal like? I find when I have to jump on the brakes I just about go to the floor. I developed a habit of pumping the brakes now. I even do it out of habit in the Mazda sometimes.The pedal felt pretty firm and didn't go to the floor but the car just slows. You can see that the front end doesn't dip at all.

[mudnut]

The pedal felt pretty firm and didn't go to the floor but the car just slows. You can see that the front end doesn't dip at all.

Better quality brake hoses are on my 'To Do' list. The original ones expand with pressure.

[jack]

Idea behind it is that the shit paper acts like a protective barrier , has same properties as a face mask. Another quality idea coming out of wonderful country of China.

Here you go

80578

[10G]

hahaha, funny.

[10G]

The pedal felt pretty firm and didn't go to the floor but the car just slows. You can see that the front end doesn't dip at all.

Yep you got to give it written pre-warning to stop.

[10G]

As Australian consumers continue to panic-buy toilet paper in a misguided response to the spread of coronavirus, one semi-trailer full of toilet paper has burst into flames on a major Brisbane bridge.

https://www.sbs.com.au/news/the-feed/truck-full-of-toilet-paper-catches-fire-on-brisbane-bridge-as-coronavirus-inspired-toilet-paper-shortage-continues

[Ben-e-boy]

80579


An accurate pictorial description of recent events I think

[Mickhead]

80580

GRRRRRRR. We pay these farkwits?

[Plasnart]

80580

GRRRRRRR. We pay these farkwits?

Surely this is a stitch up. Nope, cant believe even as disfunctional as they are that they would go this PC. Maybe if the greens were ruling tho.

[jack]

Surely this is a stitch up. Nope, cant believe even as disfunctional as they are that they would go this PC. Maybe if the greens were ruling tho.

Looks like it was actually a joke
https://www.news.com.au/national/politics/canberra-slaps-ban-white-cars-due-to-colonial-past/news-story/7e29b1faacc2e34da85a6fcdf80a42c8

[jack]

Due to my wife’s condition, Specialist has recommended we cancel our trip to Sunshine Coast booked for next week and paid for months ago. No refund on flights or accommodation as it was a ‘special’ deal.
We’ve got Travel Insurance and pandemics are excluded in our policy (and almost every other travel insurance).

Now don’t start me on my superannuation disaster.

[rusty_nail]

Due to my wife’s condition, Specialist has recommended we cancel our trip to Sunshine Coast booked for next week. No refund on flights or accommodation as it was a ‘special’ deal.
We’ve got Travel Insurance and pandemics are excluded in our policy (and almost every other travel insurance).

Now don’t start me on my superannuation disaster.Have you tried flogging them off somewhere? It would only cost the buyer the name change for the ticket? Might be a way you can get even just a smidge back from your flights?

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[jack]

Have you tried flogging them off somewhere? It would only cost the buyer the name change for the ticket? Might be a way you can get even just a smidge back from your flights?

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Nah, checked with family but no takers. Only option they gave me was reschedule the outgoing flights for $110, no reschedule on the accommodation or return flights. Just cut my losses and cancelled, bigger things to worry about at the moment.
I’ll try the travel insurance again next week but already know the answer.

[TPC]

That sucks Jack.
I have flights and accommodation booked for Singapore in August, hoping things will be sorted by then as both non refundable and travel insurance doesn’t cover it.

[Mc4by]

I feel your pain.
Pandemic is an 'Act of God'
What a cop out.
PM says don't travel but airlines say travel or lose...
Insurance says not our problem.
We are victims as well.
Health insurance said if we travel against advice they won't cover us.

[jack]

Good luck Tony, should have settled down by then I hope.

[TPC]

Due to my wife’s condition, Specialist has recommended we cancel our trip to Sunshine Coast booked for next week and paid for months ago. No refund on flights or accommodation as it was a ‘special’ deal.
We’ve got Travel Insurance and pandemics are excluded in our policy (and almost every other travel insurance).

Now don’t start me on my superannuation disaster.
Did you book with credit card?

[Winnie]

Due to my wife’s condition, Specialist has recommended we cancel our trip to Sunshine Coast booked for next week and paid for months ago. No refund on flights or accommodation as it was a ‘special’ deal.
We’ve got Travel Insurance and pandemics are excluded in our policy (and almost every other travel insurance).

Now don’t start me on my superannuation disaster.It's bullshit isn't it. My work mate has lost 30k on a European holiday, paid 2k in insurance and can't even reschedule it!

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[jack]

Did you book with credit card?

Yeap, checking that out tomorrow.

[Hodge]

Quick morning bread run...
Local bakery running on 1/4 capacity. Not enough flour supply...
Walk into coles for some eggs. Scenes come to mind from some recent zombie apocalypse movies.
Cleaning aisle, two chinese families scratching each others faces off over a box of OMO. Not far from there queue to Aldi opening at 8.30 extended out of the shopping complex onto the car park.
Honestly wish I'd stayed home. We're in for some dark times ahead folks.

[mudski]

Quick morning bread run...
Local bakery running on 1/4 capacity. Not enough flour supply...
Walk into coles for some eggs. Scenes come to mind from some recent zombie apocalypse movies.
Cleaning aisle, two chinese families scratching each others faces off over a box of OMO. Not far from there queue to Aldi opening at 8.30 extended out of the shopping complex onto the car park.
Honestly wish I'd stayed home. We're in for some dark times ahead folks.

Meh! They are in for some dark times. Not me. The people who are fighting and arguing. I find it funny and just point and laugh at them. They soon realise how much of a dick they look like and stop.

People need to learn how to adapt in times like this.

[TPC]

Didn't get to see a Grand Prix but still managed to pick up a cold or flu.
Rang doctors and they said they are not seeing people with flu like symptoms and have to visit clinic at hospital.
The clinic apparently are only seeing people who have been overseas or have had contact with Covid 19 infected person.
Email from work saying anybody with cold or flu symptoms need doctors clearance before coming to work.
Guess I am working from home.

[Winnie]

Didn't get to see a Grand Prix but still managed to pick up a cold or flu.
Rang doctors and they said they are not seeing people with flu like symptoms and have to visit clinic at hospital.
The clinic apparently are only seeing people who have been overseas or have had contact with Covid 19 infected person.
Email from work saying anybody with cold or flu symptoms need doctors clearance before coming to work.
Guess I am working from home.Haha what a gee up! On Friday I thought I was going to die from the flu but woke up on Saturday feeling 100% fine.
Maybe it was my allergies playing up, I am allergic to work.

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[TPC]

I am feeling like crap, running a temp and have been a line outside for over an hour to be tested. Just want to go to bed.

[10G]

I am feeling like crap, running a temp and have been a line outside for over an hour to be tested. Just want to go to bed.

That sounds nasty mate, hope you feel better soon.

[TPC]

Waited 3 hours to get a certificate that allows me to see my normal GP

[pearcey]

Waited 3 hours to get a certificate that allows me to see my normal GP

Hey bloke I can drop around with a beer or two, sorry reds are not for me, but then I know a bloke.ROFLMAO

[Hodge]

Waited 3 hours to get a certificate that allows me to see my normal GPHope all is well mate with all things considered.

[TPC]

Hope all is well mate with all things considered.

All good, just a cold to get over.
Getting to sleep in and work from home.

[Hodge]

All good, just a cold to get over.
Getting to sleep in and work from home.Good to hear mate. Stay safe.

[PeeBee]

On hold to virgin airlines, my flights to tsv have been delayed and wont meet the special shuttle from Townsville to the mine, like 12 hrs notice, might be home all weekend now but have a crew of 40 starting on site Friday, frustrating to say the least.

Rebooked Melb, bris, Mt Isa, either 5 hr wait for mine shuttle, book a car, or get someone to drive out and get me. have to wait and see if the shuttle from Mt isa is full or not - going to be a long day.

[TPC]

Waited 3 hours to get a certificate that allows me to see my normal GP

80693

Results finally in.

[Winnie]

80693

Results finally in.Awesome mate, mine too!
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/03/52.jpg

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[PeeBee]

Awesome mate, mine too!
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/03/52.jpg

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Looks like you might have bigger issues than a HD cold by the look of it!!!

[10G]

82 year old mother drove the 70+ km round trip to the local supermarket. shop had been cleaned out. shop full of non locals and car park with 2 busses in it.

that's a real "I don't give a ship about anyone else as long as i get what I want, fingers up to you" ...

[AB]

I’m still here folks, I’m so sorry I haven’t been as active as I should be but as some of you know it’s been a very rough road for a many of years!

Good news is there is light and it’s coming and I’m looking forward to more meets and more active here :)

Not long to go!


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[TPC]

I’m still here folks, I’m so sorry I haven’t been as active as I should be but as some of you know it’s been a very rough road for a many of years!

Good news is there is light and it’s coming and I’m looking forward to more meets and more active here :)

Not long to go!


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Hope things get better for your family Andy.

[Brissieboy]

Despite the 'WATERPROOF' marking, these breakers are definitely NOT waterproof - at best they are splash-proof.
80703
I had mine fail recently. I dismantled it by drilling out the 4 rivets and the inside was badly effected by moisture and the contacts were all gunked up. I cleaned it up and got it working well again - at least until I fit a replacement.
There is a rubber membrane which almost seals the workings but the problem is the shaft of the little lever passes through this membrane, hence the leak as the seal is very poor.
Mine was claimed to be IP67 which is safe up to 1m depth. It was never immersed, just splashed or sprayed a little. Might look at making a little cover for the new one as mine is mounted flat.

[jay see]

Hmm. Good to know.
I have the same one that I was going to replace with the 150 amp one, but thinking about it mine is on the back of the fridge cage. If that was to get wet I would be in serious trouble.



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[mudnut]

Too bad we can't wipe our freckles with chocolate...

[the evil twin]

Too bad we can't wipe our freckles with chocolate...

Clearly you have never had safe word sex with some of the women I have...

[Mickhead]

Haha 80704Chocolate freckle ?

[mudski]

The guy who invented fairy bread actually died last week.

Popular guy apparently. There were hundreds and thousands at the funeral.

Badoom, Tisk!

[Pete49]

Thanks guys for improving my day.:cheers:

[Bob]

The guy who invented fairy bread actually died last week.

Popular guy apparently. There were hundreds and thousands at the funeral.


Contender for Post of the Year

[Plasnart]

Contender for Post of the Year

Can't claim credit for it Bob.

True story, was told that joke by a "Clown Doctor" at Royal Children's Hospital 3 weeks ago during a work contract there. In a kid's ward, he's dressed in big shoes, funny outfit and wig and big red nose. Standing there talking with the ward clerk he and his comedy assistant nurse walked by and told us that joke. I actually cracked up. She rolled her eyes.

Couldn't make this shit up.

That is one bloody amazing hospital for kids.

[Brissieboy]

Hmm. Good to know.
I have the same one that I was going to replace with the 150 amp one
You need to be very careful using such a high current breaker. Even with a run of reasonably heavy cable it may not be possible to draw 150 Amps even into a short circuit. It only needs a total loop resistance of 0.08 Ohms (at 12 Volts) or greater and it will never trip. And your cable must be capable of carrying over 150 Amps (25mm2 or better).
Breakers and fuses need to be kept as low as possible if you expect them to provide any real protection.

[10G]

not angry, but day one of working from home. this is going to be a very very long unexciting time.

[TPC]

I have been in self isolation as I made the mistake of going to Melbourne and getting some virus.
Got tested today so if it comes back neg I might be able to go to work.
Good thing they have closed the borders to keep those infected people from eastern states out of SA

[10G]

I have been in self isolation as I made the mistake of going to Melbourne and getting some virus.
Got tested today so if it comes back neg I might be able to go to work.
Good thing they have closed the borders to keep those infected people from eastern states out of SA

Looks like you're feeling a bit better ;-)

[Touses]

I have been in self isolation as I made the mistake of going to Melbourne and getting some virus.
Got tested today so if it comes back neg I might be able to go to work.
Good thing they have closed the borders to keep those infected people from eastern states out of SA

Quite right mate. We don't want you mob catching a smart bug. The rest of the country would have no one to laugh at. :tease:

[pearcey]

Hey, Tony who the hell did you hang out with. Didn`t do a meet up with a couple of blokes up C Hills way. Just asking.

[TPC]

No, didn't get to see the dodgy brothers.

[Rossco]

Good thing they have closed the borders to keep those infected people from eastern states out of SA

As long as they let the beer across from the Coopers factory I'll be happy. . . Better start sum panic buying [emoji6] . .

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[Hodge]

As long as they let the beer across from the Coopers factory I'll be happy. . . Better start sum panic buying [emoji6] . .

Sent from my SM-G930F using TapatalkAlready getting that way Rossco.
Sunday took me 3 bottle shops to find some green boxed gold ! Found 2 sixies in the end.

[jay see]

Probably not the best idea, but I checked my super. Down 23% in about a month, gone back to my 2017 value. Plus side is I've got 20+ years to make it back. Great.

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[10G]

Yep, we're all in the same boat. I may have to add a few more years to my retirement date.

[PeeBee]

Covid - 19 impacts.

Flight costs have increased by 6K over 6 rosters. Schedule for flights is really restricted. One flight a day out of Townsville to Brisbane. Noticed one of the Melb- Brisbane legs has been scheduled on a monster plane as well, so so much for social distancing!

The site is at level 3 restrictions and everyone is now on an 8/6 roster, or one that matches that - unfortunately this means I am now on a 14/14 roster, but due to the nature of the work, will be working from home in the first week of the home period.

The change in roster completely smashes Licola for me this year; however I guess its probably up in the air anyway - who knows? I am going to see if I can make a change however if this situation drags on, to get to Licola would cost me a months work based on the roster matching - not going to happen unfortunately.

Edit - Virgin have already changed 2 of the flights I booked yesterday, so things are very fluid at the moment it seems. Now its going to take 14 hrs to get home from site instead of 5.

[MudRunnerTD]

Covid - 19 impacts.

Flight costs have increased by 6K over 6 rosters. Schedule for flights is really restricted. One flight a day out of Townsville to Brisbane. Noticed one of the Melb- Brisbane legs has been scheduled on a monster plane as well, so so much for social distancing!

The site is at level 3 restrictions and everyone is now on an 8/6 roster, or one that matches that - unfortunately this means I am now on a 14/14 roster, but due to the nature of the work, will be working from home in the first week of the home period.

The change in roster completely smashes Licola for me this year; however I guess its probably up in the air anyway - who knows? I am going to see if I can make a change however if this situation drags on, to get to Licola would cost me a months work based on the roster matching - not going to happen unfortunately.

Edit - Virgin have already changed 2 of the flights I booked yesterday, so things are very fluid at the moment it seems. Now its going to take 14 hrs to get home from site instead of 5.

Hi mate, stay safe, good luck. I reckon we may be well locked down then still. its pretty wild out there.

[PeeBee]

Its tough up here right now, refrig container for one of my projects just died, 200k of temp sensitive rubber at risk if it gets over 15degC for 3 hrs - been at 15 deg C for 2 and refrig compressor has crapped out. Scrambling to find somewhere to put 12 pallets of material. Guys being forced into shared bathroom accom, some on the same shifts, Covid 19 hygiene standards not being met, guys talking about walking - funny enough, 'to where' as we are in 'nowhere' out here, but its a real problem

[Sprock]

Hi all, been fairly quiet on here for awhile as we’ve had a shithouse six months, Worked away in New South Wales for the winter then came home for the start of the hardwood season and it rained solid for five weeks and we only worked couple of days so I went back to New South Wales for a month then came back at the start of December, worked the first week then the following Monday morning the engine shit itself and had to put a brand new crate motor in , we got it going in 3 days then Vicforest shuts down for 2 weeks over Christmas but I had a private logging job to do so worked right through Christmas, New Years etc to get some money in the bank , then the f@%n fires hit & we were out of the bush for 7 weeks , Went doing other work - interstate etc to fill the time in but only just got paid for it now , started back in the bush at start of February but as Vicforest is 30days from the end of the month we don’t get paid till 1st April so 3 months with pretty much no pay has been less than ideal . Anyway that was a long winded explanation on my hiatus from here for a while I guess ,

I just got told that there is a heap of people camped up at Wonnangatta to escape the virus, however ALLEGEDLY they have been getting robbed at knife point for their supplies , A bloke who is friends with the local Coppers told me that & they have to go up and sort it out, if that is true and correct humanity has reached an all-time low but after seeing the shit fights going on in supermarkets over toilet paper, nothing would surprise me

[mudnut]

Hope the lean times are behind you, mate. So far, down this way, everyone is pretty calm about it all, except that bog rolls in the markets are harder to come by than unicorns.

[PeeBee]

The COVID-19 message has been flogged to death on site, so what does one of my contractors do, he waits 3 days before reporting to the medical clinic saying he is feeling nausous and now he is in isolation in camp, awaiting outcome of tests. Rule 1 if ill stay in room, rule 2, if ill, notify immediately, stay in your room, rule 3 if in a particular 'at risk group - aboriginal, take extra care, refer to 1 and 2 - WTF is wrong with people. Heading back to camp now to wake a guy up on night shift and move him out of his room as these guys share a bathroom. I guess you cant put brains in statues.

[PeeBee]

Covid -19 strikes again. Specialist Rubber Contractors have been ordered to leave the country by the Polish Government on a charter flight in 2 days. The job will have to be 'suspended'. I have to tell 40 guys they don't have a job tomorrow - not going to be a walk in the park by any imagination.

[TPC]

Covid -19 strikes again. Specialist Rubber Contractors have been ordered to leave the country by the Polish Government on a charter flight in 2 days. The job will have to be 'suspended'. I have to tell 40 guys they don't have a job tomorrow - not going to be a walk in the park by any imagination.

That sucks Phil, what mine you work at?

[DX grunt]

Vicroads Gq renewal $790 insane!!!


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AB matfew

My 2005 GU DX ute renewal is $913 - due 01 April. I take it that this figure is not an April Fool's joke.

[DX grunt]

This COVID 19 (Coronavirus) has affected us all in one way or another.

In my case, tomorrow morning I join the Centrelink telephone queue as I'm no longer able to work as a driving school instructor, due to social distancing.

To add to my challenge of being temporarily unemployed, my regular 5 year colonoscopy I had in a bush hospital, requires follow up surgery in a city hospital. I got told surgery will be in 2 weeks time - as at last week, so I'm just waiting on a phone call with a date. It's not a major issue, but it needs sorting sooner rather than later. Like I've said to a lot of people, if it was really urgent, they would have flown me out by Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS).

I can't afford to be angry and have to stay focused and as healthy as I can as I await surgery.

What I am angry about is people not playing by the rules. The longer people rebel against authority by not doing what they're told, the longer this thing will drag out, and the more it will spread.

It doesn't matter if you agree with the rules or not, you must, not should, obey them.

I don't live in or with fear, anxiety, stress or worry. Of course I'm concerned, that's why I'm playing by the rules.

Take care out there and stay safe.

[TPC]

One of my daughters joins the unemployment queue next week, she was working 3 jobs, a swimming centre 2 days a week, a clinical lab with any shifts she could get and at Kmart with any shifts she could get, all have dried up.
She is also studying and has said she will now be able to finish her studying faster, I love her attitude.
What scares her is going into centrelink, she has never been in there before.

[jack]

Unfortunately this has severely affected a lot of my family and their partners. One totally stood down, another on four days a week and that dries up in the very near future. Some of the others are just waiting for the inevitable, tough when they all have mortgages.

We’ve been in total isolation for over two weeks now, only outing has been to the specialist.
Sure am missing the grandkids, FaceTime just isn’t the same as a real hug. We used to babysit one a couple of days a week and loved it, also regularly picked up another one from primary school.
They are struggling to understand this and it’s pissing me off that people don’t get the message. To kill this we need a total isolation and it should have started weeks ago.

The way it’s going we’ll be isolated for six months. We now have groceries delivered and in the process of getting prescriptions delivered as well. Just need to setup Telehealth if possible, anything else we need the kids will drop off. My superannuation is also taking a severe hammering and at my age that’s an issue.

On a positive note, I’m getting all those little jobs done around the house. Just hope the arse doesn’t fall out of the realestate market.

[TPC]

Unfortunately this has severely affected a lot of my family and their partners. One totally stood down, another on four days a week and that dries up in the very near future. Some of the others are just waiting for the inevitable, tough when they all have mortgages.

We’ve been in total isolation for over two weeks now, only outing has been to the specialist.
Sure am missing the grandkids, FaceTime just isn’t the same as a real hug. We used to babysit one a couple of days a week and loved it, also regularly picked up another one from primary school.
They are struggling to understand this and it’s pissing me off that people don’t get the message. To kill this we need a total isolation and it should have started weeks ago.

The way it’s going we’ll be isolated for six months. We now have groceries delivered and in the process of getting prescriptions delivered as well. Just need to setup Telehealth if possible, anything else we need the kids will drop off. My superannuation is also taking a severe hammering and at my age that’s an issue.

On a positive note, I’m getting all those little jobs done around the house. Just hope the arse doesn’t fall out of the realestate market.

I know what it is like missing the grandkids, my oldest son and family went into total isolation early because of his lung issues and we haven't seen grandkids in 2 weeks, already seams like an eternity.
Stay safe everybody.

[PeeBee]

That sucks Phil, what mine you work at?

IncitecPivot Mine - Phosphate Hill - NW QLD

[Hodge]

The longer people rebel against authority by not doing what they're told, the longer this thing will drag out, and the more it will spread.

It doesn't matter if you agree with the rules or not, you must, not should, obey them.



This is whats going to be the downfall of all of us. Stubborn humanity!
My job takes me all over the place daily, and i get to see lots. And even today, I am seeing a lot of "business as usual" scenes, everywhere. Playgrounds are full. I have driven past 3, yes , 3!!! Which were packed with families, kids.Right next to my house, there was 15-20 blokes having a casual cricket match on the oval. My own court where i live, large family gatherings for birthdays, etc have been happening. Saturday got a call out to a house, where they had a jumping castle being prepared for a large kids party...


And here I am, stressing about stopping at shops after work to take bread and milk back home to the family, without catching this chinese c*** of a thing. Makes me mad!

[10G]

This is whats going to be the downfall of all of us. Stubborn humanity!
My job takes me all over the place daily, and i get to see lots. And even today, I am seeing a lot of "business as usual" scenes, everywhere. Playgrounds are full. I have driven past 3, yes , 3!!! Which were packed with families, kids.Right next to my house, there was 15-20 blokes having a casual cricket match on the oval. My own court where i live, large family gatherings for birthdays, etc have been happening. Saturday got a call out to a house, where they had a jumping castle being prepared for a large kids party...


And here I am, stressing about stopping at shops after work to take bread and milk back home to the family, without catching this chinese c*** of a thing. Makes me mad!

Do 'em in, ring the cops. The cops will go. Easiest way to get them is ring 000 and ask for Police.

[mudski]

Trying to get the last pin out of the oem hub. Been soaking for over a week, tried everything in my arsenal and it won’t bloody budge.
80742

1st world problems hey! Lol.


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[Winnie]

This is whats going to be the downfall of all of us. Stubborn humanity!
My job takes me all over the place daily, and i get to see lots. And even today, I am seeing a lot of "business as usual" scenes, everywhere. Playgrounds are full. I have driven past 3, yes , 3!!! Which were packed with families, kids.Right next to my house, there was 15-20 blokes having a casual cricket match on the oval. My own court where i live, large family gatherings for birthdays, etc have been happening. Saturday got a call out to a house, where they had a jumping castle being prepared for a large kids party...


And here I am, stressing about stopping at shops after work to take bread and milk back home to the family, without catching this chinese c*** of a thing. Makes me mad!Mate if I saw that I would have no problem at all calling the police.

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[mudski]

This is whats going to be the downfall of all of us. Stubborn humanity!
My job takes me all over the place daily, and i get to see lots. And even today, I am seeing a lot of "business as usual" scenes, everywhere. Playgrounds are full. I have driven past 3, yes , 3!!! Which were packed with families, kids.Right next to my house, there was 15-20 blokes having a casual cricket match on the oval. My own court where i live, large family gatherings for birthdays, etc have been happening. Saturday got a call out to a house, where they had a jumping castle being prepared for a large kids party...


And here I am, stressing about stopping at shops after work to take bread and milk back home to the family, without catching this chinese c*** of a thing. Makes me mad!

You can't change stupid. I see it pretty much every day. Massive building site going on next to our work. Maybe 50 plus contractors there. More. A lot of them gathering after work in the carpark having a beer together.

[Winnie]

You can't change stupid. I see it pretty much every day. Massive building site going on next to our work. Maybe 50 plus contractors there. More. A lot of them gathering after work in the carpark having a beer together.That is definitely less stupid though. Those guys can all work together in close proximity to each other all day but as soon as knock off hits it's all of a sudden illegal?
I work in a small office with 3 others and we have accepted that if one of us were to get the virus then it's a sure thing that we would all end up with it.

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[mudski]

That is definitely less stupid though. Those guys can all work together in close proximity to each other all day but as soon as knock off hits it's all of a sudden illegal?
I work in a small office with 3 others and we have accepted that if one of us were to get the virus then it's a sure thing that we would all end up with it.

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Yeah I see your point, but still, its something they need to exercise.

[Sprock]

Greenies make me angry . They have shut down half our industry - this was pre virus - by getting court injunctions & stopping work on logging coupes . I’ve got a few mates with millions of dollars worth of equipment that havnt worked for nearly a month in the peak logging season through whimsical & fictitious stories being told by the green movement . They’re carrying on that “ it’s ludicrous to be logging the small percentage of bush we have left after the fires” etc etc - there’s 17million hectares of bush - public & privately owned - in Victoria & 1.5million was burned in the fires , yes that’s a lot that got burned but totally the opposite of what they’re saying . ARRGGGHHHHH !

[mudski]

Greenies make me angry . They have shut down half our industry - this was pre virus - by getting court injunctions & stopping work on logging coupes . I’ve got a few mates with millions of dollars worth of equipment that havnt worked for nearly a month in the peak logging season through whimsical & fictitious stories being told by the green movement . They’re carrying on that “ it’s ludicrous to be logging the small percentage of bush we have left after the fires” etc etc - there’s 17million hectares of bush - public & privately owned - in Victoria & 1.5million was burned in the fires , yes that’s a lot that got burned but totally the opposite of what they’re saying . ARRGGGHHHHH !

Shit isn't it. But I do have a feeling that the Andrew Govt will be out on their arse. I kinda think the majority of Victorians would rather eat their own shit than vote for this fukwit again.

[Sprock]

Yeah I hope so but then again I thought he would’ve lost the last 1 & he romped it in so who knows

[mudski]

After the fires we've had, I very much doubt he'll be staying for another round. But yeah. Who knows.

[PeeBee]

Finally got from the mine to townsville, huge day, thought I should check Virgin bookings tomorrow, then found all flights cancelled. Been on hold for 2 hrs just trying to speak to Kevin in Bombay. God, this is an interesting ride. Hope I get a flight outta here tomorrow.

[the evil twin]

Finally got from the mine to townsville, huge day, thought I should check Virgin bookings tomorrow, then found all flights cancelled. Been on hold for 2 hrs just trying to speak to Kevin in Bombay. God, this is an interesting ride. Hope I get a flight outta here tomorrow.

Virgin have hit the the transfer limit on their account into the Caymans... if they fly tomorrow it means they will have to start paying Tax in Australia which they have managed to avoid up until now.

Either that or they have kicked the Koala outa the cot and won't fly till we give em 1.4 billion to fund their Exec bonuses this year

Oh, almost forgot Kevin says "namaste" and wants to know if they open a Call Centre in Oz can he get a 457

[PeeBee]

Thanks ET, always good to get the good oil on what is going on!!! Got onto Kevin finally at midnight, only because I was on the priority hotline for Platinum members - heaven help the casual traveller. Anyway, my booking was completely scrambled, legs missing, and half of the original booking and half changed by virgin, so the robot spat it out it seems. All sorted now, so home by midnight tonight I hope

[Sprock]

Until the last few years we used to be all spread out logging all over the place - now thanks to the greens & their injunctions locking up bush everywhere they’ve very cleverly left small areas alone so where do you rekn we’re working now ? All in the same areas - snobs creek at Rubicon & up at Matlock - so now everyone is virtually logging next door to each other there’s vast areas in 1 spot being hit hard which isn’t a good look & is playing right into their hands - their aerial pics from drones show it & it looks ordinary- & make no mistake we don’t like it either . Their mis information & manipulation of what people see makes me angry . VERY

[MB]

Reminds of an expensive experience our GM (Ex-Gunnersens) once told from years gone by.
A certain few Victorian coupes were apparently/completely LeadBeater’s Possum devastated and required corporate intervention to continue.
1 to 2 million dollars was invested if I recall correctly via State-Zoo breeding programs for new littlens/biggens to be released into the wild.
Unfortunately and sadly almost every single breeding program LBP ended up dead :-(
Turns out apparently that the LBP naturally is one of the most illusive/aggressive Aussie’s and bashes the living crap out of newcomers invading their territory [emoji106][emoji106]




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[TPC]

Staying in Renmark for work tonight, have the choice of Domino's, KFC or McDonald's for dinner as everyone else is closed for Covid 19 or because it is a Monday. Not happy.

[Plasnart]

Staying in Renmark for work tonight, have the choice of Domino's, KFC or McDonald's for dinner as everyone else is closed for Covid 19 or because it is a Monday. Not happy.

Caesar salad packet from the supermarket and kfc chopped up tenders through it mate. Winner!

[10G]

Timing for this is incredible, what the chances of this?

Legit email....

80824

[mudnut]

Had to bury our dog, Max, today. Some of you may remember him from my first meet up at Andy's place.

[Yeti's Beast]

Had to bury our dog, Max, today. Some of you may remember him from my first meet up at Andy's place.

[emoji22] rip Max


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[Plasnart]

Had to bury our dog, Max, today. Some of you may remember him from my first meet up at Andy's place.

Sorry to hear that muddy. Rip Maxy.

[Rossco]

Bugger mate heartbreaking RIP Max. .

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[mudnut]

Thanks, Blokes. He was the best watchdog ever, but once he had announced their arrival, he would lick them to death.

[matfew]

Sorry to hear about your dog mate.
I've lost 2 in the last few years and the buggers find a way into your heart no matter how much of a shit they are haha.

My current dog is a great girl. She barks at anything going past but happily greets anyone that drives in. Not even 1 bark. Wish she would bark a few times. But she is a blue heeler and no one trust's her which is great as she is a very quiet dog not a nasty bone in her

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[TPC]

Sorry to hear that mate, really hurts to lose a family member.

[Avo]

Sorry to hear this mate,animals are so special in our life,

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[jay see]

Instead of being all excited and loaded up in readiness for a week long trip leaving tomorrow morning from Corryong to Dargo which was possibly going to include Billy Goat Bluff and Blue Rag Range track. I'm just about ready to go to bed and go to work tomorrow.[emoji24]

Only plus to come out of this is we're planning a 2 week trip next year, which may include border track as well.

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[jay see]

Chicken Twisties...

There's no more fat ones. The whole party bag is made up of crumbs [emoji34]

This probably should've gone in the drunken thread. A few shots of tequila and a few gins went down really good tonight.[emoji2957]
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[jay see]

I shit you not .

2 minutes after posting the last one, I went to move the cat off the couch and tripped over an almost full glass of gin with tonic. Well that means one more for tonight [emoji16].

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[Hodge]

Instead of being all excited and loaded up in readiness for a week long trip leaving tomorrow morning from Corryong to Dargo which was possibly going to include Billy Goat Bluff and Blue Rag Range track. I'm just about ready to go to bed and go to work tomorrow.[emoji24]

Only plus to come out of this is we're planning a 2 week trip next year, which may include border track as well.

Sent from my CPH1979 using TapatalkYou would not have gone to blue rag. It's been closed for months and will be closed for the remainder of the year.

[MB]

Not so much angry, just couldn’t find the disappointed thread :-)
A bad time to be spending money for us all these days but safety first found needing to shell out over a grand today :-(
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/04/81.jpg
A perfectly performing old school dual 50mm solid axle drum braked work trailer reconfiguration underway is adding up to just over the magic 2,000kg loaded mark.
Having kindly learnt on other threads here that elecy break away systems are legally required for above 2,000kg are somewhat happy though to have found the AL-KO air over hydraulic plug and play system and really hoping we’ve got it right now [emoji1696][emoji1696][emoji3097][emoji3097]





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[matfew]

Not so much angry, just couldn’t find the disappointed thread :-)
A bad time to be spending money for us all these days but safety first found needing to shell out over a grand today :-(
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/04/81.jpg
A perfectly performing old school dual 50mm solid axle drum braked work trailer reconfiguration underway is adding up to just over the magic 2,000kg loaded mark.
Having kindly learnt on other threads here that elecy break away systems are legally required for above 2,000kg are somewhat happy though to have found the AL-KO air over hydraulic plug and play system and really hoping we’ve got it right now [emoji1696][emoji1696][emoji3097][emoji3097]





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Nice I like the look of that. Great option for otherwise more expensive option. What trailer that going on? Whats compliance plate say or is it as easy as getting that changed when you have breakaway?

[MB]

Looking to get it changed at VR mate if they’ll let us in soon.


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[10G]

Looked at the deaths per 100,000 population figures last night, Belgium isn't doing too well.

Belgium - 62 deaths per 100,000, USA - 16.x, AUS - 0.3.x

Source was John Hopkins Uni in USA.

[Plasnart]

Hiccups. Pooftas.

Still hiccups. 2 hours straight. Mrs cracking it. So am I. Any suggestions. Over it.

[Winnie]

Still hiccups. 2 hours straight. Mrs cracking it. So am I. Any suggestions. Over it.Keep yourself busy. You just need to get your mind off it, do an activity that takes a lot of concentration.
I used to get the hiccups for up to 3 days straight, non stop. By hour 12 it really starts to effing hurt! After 3 days your chest hurts for the rest of the week.

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[mudnut]

..... Boo !!!....

[mudnut]

A good scare right on the hiccup, sometimes works for Mrs mudsane.

[10G]

completely exhale then hold your breathe.

[Brissieboy]

I was once in a bar and a bloke walked in and asked for a shot of some sweet syrup flavouring. When the barman asked why the odd request, he said that a sweet shot would cure his hiccups - he swore by it. Try something real sweet next time and let us all know if it really works.

[mudski]

Getting a parking fine of $165 at work because I parked in a loading zone... With my trailer so I can load it up. CARNTS!!!!

[TPC]

China has made me very angry, we lost a massive amount of exports today for being the first country asking for an enquire into how covid 19 started. Every country in the world agrees but we were the only country brave enough to say. We should not buy anything made in China at all, may mean we have to buy dearer products and not be able to afford everything we want but we can still afford everything we need.
DON'T BUY CHINESE!

[mudski]

China has made me very angry, we lost a massive amount of exports today for being the first country asking for an enquire into how covid 19 started. Every country in the world agrees but we were the only country brave enough to say. We should not buy anything made in China at all, may mean we have to buy dearer products and not be able to afford everything we want but we can still afford everything we need.
DON'T BUY CHINESE!

While I agree with you wholeheartedly. Thats an impossible task. My family is very mixed race, Italian, German, Hungarian, Indian and Chinese, and even my Chinese part of the family are embarrassed by whats happening. But to say NOT to buy Chinese, you will be running around naked for a start. There is far too many consumables that is only made in China.
What I do, particularly when food shopping is try to buy Aussie where I can. Im happy to pay a little extra for local product. I saw some ham that said it was made from 25% Australian products. How is sliced ham 25% Australian. The water pumped into it is?

[rusty_nail]

While I agree with you wholeheartedly. Thats an impossible task. My family is very mixed race, Italian, German, Hungarian, Indian and Chinese, and even my Chinese part of the family are embarrassed by whats happening. But to say NOT to buy Chinese, you will be running around naked for a start. There is far too many consumables that is only made in China.
What I do, particularly when food shopping is try to buy Aussie where I can. Im happy to pay a little extra for local product. I saw some ham that said it was made from 25% Australian products. How is sliced ham 25% Australian. The water pumped into it is?I think of you look at alot of pork products you will find they come mainly from Europe? At least the fresh stuff was last time I looked. I do agree, I try support Australian products where possible, it's one of the last consumable industry's we have that gives the rest of the world a run for their money!

Edit: I was wondering where your stature came from, all makes sense! Little chinaman mudski!

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[mudnut]

Whilst not wanting to appear as not up with the Jones, I would think that if you purchase any person, let alone Chinese, Interpol will come a knockin'.

[mudski]

I think of you look at alot of pork products you will find they come mainly from Europe? At least the fresh stuff was last time I looked. I do agree, I try support Australian products where possible, it's one of the last consumable industry's we have that gives the rest of the world a run for their money!

Edit: I was wondering where your stature came from, all makes sense! Little chinaman mudski!

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Haha! cunny funt! The latter two are by marriage.

[10G]

Whilst not wanting to appear as not up with the Jones, I would think that if you purchase any person, let alone Chinese, Interpol will come a knockin'.

haha.

The hardest thing about having chinese for dinner is fitting them in the microwave.

[10G]

China has made me very angry, we lost a massive amount of exports today for being the first country asking for an enquire into how covid 19 started. Every country in the world agrees but we were the only country brave enough to say. We should not buy anything made in China at all, may mean we have to buy dearer products and not be able to afford everything we want but we can still afford everything we need.
DON'T BUY CHINESE!

I understand your p!ssed offness.

The problem is created by the world. Everyone wants as much as they can get for as little as they have to pay. China woke up and said we can make anything for $0.05c so the world said 'that's cheaper than we can make it, we'll make more money if we get you to make it, can you make it for us please?' China said 'Yes'.

China makes more, china gets bigger, china gets richer, china represses it's people, china stays in control.

It's the world chasing greed and money that is the real villain, the world has made china the power it is now. It's ashame the world was more interested in making money than it was in watching and realising the juggernaut it was creating.

[TPC]

The problem we have now is China have stopped importing Australian barley and beef which has halved our exports.
As a result of this we have a massive trade imbalance with China, if this keeps going China will own a large portion of Australia.

I am not racist at all, have no problem with Chinese people, my granddaughters are part Chinese.
I just have a problem with the way the Chinese government is punishing Australia and trying to bully us into backing down on our request into investigating how Covid 19 started.

[mudski]

...

It's the world chasing greed and money that is the real villain, the world has made china the power it is now. It's ashame the world was more interested in making money than it was in watching and realising the juggernaut it was creating.

Absolutely spot on!

[mudski]

The problem we have now is China have stopped importing Australian barley and beef which has halved our exports.
As a result of this we have a massive trade imbalance with China, if this keeps going China will own a large portion of Australia.

I am not racist at all, have no problem with Chinese people, my granddaughters are part Chinese.
I just have a problem with the way the Chinese government is punishing Australia and trying to bully us into backing down on our request into investigating how Covid 19 started.

Agreed. The Australian grubbernment must not back down on this, which unfortunately they most likely will.

[mudnut]

Does anyone know how much it usually costs for a Craptiva timing chain to be replaced? One daughter was quoted $3150.

[mudski]

Does anyone know how much it usually costs for a Craptiva timing chain to be replaced? One daughter was quoted $3150.

Jesus! That's more than what they are worth!

[10G]

Does anyone know how much it usually costs for a Craptiva timing chain to be replaced? One daughter was quoted $3150.

Was that in melbun? My daughter was quoted for new brakes and rotors and $75 for windscreen blades. She came home for Covid. Me drives the car down to the local, wiper blades swapped on the spot for $15. Brakes looked at and tested and told all OK.

Some of those mongrels prey on females.

[Mickhead]

Does anyone know how much it usually costs for a Craptiva timing chain to be replaced? One daughter was quoted $3150.

Alloytec V6? If so, is it throwing up a code suggesting the timing chains are stretched? Will indeed cost a lot if you answered yes to both questions!
Burn it :)

[mudnut]

She's test driving a Santa Fe as I type this. I told her not to make any decisions today. The bastards were asking for $500 dollars to "hold the car" for her. I wish I could be there to tell 'em to "NAFF OFF!"

They can't sell secondhand cars ATM let alone new ones.

[mudnut]

She's test driving a Santa Fe as I type this. I told her not to make any decisions today. The bastards were asking for $500 dollars to "hold the car" for her. I wish I could be there to tell 'em to "NAFF OFF!"

They can't sell secondhand cars ATM let alone new ones.

She's thumbed her nose at the first Santa Fe and w**ker dealers, and traded in the Craptiva for another older Santa Fe at different mob. Hope she gets a good run out of it. I haven't heard much bad stuff about those Sant Fe s.

[rusty_nail]

She's thumbed her nose at the first Santa Fe and w**ker dealers, and traded in the Craptiva for another older Santa Fe at different mob. Hope she gets a good run out of it. I haven't heard much bad stuff about those Sant Fe s.Ask MudRunnerTD about his Santa Fe experience mate.

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[MudRunnerTD]

She's thumbed her nose at the first Santa Fe and w**ker dealers, and traded in the Craptiva for another older Santa Fe at different mob. Hope she gets a good run out of it. I haven't heard much bad stuff about those Sant Fe s.

What year did she buy mate? Does it still have any warranty left?

[mudnut]

What year did she buy mate? Does it still have any warranty left?

Somewhere in 2011 -13 Petrol. Try asking a technical question to one that buys cars 'cause there are enough seats and it looks shiney.

[MudRunnerTD]

Somewhere in 2011 -13 Petrol. Try asking a technical question to one that buys cars 'cause there are enough seats and it looks shiney.

It is the series model before mine. Can't comment on the petrol. While she still has statutory warranty ask her to have it out on a hoist and CONFIRM the All Wheel Drive system is functional. I have blown the 4wd Coupler 3 times.... expensive fix. If it is blown the car may well run perfectly as a Front wheel drive without you knowing anything is wrong until you need AWD on a wet road.

[10G]

My daughter bought a Cruze before we knew how crappy they were. Transmission was buggered. Car had an extended warranty on it with 3 months left, we got the trans replaced under warranty. Bloody lucky.

That thing's up for a timing belt now, don't know what that's going to cost???

[mudnut]

Is it equipped with a belt or a chain? If the Holden Cruze is the same as a Chevy Cruze, it isn't a major job. There are Gates timing belt kits available. I think some have a water pump included. A good mechanic should be able to do it without breaking your bank.

[mudnut]

It is the series model before mine. Can't comment on the petrol. While she still has statutory warranty ask her to have it out on a hoist and CONFIRM the All Wheel Drive system is functional. I have blown the 4wd Coupler 3 times.... expensive fix. If it is blown the car may well run perfectly as a Front wheel drive without you knowing anything is wrong until you need AWD on a wet road.

All good, its a 2WD.

[10G]

Is it equipped with a belt or a chain? If the Holden Cruze is the same as a Chevy Cruze, it isn't a major job. There are Gates timing belt kits available. I think some have a water pump included. A good mechanic should be able to do it without breaking your bank.

I don't know if it's a chain or belt???? I think they're the same as the Chev. I need to look into it further. Sounds like it may not be much of a problem hopefully.

[jay see]

Tapa. Last night it kept shutting down and then I didn't have this forum and couldn't found it. Then this afternoon it was all back to normal. Weird..

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[Plasnart]

Indian, late delivery, then delivery driver pissing off up the footpath, good indian feed, phone call from mr. Indian saying you no pay, pay over phone. I say send mr delivery man back. Mr delivery man comes back. Why did you fuk off? I was busy. Didn't know I had to collect money. Paid the spastic.good food from this retarded restaurant. Customer service even in-house is pathetic.

[PeeBee]

Indian, late delivery, then delivery driver pissing off up the footpath, good indian feed, phone call from mr. Indian saying you no pay, pay over phone. I say send mr delivery man back. Mr delivery man comes back. Why did you fuk off? I was busy. Didn't know I had to collect money. Paid the spastic.good food from this retarded restaurant. Customer service even in-house is pathetic.

Plassy, your interpretation and description is fantastic and even comes with an accent, bloody beautiful. Thanks

[Plasnart]

Plassy, your interpretation and description is fantastic and even comes with an accent, bloody beautiful. Thanks

My typing accent becomes more pronounced the more pissed I get. Had a couple yesty. :D

[Rossco]

Corona virus restrictions easing, one extra day long weekend weekend and everyone goes nuts! Every man and his dog out there, short loop from home to Knox and back via work took half a day . . Melba Hwy closed for some reason, crash on KG rd and closed (hopefully everyone OK) and traffic everywhere, damn long weekend madness. . .

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[Plasnart]

Corona virus restrictions easing, one extra day long weekend weekend and everyone goes nuts! Every man and his dog out there, short loop from home to Knox and back via work took half a day . . Melba Hwy closed for some reason, crash on KG rd and closed (hopefully everyone OK) and traffic everywhere, damn long weekend madness. . .

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Truck rollover at Yering I heard mate. Yep happy to be safely ensconsed at home for the long weekend. Used to go nuts like everyone else but now i stay home most long weekends. Just not worth the hassle.

[matfew]

Yeah seen the same. Outbound Calder BP was crazy backed up about 2 cars on every pump at 6 tonight. Crazy

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[Winnie]

Moe was hectic too, went to the supermarket and KFC and maccas were lining up 100m out on the road.

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[Plasnart]

Moe was hectic too, went to the supermarket and KFC and maccas were lining up 100m out on the road.

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Madness! The day I line up 100m out in a maccas lineup must be armageddon only!

[TPC]

Bought a new gas heater fofrcamping today, worked great and was so warm.
I fell asleep in the annex and couple of hours later wife wakes up to burning smell, comes out to find flames high from heater. The hose had melted and gas was burning from hose. At least I was warm.81195

[Plasnart]

Bought a new gas heater fofrcamping today, worked great and was so warm.
I fell asleep in the annex and couple of hours later wife wakes up to burning smell, comes out to find flames high from heater. The hose had melted and gas was burning from hose. At least I was warm.81195

Holy shit glad you're ok mate! Let us know what happened when you've had time to check it out.

[Rossco]

Crickies mate, very lucky. . Yep glad everyone ok. .

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[TPC]

Looks like the side of the heater got hot enough to melt the hose, very much a design flaw. Brand is Companion which is usually reliable. Disappointed as this is exactly what I wanted but not sure I could ever trust it.
Wife said the flames were 4 foot high, wish she got a photo.

[Plasnart]

Looks like the side of the heater got hot enough to melt the hose, very much a design flaw. Brand is Companion which is usually reliable. Disappointed as this is exactly what I wanted but not sure I could ever trust it.
Wife said the flames were 4 foot high, wish she got a photo.

Holy moly scary stuff. That thing should be taken off the market until it's fully investigated.

[mudnut]

Looks like the side of the heater got hot enough to melt the hose, very much a design flaw. Brand is Companion which is usually reliable. Disappointed as this is exactly what I wanted but not sure I could ever trust it.
Wife said the flames were 4 foot high, wish she got a photo.

Bloody hell! Glad you're still with us, Tony. I hope they'll have to recall them after that sought of failure.

[TPC]

I sent a report and photos to Snowys today and spoke to them. Will call in there on Monday as followup. If they dont take it off the market I will report it to product safe Australia.

[Cuppa]

Bought a new gas heater for camping today, worked great and was so warm.
I fell asleep in the annex and couple of hours later wife wakes up to burning smell, comes out to find flames high from heater. The hose had melted and gas was burning from hose. At least I was warm.

Strewth! Lucky you woke up! I guess being in the annexe you had plenty of air flow? Folk have failed to wake up using gas heaters inside vans & tents, let alone the risk of being well toasted.!

[PeeBee]

I have an old chescold 3 way and it leaked gas out of the hose connection and that caught fire off the pilot light. The fridge was outside the door of the tent and by luck the jetstream headed away from the tent. Turned out to be worn threads on the hose , unit was sent back and repaired under warranty, but have never used it again on gas, just don't trust it.

[TPC]

I was so lucky the stream went up, any other direction and something would have caught fire. I slept through it, was luck wife woke up needing to go to toilet.

[10G]

I was so lucky the stream went up, any other direction and something would have caught fire. I slept through it, was luck wife woke up needing to go to toilet.

Bloody hell mate, time to buy a lotto ticket.

There was that time in Killarney when those 2 young girls died in an annexe or tent from a gas heater.

[10G]

Not angry, but what the hell are these things for??

People keep sending them to me.

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[Yeti's Beast]

Not angry, but what the hell are these things for??

People keep sending them to me.

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Bottle opener


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[10G]

Oh of course, ah and that flat bit would be for lifting up 'ring pulls'.

[PeeBee]

I received a wiring diagram today that made no sense and actually would not work. I sketched out what i thought was the solution, and bingo, all good. i then rang the supplier and tried to explain to him that his supplied diagram required modification but he wasn't interested. I then asked if he has his circuit installed, and he replied he has tested '1000's' of these devices using his test bed and not a problem, so I asked if he could have a quick look at the wiring for the relay and confirm it is as per the supplied drawing. He got all pissy but went away and returned about 5 minutes later to tell me the test unit was wired differently to the drawing. i explained how it should be wired and funny enough, thats just how it IS wired. To that he started off on a rant about 'the chinese and the local sparky who wired it and updated the drawing - and funny enough, not even a thank you for sorting it out and letting me know - maybe he was having a bad day, but a bit of gratitude would not go astray - his voiced trailed off as he was wingeing about having to change his documentation etc - UNBELIEVE IT! It was a neg earth switching circuit, so a little different but not greatly.

[Cuppa]

Not angry, but what the hell are these things for??

People keep sending them to me.



Send one to me if you have a spare you don't need. I'll pay the postage. Tried to buy a bottle opener in Mareeba a couple of weeks ago. Amazingly none of the bottle shops had one & ended up buying a thingo from Coles ,cos it was the only one I could find. Takes 2 or 3 attempts on every bottle & I hate it. I've got one like yours at home which Harrops gave me when I got the e-locker fitted, but it's not much good to me down there.

[10G]

Send one to me if you have a spare you don't need. I'll pay the postage. Tried to buy a bottle opener in Mareeba a couple of weeks ago. Amazingly none of the bottle shops had one & ended up buying a thingo from Coles ,cos it was the only one I could find. Takes 2 or 3 attempts on every bottle & I hate it. I've got one like yours at home which Harrops gave me when I got the e-locker fitted, but it's not much good to me down there.

Will do Cuppa. I'll try to find a spare. I've been throwing 'em out coz I didn't know what they were haha.

[10G]

Classic Microsoft

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[mudski]

My over powering fear of heights! This is as far as I got with the cherry picker today.
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You can kinda see how far up o got as I had to cut into the ivy and work my way up. That’s about 12 metres up and I just couldn’t concentrate up there. I felt real uneasy.
I did manage to get the ivy covered tree next to it down though. But this one I have to extent the boom out further and higher and yeah nup! I had to stop.
Plus there was a possum up there staring at me the entire time.
I’ll have another crack tomorrow as I need to get this tree down and it can’t just be dropped because there is a house right next to it and it’s leaning toward it.


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[10G]

My damn memory failed to remind me that I'm young no longer.

Spent all Sunday trying to re-enter the human race after Saturday night seeming to be like a good time drink beer and listen to music after helping my son & girlfriend move into their new rental.

I'd forgotten how sick you can make yourself feel.

[Mickhead]

My over powering fear of heights! This is as far as I got with the cherry picker today.
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You can kinda see how far up o got as I had to cut into the ivy and work my way up. That’s about 12 metres up and I just couldn’t concentrate up there. I felt real uneasy.
I did manage to get the ivy covered tree next to it down though. But this one I have to extent the boom out further and higher and yeah nup! I had to stop.
Plus there was a possum up there staring at me the entire time.
I’ll have another crack tomorrow as I need to get this tree down and it can’t just be dropped because there is a house right next to it and it’s leaning toward it.


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Those cherry pickers are nasty things, especially those older highly used rental ones. With the wrong control inputs you can almost invert that tiny platform you are standing in, and the control cables often break when you are all the way up, leaving you stuck 15 metres in the air. :) :) :)

[NissanGQ4.2]

Those cherry pickers are nasty things, especially those older highly used rental ones. With the wrong control inputs you can almost invert that tiny platform you are standing in, and the control cables often break when you are all the way up, leaving you stuck 15 metres in the air. :) :) :)

That just boosted Mudski's confidence going back up there *L*

[mudski]

That just boosted Mudski's confidence going back up there *L*

Yeah nah I’m done with those things. For good.


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[TPC]

My damn memory failed to remind me that I'm young no longer.

Spent all Sunday trying to re-enter the human race after Saturday night seeming to be like a good time drink beer and listen to music after helping my son & girlfriend move into their new rental.

I'd forgotten how sick you can make yourself feel.

Sounds like you are just out of practice.
I keep myself in condition by drinking copious amounts of alcohol every weekend, never get hangovers.

[Sprock]

I’m with this bloke 👆🏻

[10G]

Sounds like you are just out of practice.
I keep myself in condition by drinking copious amounts of alcohol every weekend, never get hangovers.

Yeah maybe? The body no longer tolerates it like it used to. Gunna give it a rest for a while I reckon, see how far I get.

[Plasnart]

Just realised how dumb we're supposed to be. Sitting here watching Bathurst replays and Super Cheap Auto is the major sponsor. The Super Cheap Auto Bathurst 1000! And they sell the cheapest auto accessories?? Fk me how much markup is going on here? We're getting torn new ones every time we set foot in an auto store.

[10G]

not angry, just concerned. son's gone for his 2nd COVID test, he's a bit crooker than last time, hope he's still OK.
wife went in for her first, the other day, but we're not too worried, she's much better than when she had the test done.

[10G]

again, not angry, but is just me or is everyone noticing that things online are pretty bloody quiet.

[NissanGQ4.2]

Not just today, the last month or so.... Dealing with 2 overseas call centers, I'm not racist but fark they are a bunch of morons and seem 2 manage 2 balls everything up very easily. No wonder Australia is turning 2 the shit house.

[rusty_nail]

again, not angry, but is just me or is everyone noticing that things online are pretty bloody quiet.

yes mate i have noticed a few regulars have dropped off lately, i usually lurk in the background but unfortunately the spam outweighs the good at the moment.

[MB]

Settle Pettle’s, Statistically Untrue :-)

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[rusty_nail]

Not saying the good ones aren't still here though MB they are still here and so are you mate [emoji1787][emoji1787][emoji1787]

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[MB]

Lurking & Smurking ‘Me Too’ Always :-)


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[MudRunnerTD]

yes mate i have noticed a few regulars have dropped off lately, i usually lurk in the background but unfortunately the spam outweighs the good at the moment.

I reckon we keep a pretty tight rein in it mate, the occasional one get a through for a short time like that sneaky one on your profile, we can't see that unless you point it out. It is invisible. Trust me though you only see 5% of what I see in spam. I have killed no less than 10 TODAY. I cull at least 2 or 3 every time I log on. First task is kill spam then look at forum. A lot can't be seen on Tappa either, I only use full site and cull heaps mate. Just report it and move on, I'll sweep it up.no probs. Nature of the beast unfortunately. Spiders everywhere. Most of it is just Bots.

Sometimes there are 20!!!! In one go!

[Maxhead]

again, not angry, but is just me or is everyone noticing that things online are pretty bloody quiet.

Social media distancing. It’s a Vic thing[emoji12]


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[rusty_nail]

I reckon we keep a pretty tight rein in it mate, the occasional one get a through for a short time like that sneaky one on your profile, we can't see that unless you point it out. It is invisible. Trust me though you only see 5% of what I see in spam. I have killed no less than 10 TODAY. I cull at least 2 or 3 every time I log on. First task is kill spam then look at forum. A lot can't be seen on Tappa either, I only use full site and cull heaps mate. Just report it and move on, I'll sweep it up.no probs. Nature of the beast unfortunately. Spiders everywhere. Most of it is just Bots.

Sometimes there are 20!!!! In one go!Not criticizing mate, just do your job better ok? =P

All the mods do a fantastic job to keep this place running.

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[mudski]

Took my trailer to work to load up stuff for a customer. There is massive council works going on opposite us and they have tradies filling the streets with their cars. So I park in the loading zone, to load up the trailer. Behind two tradies utes also parked in the loading zone. I cop a $165 fine. I write them a letter explaining the situation, "their" works are causing this in the end. My letter is rejected. They also send me the rules and regs on who can an can' park in the zone, one I noticed of who can, is cars with trailers! Go figure! WTF?!

[Rossco]

Not so much angry as these things happen lol but kinda expensive day. . Trying to do some clean up at the side of our yard thought it a great idea to squeeze our little Vermeer skid steer along the bottom of the embankment till poped off a track and ended up hard against the wobbly old fence dammit . . . Associated cranes made light work of it tho. . .

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[MudRunnerTD]

Not so much angry as these things happen lol but kinda expensive day. . Trying to do some clean up at the side of our yard thought it a great idea to squeeze our little Vermeer skid steer along the bottom of the embankment till poped off a track and ended up hard against the wobbly old fence dammit . . . Associated cranes made light work of it tho. . .

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Ya goose.....

[10G]

geez, this bloody covid thing. see what it's done in Vic. Let's see how the USA cope after their 4th of July weekend, bloody hell it could turn out to be a disaster.

[AB]

Packed the GQ ready for camping tomorrow.

Just went for a drive to pick the kids up and experienced the most intense death wobbles I have ever felt damn it!

Borderline pulling over and getting it towed...lol

Tie rod rubbers look shagged I think, my kids thought it was a crazy roller coaster ride on the way home lol

Bloody superior tie rod as well unfortunately!


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[PeeBee]

Packed the GQ ready for camping tomorrow.

Just went for a drive to pick the kids up and experienced the most intense death wobbles I have ever felt damn it!

Borderline pulling over and getting it towed...lol

Tie rod rubbers look shagged I think, my kids thought it was a crazy roller coaster ride on the way home lol

Bloody superior tie rod as well unfortunately!


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Did you get these done at the same time as the GU housing upgrade? They have not lasted very long at all.

[AB]

No the tie rod was done probably 6 years ago I think mate.


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[MudRunnerTD]

Did you get these done at the same time as the GU housing upgrade? They have not lasted very long at all.

The rubber won't matter mate, it is only a grease boot. Could be a panard bush. Jack up front axle and see if the tie rod end is knackered. Can just swap an end out. Even pack with grease and it might be ok. That big a shake may well be something broken though.

[rusty_nail]

No the tie rod was done probably 6 years ago I think mate.


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come over and grab what you need off mine bud?

[AB]

The rubber won't matter mate, it is only a grease boot. Could be a panard bush. Jack up front axle and see if the tie rod end is knackered. Can just swap an end out. Even pack with grease and it might be ok. That big a shake may well be something broken though.

Thanks mate yeah it’s pretty loose twisting it but I’ll have a good look at it in the morning.

Was a pretty wild ride home, I can’t see anything noticeable apart from the tie rod but everything else seems ok from a 5 minute inspection.


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[AB]

come over and grab what you need off mine bud?

Thanks Nicco, I’ll be ok this weekend and see what the hell is going on in the morning.


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[mudski]

No the tie rod was done probably 6 years ago I think mate.


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I have the same Superior rod and ends. I’ve already change the boots on mine plus the drag link. I have two brand new boots here mate I keep spare if you need. Bring it over and we’ll have them fitted in 10 minutes.


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[Sprock]

Not really angry although I guess I am at myself - trying to hurry & slipped & fell over ribs 1st on a sharp edge , ended up in hospital with what I thought was broken ribs - couldn’t breathe properly & the PAIN - OMG , after a day in hospital & xrays then ct scan found no visible breaks they concluded I’ve bruised the muscle around the ribs - did I mention the PAIN! anyway I’ve had a week off work , dosed up on endone , Panadol & nurofen + an anti inflammatory gel , last 3 days no endone , slowly getting mobile again but very steady . I’m gettin old & take longer to repair I’ve noticed 😔

[AB]

I have the same Superior rod and ends. I’ve already change the boots on mine plus the drag link. I have two brand new boots here mate I keep spare if you need. Bring it over and we’ll have them fitted in 10 minutes.


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Wow thank you mate, I’ll check it out properly and see what’s going on


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[mudski]

Not really angry although I guess I am at myself - trying to hurry & slipped & fell over ribs 1st on a sharp edge , ended up in hospital with what I thought was broken ribs - couldn’t breathe properly & the PAIN - OMG , after a day in hospital & xrays then ct scan found no visible breaks they concluded I’ve bruised the muscle around the ribs - did I mention the PAIN! anyway I’ve had a week off work , dosed up on endone , Panadol & nurofen + an anti inflammatory gel , last 3 days no endone , slowly getting mobile again but very steady . I’m gettin old & take longer to repair I’ve noticed [emoji17]

Endone is a wonderful thing! Hahaha!


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[mudski]

Wow thank you mate, I’ll check it out properly and see what’s going on


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No probs. You got my number if you want to get it done.


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[0-TJ-0]

Not really angry although I guess I am at myself - trying to hurry & slipped & fell over ribs 1st on a sharp edge , ended up in hospital with what I thought was broken ribs - couldn’t breathe properly & the PAIN - OMG , after a day in hospital & xrays then ct scan found no visible breaks they concluded I’ve bruised the muscle around the ribs - did I mention the PAIN! anyway I’ve had a week off work , dosed up on endone , Panadol & nurofen + an anti inflammatory gel , last 3 days no endone , slowly getting mobile again but very steady . I’m gettin old & take longer to repair I’ve noticed 😔

I did a similar injury at work. I was sure I'd broken a rib and it put me off work for a week or so. Got the X-rays, no visible breaks! Bullshit, hurt like they were broken haha.

Couldn't believe the pain for no break, felt like I was just putting it on!

[mudski]

I did a similar injury at work. I was sure I'd broken a rib and it put me off work for a week or so. Got the X-rays, no visible breaks! Bullshit, hurt like they were broken haha.

Couldn't believe the pain for no break, felt like I was just putting it on!

Yep. Tore my hamstring last December. Still giving me grief. Haven’t been able to go for a run since it happened.


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[rusty_nail]

Injuries must be catching. I hurt my knee this week, I've barely avoided surgery apparently...http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/07/18.jpg

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[Sprock]

Pain is an understatement ! - the nurse asked what’s the pain like on a scale of 1 -10 ? , I said right now it’s about 6 - at that point the muscles spasmed & I replyed through gritted teeth but when it does this it’s about f %@kn 15 😬 as I bent over the hand rails of the bed

[Avo]

Shit house paint jobs on brand new cars
Seen kindy kids do a better job of covering everything

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[Avo]

Only 1 panel without defect......fuck me

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[rusty_nail]

Only 1 panel without defect......fuck me

Sent from my SM-A205YN using TapatalkThat sucks mate. I hope you have done luck sorting it out. That trade had lost its touch these days. No one can fix stuff, just respray new parts to fit. Is average.

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[Avo]

That sucks mate. I hope you have done luck sorting it out. That trade had lost its touch these days. No one can fix stuff, just respray new parts to fit. Is average.

Sent from my SM-G965F using TapatalkHopefully get it sorted,my local is doing the right thing,but I even got asked if I drive it on gravel.......WTF....
No one in town wants to quote as its a big full bare metal respray if Nissan come to the party....the one of 2 spray painters has a job list bigger than 50 jobs
Nissan have released a bulliten on the paint issues and if (as far as I know) we jump through the hoops they fix,have seen quotes of nearly 20g paint jobs,just sux car only a.november build 2019

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[jay see]

What did I miss here...


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[rusty_nail]

Hopefully get it sorted,my local is doing the right thing,but I even got asked if I drive it on gravel.......WTF....
No one in town wants to quote as its a big full bare metal respray if Nissan come to the party....the one of 2 spray painters has a job list bigger than 50 jobs
Nissan have released a bulliten on the paint issues and if (as far as I know) we jump through the hoops they fix,have seen quotes of nearly 20g paint jobs,just sux car only a.november build 2019

Sent from my SM-A205YN using TapatalkOh wow, didn't realise it was a factory issue mate that's even worse, sorry I thought you meant you had work done and it was shit! Bloody hell so what it's all delaqueiring?

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[Avo]

Oh wow, didn't realise it was a factory issue mate that's even worse, sorry I thought you meant you had work done and it was shit! Bloody hell so what it's all delaqueiring?

Sent from my SM-G965F using TapatalkYeah problem with undercoat n paint not adhering to each other,this is just half of one door,
Hopefully Nissan come to the party,they have been acknowledging a few lately,
Pritty shit for a new car but if it gets fixed I will be happyhttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/07/133.jpg

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[mudnut]

There is an online petition regarding the paintwork.

[Avo]

There is an online petition regarding the paintwork.Thanks Mudnut,I found out through a FB forum that dealerships have a bulletin now for all to use,but they don't tell you,you have to ask,


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[Mickhead]

Injuries must be catching. I hurt my knee this week, I've barely avoided surgery apparently...http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/07/18.jpg

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Haha reduction surgery perhaps? At least you can tie a knot in it to remind you of ALDI SPECIAL BUYS :) :)

[mudnut]

Is it just me, or does everyone have the luck of buying stuff that is faulty. It seems every third thing I buy has to be returned. My latest list.

1 x dash cam. 1 x battery charger. 2 x Fridges, yes the first brand new one had sweet bugger all refrigerant. The second was just a dog of a thing. Thankfully they took it back and we bought a different brand. 1x reciprocating saw.

How the hell do manufacturers make any money?

[Ben-e-boy]

Is it just me, or does everyone have the luck of buying stuff that is faulty. It seems every third thing I buy has to be returned. My latest list.

1 x dash cam. 1 x battery charger. 2 x Fridges, yes the first brand new one had sweet bugger all refrigerant. The second was just a dog of a thing. Thankfully they took it back and we bought a different brand. 1x reciprocating saw.

How the hell do manufacturers make any money?

I bought a milwaukee router and today, the courier dropped off a box that had bits and pieces for the router, but no farken router.

My bad luck is always postage related.

[PeeBee]

Bought a Makita 18V brushless grinder 2 weeks ago, absolute magic flexibility and today whilst using it, cutting light - 1mm galv sheet, the thing stops and red button on etc, close inspection shows three of the screws holding the gearhead in place have come loose - screw driver to tighten and 2 are stripped already so i don't have to wait and strip them myself - so a trip back to total tools tomorrow for a warranty claim - maybe 2 hrs old.

[rusty_nail]

Bought a Makita 18V brushless grinder 2 weeks ago, absolute magic flexibility and today whilst using it, cutting light - 1mm galv sheet, the thing stops and red button on etc, close inspection shows three of the screws holding the gearhead in place have come loose - screw driver to tighten and 2 are stripped already so i don't have to wait and strip them myself - so a trip back to total tools tomorrow for a warranty claim - maybe 2 hrs old.Pretty frustrating mate! They aren't cheap either! I scored one via redemption a years back, chose the 7" but could have chosen a 9". It's a beast, I have used on several occasions and haven't had any dramas

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[MB]

Unfortunately Philstar you may well experience in this new age a fairly decent wait for replacement.
I have no gripes with TT or any other like business model tool suppliers ST etc...
The new business models of this millennium appear to work on the skinniest of margins and unfortunately have to defer all claims back to OEM suppliers and their warranty chains I’ve personally found.
Bought a top of the line, biggest-badest most expensive Makita original belt sander a while ago now which failed and was apologetically contacted by TT monthly as to their suppliers woeful updates on fixing my 1 week old purchase.
Have experienced exactly the same with BCF and a kind family birthday present Waeco Solar panel kit that required myself to divert from store and self deliver to an outer suburb garage elecy genius that had his hands tied from paperwork bullshit.
Top bloke did his best and eventually replaced the obvious controller issue after they swore otherwise and eventually gave up his contract I believe was one of his last fixer upperers for them :-(



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[Winnie]

We are a Milwaukee dealer at work and if a tool fails within a certain time frame (usually 1 month) it will be replaced on the spot. Otherwise yes it does have to be sent it for repairs but should not take longer than 2 weeks...

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[MB]

Unfortunately this is where Brunnings absolutely smashes the instant replacement market and probably did set the disposable scene!
Nearly no questions asked and tradies known are abusing this model changing coloured shirts in and out of home usage.
Nearly 30 odd years self employed and have truly seen the decline in quality of all the best brands.
Sarcastically, how is GMC tools going these days, maybe couldn’t survive on a 20% so called profit margin big B boys [emoji107][emoji107]



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[MudRunnerTD]

Thanks Mudnut,I found out through a FB forum that dealerships have a bulletin now for all to use,but they don't tell you,you have to ask,


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That sux mate. Do me a favour and start a thread specifically on this paint issue in the Y62 section please and add any correspondence or Bulliten details you.might have, the forum will benefit from this traffic as it becomes a bigger issue. The big GUIV Dash bubble saga saw a lot of people miss out through a lack of info. Let us get on top of this early.

NB . My GUIV just had a closed door respray under insurance and the price was $20k....

[mudnut]

The saw was from Bunnings, but the nearest to me is an hour away, so I had to wait until we are travelling to drop in and get a replacement.

[10G]

I ordered a T shirt. I know the brand and the size I want. The T shirt arrived, correct brand and size, but the size must be at least 2 sizes smaller, even though the tag says it's the size I want.

[MudRunnerTD]

Victoria........

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[Rossco]

The place to be . . .[emoji25]

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[Plasnart]

Didn't have internet all day. Just turned everything off and back on. Got internet. #%&@÷$€!

[MB]

Back in our day young fella, we only had informative magazines :-)
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[Plasnart]

Back in our day young fella, we only had informative magazines :-)
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Haha classy stuff!

[balwayne]

My laptop crashed. Now, I need to remove the HD in order to get my files.

[jay see]

Don't know what I did exactly, but I'll done something to a muscle along one side of my spine. Been sitting around not doing much the last few days only moving around to keep everything loose.

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[MB]

Doctors advice first & foremost John Mate!
There is an old saying too, we must ‘walk’ away from back pain, of which I’m sure he’ll suggest in time to come [emoji106][emoji106]


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[jay see]

Yeah, will go see the dr tomorrow and see if I can get the 5 Medicare visits to a physio to start things off.

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