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

[10G]

could be a muscle spasm, it's like a cramp. I get them in my back, usually when I'm stressed.

[MB]

In serious need of a Lockdown hairy:-)
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Bikini line is off the charts too and my beautician is also closed damn it :-)



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[Plasnart]

In serious need of a Lockdown hairy:-)
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Bikini line is off the charts too and my beautician is also closed damn it :-)



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Fkn LOL!!!

[mudski]

Trying to order paint stripper and some cans of spray paint for a click & collect from Bunnings, as I have next week off and want to get a few things done. But I can't as these two items are not available for online shopping, pickup ups only! WTF! So I ring them and I was given some excuse which was bla bla bloody bla! Then told they will find out if I can order it, they will contact me in two days, then told I should be able to collect it next week. Should! Are you f&*king kidding me?! Crap service at it best. Onya Bunnings!

[rusty_nail]

Trying to order paint stripper and some cans of spray paint for a click & collect from Bunnings, as I have next week off and want to get a few things done. But I can't as these two items are not available for online shopping, pickup ups only! WTF! So I ring them and I was given some excuse which was bla bla bloody bla! Then told they will find out if I can order it, they will contact me in two days, then told I should be able to collect it next week. Should! Are you f&*king kidding me?! Crap service at it best. Onya Bunnings!It's funny you should say that. I had to go to Bunnings on Monday arvo. I have a powerpass and obviously wear work clothes on work days. Thought id try my luck and just walk in. No one asked me if I was trade customer etc even the chick that served me at the counter didn't ask for my powerpass before serving me, I think I would have been served regardless.

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[stevemc181]

My stepdaughters friend taking out one of the pillars of our front fence! How the hell she managed to get it I'll never know!

81764

[Hodge]

It's funny you should say that. I had to go to Bunnings on Monday arvo. I have a powerpass and obviously wear work clothes on work days. Thought id try my luck and just walk in. No one asked me if I was trade customer etc even the chick that served me at the counter didn't ask for my powerpass before serving me, I think I would have been served regardless.

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Two days after Stage 4 kicked in. I walked in, bought a few things, paid and walked out ...
Usually , that would sound normal.
However ...
I wholeheartedly admit I had NO clue Bunnings was affected. Living under a rock maybe I am ,but I've been filtering a lot of Covid news for my own mental sake.

I was in my work uniform . But I had no ABN, power pass or whatever ... So, I was unknowingly breaking the rules. If I'd have been apprehended , I would have been in all sorts ...
But ...
I was not asked , questioned , looked at ONCE. It's as if it was business as usual. Even the items I bought were not really trade related but i got through without a hiccup.
It was only a day or 2 later that it dawned on me, what had and could have been after I spoke to a mate sparky .
Lesson learnt.

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[rusty_nail]

Two days after Stage 4 kicked in. I walked in, bought a few things, paid and walked out ...
Usually , that would sound normal.
However ...
I wholeheartedly admit I had NO clue Bunnings was affected. Living under a rock maybe I am ,but I've been filtering a lot of Covid news for my own mental sake.

I was in my work uniform . But I had no ABN, power pass or whatever ... So, I was unknowingly breaking the rules. If I'd have been apprehended , I would have been in all sorts ...
But ...
I was not asked , questioned , looked at ONCE. It's as if it was business as usual. Even the items I bought were not really trade related but i got through without a hiccup.
It was only a day or 2 later that it dawned on me, what had and could have been after I spoke to a mate sparky .
Lesson learnt.

Sent from my Pixel 3a XL using TapatalkBut what are the repurcussions? Isn't it Bunnings responsibility? Just like say garden suppliers are forced to deal with trade customers in house, I'm assuming there is some sort of proof required to do so?

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[mudski]

It's funny you should say that. I had to go to Bunnings on Monday arvo. I have a powerpass and obviously wear work clothes on work days. Thought id try my luck and just walk in. No one asked me if I was trade customer etc even the chick that served me at the counter didn't ask for my powerpass before serving me, I think I would have been served regardless.

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I still have the Displaywise shirt. I might throw that on and give it a try next week. Not sure what, actual credentials they require though.

[Hodge]

But what are the repurcussions?

Well, if their net was tight. I'd have been refused entry. Simple.

If I got pulled up at payment or leaving ... I'd say, cops would have been called for sure since I breached the rules.
And me genuinely not knowing , would not fly with the cops.
Also, the fact , that I entered the store unchecked, therefore I assumed all was well.... I doubt cops would have bought that either.

Supposedly cops are pulling tradie utes/vans over , after leaving Bunnings , checking that they're not buying non trade / domestic items ...


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[rusty_nail]

I still have the Displaywise shirt. I might throw that on and give it a try next week. Not sure what, actual credentials they require though.

well in my experience mate, none!

[rusty_nail]

Well, if their net was tight. I'd have been refused entry. Simple.

If I got pulled up at payment or leaving ... I'd say, cops would have been called for sure since I breached the rules.
And me genuinely not knowing , would not fly with the cops.
Also, the fact , that I entered the store unchecked, therefore I assumed all was well.... I doubt cops would have bought that either.

Supposedly cops are pulling tradie utes/vans over , after leaving Bunnings , checking that they're not buying non trade / domestic items ...


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fair enough. i cant see police wasting their time on stuff like that though? maybe closer to the CBD? if i can justify any purchase made at bunnings to the wife, im sure it will fly with the cops lol. bud seriously, what rule would you be breaking? if the thing your buying is essential then i dont see the problem? i am not a tradesperson, but on friday i hit a tap on the bobcat i had hired, i am not a plumber but i am perfectly capable of fixing it myself. having water at my house is an essential living item for my family, surely under those circumstances buying a replacement riser(in my case) is perfectly acceptable?

[MB]

So many grey areas, such little time for rules to be written on hundreds if not thousands of possible scenarios for being out and about within 5km too. I think we all just need to be practical and do what we can, where we can, if truly and unselfishly needed for a few more weeks. Our little garden supplies has experienced grandpa & grandmas turning up with 6x4 trailers for desperately needed lockdown redgum heat. Office lady kindly advises over the fence they need to park opposite then phone guides them through credit card payment before a loader is UHF called to load their trailer in our turning circle at the gates. Crushed rock and rubble has been another sort after product for people’s driveways recently washed away and self fixing needs after contactless dumping delivery ASAP!


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[10G]

Hmmm. I'm picking some stuff up at Bunnings tomorrow, see how I go. But we are only in stage 3 down here.

[mudski]

We have a big sign out the front of our shop saying "Due to COVID Restrictions. No walk in orders, all orders MUST be phoned in and paid prior to collection". Then they get upset with me when I politely tell them they cannot do this. So then they stand there in front of me and ring us up with a smug look and order their goods. I soon wipe that smug off their face when I tell them it will be around 2 hours to get their order ready. Knowing that I could probably do it straight away in a couple of minutes...:harhar:

[10G]

We have a big sign out the front of our shop saying "Due to COVID Restrictions. No walk in orders, all orders MUST be phoned in and paid prior to collection". Then they get upset with me when I politely tell them they cannot do this. So then they stand there in front of me and ring us up with a smug look and order their goods. I soon wipe that smug off their face when I tell them it will be around 2 hours to get their order ready. Knowing that I could probably do it straight away in a couple of minutes...:harhar:

Haha. Brilliant.

[mudski]

So we can’t start the extension on the house now until stage 4 lockdown is over apparently. No new works are allowed to commence, existing works can still go ahead. Looks like being finished by Christmas is just a dream now. Trying to orchestrate Freedom to come in when the walls are up to do their final measurements so they can build the kitchen in time for Christmas will be a struggle, also getting the HVAC guys in as well. Plus get all the windows and doors made. Bloody hell, my head hurts just thinking about it.


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[10G]

Busy times ahead mate.

[mudski]

Busy times ahead mate.

Yeah bloody frustrating to say the least. We’ve been at this since January 2019, ages... Only to have another set back.


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[TPC]

Hoping Vic will be open for Cape Jaffa in January

[MB]

Fingers and Toes crossed too Tony Mate!
Kids are so hanging out for some SA awesome beach time biyearly adventures again[emoji106][emoji106]


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[mudski]

Hoping Vic will be open for Cape Jaffa in January

Yeah now my reno's have been delayed, if Cape Jaffa is on, our attendance will be questionable. Goddamit! Fark dis!!!!

[Hodge]

Just got home after a huge night running around with SES legends , clearing trees and making power liens safe and clear. Absolutely wrecked I am .

But what makes me more tired and angry is throughout the night / curfew period ... the amount of people still casually roaming around , hanging out on the street , P platers chilling out with groups in the car parks, families walking the dogs at 1.30am ( yes you read that right ) ..
Clearly acting like nothing's wrong . Not even a big storm can deter some it seems. Business as usual for some.
It's obvious were never going to shake this virus off our backs. But humanity like this , won't make it any easier .


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[rusty_nail]

Just got home after a huge night running around with SES legends , clearing trees and making power liens safe and clear. Absolutely wrecked I am .

But what makes me more tired and angry is throughout the night / curfew period ... the amount of people still casually roaming around , hanging out on the street , P platers chilling out with groups in the car parks, families walking the dogs at 1.30am ( yes you read that right ) ..
Clearly acting like nothing's wrong . Not even a big storm can deter some it seems. Business as usual for some.
It's obvious were never going to shake this virus off our backs. But humanity like this , won't make it any easier .


Sent from my Pixel 3a XL using TapatalkWell done and good on you mate. Such a shame some morons just don't seem to get it

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[taslucas]

Head gasket leak in the bloody nav @ 136,000kms....

Is ABs church punishing me for losing my way??

[Avo]

I rekon it should be if it isn't


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[taslucas]

I rekon it should be if it isn't


Sent from my SM-A205YN using TapatalkHarsh but fair...

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[stevemc181]

I recently had a couple of long range fuel tanks fitted, no drama's there apart from a dodgy fuel gauge which we are sorting out. What has made me angry, is that I filled the tank from close to empty after my recent Dirk Hartog Island trip. I fuelled up at the Overlander roadhouse using one of the pumps (Pump 1) where you need to put in your credit card and pre-authorise an amount. All up I filled it with 158.86 litres, with all of this apart from about 1 litre going into the main tank, I hadn't used the subtank at all, but squeezed about 1 litre in there to use up my pre-authorised amount of $200.

Interesting I thought, how could I get around 157 litres into a supposed 145 litre main tank? I thought my tank was bigger than I realised, so reserved judgement until today. I ran the tank right down until the fuel light came on while driving home yesterday. This morning i removed the drain bung and emptied it, measuring the fuel, I put 4 litres back into it and went to my usual servo 2 km's down the road. The most I could squeeze in was 142.59 litres, this means that the tank takes about 146 litres maximum! So it is pretty close to what it should be.

So it looks to me like I've paid the Overlander roadhouse in WA for about 12 or 13 litrs of fuel I couldn't possibly have fit in my tank! Seems like Pump Number 1 is over reading, I'd hate to think how many truckies have filled up 1500+ litres from here and paid for a shitload of fuel they haven't used! I think I'll be sending an email to weights and measures or whoever it is that looks after this type of thing. Bastards!

[jack]

Not angry, just an observation.

I've been reasonably active with some online purchasing lately.

Ordered some extendable mirrors on eBay on 30/8 from a Melbourne location, latest tracking information from this morning:
2 Sep 2020 4:35pm Shipping information approved by Australia Post

Ordered some Front Control Arm bushes via eBay from Melbourne on 8/9 late evening, latest tracking information from this morning:
11 Sep 2020 3:23am Item processed at facility SUNSHINE WEST, VIC

Ordered some specialist shockers on eBay from Birmingham England on 8/9 also late evening, sent via Heathrow and arrived customs in Melbourne on 9/9:
Cleared customs and delivered this morning via DHL.

I had to pay postage for both local items but the overseas item was free delivery.

[PeeBee]

Jack, firstly there is no such thing as free postage, you pay for it in the item, its just not disclosed. Second, the entire postal and parcel delivery system is under a massive load, not enough flights from international locations, so delays, then locally in Aus we have Covod restrictions in play - Vic sends all parcels to NSW and SA for sorting then they are snt back to a skeleton crew for the final processing - I had a parcel purchased in Dandenong Vic, 20klm from hone, sent to NSW and then all the way to Adelaide before finally landing here - box was a bloody mess. Then I ordered gear from NSW and they used Toll and it was here at the front door 30 hrs later. I was talking to a postie yesterday and he has transferred from the letter deivison to parcels so he can work 70hrs a week, 7 day job, as much OT as he likes - Aust Post can't handle the postage as everything is being done on-line because retail has shutdown to a large degree. I have stuff that has been sitting 'awaiting delivery ' for 2 weeks. What I finally did on one delivery was raise a tracking enquiry and it was here 2 days later - delivered at 8pm by an Aust Post contractor - its just a mountain being harvested by a few ants at the moment it seems. Must be demoralising at the coal face i would think.

[jack]

Yeap, I understand the ‘free’ postage issue. They were heaps cheaper sent from UK than I could source them locally.
But this was also the case when I ordered spares from UAE, they arrived way quicker than the local order and that was twelve months ago, pre Covid.
Auspost is certainly under the pump with online sales raising exponentially. They were even asking staff to volunteer to do deliveries.

[mudnut]

I want to go and stay with my parents in Central Vic, so I looked up the Official government website regarding restrictions. My head now hurts and I'm more confused.

They ramble on about 'Household bubbles'. WTF? It mentions visiting but not staying with others. I used the search bar to and typed in : Can you stay at another house overnight in regional Vic, (or something to that effect) and it led me to a page regarding snoring. True dinks!!

[10G]

I want to go and stay with my parents in Central Vic, so I looked up the Official government website regarding restrictions. My head now hurts and I'm more confused.

They ramble on about 'Household bubbles'. WTF? It mentions visiting but not staying with others. I used the search bar to and typed in : Can you stay at another house overnight in regional Vic, (or something to that effect) and it led me to a page regarding snoring. True dinks!!

You'll be OK Craig, as long your folks don't live in Metro Melbourne.

We can travel anywhere in the state except metro Melb, however we can go in there for Medical stuff and a few other things with the correct authorisation.

[Brissieboy]

It seems that people are now dumping roosters as well as those unwanted dogs and cats.
Just back from trip around the Dawson River and surrounding country where we had three separate bush camp sites with resident roosters. There were five at one site. Noisy buggers very early in the morning.
All these sites were far from towns and no where near a house.

[GQtdauto]

I wish I could find the bugger who told me my GQ would never break a CV because of the automatic transmission !

[Jonesy_sa]

Termites!!!

[MudRunnerTD]

Not Mad.... Sad maybe...

Filled in an application for a Disabled Parking Permit for ME! Today... Damn it! Cut My Leg Off PLEASE. I'm done. I desperately need a New Hip and have been on a Walking stick since Christmas. Bloody Covid19 has smashed Elective surgery and that means i have to wait. Never did i ever think Cutting my leg off would sound attractive. I'm Done. Too Young for this shit gents.

[GQtdauto]

Shit that's no good but get your Doc to fork out the good painkillers I hear they are slowly getting to the more urgent cases like yourself .

[MudRunnerTD]

Shit that's no good but get your Doc to fork out the good painkillers I hear they are slowly getting to the more urgent cases like yourself .

Endone Twice a Day which is bloody average to be honest. I have gone tio Tramadol as the Endone was just frying my brain

[rusty_nail]

Endone Twice a Day which is bloody average to be honest. I have gone tio Tramadol as the Endone was just frying my brainPlease dont take tramadol. I am actually allergic to endone and my doc prescribed me tramadol. As you said it made me a zombie and I became completely addicted to them. They are an awesome yet bad pain killer... No more pain but nothing else either...

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[Hodge]

Not Mad.... Sad maybe...

Filled in an application for a Disabled Parking Permit for ME! Today... Damn it! Cut My Leg Off PLEASE. I'm done. I desperately need a New Hip and have been on a Walking stick since Christmas. Bloody Covid19 has smashed Elective surgery and that means i have to wait. Never did i ever think Cutting my leg off would sound attractive. I'm Done. Too Young for this shit gents.Hang in there Dazzler mate. Keep that sabersaw away from the leg a little bit more.
The way things are , I'd try and keep away from hospitals for the moment.

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[mudnut]

This no rego sticker BS. The paperwork for Mrs mudsane's new car didn't arrive so the rego nearly ran out. I know it is easy to check, but I recommend having the rego number and date due of each family members' vehicles posted on the fridge.

[MudRunnerTD]

Had a Kidney Stone removed Surgically today.... 8 now have a stent in my urinary tract for 2 weeks.. I Farrrking Hate the Stent!!! MOFO.

[jay see]

F@#king washing machine.

Been coming up with a error, but it's not a fault. Something about too much detergent and the machine will fix it itself. Bullshit have tried everything, no faults with no load or detergent, put one clean item with no detergent and fault comes back.

If it was broken I wouldn't have an issue in getting another one, but it works sort of.
Can't even go to the shops will have to purchase something online with click and collect.

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[MudRunnerTD]

F@#king washing machine.

Been coming up with a error, but it's not a fault. Something about too much detergent and the machine will fix it itself. Bullshit have tried everything, no faults with no load or detergent, put one clean item with no detergent and fault comes back.

If it was broken I wouldn't have an issue in getting another one, but it works sort of.
Can't even go to the shops will have to purchase something online with click and collect.

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Technically it is an essential Item.......

[jay see]

Technically it is an essential Item.......But is the store open to customers....
I don't think so.

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[mudnut]

Could be a loose connector or a burnt out micro switch. I might pay to open it up and have a quick squiz. We had a similar problem and I only found the micro switch when I was wrecking the machine. DOH!

[MudRunnerTD]

But is the store open to customers....
I don't think so.

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Sorry mate I am in Geelong and forgot you cant actually go to Bunnings. Call Harvey Norman any ask if they are open

[Hodge]

They're all open for click n collect.
But yeah , you can't physically go in and browse.

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[Bidja]

F@#king washing machine.

Been coming up with a error, but it's not a fault. Something about too much detergent and the machine will fix it itself. Bullshit have tried everything, no faults with no load or detergent, put one clean item with no detergent and fault comes back.

If it was broken I wouldn't have an issue in getting another one, but it works sort of.
Can't even go to the shops will have to purchase something online with click and collect.

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Have you tried unplugging for 10 minutes (disconnecting pwr) forced reset of computer?

Worked with my reverse cycle A/C after pwr surge.

Maybe flush water thru where soap goes in / clean lint thingo.

Do clean water only cycle maybe, guess you have taken the hose to it anyway... Would be tempted to take panel off and have casual look around, check tub balance restraint.

[jay see]

Have you tried unplugging for 10 minutes (disconnecting pwr) forced reset of computer?

Worked with my reverse cycle A/C after pwr surge.

Maybe flush water thru where soap goes in / clean lint thingo.

Do clean water only cycle maybe, guess you have taken the hose to it anyway... Would be tempted to take panel off and have casual look around, check tub balance restraint.

Had it unplugged for a while yesterday while I took out the pump and checked all the hoses for blockage. Flushed everything with clean water, all mesh filters too
Ran a cycle with vinegar and a few other Google search suggestions as well.
Unit is about 5 years old. Would have thought it would have lasted a bit longer.

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[Bidja]

And still doing it for you (not good after all the stuffing around) and sometimes not worth paying someone to look at. Don't think we got 5 yrs from last one. Guess just a bit hard to choose and pick one up at the moment down south.

[10G]

F@#king washing machine.

Been coming up with a error, but it's not a fault. Something about too much detergent and the machine will fix it itself. Bullshit have tried everything, no faults with no load or detergent, put one clean item with no detergent and fault comes back.

If it was broken I wouldn't have an issue in getting another one, but it works sort of.
Can't even go to the shops will have to purchase something online with click and collect.

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My daughter bought a washing machine online, she lives in a 3rd floor unit, Blokes delivered it into the unit.

[jay see]

New machine ordered and paid for. Waiting for email to pick up.

There's some good news about this over at the happy thread.

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[jay see]

Pic of the circuit board. I take that the little black parts are no good.

Anyway pulling it apart now.http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/10/62.jpg

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[10G]

What's that out of mate? I think you may at the throw away stage with that.

[mudnut]

You might get lucky and find a replacement from a repairer, or wholesaler.

[jay see]

What's that out of mate? I think you may at the throw away stage with that.Samsung front loader
You might get lucky and find a replacement from a repairer, or wholesaler.New one has already done a few loads.
I've kept the drum and the motor and the rest of off to the tip.

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[mudnut]

Those motors make excellent low rev generators with a little bit of cutting and soldering. I made one and it puts out around 300Volts open circuit, and 15 volts under a moderate load.

[the evil twin]

Those motors make excellent low rev generators with a little bit of cutting and soldering. I made one and it puts out around 300Volts open circuit, and 15 volts under a moderate load.

Yep... very popular with the homemade wind turbine hobbyists and off gridders.

[MudRunnerTD]

Bloody Spamming on the Forum. I must have killed no less than 20 today. Every couple of hours there is another 4 or 5. I reckon i got that many yesterday too.


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[NissanGQ4.2]

Bloody Spamming on the Forum. I must have killed no less than 20 today. Every couple of hours there is another 4 or 5. I reckon i got that many yesterday too.



Hear ya mate, I've been cleaning around the same amount for the past week while I was at home on holidays :(

[TPC]

Bloody Spamming on the Forum. I must have killed no less than 20 today. Every couple of hours there is another 4 or 5. I reckon i got that many yesterday too.


82231


Hear ya mate, I've been cleaning around the same amount for the past week while I was at home on holidays :(

Been killing plenty too.

[rusty_nail]

Well done you lot. It's a thankless job but hats off to you fellas

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[Avo]

This no rego sticker BS. The paperwork for Mrs mudsane's new car didn't arrive so the rego nearly ran out. I know it is easy to check, but I recommend having the rego number and date due of each family members' vehicles posted on the fridge.Dunno about you lot over there but here in WA you can ring the dept of transport n get notifications sent through via email,usually about 4 weeks ahead then one even over I think,
Cheers

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[Hodge]

Dunno about you lot over there but here in WA you can ring the dept of transport n get notifications sent through via email,usually about 4 weeks ahead then one even over I think,
Cheers


Yeah thats what way I do it.
I pay quarterly and 4 weeks or so before expiry i get a reminder and then another one a week prior and then another one 24 hours before.
All done through Vicroads website.

[jay see]

Yeah thats what way I do it.
I pay quarterly and 4 weeks or so before expiry i get a reminder and then another one a week prior and then another one 24 hours before.
All done through Vicroads website.I've been doing this for all 4 of the cars we have here and get only get an email telling me that a payment will deducted within 2 weeks.

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[NissanGQ4.2]

This no rego sticker BS. The paperwork for Mrs mudsane's new car didn't arrive so the rego nearly ran out. I know it is easy to check, but I recommend having the rego number and date due of each family members' vehicles posted on the fridge.

Don't worry, I got my rego papers months ago... they got buried, forgot about them, paid the compulsory CTP, got a letter in the mail yesterday saying they have not received payment for rego :(

And because I was only doing 6 monthly and its out of rego by 21 days my CTP got cancelled, so now I need 2 get a 12 month ctp and rego, which also means I need 2 get a pink slip ( roadworthy ) from the mechanic which I did not need for this times 6 monthly rego.

Over 2 weeks driving unregistered and uninsured :( talk about luck not getting pulled over by the fuzz in that period :)

[jay see]

First week down after the team leader returned.[emoji2959][emoji2959][emoji2959].

Will fill you in later..

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[mudski]

The weather is gonna be shit for the weekend. That’s all I got....
But. I ain’t busting my chops at work. So I’m happy!!! Haha!


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[rusty_nail]

Looks half decent at the moment thankfully. Pretty wild here this morning tho!http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/10/99.jpg

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[MB]

A Super Happy Double Donut (zero cases 2 days) Hard Yakka Victorian Day, Unlike NSW flaring:-(
Why can’t my always since March Mountain Clean Team venture back again or is it the risk of getting NSW infected:-(





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[MB]

One Nation Rissoles, Get Togetherness [emoji23]

EDIT: Whoops, not that red headed sheila apologies :-(

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[rusty_nail]

have been accused by a neighbour whom i thought i got along with pretty well that i dobbed him into his kids for doing blow with another neighbour. im dissapointed that it has gone through three neighbours mouths before it came to me. and to be honest i couldnt care less what someone else does in their own time? im definitely not going to dob them in to their kids... i guess having friendly neighbours only lasts so long. i thought we were all good mates, and i think we will all move on, but i still feel pretty hurt that the accusation was even made in the first place.

[mudski]

That’s shit Nic. Are you going to confront the neighbor?


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[jack]

Can’t beat having good neighbours Nic. We’ve been lucky and never had an issue with any of them.
Probably best to talk to them about it in a non confrontational way and clear the air.

[rusty_nail]

Yeah mate, no confrontation here. The third neighbour to hear invited me over for a beer tonight to clear the air. I have no hard feelings to him, infact I respect him a little more as the accusations were made regarding him and his kids. I'm just pretty hurt that the previous two would think that and not come to me in the first place. Gotta get along with the neighbours but it doesn't make me feel any less betrayed

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[taslucas]

Hey nic, how much for an 8ball?

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[mudski]

Im lucky, all my surrounding neighbors are retired, they are beyond this shit.

[Bidja]

Gotta get along with the neighbours but it doesn't make me feel any less betrayed

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Not always possible Nic, even if they live a km away and in your case it appears he has the problem but this does not relieve you of the burden of unwarranted gossip and uncertainty.
Consider your wellbeing, maybe as said try talking directly with him and that may stop inflaming the issue further.
Hard decision here. The blokes kids are his first concern for sharing around perceived knowledge.

[MB]

Gangs.....half arsed little Bullies [emoji2959]
Trucked back into our little sticks valley yard around 3:00pm to find over half a dozen valley kids hulled up in our (locked for their safety) site office with our legend office lady.
Still unsure exactly of why 30 odd ethnic teenagers bussed their way into town from the burbs to black & blue a couple of the older locals but some bullshart was mentioned about an ‘online’ kickoff/mouth off.
Bells & Whistle’s blocking our driveway until usual closing 5:00pm time and we’ve lost a decent chunk of coin today, usually our best last 2hrs of the day!
One decent local parent did come down from Kinglake to gracefully thank our office champ for her fast thinking, where on earth are the rest of these kids parents, office is still full off beer froth vomit from a 13 year old too.....sad state of affairs young man :-(


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[Rossco]

Far out never short of a drama sounds bloody crazy. . Boody el WTF is wrong with people. .[emoji35]

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[Hodge]

It's a sad state of affairs Mr Marko @MB. Bang Head
I witness and expect this kinda behaviour all the time in the toilet suburbs like footscray, broady... But it's disheartening that filth tentacles are now reaching out into the left over wonderlands of this country of ours. Whats more sour, is our law enforcers are just about powerless and outnumbered.
I have my views on the what could and should. But it's not for these pages...

[Dhuck]

It's a sad state of affairs Mr Marko @MB. Bang Head
I witness and expect this kinda behaviour all the time in the toilet suburbs like footscray, broady... But it's disheartening that filth tentacles are now reaching out into the left over wonderlands of this country of ours. Whats more sour, is our law enforcers are just about powerless and outnumbered.
I have my views on the what could and should. But it's not for these pages...

Wanted to say something. But will keep my mouth shut.

[MB]

Tis all in hand Hodgey, the hills are packing Himalaya minerals into 12’s for next butt spanking light powder rounds [emoji23]
Should be the sting their so called parents should’ve inflicted from the get go, was told it reminds of plum stealing naughtyness for weeks on end [emoji23]


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[Plasnart]

Tis all in hand Hodgey, the hills are packing Himalaya minerals into 12’s for next butt spanking light powder rounds [emoji23]
Should be the sting their so called parents should’ve inflicted from the get go, was told it reminds of plum stealing naughtyness for weeks on end [emoji23]


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Rip it mate. Never seen anyone leapfrog a 6' fence without accelerated mineral encouragement.

As Hodge says got lots to say about this sh!t but you gotta beware the unbridled wrath of social justice warriors.

[MB]

#100% Agree Brother [emoji23]


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[AB]

Gangs.....half arsed little Bullies [emoji2959]
Trucked back into our little sticks valley yard around 3:00pm to find over half a dozen valley kids hulled up in our (locked for their safety) site office with our legend office lady.
Still unsure exactly of why 30 odd ethnic teenagers bussed their way into town from the burbs to black & blue a couple of the older locals but some bullshart was mentioned about an ‘online’ kickoff/mouth off.
Bells & Whistle’s blocking our driveway until usual closing 5:00pm time and we’ve lost a decent chunk of coin today, usually our best last 2hrs of the day!
One decent local parent did come down from Kinglake to gracefully thank our office champ for her fast thinking, where on earth are the rest of these kids parents, office is still full off beer froth vomit from a 13 year old too.....sad state of affairs young man :-(


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It’s F nick MB lol


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[MB]

Settle Down Gook (12.5% DNA Tested :-) gold hungry Chinese Bendigo Trying Settlers Brother :-)
This silly shiat is coming from left field, zero dreams, zero parenting, zero assimilation to our hopeful Australian way of being....STOP [emoji113]


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[Plasnart]

Settle Down Gook (12.5% DNA Tested :-) gold hungry Chinese Bendigo Trying Settlers Brother :-)
This silly shiat is coming from left field, zero dreams, zero parenting, zero assimilation to our hopeful Australian way of being....STOP [emoji113]


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I ran under Sun Loong twice as a young get-goer. Had grouse fun but stayed away from the scary bummers early '90s.

[PeeBee]

My happy thigh slapping days long gone, whistling under gumtrees by the creek, yes, its so good the old days, Sprite is your friend fearless cobber tiger pal buddy mineral accelerating bottom stinger warrior. :groupwave:

I trust you understand my translation???

[NissanGQ4.2]

Log on 2 find a whole page of spam on the whats new list :(

Are you mods on holiday or something! C'mon pull ya finger out! *L*

[NissanGQ4.2]

Log on 2 find a whole page of spam on the whats new list :(

Are you mods on holiday or something! C'mon pull ya finger out! *L*

3hrs later after last cleen up and and the "what's new" section is full of moderated posts again :)

Either Viagra is a "BIG" seller or it doesn't work and they need 2 spam the shit out of it 2 get 1 fool 2 buy it, I'm not sure but will let u all know after my last purchase arrives *LMAO*

[Dhuck]

3hrs later after last cleen up and and the "what's new" section is full of moderated posts again :)

Either Viagra is a "BIG" seller or it doesn't work and they need 2 spam the shit out of it 2 get 1 fool 2 buy it, I'm not sure but will let u all know after my last purchase arrives *LMAO*

You got enough coming to sell me a few?

[TPC]

Get the Cialis, it works better.

[growler2058]

3hrs later after last cleen up and and the "what's new" section is full of moderated posts again :)

Either Viagra is a "BIG" seller or it doesn't work and they need 2 spam the shit out of it 2 get 1 fool 2 buy it, I'm not sure but will let u all know after my last purchase arrives *LMAO*

purchased from each of them before deleting. New GF is in for a wild ol ride I tell ya

[Mickhead]

Tis all in hand Hodgey, the hills are packing Himalaya minerals into 12’s for next butt spanking light powder rounds [emoji23]
Should be the sting their so called parents should’ve inflicted from the get go, was told it reminds of plum stealing naughtyness for weeks on end [emoji23]


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Remember to keep the himalayas in a dry place with the aid of a bunnings moisture remover pack, if it gets moist it might form a solid nasty clump and cause excessive ventilation of the recipient :) :)

[MB]

Awesome Safety Advice Thanks Mick Mate!
Will let Billy’s in the Hills know for sure [emoji23][emoji106][emoji106]


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[MB]

My happy thigh slapping days long gone, whistling under gumtrees by the creek, yes, its so good the old days, Sprite is your friend fearless cobber tiger pal buddy mineral accelerating bottom stinger warrior. :groupwave:

I trust you understand my translation???

Always knew you were an imposter PeeBee Mate!
“Sprite” I think you mean ‘Tarax’ young fella [emoji23]


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[AB]

RIP Jack my 14 year old Jack Russell

Just had to put my old mate down this morning, bloody sux doing that but he lived a great life!!!


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[Rossco]

Rest in peace little Jack, yeah sure is hard, may he chase tough old Christmas Hills rocks for etenity. . .

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[PeeBee]

Sorry to hear this Rossco.

[Maxhead]

RIP Jack my 14 year old Jack Russell

Just had to put my old mate down this morning, bloody sux doing that but he lived a great life!!!


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That sux for sure Andy
RIP Jack


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[Winnie]

RIP Jack my 14 year old Jack Russell

Just had to put my old mate down this morning, bloody sux doing that but he lived a great life!!!


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkSorry to hear Andy.
RIP Jack

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[mudnut]

Bugger. They are part of the family. RIP Jack.

[10G]

RIP Jack my 14 year old Jack Russell

Just had to put my old mate down this morning, bloody sux doing that but he lived a great life!!!


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never nice mate. That's the worst thing about dogs, they die.

[PeeBee]

I think we dog owners need to start shifting to Tortoises as these at least have a better chance of outliving us all, then we don't end up with a grieving process every 15 odd years. Not making fun of this, have lost 3 dogs over the years and now finding it difficult to bring another into our lives right now.

[Rossco]

Yeah it the worst thing about it dam it. . Maybe a Cocky, but there sure is truth the saying mans best friend, they sure are awesome. .

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[10G]

I think we dog owners need to start shifting to Tortoises as these at least have a better chance of outliving us all, then we don't end up with a grieving process every 15 odd years. Not making fun of this, have lost 3 dogs over the years and now finding it difficult to bring another into our lives right now.

Same here Phil, we've had 2 and don't want to go through the grief again, bloody things.

[Mickhead]

I think we dog owners need to start shifting to Tortoises as these at least have a better chance of outliving us all, then we don't end up with a grieving process every 15 odd years. Not making fun of this, have lost 3 dogs over the years and now finding it difficult to bring another into our lives right now.

Haha I think that when I lose one too, and it is fkn awfully sad when they go, but when is the last time you were in bed sleeping and a tortoise jumped on your bed and on your head and licked your face? because it is your best mate? ( lucky I have little dogs ) :)

[Rossco]

Yeah definatly think a Jack Russell makes for a much better hot water bottle than a Tortoise. . Spose never tried a tortoise but can't imagine be too good. . .

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[PeeBee]

Yeah definatly think a Jack Russell makes for a much better hot water bottle than a Tortoise. . Spose never tried a tortoise but can't imagine be too good. . .

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That comment gave me a very funny image, and you make a deal about a purple person in the middle of the night then drop this one out there - very odd person you are Rossco.

[Rossco]

Takes one to know one I guess [emoji23] . . .

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[jack]

Sorry to hear Andy, it’s definitely a tough time.

[AB]

Thanks blokes, so I couldn’t help myself...

Let’s welcome my new pet into the house, awesome!!!

The kids love their new pet
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[PeeBee]

I can hear those banjo's playing in Xmas Hills from here.

[taslucas]

Trying to get some work and being constantly rejected. I would have had a dozen interviews for decent jobs and end up 2nd or 3rd over and over. It's hard to stay positive

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[Winnie]

Trying to get some work and being constantly rejected. I would have had a dozen interviews for decent jobs and end up 2nd or 3rd over and over. It's hard to stay positive

Sent from my G8141 using TapatalkBugger mate sorry to hear. Are you out of work or looking for a change?

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[pearcey]

Trying to get some work and being constantly rejected. I would have had a dozen interviews for decent jobs and end up 2nd or 3rd over and over. It's hard to stay positive

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G`Day young fella.
Hang in there bloke, never give up. Times are a bit hard, but hey, you never know, the next interview could be the right one.
Stay positive and keep a smiley face on.
Hope to catch up sooner rather than later , all the best mate.

[rusty_nail]

Trying to get some work and being constantly rejected. I would have had a dozen interviews for decent jobs and end up 2nd or 3rd over and over. It's hard to stay positive

Sent from my G8141 using TapatalkSorry to hear mate. My current position has to worked out the way I wanted and I'm hunting for a job too. Something will turn up, just keep confident and positive and the right will turn up mate.

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[mudski]

My current issues seem minor to others but I need to vent...

Trying to organise doors and windows for the extension. In a nutshell, what the law states and what to building inspector is telling us we have to do is two different things and he's pretty much said he has the final word. But what he wants is unreasonable and damn impossible to achieve. E.g. we have a large 3plus metre bi bold door which folds to outside when you open it. This inspector says me must have a fire resistant fly screen fitted to the outside of the door frame. Any half smart person would know this is impossible to achieve, but this guy says its how it has to be. There is other issues he's brought up with the windows but this is so fecking stupid....

So we are at a stalemate here. If we go by the book, he won't pass it. Guess we have to bring VCAT or someone in now. More shit to deal with.

[taslucas]

Bugger mate sorry to hear. Are you out of work or looking for a change?

Sent from my SM-G986B using TapatalkLate last year I moved from a full-time supervisor roll to a casual trade assistant position to start a change of career. First time I'd been casual in about 18 years. 4 months later covid struck and I was out on my arse... Along with wave after wave of people in the same situation looking for the same jobs. I keep getting told I'm exactly what they're looking for or I was right up there.
For one position I was even told I interviewed better than the other bloke.
It's hard to remain positive.


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[rusty_nail]

My current issues seem minor to others but I need to vent...

Trying to organise doors and windows for the extension. In a nutshell, what the law states and what to building inspector is telling us we have to do is two different things and he's pretty much said he has the final word. But what he wants is unreasonable and damn impossible to achieve. E.g. we have a large 3plus metre bi bold door which folds to outside when you open it. This inspector says me must have a fire resistant fly screen fitted to the outside of the door frame. Any half smart person would know this is impossible to achieve, but this guy says its how it has to be. There is other issues he's brought up with the windows but this is so fecking stupid....

So we are at a stalemate here. If we go by the book, he won't pass it. Guess we have to bring VCAT or someone in now. More shit to deal with.Call me mate

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[rusty_nail]

Late last year I moved from a full-time supervisor roll to a casual trade assistant position to start a change of career. First time I'd been casual in about 18 years. 4 months later covid struck and I was out on my arse... Along with wave after wave of people in the same situation looking for the same jobs. I keep getting told I'm exactly what they're looking for or I was right up there.
For one position I was even told I interviewed better than the other bloke.
It's hard to remain positive.


Sent from my G8141 using TapatalkI get it mate, been fighting through an apprenticeship for the last 3 years and yeah I'm only two years through it. Just had to put it on hold again unfortunately due to the missus being made redundant but it is what it is.
I've had plenty of great opportunities for work, including with an awesome dude (@mb) but they weren't the way I wanted to head my career. I get struggling through it, and you will make it through to what you actualy want Mate. Good luck bro


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[10G]

My current issues seem minor to others but I need to vent...

Trying to organise doors and windows for the extension. In a nutshell, what the law states and what to building inspector is telling us we have to do is two different things and he's pretty much said he has the final word. But what he wants is unreasonable and damn impossible to achieve. E.g. we have a large 3plus metre bi bold door which folds to outside when you open it. This inspector says me must have a fire resistant fly screen fitted to the outside of the door frame. Any half smart person would know this is impossible to achieve, but this guy says its how it has to be. There is other issues he's brought up with the windows but this is so fecking stupid....

So we are at a stalemate here. If we go by the book, he won't pass it. Guess we have to bring VCAT or someone in now. More shit to deal with.

Does that mean you legally have to have a fly screen?? I don't know anything about that, but I'd be very surprised if that was the case. Would he pass it if you had no flyscreen at all?

I always thought flyscreens were an accessory item.

[Hodge]

Does that mean you legally have to have a fly screen?? I don't know anything about that, but I'd be very surprised if that was the case. Would he pass it if you had no flyscreen at all?

I always thought flyscreens were an accessory item.I "think" it has something to do with regulations handed down since the black Saturday.
Fire prone areas have some kind of a requirement when it comes to doors etc ...
This is from memory after speaking to a bloke about it living up in Kinglake a while ago ...


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[10G]

I "think" it has something to do with regulations handed down since the black Saturday.
Fire prone areas have some kind of a requirement when it comes to doors etc ...
This is from memory after speaking to a bloke about it living up in Kinglake a while ago ...


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Yeah, I don't doubt you Hodge, but surely a weatherproof lockable, fireproof door would be all that's required. Is the thinking that a fireproof fly wire door will stop your real door from burning down? Someone's wrong somewhere.

What if you don't want a fly wire door, are you asked to fit one? Bloody little Hitlers.

[mudski]

Does that mean you legally have to have a fly screen?? I don't know anything about that, but I'd be very surprised if that was the case. Would he pass it if you had no flyscreen at all?

I always thought flyscreens were an accessory item.

Yes. And they must be fitted externally. As Hodge has said, after Black Saturday, a lot of rules and regs were revisited and changed. So after many hours today of calling and reading (lucky its a quiet morning at work) I have found out that the window company mistakenly gave us the old rule sheet, prior to 2009, ugh. Slightly different rules. So yep we have to externally fit a fly screen to the outside.
This brings up a whole new set of issues.
1. The bi-fold will have to be made to fold inside, not outside.
2. The flyscreens conventionally used on bi-folds, concertina on themselves when you open it. Not like the usual framed screen that slides. Issue here, is the concertina screens are NOT BAL 12.5 rated as they are made from fibreglass. The screens must be made from stainless or aluminum.

So a framed screen looks to be our only choice. Which I definitely do NOT want. It will be pointless off having bi folds then.

[matfew]

Easy mate install for inspection then remove

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[10G]

Even easier, don't install one, then install what you want post inspection. That's the tack I'd take.

[mudski]

Easy mate install for inspection then remove

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We can't. They won't make the bi fold with the screen on the outside when the doors fold outwards. Which is the whole point of having the bi folds. If we go the solid screen option too, we will be left with ugly rails in the frame. And at over 4K for just this door. Im not real keen on that.


Even easier, don't install one, then install what you want post inspection. That's the tack I'd take.

Can't do this, it wont pass inspection without a screen. It must have a screen.

I even said to the builder to just make up a temporary frame and we'll put our old 70's sliding door back in for now, then change it over after the inspection. If I do that, I need to re issue plans to council, which I then have to pay the drafty to do, then wait weeks and pay more money to council for it to go through.

[10G]

We can't. They won't make the bi fold with the screen on the outside when the doors fold outwards. Which is the whole point of having the bi folds. If we go the solid screen option too, we will be left with ugly rails in the frame. And at over 4K for just this door. Im not real keen on that.



Can't do this, it wont pass inspection without a screen. It must have a screen.

I even said to the builder to just make up a temporary frame and we'll put our old 70's sliding door back in for now, then change it over after the inspection. If I do that, I need to re issue plans to council, which I then have to pay the drafty to do, then wait weeks and pay more money to council for it to go through.

Bloody hell mate, I wish you the best of luck with a shitty problem.

[matfew]

Home internet. Woke up yesty to no signal. I have Optus 4g with external antenna and has been nothing but stella for the last 15 months or so.

I use a external program that forces the modem to use certain bands of the 4g system. At best I have had speeds of 100mbps download. Averaged 20 to 30mbps most the time which I was stoked with for where I live as some of you know lol.

So my program tells me the bands I use to use I just can't get anymore. Something has drastically changed with Optus. I could get 5mbps without the antenna in the lounge now I get nothing in lounge. With external antenna I only get the worst band. Current speed of 1mbps at its best.... After a few hours with them they have escalated it which is kind of nice. I can think of another large telco I've had issues with before but we will see what the response is. I feel they have decommissioned a tower and I am now connecting to a shit one

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[the evil twin]

Nicole from the National Broadband Network... unfaithful bitch!

For years she has been ringing me for a random chat and now I find out she has been calling literally thousands of other blokes and not just me.

What a skank!!!!

Well, Nicole you slut, when my money from Nigeria turns up you won't be seeing a single cent of the 125 million you heartless mole.

[10G]

Nicole from the National Broadband Network... unfaithful bitch!

For years she has been ringing me for a random chat and now I find out she has been calling literally thousands of other blokes and not just me.

What a skank!!!!

Well, Nicole you slut, when my money from Nigeria turns up you won't be seeing a single cent of the 125 million you heartless mole.

wow, that's pretty heated ET, she must have wound you around her tiny finger. Is there any greater pain, than that of a broken heart? ;-)

[growler2058]

More sad than angry. Still no xmas lights to pop!

[mudnut]

After the crap they pulled shutting down Holden, GM are importing shitbox RAMs as Silverados.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Iyd9A2Lx0M

Stuffed if I know why anyone would even consider buying one.

[Maxhead]

After the crap they pulled shutting down Holden, GM are importing shitbox RAMs as Silverados.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Iyd9A2Lx0M

Stuffed if I know why anyone would even consider buying one.

I’d have one in a heartbeat if I could afford one [emoji1696]


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[growler2058]

I’d have one in a heartbeat if I could afford one [emoji1696]


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Same man! Lifted 37’s (at least) big nasty zorst, sh1t tonnes of spotties. One of those kick arse train air horns. Just a really offensive up ya bum ya lefty w@nks kinda truck hahahahahaha

[Ben-e-boy]

Same man! Lifted 37’s (at least) big nasty zorst, sh1t tonnes of spotties. One of those kick arse train air horns. Just a really offensive up ya bum ya lefty w@nks kinda truck hahahahahaha

I want a RAM 3500 dually on 22.5's, 6.7L diesel with stacks............oof

[Mickhead]

After the crap they pulled shutting down Holden, GM are importing shitbox RAMs as Silverados.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Iyd9A2Lx0M

Stuffed if I know why anyone would even consider buying one.

Im just going to hang on to my diesel and 98 octane shytboxes until the tesla cybertruck gets here 😀😀😀

[growler2058]

Im just going to hang on to my diesel and 98 octane shytboxes until the tesla cybertruck gets here 
Hahahahahaha noice

[mudnut]

Beware political post warning: Ban the bastards from trading here until they pay back the cash they ran off with.

[MB]

Im just going to hang on to my diesel and 98 octane shytboxes until the tesla cybertruck gets here [emoji3][emoji3][emoji3]

Won’t be too long now Mick Mate!
I hear they’re working on a renewable Hybrid-Methane/Electric system that will get a CyberTwuck across Outback Australia endlessly [emoji23]

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/11/44.jpg
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[Plasnart]

Won’t be too long now Mick Mate!
I hear they’re working on a renewable Hybrid-Methane/Electric system that will get a CyberTwuck across Outback Australia endlessly [emoji23]

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/11/44.jpg
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Holy smokes you'd never catch up to the thing!

[growler2058]

Beware political post warning: Ban the bastards from trading here until they pay back the cash they ran off with.
Mitsubishi, Nissan and Fraud didn’t so I spose there’s SFA chance of the General coughing up

[MB]

Agreed Mate [emoji23]
Maybe a slow/low voltage renewable electric RC feeder unit out in front of the recharging highway rolling convoy?
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[Plasnart]

Agreed Mate [emoji23]
Maybe a slow/low voltage renewable electric RC feeder unit out in front of the recharging highway rolling convoy?
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My god how things have progressed. My first RC was a one-channel car set to turn left only! Now we're zipping around on RC butt-plugged Brahmans across the Nullarbor! Amazing!

[MB]

Hook behind the NEW Cybertwuck an electrically powered sickle bar trailer, followed by a mini baler and......‘Perpetual Motion’ is 100% achievable I says [emoji23][emoji736]



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[MB]

Back on track Plassy Mate!
“What truly makes me Angry”
This Metrosexual skinny jeans Hipster Craze [emoji2959]
Have spent near on a month now searching online for Australia’s last 3 x pairs of Levi’s boot covering 517’s [emoji23]
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/11/47.jpg
How on earth do those new age skinny anklet styles stop grass seads and critters slipping into their sneakers [emoji148][emoji23]
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[Plasnart]

Back on track Plassy Mate!
“What truly makes me Angry”
This Metrosexual skinny jeans Hipster Craze [emoji2959]
Have spent near on a month now searching online for Australia’s last 3 x pairs of Levi’s boot covering 517’s [emoji23]
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2020/11/47.jpg
How on earth do those new age skinny anklet styles stop grass seads and critters slipping into their sneakers [emoji148][emoji23]
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What sort of old fogey are you wearing fat cuffs and ugly dirty boots like that? You know I only wear stovepipes that finish 3 inches above my sockless deck shoes. Get up with it MB jeez.

[PeeBee]

Oh and don't you look just dandy!!!!! Yummmooooh!

[growler2058]

RB sellers is where it’s at @MB

[MB]

Crikey...are you saying there is a name now for them “Stovepipes” ? [emoji23]



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[growler2058]

Crikey...are you saying there is a name now for them “Stovepipes” ? [emoji23]



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yeah mate and good denim maaaaan prob still Chinese but heaps better quality then Levi and cheaper

[MB]

Apologies Growler Mate, think we were typing same time, was meant for Plassy “Stovepiping” educating meself [emoji23]
Cheers [emoji106][emoji106]Will definitely look into RB Sellars again for sure, used to drive into Collingwood town back in their earliest outlet days to get their buttonless half bottom shirts too, tough as around the block/traps [emoji123][emoji123]


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[Plasnart]

Apologies Growler Mate, think we were typing same time, was meant for Plassy “Stovepiping” educating meself [emoji23]
Cheers [emoji106][emoji106]Will definitely look into RB Sellars again for sure, used to drive into Collingwood town back in their earliest outlet days to get their buttonless half bottom shirts too, tough as around the block/traps [emoji123][emoji123]


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Yes mate the green ones I'd go for if I losed my gut. Otherwise wearing ringer shirts like that I'd look like a fat try hard.

[MB]

“Stovepipe” jeans...”Ringer” shirts...What The Fark Edumacating Me’s Plassy Old Mate [emoji23][emoji106]


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[Plasnart]

“Stovepipe” jeans...”Ringer” shirts...What The Fark Edumacating Me’s Plassy Old Mate [emoji23][emoji106]


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Sir Roofy would be all over it bless his soul. He would have rocked a station ringer shirt and despised a yuppy stovepipe pant, perish the thought of skinny tight ankles.

[MB]

LEGEND LIVED [emoji1783] [emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106]


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[Mickhead]

Won’t be too long now Mick Mate!
I hear they’re working on a renewable Hybrid-Methane/Electric system that will get a CyberTwuck across Outback Australia endlessly [emoji23]

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Fk me swinging Mark, is that an electric butt plug? Mate, laughed so hard, nearly lost a can of vb :) :) Does Kogan sell these :)
Seriously all you doubters, battery tech is going off its head. Faster recharge, more range. 10 years ago you would call me a masturbator if I suggested a Tesla would eat a V8 for breakfast. My 09 VESS is crying. A 4wd with 50 kw of electric power at each wheel with independently controlled separate motors, no diffs, no gears, no transfer case, no oil, no egt, no catch can,fkall moving parts, but with incredibly stupid torque from zero, and when you engine brake down a steep hill and return that energy to your battery instead of cooking your brakes? Or silently sneaking up on a deer or a bunch of hippies in Toolangi? :) Im in:) :)

[mudski]

I’d have one in a heartbeat if I could afford one [emoji1696]


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Yeah I’m with you. I seen a big feck off black Ford or Chev go past me today, just caught my eye as it went past, but feck! It had massive dual rear wheels that stuck so far out the car was actually taking more than the lane it was in. I dislike everything about America, except for their big, BIG utes. Or trucks as they call them. And their muscle cars.


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[TPC]

17 cases of covid in one day in SA has me angry and worried.
Hope they knock it out quickly

[mudnut]

Bloody suspicious how it gets out into the community, just as things are getting better.

[jack]

17 cases of covid in one day in SA has me angry and worried.
Hope they knock it out quickly

My daughter has been hanging out to visit us from SA, her partner has been to one of the hotspot locations. He’s getting tested now, daughter is also booked in for a surgical procedure next week. Probably be postponed now.
They were planned to get here on 1/12, it’s all turned to shit as the border has just been closed by Vic government.

[TPC]

Bloody suspicious how it gets out into the community, just as things are getting better.

Looks like it started from worker at a covid quarantine motel spreading to family members

[Hodge]

It's a concern. But it's not a surprise what's happened in SA. But Don't you worry , Vic will be there again eventually ... I estimate well before Xmas.

If this thing is as contagious as it's deemed to be ... Considering how quickly a lot of Vic has let their hair down , it is absolutely inevitable . You would be mad to think that it isn't still out there roaming , ready to errupt. It is exactly like the last lock down opening ... Most people wear this aura around them, acting like the virus is gone , vanished , mystically disappeared... Back to normal .
Complacency Level: Hardcore

The beaches , shopping centres , Bunnings, last few days and weeks were like ants nests .
What could possibly go wrong.
Watch this space.

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[growler2058]

@#$%&*! Rona is back here in SA.

[TPC]

Had a wine bottling organised for this Saturday and would have been 45 people, have to can that now with only allowing 10 people at private residence.
Was going to be a big seafood lunch too.

[Plasnart]

Had a wine bottling organised for this Saturday and would have been 45 people, have to can that now with only allowing 10 people at private residence.
Was going to be a big seafood lunch too.

Hope it doesn't get worse for you Tone, because not being allowed to visit anybody, or not being able to have any visitors is not nice.

[growler2058]

Had a wine bottling organised for this Saturday and would have been 45 people, have to can that now with only allowing 10 people at private residence.
Was going to be a big seafood lunch too.

Meant to have a work award piss up dinner Friday night. That’s been shit canned

[growler2058]

And now what’s pi55ed me off is phukwits panic buying sh1t tickets again!!!

[Mickhead]

Keep bringing in them “aussies” from overseas and get the excellent private security people to look after them while theyre in quarantine...... you reap what you sow?

[mudnut]

And now what’s pi55ed me off is phukwits panic buying sh1t tickets again!!!

Shoulda stocked up when ya had the chance. We've been buying an extra and storing it since it got real bad down our way. Metropolitan stores got shipments weeks before we got any.

[growler2058]

Shoulda stocked up when ya had the chance. We've been buying an extra and storing it since it got real bad down our way. Metropolitan stores got shipments weeks before we got any.
I’ll just go back to waffle stomping those bad boys hahahaa

[TPC]

Hope it doesn't get worse for you Tone, because not being allowed to visit anybody, or not being able to have any visitors is not nice.

I felt for all you Victorians with what you went through, just hope we don’t have the same shit over xmas

[NissanGQ4.2]

Just going 2 work is enough, I need 2 retire at a young age, someone want 2 gift me a winning lotto ticket.... please

[MB]

First ones for FREE Toddstar Mate!
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Once you’re hooked, Additional Stamped Replicas are $99.99 RRP each [emoji106][emoji106]
“Best way to pickup Gold Diggers in a Club” [emoji23]


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[NissanGQ4.2]

First ones for FREE Toddstar Mate!
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Once you’re hooked, Additional Stamped Replicas are $99.99 RRP each [emoji106][emoji106]
“Best way to pickup Gold Diggers in a Club” [emoji23]


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hahahaha I wish I had a winning ticket, but don't gamble anymore unfortunately :(

[MB]

Smart Man Toddstar, we work too hard to waste it on a Whim Brother [emoji106][emoji106]


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[PeeBee]

Bloody marketing people. Looking at buying a block of land next to my daughter in Gippsland. Its been running cattle for 75 yrs. Now been rezoned rural living, but re-badged by estate agent to 'Lifestyle. Cost per Hectare has gone up a factor of 10, and no water, just power at the road and a concrete pipe for the crossing.

[Winnie]

Bloody marketing people. Looking at buying a block of land next to my daughter in Gippsland. Its been running cattle for 75 yrs. Now been rezoned rural living, but re-badged by estate agent to 'Lifestyle. Cost per Hectare has gone up a factor of 10, and no water, just power at the road and a concrete pipe for the crossing.Where abouts in Gippsland Phil? It is a good time to be buying out that way.
Amy's dad has doubled his money in 4 years so far in Nicholson.

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[PeeBee]

Where abouts in Gippsland Phil? It is a good time to be buying out that way.
Amy's dad has doubled his money in 4 years so far in Nicholson.

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Wiseleigh. Its only a good time if you are the seller. For the buyer its a rip off. Last Sunday there were bloody cows shitting on the ground in this block, now today its some sort of nirvana rebadged to rip at the heart strings as a 'lifestyle' block - total BS. Not a single improvement to the block from Sunday until now, not even water. What is the tangible justification?

[MudRunnerTD]

Not Angry, SAD...

My Mum passed away last Monday and we said goodbye at a service today. Tough day.

[Maxhead]

Not Angry, SAD...

My Mum passed away last Monday and we said goodbye at a service today. Tough day.

Mate, not much anyone can say but stay strong and stick with family .
Condolences to you and the whole family mate


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[growler2058]

Not Angry, SAD...

My Mum passed away last Monday and we said goodbye at a service today. Tough day.

Thoughts are with ya man

[MB]

Sincerest Condolences Darren.
Mum must have been a Great Woman to raise a Big Hearted Legend like you Mate!


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[Clunk]

Not Angry, SAD...

My Mum passed away last Monday and we said goodbye at a service today. Tough day.Sincere condolences tonyou and the family mate

[TPC]

Sorry to hear Darren, condolences to all of your family.

[Avo]

Condolences to you and your family mate....
BIG hugs

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[mudnut]

Our deepest sympathies for your loss, Darren.

[pearcey]

Sincerest condolences to you ,your family and all your mums friends, mate.

[PeeBee]

Thinking of you and your family Darren, very difficult time for sure, I am sure you are savoring all the brilliant times together. Take care.

[Hodge]

Condolences to you and your family Darren. Thinking of ya mate! MudRunnerTD

[10G]

so sad, sorry to hear that Darren, I hope the sadness leaves you soon.

[jack]

Condolences Darren, she will always be with you.

[MudRunnerTD]

Thanks Gents. You guys are part of.my family. Appreciate your thoughts.

[Cuppa]

Sorry to hear your news Darren. Mums are never easy to lose 'cos they are so special.

[mudski]

Just going 2 work is enough, I need 2 retire at a young age, someone want 2 gift me a winning lotto ticket.... please

Sorry mate I’m holding those numbers for myself. Problem is, I can’t remember them.


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[mudski]

Not Angry, SAD...

My Mum passed away last Monday and we said goodbye at a service today. Tough day.

Condolences to you and your family Darren. This stuff sux, keep your chin up and big family hugs all round mate.


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[Plasnart]

Wouldn't want to be a certain owner of a certain pizza shop in a certain western suburb of a certain capital city of a certain Southern Australian state right now. Oooh.

[jack]

Wouldn't want to be a certain owner of a certain pizza shop in a certain western suburb of a certain capital city of a certain Southern Australian state right now. Oooh.

The guy was probably working for 'cash in hand' so not on the books as an employee, didn't want to dob himself oor boss in.

[TPC]

Wouldn't want to be a certain owner of a certain pizza shop in a certain western suburb of a certain capital city of a certain Southern Australian state right now. Oooh.

The police can't even charge him, he deserves to go to jail.
This has cost so much to heaps of businesses and individuals

[Plasnart]

The police can't even charge him, he deserves to go to jail.
This has cost so much to heaps of businesses and individuals

Fire brigade might just as well start heading over there now I'd reckon.

[10G]

I'm not sure what happened???? I heard he said he worked at the place and wasn't a customer & now they're opening the state up again. Surely that would be worse wouldn't it????

Or have I not heard this correctly??

[TPC]

All other cases had been after extended exposure to family, friends or colleagues
Was a worry that he could get infected with minimal exposure

[Plasnart]

I'm not sure what happened???? I heard he said he worked at the place and wasn't a customer & now they're opening the state up again. Surely that would be worse wouldn't it????

Or have I not heard this correctly??

From what I understand 10G this worker contracted covid in the pizza shop but he originally told the authorities he was a customer. Because they thought he'd only been in there a very short time they thought the strain of Covid was much more volatile than previous covid patterns hence quick decision to shut down. Turns out he was a worker who had spent a lot of time in there, so the strain isn't as bad as they originally thought. Hence now reopening.

[10G]

so why are they opening the state up again if this bloke who had it worked at the pizza shop, wouldn't he have been able to spread it still???

[10G]

From what I understand 10G this worker contracted covid in the pizza shop but he originally told the authorities he was a customer. Because they thought he'd only been in there a very short time they thought the strain of Covid was much more volatile than previous covid patterns hence quick decision to shut down. Turns out he was a worker who had spent a lot of time in there, so the strain isn't as bad as they originally thought. Hence now reopening.

Oh, I see, that does make some sense.

What a bloody cretin. All the crap he's created, I just drove past a VIC border check station down here this morning, they must have set that up last night. Apparently there are coppers coming down from Melb to man it.

Geez that guy's gonna fry.

[growler2058]

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[Hodge]

Fark people are quick into this ...
T shirts out already.
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[MB]

Didn’t one of our Victorian medium rigid truckers sneak off course to a rural knock shop enroute and lie to Mrs Dan too?


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[Winnie]

Didn’t one of our Victorian medium rigid truckers sneak off course to a rural knock shop enroute and lie to Mrs Dan too?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkYes but he wasn't south Australian so what's the point in making fun of them?

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[mudnut]

They've declared the start of the fire season tonight and it is still raining. The grass is growing outta control. I am having trouble keeping the lawns and walking tracks clear.

[Sprock]

Havnt been on here for a while , sorry for your loss Big fella

[MB]

Statistically they say: “most accidents occur near home” starting to seriously idiot MB agree :-)
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10hr round day trip up to the forest coupe to check on batteries and gear after Covid lockdown release. Dodged dozens of highway psychopaths and somehow managed to return park the Grandpa Spec ute backwards into a local SubarRoo you Goose MB!


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[10G]

was coming home the other night, guy was slowly coming out of a street opposite my street, I had to turn right into my street to get home, he'll stop, he'll stop, he'll stop, shik, he's not stopping. Swung onto the other side of the road and missed each other by inches.

[mudnut]

Typical H.Rock drivers:smileyvault-cute-bi

[10G]

was one of those big bastard tractor things that are bigger than tractors

[mudnut]

Sounds as if he was too busy contemplating his navel. It would have been a bloody hard hit as machinery has no crumple zones. We should celebrate your lucky escape by going for a bit of a 4wd trip in and around the Cobboboonee.

[PeeBee]

Took the truck down to my local mechanic to get the overdrive gears fitted and after he confirmed yeah, will be fine, just got the call, he got cold feet, rang a friend who gave him the horror story of having to pull the gearbox apart out of the car etc etc, so he can't afford to do the job and run into trouble at this time of year. Well, don't say you know what/how to do it, then back out. Not happy at all. Picking the car up tomorrow, will be looking for a different mob moving forward. Understand his concerns but I am now left in the lurch so to speak. NOT HAPPY JAN

[Hodge]

Took the truck down to my local mechanic to get the overdrive gears fitted and after he confirmed yeah, will be fine, just got the call, he got cold feet, rang a friend who gave him the horror story of having to pull the gearbox apart out of the car etc etc, so he can't afford to do the job and run into trouble at this time of year. Well, don't say you know what/how to do it, then back out. Not happy at all. Picking the car up tomorrow, will be looking for a different mob moving forward. Understand his concerns but I am now left in the lurch so to speak. NOT HAPPY JANThat's shithouse PB. At least he didn't have it half pulled apart ,and then rang you lmao.

I had a similar experience after I bought my first Patrol. Before I knew about this forum I took it to a local mob to get the needle and Dawes valve fitted and setup. This is before I knew nothing about anything ...
So I told them what I needed fitted and they're like an yeah that's easy we've done a few to fix the over posting problems yadda yadda ...
Dropped the car off and 2 hours later I get a phone call
".. ummm what are we doing here again? .. sorry can't help you we never saw this vacuum mod before ...." ..



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[PeeBee]

Yep, really pissed me off. I could have booked it in elsewhere, tried to help out a family friend, let down badly. I won't have a chance to get it done before Xmas now, if they were a bit more honest with me I would not have cared, but now.... I am trying to get everything sorted before I head up north because frankly., quality of living for the next couple of years is going to take a dive again with the FIFO gig, and the last thing i need after a 2 week flogging is to wasting it sitting around waiting for a job to be done on the truck that should/could have been done before i started back. Anyway, i will see if they want to fit the rear spring stiffeners, and maybe they will change their tune with the overdrive gears and allocate the correct amount of time for the job. They were given everything they needed, were briefed correctly, then i find out they thought the job was to install reduction gears, not the overdrive gears. glad they didn't go that path. I think they are probably just burned out and not thinking right - trying to find some reasons why they performed like they did, bitter pill.

I did ring Marks4x4 this afternoon for an alternate recommendation in my area and they came up with two names, but I will have buckley's chance now before mid Jan at earliest i reckon.

[mudnut]

What about a specialist like 360 gearboxes in Bayswater?

[PeeBee]

What about a specialist like 360 gearboxes in Bayswater?

Thats who was recommended by Mark4x4 today. I tried ringing this afternoon and the phone was engaged for 30 minutes. Depending on the outcome of tomorrow mornings conversation is when i pick up the car, I may give them a ring.

[PeeBee]

Having a bad day today. i sold a HF radio to a guy in NSW and ebay's preferred freight sender is SENDLE. 5 weeks later the parcel still has not reached him and SENDLE can't find it either. Unbelievable in this day of modern tracking how they cannot find the place in their system where the chain was broken. Now the wait and the piss around for both of us as we sort thru the refund/compensation process. NEVER use these guys, check their website ratings, and they don't have a single phone number you can ring - absolutely at their mercy from start to finish and not that much cheaper than Aust Post.

[10G]

Sounds as if he was too busy contemplating his navel. It would have been a bloody hard hit as machinery has no crumple zones. We should celebrate your lucky escape by going for a bit of a 4wd trip in and around the Cobboboonee.

Hey that sounds like a nice idea Craig. It may have to wait for the new year though, now the silly season has started.

[10G]

Having a bad day today. i sold a HF radio to a guy in NSW and ebay's preferred freight sender is SENDLE. 5 weeks later the parcel still has not reached him and SENDLE can't find it either. Unbelievable in this day of modern tracking how they cannot find the place in their system where the chain was broken. Now the wait and the piss around for both of us as we sort thru the refund/compensation process. NEVER use these guys, check their website ratings, and they don't have a single phone number you can ring - absolutely at their mercy from start to finish and not that much cheaper than Aust Post.

Sounds like a great recipe to piss people off with Phil.

[PeeBee]

Sounds like a great recipe to piss people off with Phil.

Well it has ended as best it can I suppose. Ebay have refunded the buyer in full and I keep my sale money. SENDLE unfortunately get to keep their delivery fee. I am going to go the path of making a claim from SENDLE just to try and hold them to account, but really, totally unacceptable. Buyer is without a radio and he now has to find a comparable unit to what he bought, which is going to be very hard at the price I sold it to him.

[PeeBee]

What about a specialist like 360 gearboxes in Bayswater?

Rang them, they want to pull the gearbox out of the car, and replace the bearings and seals as well, $1700 - ummm no thanks, goodbye

Picked the vehicle up, and the local workshop is going to do the job on Jan 12, so fresh back from a break and they have nothing booked in, so they can allocate as much time as they think.

[Cuppa]

Looks like you will all have to put up with me for the foreseeable future after all. What follows is a copy & paste from my facebook page this morning. Grrrrrrr!

A follow on from my last excited & optimistic post about buying the OKA. Another story follows, not the one I wanted nor expected. It is a story of huge disappointment, anger & now after little more than 24 hours to process what happened a sense of relief mixed with the yet to dissipate disappointment of a lost dream we had put so much energy into. This no doubt will become another lengthy post, I believe writing it may be cathartic & helpful to me, & after my previous post I feel the need to explain why I am back in Mutchilba today & not in Taree delivering the OKA to the chap who was going to undertake the transmission change etc for us. It's been another rollercoaster ride. Hold tight & read on!

As planned I flew from Cairns down to Brisbane on Monday to pay for & pick up the OKA to drive it the 600kms to Taree, NSW . It was a nervous time, not because of the amount of money I would be paying or because of any fears about the vehicle or whether I was doing the right thing, but because of the severe weather warnings of dangerous winds & flooding along the whole of the route I needed to drive. Some places had already had up to 600mm in a day, & similar forecast to continue at the time I'd be driving. I was confident about the vehicle & about the seller.

The seller met me as arranged, in Brisbane, & took me to his home where I would spend the night sleeping in the OKA before driving it away the following morning. As on my previous visit I was made welcome & we spent a number of hours going through the OKA to familiarise me with everything as well as eating together & enjoying each other;s company. At mealtime I asked to see the the certificate of Electrical safety for the vehicle's 240v systems he had agreed to get, & was disappointed when , without apology, he told me he had not had it done. Worse was the fact he had not obtained the legally required 'Certificate of Inspection' (the Qld version of a heavy vehicle Roadworthy - or MOT for UK readers) , but "not to worry" he said I can still get it in time for you leave in the morning as planned". This was a relief as I had flight onward from Taree booked & paid for. Half an hour later following a phone call he showed me an email on his phone from the certifier with an attached Certificate & a note to say it had been electronically lodged with the Qld transport authority. Phew! Without this transfer of ownership cannot occur. Later that evening he printed out a copy for me, & I checked it over at about 10pm, just as I was waiting for my laptop to boot up in order for me to transfer funds to him.

My heart sank when I noticed it had an engine number different to what was on the engine in the vehicle, & we quickly reached an impasse with me stating I would not be prepared to risk making payment without such details being correct. He suggested that I drive the vehicle away the following morning but withhold payment until he obtained a correct certificate. I thought this exceptionally trusting & generous of him, but also wondered might happen if a problem arose with the certificate. I had reason to worry as the incorrect certificate was obviously 'dodgy' if for no other reason than it had been sent on the basis of emailed info from the owner, not from an actual inspection. The engine number shown was apparently for the original 4 cylinder motor , even though the certificate stated it had 6 cylinders (as per the all important replacement American import Cummins motor). But still I was intent on keeping to plan to drive the OKA away in the morning.

The seller emailed the certifier & said he would follow this up with a phone call early next morning.

I had a restless night in the OKA, which afforded me time to look at many things in more detail. I laid & mentally constructed the internal modifications I wanted to make.

First thing in the morning I was greeted with "Come & have a cuppa, we need to talk". The tone used was not encouraging & I was immediately concerned. As I walked to the house I note that his wife who had been very hospitable the night before appeared to be avoiding eye contact with me & didn't say a word. I imagined that a correct safety certificate may not be forthcoming until later in the day & resigned myself to a much longer drive in one hit, through the wild weather than I had planned on.

My cup of tea was handed to me with the words "I don't think you are the right sort of person to be an OKA owner". This was out of the blue, I was gobsmacked & confused. I have come to realise that this was an attempt to hold me responsible for the decision that was yet to come. I spluttered & gasped my lack of understanding & attempted to reasonably contradict him. I learned that he had been in contact with the certifier who informed him that the only way to change the certificate was for him to attend a Transport dept office in person & that it was highly likely that they would wish to also sight & inspect the vehicle. At this point I saw my well laid plans disappearing out of the window, but even at this point had not contemplated what was to come!

Out of his shirt pocket the seller produced bundles of hundred dollar notes & a piece of paper. "Here is your deposit & I'll pay for your flight back to Cairns, here are flights available today." I was still spluttering, unwilling to accept that everything I'd planned & hoped for was coming to an end right now. He made it clear he had no intention to present the vehicle to the Transport dept, I thought at the time he meant that day, as he had 'a lot on' but now I think he probably meant 'at all'. As the realisation dawned anger trumped disappointment (although I remained relatively civil, I believe I only used the 'F' word once!). I reminded him of all the costs I had incurred on the basis of the sale agreement we had made, including several flights to & from NSW to check out & drive other OKA's with the Cummins/Allison combo I hoped to get fitted, & to meet the chap who would do the work face to face to discuss & agree on the process. The seller responded with 'how much' & when told simply pulled more cash from his shirt pocket & handed it to me to cover those costs. Truly I was reeling, trying to make sense of the situation.
As I sat at his kitchen table, he went to another room, returning with a paid for flight booking, the plane departing in a little over 90 minutes time & us 45 minutes drive from the airport. "Get your bags" he said, we don't have much time.

As we drove, he seemed far less tense than he had done at the kitchen table. I was angry & felt like telling him so, but instead asked him how he was feeling. "Relieved" he said. "Relieved?" I asked. "Yes, I've been worrying that sooner or later you would discover that the Cummins motor is in fact a Chinese copy" says he. This admission that he had been prepared to deceive me was made in the complete absence of any apology. In fact no apology had been forthcoming about things he had agreed to do & not done, or indeed anything else. I expect he had realised that his offer for me to take the vehicle to Taree prior to payment would see the engine deception discovered as soon as it was looked at there by someone familiar with the Cummins motors (unlike me). All was conducted in a friendly manner - very disconcerting. My gut feeling was that as a successful & wealthy businessman, that anything that didn't fit for him was expendable including people, & that apologies were probably something not in the businessman's repertoire. Such things most likely only represented something never contemplated - an admission of guilt.
The two hour flight & 90 minutes drive back to Mutchilba gave me time to begin processing what had happened, later discussion with Julie & friends helped. I turned over every detail I could recall about the affair & about the vehicle again & again. But the story had so many inconsistencies I struggled to gain the certainty I needed about why this had happened. I even started to blame myself even though I couldn't pinpoint what I had been responsible for. It was a pretty 'shit' experience.

Finally this morning I have reached an understanding which fits. Although I am unwilling to detail all the snippets of info which have led to this understanding for fear of both boring you to tears & risk of litigation from the wealthy seller, I am now confident in my belief.

Unlike my home state of Victoria (& most other states I believe), where vehicle modification approvals are carried out by well qualified motor engineers in a very regulated system, in Queensland any motor mechanic with 10 years experience in the trade can apply to become a 'certifier'. Many have & there are a plethora of one man mobile services offering Certificates of
inspection & Modification plates. A quick search on Google reveals that dodgy certificates & plates are not uncommon.

I now believe that the significant modifications on the OKA (Engine replacement, GVM upgrade, home made fuel tank, change in seating & possibly more) have probably been subject to the same dodgy practice as the Certificate of Inspection, quite possibly through the same certifier. All stuff waiting to 'bite' me down the track when I went to re-register the vehicle in Victoria. I believe the seller knowing that things were at the point of unravelling if an inspection at the Department were to occur, felt 'on a hook' & that the only way to extricate himself from that situation was to get rid of me quickly. And that is just what he did.

I remain angry which is probably important in coming to terms with the 'lost dream'. Some of that anger is with myself for having allowed the 'dream' to blind me until a very late stage of the proceedings, in particular that it was the seller's decision not to proceed, rather than mine. However I do take some solace in the fact that however it happened, I 'dodged a bullet'. If the truth had come to light after I'd handed over the money the situation would have been far worse.

What a bastard! Stuff like this shakes one's faith in humanity, but I expect the trust to return with time. Friends have been good

[Winnie]

I'm devastated and relieved for you Cuppa. If a stranger told me that story at the pub I would not believe it.

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[MB]

Crikey, so sorry to read that for you both Cuppa Mates!
Keep your chins up, as you wisely state, it would have no doubt been a real disaster down the Vic Roads home track!


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[0-TJ-0]

That's horrible Cuppa! I can't make sense of why he would lie all that time and then just 'fess up about everything at the end for no particular reason.

Don't be mad at yourself mate. You did the right thing, checked the paperwork and made sure it was in order before handing over the money.

[mudnut]

Firstly, Commiserations on having your dream shattered.

I am glad you stuck to your guns and refused to pay when you discovered the wrong digit.

Name and shame?

I wonder if he could be held responsible for manslaughter if you karked it because your Chinese knock off motor, caused an accident or left you stranded in the middle of nowhere?

[Hodge]

Cuppa, my friend. As they say it is a shit relief... As imagine what could've been...
I am gutted for you as we all are, but also happy as you could have been put on a grill over severely hot coals.
Chin up and enjoy that TD you've built a little while longer!

[Hodge]

A workmate of mine has gone missing in either Mount Dissa or Lake mountain, it's now been day 2.
Concerns are heightened as it is extremely out of character for him to stay overnight, as he is known to do day-trip hunts.
Fingers crossed.

[Winnie]

A workmate of mine has gone missing in either Mount Dissa or Lake mountain, it's now been day 2.
Concerns are heightened as it is extremely out of character for him to stay overnight, as he is known to do day-trip hunts.
Fingers crossed.Is this the guy?
https://www.police.vic.gov.au/search-missing-man-andrew-louws

His car is pretty recognisable. Hopefully Andrew is found safe today.

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[Hodge]

yeah Winnie thats him mate.

[Plasnart]

Cuppa

Holy moley mate, that is one amazing bullet dodge you've performed there. Don't be hard on yourself, from what I've read and comprehended, it was you sticking to your guns regarding a fine-print incorrect detail that forced him into his bail-out panic. I'd say bloody well done mate!

Very sorry that your dream didn't come true this time, but as others have said you would have been burnt badly had it gone through.

[Maxhead]

Holy crap Cuppa
What a nightmare mate. Think about it as a positive outcome mate.
Still, should have bitch slapped him. [emoji112]


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[MudRunnerTD]

Hey Cuppa, That is a pretty average time for you mate. Sounds like you dodged a bullet for sure. It sounds like a few nights at his table and he and his wife may have finally been struck down by guilt pulling this on a nice bloke with a dream. Dodgey meets Dodgey is one thing but Dodgey ripping off good blokes is a whole other issue. Maybe he pulled the pin when your moral compass defined his.

Good on you for staying on point mate and asking for him to be accountable right up to the end. That probably saved you mate. Drive on i say.

I blame Corona. I blame Covid19 an i sure as bloody Hell Blame 2020...

BRING ON 2021. THIS SHIT IS OVER!!!!

[Rossco]

Far out Cuppa, what a story and what a dodgey bugger. . "I don't think your the type of person to own an OKA" really what the fluminy giff at least his small conscience finally set in but far out. Shattered for you guys but coulda been a terrible surprise down the track. . At least you've still got a trusty TD with ya still. .

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[Plasnart]

snippy

Name and shame?

snippy



Not really needed mate. A bit of google digging with basic innocent information known to date and I found name, surname, wife's name, company he runs, mobile no, email address, school he went to, past employers, son's name, son's occupation. Farked if I understand why people put their lives up online, especially when they're dodgy.

Actually thinking about it, lucky this prick didn't go through with his scam on our mate. Exposure central if he had.

(Maxhead, Rossco and Winnie liked this before I edited and added that last sentence.)

[Hodge]

A workmate of mine has gone missing in either Mount Dissa or Lake mountain, it's now been day 2.
Concerns are heightened as it is extremely out of character for him to stay overnight, as he is known to do day-trip hunts.
Fingers crossed.Unfortunately, not a good outcome as all hoped for.
RIP Andrew.

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[Maxhead]

Unfortunately, not a good outcome as all hoped for.
RIP Andrew.

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Far out mate, that’s not the news anyone would like to hear. Condolences to the family.
Keep your cheen up Hodgey mate


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[Plasnart]

Unfortunately, not a good outcome as all hoped for.
RIP Andrew.

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Ah shit mate. Bloody hell RIP Andrew.

Speak up please guys if you need to talk about anything. Fucking PM one of us or offload in the depression thread. Give us a chance to help before you go off please!

[Rossco]

Shit Hodgey, horrible news mate. All the best. . .

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[Winnie]

Unfortunately, not a good outcome as all hoped for.
RIP Andrew.

Sent from my Pixel 3a XL using TapatalkDammit mate so sorry to hear.
RIP Andrew

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[Cuppa]

Are you ok Hodge? Shocked & sad of course, but news like that can drag a black dog onto those who hear it?