EFI to TD42 gift giving for BA.

[MEGOMONSTER]

As we all know Jonathon's beloved EFI to TD42 conversion has hit a very sour note, and I know he doesn't want money or people to feel sorry for him but we do cos his ugly not because if the motor.

So I request anyone willing to help out in any way would be greatful.
If he doesn't like this thread, then F..... Him cos I'm doing it anyway whether his likes it or not.

I will donate $100 to his cause.
Mudski said $200 in parts, I believe.

[Winnie]

Can we please wait for Jonathan to let us know what his plans are? Is he going to rebuild this motor? Nobody knows so let's just see what he wants to do.

Then shower him with gifts =)

[MEGOMONSTER]

Can we please wait for Jonathan to let us know what his plans are? Is he going to rebuild this motor? Nobody knows so let's just see what he wants to do. Then shower him with gifts =)

I agree, I just want him to know he can.

[Family4x4]

Put me down for $200.

[Hodge]

Yep put me down to $200 as well.

[AB]

Pending Jonathan's reply I want to help but without harping on I'm not in a good position of late so can only offer a pineapple.

Happy to supply the venue and labour if need be. Everyone loves my dusty carport :)

[krbrooking]

I am in as well, I just have to clear it with tan first.

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[Winnie]

Pending Jonathan's reply I want to help but without harping on I'm not in a good position of late so can only offer a pineapple.

Happy to supply the venue and labour if need be. Everyone loves my dusty carport :)

NOOOO! Actually you have the pizza oven... Hmm tough choice! Bwahah

[Drewboyaus]

I'm in. Like Winnie says, let's wait and see what's needed.

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[MudRunnerTD]

Yep this is not a donation. A Christmas Present I say.

[Winnies-missus]

I'll help to dnt no much but I am good at help with passing around tools.

[MudRunnerTD]

^^^^^ She's a Keeper ^^^^^

[cgm]

I'm definitely in. But in the end am happy for BA to make whatever choice he wants. Take some good advice and have a think. I want to rush to support you so you know your options, but don't want to rush you in a choice. Go at your pace.

I'm up for $200, but let's see what is needed, can adjust up or down a bit based on the requirements and how much comes in.

Help is help too from my side. If for whatever reason you don't want to do the motor, happy for you to use it on anything else. Don't need to know what. That's your business. But would obviously love to see the truck on the road and a smile on your face.

Final comment, these public amounts also make me a little uncomfortable. Don't think people should have to state it outloud. Everyone is at a different stage and got different things going. For some of us now is ok to find some cash, but for others not. No one should have to feel like their name is not on the list or that they are not putting in enough. Some might want to hep instead of cash. Some might just be in that place where they'd love to but can't do either right now. Obviously somehow he needs to know how much is gonna come in?
I'd be happy enough to get account details and drop it in already. That way you'll really know. Won't even need to know it was from me

[Bloodyaussie]

Shit guys.... I am not sure how to approach this or what to say.. many of you know I try to help others as much as I can but struggle a bit with people helping me (Unless its George ).

I do not even know what I am doing at this stage as we have pulled the sump off and all the main bearing are good.. but we did find a chewed out gear that is at the end of the crank that drives the oil pump and cam..

Then we found heaps or very thing tapes of steel in the bottom of the sump... lots of it?

I have not taken the timing cover off as I do not have a 42mm socket.

George was talking of finding a cheap engine but I thought it would be another can of worms? he also mentioned that machining would cost heaps if I was to rebuild this engine with new liners and pistons and so on and it would not be finished for a while as it is too close to the holidays.

I need the brains trust to get together and think for me as I seem to make all the wrong decisions this year?????????????????????????????? (is that enough question marks for you Newby??)

Oh and guys that have been calling me or texting I am sorry I have not got back to everyone but I have been flat out with work and Alexander (doctors appointment) and trying to get this sorted... thanks Matty for helping me get the donk out mate.

I am so tired....

[mudski]

O.k. Cheap engine is not gonna happen. You've been through this crap twice now. I have my turbo block here like I mentioned, it has the larger gudgeon pins, the different squirters and I would think the high volume oil pump. Maybe Nissannewby can verify more on this. If the funds don't stretch enough to get the turbo kit and larger rods, squirters and hi volume pump, I have mine here. Unless Matty thinks the Non turbo kit will do the job. I wouldn't think so but I am no expert. But the price of the non turbo kit BA listed in the other thread, I can get him a Turbo kit.
So I am happy to lob in a couple of hunge and order the parts from Engines Australia. I just don't have the time to pick things up at the moment etc etc.

[mudski]

Pending Jonathan's reply I want to help but without harping on I'm not in a good position of late so can only offer a pineapple.

Happy to supply the venue and labour if need be. Everyone loves my dusty carport :)

You have a big shed with concrete don't you?

[boots]

Do not make any decisions until your wife gets home . I do not want to hear about another broken or frayed marriage anytime soon . Love , trust and friendship are hard to find.

[Maxhead]

Yep this is not a donation. A Christmas Present I say.
Fuckj yeag i dsYU
:)

[Bloodyaussie]

O.k. Cheap engine is not gonna happen. You've been through this crap twice now. I have my turbo block here like I mentioned, it has the larger gudgeon pins, the different squirters and I would think the high volume oil pump. Maybe Nissannewby can verify more on this. If the funds don't stretch enough to get the turbo kit and larger rods, squirters and hi volume pump, I have mine here. Unless Matty thinks the Non turbo kit will do the job. I wouldn't think so but I am no expert. But the price of the non turbo kit BA listed in the other thread, I can get him a Turbo kit.
So I am happy to lob in a couple of hunge and order the parts from Engines Australia. I just don't have the time to pick things up at the moment etc etc.

George is saying machining is going to cost me a fortune???

I have no idea.

[Clunk]

George is saying machining is going to cost me a fortune???

I have no idea.

Yeah from my understanding it ain't cheap, previous owner if mine had the bottom end rebuilt and what not, I can't remember how much it cost and the exact work done and what caused it, but it was a few thousand

[Family4x4]

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/geraldton-6530/engine-engine-parts-transmission/gq-patrol-td42-engine/1064839254

I would at least get this checked out......

[MEGOMONSTER]

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/geraldton-6530/engine-engine-parts-transmission/gq-patrol-td42-engine/1064839254 I would at least get this checked out......

Postage might be a bit high.

[Family4x4]

Even if freights is $1000 if it checked out it is still cheap.

[BigRAWesty]

I'm in again.
People talk of rebuilds being 5-6 thousand.
I'm guessing 2-3 for the kits and 2-3 for labour and machining.
It's not easy but you find the right place it should not be huge.

Imo I say rebuild all they way. Start fresh. That way you know what you have.
But may I also throw in the opinion of ditching the turbo?
I know it's a step backwards but it will
1 get you some funds to aid in the whole thing
And 2 give you that extra reliability you need right now.
Sure there a slug NA but reliable as Mrs palmer and her 5...

Just a thought mate. But yea I'm in

[mudnut]

When you decide on a course of action, I'll pitch in a $100 bucks as well BA. (I'll send it via AB's address). Just take a deep breath and let all the worry evaporate.

[Clunk]

Ever thought about getting a TB42e? ;)

[Bloodyaussie]

Ever thought about getting a TB42e? ;)

Idiot..... but you knew that anyway.

I should be asleep but find myself sitying up watching shitty news and thinking thinking thinking....

[Alitis007]

I'll chip in cash and get the rest of the job done which ever direction this goes.

What everyone needs to understand is another motor is the cheapest and quickest alternative. Any reputable wrecker will offer at a minimum a 30 day warrenty and the car will be back on the road by Christmas and not from some goose off facebook or old mate down the road, a decent tested 2nd hand motor.

I can tell you now on a good day when you send components to a machinist it can take 2 - 3 weeks to get them back, also the parts that have failed we are not sure how much they are, how long it will take to get them or how deep the problems are. If jonathan decides to rebuild his can will be off the road till mid February

Mark your block you've stripped did you mark where each part came from or did you just pull it down??

Kallen mate, turbo or not this motor would've shit itself anyway coz or whats happened to the timing gears

[cgm]

...
What everyone needs to understand is another motor is the cheapest and quickest alternative. Any reputable wrecker will offer at a minimum a 30 day warrenty and the car will be back on the road by Christmas and not from some goose off facebook or old mate down the road, a decent tested 2nd hand motor.
...


There sounds to be at least quite a few positives with this approach. It has to be significantly easier with the labour involved. I'm also concerned that it is easy for me to give money, but I'm not gonna get lumbered with all the rebuild work and responsibility. I'm in IT and hate it when people just assume I would have no more pleasure than to spend the rest of my life fixing their computer (even though I don't do PC type IT). I know you are mates George, but there must be some days when you want to see the end of it too.

Been hoping you'd give us an update George. You're obviously an important part of the "brains trust" that BA referred to needing some input from.

[Stropp]

I'm in for $200 whichever way it goes.

[BigRAWesty]

Kallen mate, turbo or not this motor would've shit itself anyway coz or whats happened to the timing gears

Yea I get that. But the turbo is a luxury, not necessity.
And not to smash windows here ba's good luck angel must be farking the devil atm.
I'd hate to see all this work again go into the motor then have the cheap turbo do an impeller an fark the internals.
Just smash some 3" mufflers in the system and sell the rest.

Either way it's ba's decision but if it were me I'd take the time, and rebuild an NA motor and have reliable motoring for the next million kilometres.

[jay see]

I have only meet some of you once or twice and most never. My last 4x4 cost me a fortune just to get it running right which never did and sold it.

Now I'm here and l'm not going anywhere. I've got what I want and have no intention of selling.

I feel for ya BA been down that road also.
I'll be totally honest. I can't help out with the coin, but am more than willing to help out wherever possible. Mudski has mentioned that he can't pick up some things I can. I'm no mechanic but I do know my way around engines. Basically I'm here to help and not to far away from Thomo and BA
Happy wife happy life, wait for her to get home.

[Winnie]

Yea I get that. But the turbo is a luxury, not necessity.
And not to smash windows here ba's good luck angel must be farking the devil atm.
I'd hate to see all this work again go into the motor then have the cheap turbo do an impeller an fark the internals.
Just smash some 3" mufflers in the system and sell the rest.

Either way it's ba's decision but if it were me I'd take the time, and rebuild an NA motor and have reliable motoring for the next million kilometres.

But he already has the turbo so why not use it? Would be mad not to!

Would there be much money made back if this motor is rebuilt and then sold?

[Alitis007]

There sounds to be at least quite a few positives with this approach. It has to be significantly easier with the labour involved. I'm also concerned that it is easy for me to give money, but I'm not gonna get lumbered with all the rebuild work and responsibility. I'm in IT and hate it when people just assume I would have no more pleasure than to spend the rest of my life fixing their computer (even though I don't do PC type IT). I know you are mates George, but there must be some days when you want to see the end of it too.

Been hoping you'd give us an update George. You're obviously an important part of the "brains trust" that BA referred to needing some input from.
What I want to see the end of is my mate and his famiky being torn up over his car, at the end of the day shit happens, we get over it and move on. Working on cars is what I've done my whole life so the actual physical side of the job is no issue at all even tho I do it day in day out I'd try and help a mate out a pull a 20 hour shift to get them on the road again like I have done in the past in a garage or on the side of the road, its what I do lol. The 2nd hand motor like I said is not onky the fastest alternative but you have some form of piece of mind with some form of warrenty which to me takes some stress away from the situation and not worry about any underlying issues.

Everyone keeps saying to rebuild but no one has asked jonathan if he gas the time or money to do so have they!?


Yea I get that. But the turbo is a luxury, not necessity.
And not to smash windows here ba's good luck angel must be farking the devil atm.
I'd hate to see all this work again go into the motor then have the cheap turbo do an impeller an fark the internals.
Just smash some 3" mufflers in the system and sell the rest.

Either way it's ba's decision but if it were me I'd take the time, and rebuild an NA motor and have reliable motoring for the next million kilometres.

Look mate this is not the time or place to get into this sort of debate but obviously you don't get nothing coz how do you know the reason it was cheap to buy??? Is it coz of its place of manufacture or coz it was made buy a sub company of one of the well known manufacturers using an older design thats out patent or os it coz it was mass produced to lower the cost of manufacturing?? I don't know where you get your information from but don't believe everything you read or hear

[Alitis007]

But he already has the turbo so why not use it? Would be mad not to!

Would there be much money made back if this motor is rebuilt and then sold?
What he'll save in labour would be the only real earnings but for the amount of work involved its not worth the hassle

[Family4x4]

Readies has a short motor for $2000 change over he will warranty it. What was the head like?

[nissannewby]

I will first start by saying chill out and just take a step back. This is not the place for any debate.

Mudski your correct about your block and Jono can easily use his turbo kit with it.

Machining is all cost dependant on how much is required but should not be more than $2000.

I think westy has been misunderstood and no suggestion here is a bad suggestion. He proposed Jono sell his turbo kit to aid with funds for getting this back on the road, sure its a backwards step performance wise but is certainly a way to ease the financial side of it. Again it is only a suggestion.

There should be no "should" or "should not" in this thread, just suggestions and info to arm Jono with all the tools he requires to make an inform decision. Regardless of his decision it will be the right one. There is more to this than just throwing another engine in it.

So lets way up the pros and cons then to help the man out.

Rebuild- Pros- The engine will be fresh and the condition now known, being new should give years of trouble free motoring.
Cons- Time and cost, obviously any machining that may be required will take time, cost will come from machining and parts

Secondhand motor- Pros- The quickest way to have the car running.
Cons- Another unknown, yes there is a 30 day warranty but who says it wont fail and how do we know the condition.

New motor- Pros- Also a quick option and also a warranty is given (either a reco or crate)
Cons- Again cost will be up there.

Keep the generosity, info and suggestions flowing. If Jono has any questions then he is allowed to ask. Sometimes just listening is a good thing.

[lucus30]

Yeah I'm in for a Chrissie present for BA also, though I'll probably give you some cold hard cash in the hand

[MudRunnerTD]

I will first start by saying chill out and just take a step back. This is not the place for any debate.

Mudski your correct about your block and Jono can easily use his turbo kit with it.

Machining is all cost dependant on how much is required but should not be more than $2000.

I think westy has been misunderstood and no suggestion here is a bad suggestion. He proposed Jono sell his turbo kit to aid with funds for getting this back on the road, sure its a backwards step performance wise but is certainly a way to ease the financial side of it. Again it is only a suggestion.

There should be no "should" or "should not" in this thread, just suggestions and info to arm Jono with all the tools he requires to make an inform decision. Regardless of his decision it will be the right one. There is more to this than just throwing another engine in it.

So lets way up the pros and cons then to help the man out.

Rebuild- Pros- The engine will be fresh and the condition now known, being new should give years of trouble free motoring.
Cons- Time and cost, obviously any machining that may be required will take time, cost will come from machining and parts

Secondhand motor- Pros- The quickest way to have the car running.
Cons- Another unknown, yes there is a 30 day warranty but who says it wont fail and how do we know the condition.

New motor- Pros- Also a quick option and also a warranty is given (either a reco or crate)
Cons- Again cost will be up there.

Keep the generosity, info and suggestions flowing. If Jono has any questions then he is allowed to ask. Sometimes just listening is a good thing.



Matty for PM.

[Drewboyaus]

Great post Mat!

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[mudski]

Mark your block you've stripped did you mark where each part came from or did you just pull it down??



Conrods are numbered. Pretty much everything else was just removed....

[Alitis007]

I will first start by saying chill out and just take a step back. This is not the place for any debate.

Mudski your correct about your block and Jono can easily use his turbo kit with it.

Machining is all cost dependant on how much is required but should not be more than $2000.

I think westy has been misunderstood and no suggestion here is a bad suggestion. He proposed Jono sell his turbo kit to aid with funds for getting this back on the road, sure its a backwards step performance wise but is certainly a way to ease the financial side of it. Again it is only a suggestion.

There should be no "should" or "should not" in this thread, just suggestions and info to arm Jono with all the tools he requires to make an inform decision. Regardless of his decision it will be the right one. There is more to this than just throwing another engine in it.

So lets way up the pros and cons then to help the man out.

Rebuild- Pros- The engine will be fresh and the condition now known, being new should give years of trouble free motoring.
Cons- Time and cost, obviously any machining that may be required will take time, cost will come from machining and parts

Secondhand motor- Pros- The quickest way to have the car running.
Cons- Another unknown, yes there is a 30 day warranty but who says it wont fail and how do we know the condition.

New motor- Pros- Also a quick option and also a warranty is given (either a reco or crate)
Cons- Again cost will be up there.

Keep the generosity, info and suggestions flowing. If Jono has any questions then he is allowed to ask. Sometimes just listening is a good thing.
Mat check your pm's mate

Still the bottom end is still unknown and we're just assuming at this point and untill we can get it to rotate I'm assuming the worst untill we strip it down to check the condition of the crank which imo is the most imoortant part. 2k was the same rough cost I told jonathan last night and it will only go up.

Should add to the pros of the 2nd hand motor that you could get a genuine motor that might go for years and years trouble free aswell, its a gamble that's worth considering

[Alitis007]

Conrods are numbered. Pretty much everything else was just removed....

Do you know exactly the position of each bearing cap like which way it faces ??

[threedogs]

if you go down the 2nd hand motor road what motor would be preferred silver or black top.
I can check my sources for prices if you want?

[Irish]

Sorry for late reply but whatever way BA decides to go I'm in:

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2014/12/4.gif

[93patrol]

I am not sure if this helps but a wrecker in Brooklyn ( not sure if it's close) has a fair few td42 Utes he's wrecking if not put me in for $100. Let me know an account via pm and I'll send it on its way

[Bloodyaussie]

I would appreciate any input as matty said.. if you have a contact that may help please l9ok into it.. as I said before I am struggling with trying to do everything including looking after a sick boy and taking him to work with me..

I do truly appreciate everyones help and will make up for it... just right now I am on my knees.

[threedogs]

get off your knees BA no need for that. You're bigger than that

[Bob]

Jonathon
I am sorry that this has happened however I would advise you to involve your Wife in any decision that you make.
Your family must come first and you need her support in what you do.
Bob

[nissannewby]

get off your knees BA no need for that. You're bigger than that

It's all good he is finished now.... ;)

[cgm]

Jonathon
I am sorry that this has happened however I would advise you to involve your Wife in any decision that you make.
Your family must come first and you need her support in what you do.
Bob

Yeah, why not tell her already? Your decision but at least now you can give updates that there is a whole community of support behind you. Gonna have to do it sometime. I know my wife would want to know.

[Irish]

Yeah, why not tell her already? Your decision but at least now you can give updates that there is a whole community of support behind you. Gonna have to do it sometime. I know my wife would want to know.

I don't think he wants to ruin her time away with bad news mate.

[cgm]

I don't think he wants to ruin her time away with bad news mate.

Yeah tell us all to 'piss off' on the personal stuff. Just ignore what you have to. But I do think it is natural to be worried about the whole situation and I think Bob and Boots and maybe others have highlighted that relationships are probably more important than engines.

Sorry if stepping over the line.

[Bloodyaussie]

I do not need this right now... I have been with mags for 20 years and I know how best to deal with that situation. .

If I were to ring her now all miserable with the news that the engine has blown up and no idea of what my next move might be and no idea of costs and so on it would ruin her holiday..

As soon as I am armed with as much information and costs as possible I will tell her and move on from there but right now is not the moment.

My stress is high enough with out getting marital advice as well. ..
Cheers.

[Winnie]

I do not need this right now... I have been with mags for 20 years and I know how best to deal with that situation. .

If I were to ring her now all miserable with the news that the engine has blown up and no idea of what my next move might be and no idea of costs and so on it would ruin her holiday..

As soon as I am armed with as much information and costs as possible I will tell her and move on from there but right now is not the moment.

My stress is high enough with out getting marital advice as well. ..
Cheers.

Just let me know when you need advice on how to care for your child mate.

[rusty_nail]

Just let me know when you need advice on how to care for your child mate.

hahahah winnie, nice one mate

[Bloodyaussie]

So John did you ask your contacts?

Ab never rang me back....

I am going top ring Readies now.

[threedogs]

I'm going down there later this arvo, black top or silver top he has both as far as I know.

[jonez911]

BA not sure of the situation but im good for $100 if its needed and to help out with labour even if its just cleaning parts for you

[Bloodyaussie]

I'm going down there later this arvo, black top or silver top he has both as far as I know.

What ever John.. Price on short motors also as the head here is good?

Push hard John....

[Irish]

BA not sure of the situation but im good for $100 if its needed and to help out with labour even if its just cleaning parts for you

You should never offer to clean BA's parts, he just might take you up on it(picture the opening scene from Coming to America)

[Bloodyaussie]

These are not total figures and complete info but here is what I have so far..

Newby rang with a price on high end reco but the finer details are not worked out as far as exchange or so on for $4400

Sean can get a short engine from Readies with warranty (30days) now he got a price of $2000 but was going to ring him back to put the screws in.

AB was on the phone to Paul at Patrolapart and Paul strongly suggested rebuilding the bottom end and if pistons are fine do not touch them.. Now some vague prices for machining start at $1000 for new bearings and the machine work but this depends on how much damage is done and could be as high as $2000?

The head is fine and would just need a very light shave.

Any thoughts kids?

[mudnut]

Have the oil galleries in your block been completely cleaned out? It won't matter what you get done, if there is a possibility of crud causing more problems.

[MEGOMONSTER]

if you go down the 2nd hand motor road what motor would be preferred silver or black top. I can check my sources for prices if you want?

Just do it anyway.
Educational purposes. Lol

[growler2058]

Jonathon
I am sorry that this has happened however I would advise you to involve your Wife in any decision that you make.
Your family must come first and you need her support in what you do.
Bob

Shoulda got a Tom Tom ay BoB ;)

[Bloodyaussie]

So John other than a stuffed short engine for $500 did you get anything out of your contacts?

[matfew]

You know I'm in for any help I can mate. I might be able to swing some financial help your way but I'm more than happy to come help George work on it while you just bugger off for a while and relax. My offer stands for Sars to come keep Alexander company for a few hours so you can just chill.

I can even offer up my place to do the work. I have all the tools needed here and not short on space either lol. But it's your decision bud we are all here behind you.

You deserve all this support mate.You are nothing but a total gentlemen (well atleast until we get to know you properly) so now is the time we give back to you.

Call me anytime for any reason specially over the next 2 nights when I'm away haha

[Alitis007]

You know I'm in for any help I can mate. I might be able to swing some financial help your way but I'm more than happy to come help George work on it while you just bugger off for a while and relax. My offer stands for Sars to come keep Alexander company for a few hours so you can just chill.

I can even offer up my place to do the work. I have all the tools needed here and not short on space either lol. But it's your decision bud we are all here behind you.

You deserve all this support mate.You are nothing but a total gentlemen (well atleast until we get to know you properly) so now is the time we give back to you.

Call me anytime for any reason specially over the next 2 nights when I'm away haha

Ooooowww phone cudles!!!!

[AB]

It looks like you have a lot of support here BA in getting your troubles sorted.

This kind of gesture makes me glad I started this forum in the first place so my suggestion is to lap it up and take it with open arms to get your rig sorted.

We all know that you'll be there to help another friend on here as already proven mate so don't be shy.

But as mentioned on the phone, lets work out the right approach first.

Paul's suggestion does have a lot of Merritt if other avenues don't work out and if the engine checks out.

[Clunk]

So John other than a stuffed short engine for $500 did you get anything out of your contacts?

maybe you should try typing "@Threedogs" !!!!!?????????? :)

[Bloodyaussie]

Thanks again guys... I still have no idea what I am doing, I just got back from Toorak and little huggy fell asleep on the way back and I wish someone could have carried me to bed... I am so tired.

There is only one week till xmas with no plan in place as yet.

I did not touch the engine today and am a little flat and over it for the moment..( please dont tell me to put the thing away for a couple of months) I just cleaned the house and laundry and crap and cooked a proper dinner and try and get some energy back.

I threatend to end the life of this little yuppie prick in Toorak today and was so close to dragging him into the middle of the road... not because of what he did to me but how he reacted to being a shit.... deep breaths.

Maybe tomorrow will be a better day.

[Parksy]

I wonder if the oil to turbo pressure issue is related to your issue? I really don't know but I really wish that I could help strip your engine to get to the bottom of it.

If it helps, after Xmas I'd like to offer some support, even if it's only a minor donation.

[cgm]

Maybe tomorrow will be a better day.

Hope so. A lot of people behind you BA, it should come together for a good outcome.

[MEGOMONSTER]

Thanks again guys... I still have no idea what I am doing, I just got back from Toorak and little huggy fell asleep on the way back and I wish someone could have carried me to bed... I am so tired. There is only one week till xmas with no plan in place as yet. I did not touch the engine today and am a little flat and over it for the moment..( please dont tell me to put the thing away for a couple of months) I just cleaned the house and laundry and crap and cooked a proper dinner and try and get some energy back. I threatend to end the life of this little yuppie prick in Toorak today and was so close to dragging him into the middle of the road... not because of what he did to me but how he reacted to being a shit.... deep breaths. Maybe tomorrow will be a better day.

I hope your not too shitty at me for starting this thread, but I think you deserve all you get.
Wait that sounds bad.
PML.

[Rossco]

As I mentioned I am more than happy to chip in once a decision is made. IMO a quality reputable exchange motor would be good option fairly quick too. I would he happy with pauls (patrolapart) advise he does no his stuff and is a good resource. Second hand motor is a gamble, mines been good but is a bit of an unknown.
Anyways take your time to make a decision when you feel happy about it. Bloody good to see such support, it'll be going beter than ever soon.

[jay see]

If time and money permit and all your bolt on parts are OK a reco short motor would be a good option, but as said you need to do what you think is best.

My earlier offer of assisting still stands whenever you decide to do something.

[Bloodyaussie]

I cannot get the bloody Harmonis balancer off... driving me mad and I am now sick !!!!!!!!!!! fwark.

It is really looking like it might be timing gears that is the issue but I have been wrong time and time again so not holding my breath.

[AB]

Hi folks,

I have been asked to use my account for anyone wishing to donate money. Bahaha suckers...;)

In all seriousness this cannot go into my savings account with my current situation...lol... and I just remembered I have an awards savings account that is unused which will be perfect to hold the donations.

My details are;

Andrew Batty
Commonwealth Bank
Bsb: 063222
Acc: 10351660

[cgm]

Thanks Andy. Transfer done. Hopefully the transfers will roll in then the options are clearer. Hopefully a good qaulity rebuilt engine ready to drop in :)

[TPC]

Only just seen this thread, sounds like a great idea.
I'm in for 200, transfer done.
Merry Christmas BA

[Winnie]

All done, thanks AB =]

[Maxhead]

I transferred a hungie into Jonnos account couple days ago..oops lol


.....on the move

[Stropp]

cash transferred mate :)

[Winnie]

I transferred a hungie into Jonnos account couple days ago..oops lol


.....on the move

Sorry, you gotta transfer another hundred into AB's account

[Rossco]

Hi folks,

I have been asked to use my account for anyone wishing to donate money. Bahaha suckers...;)

In all seriousness this cannot go into my savings account with my current situation...lol... and I just remembered I have an awards savings account that is unused which will be perfect to hold the donations.

My details are;

Andrew Batty
Commonwealth Bank
Bsb: 063222
Acc: 10351660

Hmmmm. Do I trust you ?. . . . . I'll be keeping an eye just to maje sure ur GQ is't fully pimped in the next couple of weeks. . .

[Irish]

Hmmmm. Do I trust you ?. . . . . I'll be keeping an eye just to maje sure ur GQ is't fully pimped in the next couple of weeks. . .

If you see a purple GU on 37" crawlers in his drive be worried, hahaha.

[Bloodyaussie]

Cheers guys I am struggling with this a bit and to top it off I am sick as a dog in bed (thank you Alexander)
I am still not sure which way to go with this.. probably the easiest and maybe the cheapest is to get a short motor. . Readies will not budge with there price but stand by the engine as they say they know its history.

Newby has made a lot of enquiries and the reco is looking to be much to expensive but machining is still an option but this time of year it is going to be hard.

I have tried all morning to get the balancer off the engine but it is stuck pretty good and George came around briefly and had no luck.

Thanks newby sean and ab for looking into these options.

[Irish]

Cheers guys I am struggling with this a bit and to top it off I am sick as a dog in bed (thank you Alexander)
I am still not sure which way to go with this.. probably the easiest and maybe the cheapest is to get a short motor. . Readies will not budge with there price but stand by the engine as they say they know its history.

Newby has made a lot of enquiries and the reco is looking to be much to expensive but machining is still an option but this time of year it is going to be hard.

I have tried all morning to get the balancer off the engine but it is stuck pretty good and George came around briefly and had no luck.

Thanks newby sean and ab for looking into these options.

Soak the shit out of the balancer bolt in my special 50/50 acetone/auto transmission fluid penetrating oil mix.

[93patrol]

Transferred some cash to AB for you Johnathon

Hope you can get sorted mate

[krbrooking]

I can come round fri morn after dropping the girls off and give you a hand to get it off if you want man. I can't do it tom as I have to attend a funeral.

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[Bloodyaussie]

Cheers kev but Friday I will be pretty busy with other stuff and if I am well enough will be going away with matty.

George said he was coming around late tonight to have another crack at the balancer .... meanwhile I am 8n bed watching mash.

Thanks for all the support guys I spoke to my wife an hour ago on video and she looked so happy and beautiful I could not tell her yet.

[Winnie]

Cheers kev but Friday I will be pretty busy with other stuff and if I am well enough will be going away with matty.

George said he was coming around late tonight to have another crack at the balancer .... meanwhile I am 8n bed watching mash.

Thanks for all the support guys I spoke to my wife an hour ago on video and she looked so happy and beautiful I could not tell her yet.

You will be well enough! For sure!

[AB]

Some very generous donations have been received.

People must like you which is astounding ;)

[Bloodyaussie]

Some very generous donations have been received.

People must like you which is astounding ;)

Your 20 cents is the most generous of all...
Hoping this all works out to be the cheaper option... still cannot get the balancer off.
Will try again tomorrow.

[cgm]

Hoping you get enough in that you don't have to do the cheapest option if you don't want to.

[mudski]

I can come round fri morn after dropping the girls off and give you a hand to get it off if you want man.



What about the balancer Kev?:tease:

[mudski]

Hoping you get enough in that you don't have to do the cheapest option if you don't want to.

Maybe need to work it out on paper of the costs of each way? Then see what the funds can do for you. You probably already thought of that but anyways....

All done too AB. Thanks for this mate.

[Irish]

Your 20 cents is the most generous of all...
Hoping this all works out to be the cheaper option... still cannot get the balancer off.
Will try again tomorrow.

I can bring my gorilla hands over if need be?

When in doubt, spaz out.

[krbrooking]

Cheers kev but Friday I will be pretty busy with other stuff and if I am well enough will be going away with Matty.

Man if you still can't get it off Today. I don't mind coming over and giving it a crack while you do your other stuff. The break away from it will prob do you good.

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[AB]

I can bring my gorilla hands over if need be?

When in doubt, spaz out.

Are they still working after I dropped that log on them :)

[Bloodyaussie]

Maybe need to work it out on paper of the costs of each way? Then see what the funds can do for you. You probably already thought of that but anyways....

All done too AB. Thanks for this mate.

I personally would like to do a proper rebuild or get that Short motor from Readies but it looks like there is no budget it for that so the cheaper way seems to be the only option.

My only fear or doing a patch up on this bottom end is that there was that knock when the engine was cold and was told it was a gudgeon ??

Also all the timing gears could cost a fortune and was going to price them up today? getting the head checked is another $200???

People keep asking me "So do you know what you are going to do" and " Whats your budget".... No I dont know and the budget is small in comparison to all the options??

I wish that bloody rifle would sell and normally it would sell easy...

I just had a terrible night with chills that nearly made me pass out then followed by sweats that lasted all night... Alexander was playing doctor and looking after me checking my temps and so on, he is such a good boy.

[bishbashbosh]

PM sent with my offer of love.

[Bloodyaussie]

PM sent with my offer of love.

No PM mate?????

[bishbashbosh]

No PM mate?????

it was sent to megamonster.. sending again!

:)

[Bloodyaussie]

Right now I just want to walk away.................. the balancer will not come off and I have well and truly stuffed the thread and bent the end of the crank...... I cant be f%$ked..

[Alitis007]

Leave it come here for a coffee

[Alitis007]

called a few wreckers just now and eveyone is giving me 3 months warranty and prices from 3 to 4k some with and others without change over

[AB]

Hi folks,

I have been asked to use my account for anyone wishing to donate money. Bahaha suckers...;)

In all seriousness this cannot go into my savings account with my current situation...lol... and I just remembered I have an awards savings account that is unused which will be perfect to hold the donations.

My details are;

Andrew Batty
Commonwealth Bank
Bsb: 063222
Acc: 10351660

Bumping this as a couple of members have asked for the details.

[Clunk]

Bumping this as a couple of members have asked for the details.


sent with love, hugs and a big punch in the balls for the soft twat

[Bloodyaussie]

Yesterday I asked AB to return everyones money as I cannot see this working... he has refused my request so far.

The cheapest and easiest option is looking like a whole engine but this does not look to be achievable with the funds at hand.

I have lowered the price on my rifle to $700 which makes me want to vomit and even with money I can scrape it will leave me short by a fair bit.

I reached a low point yesterday with some serious depression sinking in and with severe tonsillitis and being so sick this is not helping my mental state.

I still think I should walk away but this is hard to do as I love 4wding and being in the bush so much and was so close to finally have a set up I could depend on and be happy with.

I am still so very sick and maybe not thinking clearly but I am so tired of this all.... when the engine went on the Hume I wanted to walk straight out onto the freeway in front of a truck but my family would have been the only ones to suffer not me.

I am not looking for advice about what I should do I am just venting as my wife not being here is hard with no adults to talk to.....

I want to thank those that have been so generous and if things dont work out AB will return your money as I am not going ahead unless it is doable.

[mudnut]

Mate. the Patrol is only a thing. Not your life. Your family is your life. Yes, you are struggling at the moment, but that is life. Firstly, you are a father and and a husband which it is a privilege to be. I can understand how you feel, as I have been there. We've got your back covered so put the worry in the place it belongs, and get on with loving life.

[lucus30]

I transferred some money into your account AB but think I may have done the transaction twice

I was going to give it to you in cash BA but I guess this is easier

[jay see]

Mate. the Patrol is only a thing. Not your life. Your family is your life. Yes, you are struggling at the moment, but that is life. Firstly, you are a father and and a husband which it is a privilege to be. I can understand how you feel, as I have been there. We've got your back covered so put the worry in the place it belongs, and get on with loving life.

X2
Mate. Chin up one way or another sooner or later it will work out.

[Family4x4]

We are about half way to a financial solution!

All help is greatly appreciated.

[mudnut]

I just went into town to put money into AB's account. The teller at the COMMONWEALTH BANK took the money and tried to do the transfer, but she said, as she handed the money back, " I can't transfer money into this type of account. You have to do it via internet banking."

What the hell is a teller there for?!!! I will send it to your post box as per my original plan, AB.

[krbrooking]

Donation has been sent. Sam has/will be sending a donation through as well BA. We are behind you in what ever decision you make.

[rusty_nail]

I just went into town to put money into AB's account. The teller at the COMMONWEALTH BANK took the money and tried to do the transfer, but she said, as she handed the money back, " I can't transfer money into this type of account. You have to do it via internet banking."

What the hell is a teller there for?!!! I will send it to your post box as per my original plan, AB.

the bank account probably belongs to a nigerian prince =P

just kidding, im pretty sure when andy mentioned his account before it sounded like it was an internet banking account, only accesible from the net. i have one of those with NAB and i can only transfer from that account to my savings account, so no direct spendability. makes me consider spending my money a little more before i impulse buy lol

[mudski]

Yesterday I asked AB to return everyones money as I cannot see this working... he has refused my request so far.

The cheapest and easiest option is looking like a whole engine but this does not look to be achievable with the funds at hand.

I have lowered the price on my rifle to $700 which makes me want to vomit and even with money I can scrape it will leave me short by a fair bit.

I reached a low point yesterday with some serious depression sinking in and with severe tonsillitis and being so sick this is not helping my mental state.

I still think I should walk away but this is hard to do as I love 4wding and being in the bush so much and was so close to finally have a set up I could depend on and be happy with.

I am still so very sick and maybe not thinking clearly but I am so tired of this all.... when the engine went on the Hume I wanted to walk straight out onto the freeway in front of a truck but my family would have been the only ones to suffer not me.

I am not looking for advice about what I should do I am just venting as my wife not being here is hard with no adults to talk to.....

I want to thank those that have been so generous and if things dont work out AB will return your money as I am not going ahead unless it is doable.

Its going to be more doable with the funds donated than not. We'll get there somehow mate.

[Family4x4]

Its going to be more doable with the funds donated than not. We'll get there somehow mate.

I agree with Mark, we might not pull off a move like in the movie The big steal before mags gets home but we will get there.

[mudnut]

It's in the mail. It would be nice to get a total, so a decision can be made on what to do.

[Clunk]

Yesterday I asked AB to return everyones money as I cannot see this working... he has refused my request so far.
Shut up fool, get stuffed, I'm not taking anything back :D

[Bloodyaussie]

Ok today is slightly clearer in my head and I have been paid early from my only client... now I was supposed to live off this money while my wife is away and use it for travel but this is no longer happening so I can afford $800 and that leaves me and my son with $400 to live on for the next 3 weeks plus still have insurance and other auto payments come out...

If only the bloody rifle would sell... I really hope nothing pops up that I have missed ?? I went through all the bills and think it is covered..

Now I dont know how much money has been raised as AB is handling this.

If this does not work out then as stated before hand everything back and I will move on with my life.

My tonsillitis is still bad and the drugs do not seem to be working.. 38.9 was my last temp check and was at real low yesterday.

My poor son has been a trooper being stuck with me and nothing for him to do.

[Clunk]

And as I've already said, I'm not taking anything back numbnuts

[Family4x4]

When you blokes are feeling a bit better you can spend some time at our place if you like.

[Stropp]

And as I've already said, I'm not taking anything back numbnuts

me either BA
Consider it my one and only good deed for the festive season as im a grumpy miserable old cont lol.

No mate in all seriousness i dont want the money back use it for the motor or failing that to have a decent xmas with the young fella :)

[Clunk]

When you blokes are feeling a bit better you can spend some time at our place if you like.

I thought he was going to SA to spend time with Dazza and Westy ;)

[cgm]

I'm still as before too, if for whatever reason truck isn't doable, use the money for something else. Wait until you're not feeling crook and things will look better. Their will be a way somehow, might just need a little more time. I'm willing to go one more round in early Jan if we need another top up to get it over the line.

[MEGOMONSTER]

My gift for the gabber has been transferred.
Merry Xmas Jonathon.................

No refunds or exchanges excepted.
Good luck and get better, we have a mountain to conquer.

For those who missed it.

Anyone wanting to give BA a generous gift, may do so into our beloved Church of Patrology's Grand Poobah's account

Andrew Batty
Commonwealth Bank
Bsb: 063222
Acc: 10351660

Give that they may grow. His head needs to be re-inflated.

[krbrooking]

I am the same man I don't take my gifts back once I have given them. You can try and take it back to the store but I threw the receipt out so you may as well keep it.

[mudnut]

Same here, BA. Instead of me slinging you a carton, take it as a thank you for the springs and shocks you gave me. Merry Christmas

[93patrol]

Too late mate I have changed all my bank account details and even moved house. Don't want my money back

It's xmas mate don't stress just relax and try and enjoy it

[Maxhead]

I'll have my money back thanks Jonno

Details are:
Commonwealth Bank
Bsb: 063222
Acc: 10351660

Thanks mate

[MudRunnerTD]

me either BA
Consider it my one and only good deed for the festive season as im a grumpy miserable old cont lol.

No mate in all seriousness i dont want the money back use it for the motor or failing that to have a decent xmas with the young fella :)

Trust this guy! His description of himself is accurate! I have met him, burn into my soul!

Ho ho ho.

[Bloodyaussie]

I'll have my money back thanks Jonno

Details are:
Commonwealth Bank
Bsb: 063222
Acc: 10351660

Thanks mate

Except you Kris........ Where the hell is AB? is he at some xmas work thingy?

[Maxhead]

Except you Kris........ Where the hell is AB? is he at some xmas work thingy?

Nah mate, he's just screening his calls :)

[MEGOMONSTER]

Except you Kris........ Where the hell is AB? is he at some xmas work thingy?
he could be just avoiding you.
you know you've been very agitated lately

[MudRunnerTD]

Except you Kris........ Where the hell is AB? is he at some xmas work thingy?

I called him today and the Farker was at the YarraGlen races on the piss and at that time perving on a sweet arse 20 yo who looked fine in her best Races dress. Lucky lucky bastard!!

He mumbled something about finding a cash cow in a dormant bank account that he was gunna put on number 5 in race 6 or something... Think that's what he said? He was slurring his words a little. He was pretty Jovial though.

[Bloodyaussie]

I called him today and the Farker was at the YarraGlen races on the piss and at that time perving on a sweet arse 20 yo who looked fine in her best Races dress. Lucky lucky bastard!!

He mumbled something about finding a cash cow in a dormant bank account that he was gunna put on number 5 in race 6 or something... Think that's what he said? He was slurring his words a little. He was pretty Jovial though.

What like when I was talking to you last weekend.

[MudRunnerTD]

What like when I was talking to you last weekend.

Don't remember a Farking thing mate..... Your making it up surely???

[TPC]

I have only read some of this as am at work Xmas do, I gather there is not enough money, will transfer more tomorrow, let's make this happen.
cheer up BA and let us try and help.

[Stropp]

Trust this guy! His description of himself is accurate! I have met him, burn into my soul!

Ho ho ho.

Thanks mate :tease::eck05:

[Bloodyaussie]

I have only read some of this as am at work Xmas do, I gather there is not enough money, will transfer more tomorrow, let's make this happen.
cheer up BA and let us try and help.

To be honest mate I have no idea..... I have not heard from AB since Thursday.

I think he is a little bit sore today!!!

[TPC]

To be honest mate I have no idea..... I have not heard from AB since Thursday.

I think he is a little bit sore today!!!

I know that feeling, stayed at the pub till they called last drinks last night, no idea how much i drank but it was not wise getting onto the spirits at end of night.
Have transferred some more, hope it helps.

[Bloodyaussie]

I know that feeling, stayed at the pub till they called last drinks last night, no idea how much i drank but it was not wise getting onto the spirits at end of night.
Have transferred some more, hope it helps.

Bloody hell you shouldn't have... you've done more than enough mate!!!!

[AB]

I'm alive but barely.

I spent all the money on the horses but had a great time thanks everyone :)




Just checked the account and there is exactly $2000 in there which is incredible.

[Bloodyaussie]

As I said to AB I am taken back as to the help and generosity.... I am not sure how I can thank everyone or make it up to you all.

That is a bloody lot of hugs, maybe even a little bottom squeeze !!!!!!

It looks like at this stage it is a whole engine being put in from a wreckers with 3 months warranty.... this time I am just leaving it up to George as I seem to make all the wrong choices.

He sent me a list of about 6 engines plus Patroldocta got back to me straight away with prices also which were on par with what George was getting... never heard back from that other place, you know the one that is a sponsor here... they must be too important.

George has been getting ready getting his car back together for his sleep over tonight with Winnie so think he will be running around like a crazy Greek today.

[cgm]

Double or nothing? Life would be pretty boring without a little stretch. Gave it another small bump BA. A little more will help. Looking forward to seeing it come together for you.

[MEGOMONSTER]

I'm alive but barely. I spent all the money on the horses but had a great time thanks everyone :) Just checked the account and there is exactly $2000 in there which is incredible. Now that is fantastic.

BA: I really hope this eases your head ache a little.

[93patrol]

Hey BA I ll have a bit of a spank rather than a squeeze. I am more into that sort of thing ?

[AB]

2250.......

[Hodge]

We've just got home and found a voice message from the bank, $ didn't go through for some reason. Anyways it has been resent.
With my little contribution it should be +$200 to whatever total you have now.

[krbrooking]

The only thanks I want is to see is a smile on your face when it comes together.

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[Irish]

You've helped enough people out without wanting anything in return over the years I've known you p00f, consider this everyone's way of paying back all that good Karma.

[Bloodyaussie]

You've helped enough people out without wanting anything in return over the years I've known you p00f, consider this everyone's way of paying back all that good Karma.

Who you calling Poof... you are the one who rolls around with other men in your PJ's.

Tomorrow should be the day of knowing where I stand ... scary.

[4bye4]

I have been watching this saga since it started and I think it's bloody unfair for you blokes to leave out WA again. So I'm in.
Deposited in the account AB and PM sent.
Might be me one day! Good luck with it BA:santa:

[Rossco]

I've put some coin in as promised Jono. Good luck with it hope it all comes together and have a better run this time. . . . In George we trust. . . :)

[Bloodyaussie]

Cheers guys... Ab has transferred cash over so as to purchase the engine but nothing showing as yet... Lucus you are a bozo !!!!!

I am still sick.......... blah!!!!

[AB]

Transferred some more money over just now muffins.

[Drewboyaus]

I sent some over the weekend so might not be processed until today.

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[AB]

I sent some over the weekend so might not be processed until today.

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Not yet mate, probably today/tomoz

[lucus30]

Cheers guys... Ab has transferred cash over so as to purchase the engine but nothing showing as yet... Lucus you are a bozo !!!!!

I am still sick.......... blah!!!!

:-( A Bozo huh? Maybe just one that doesn't know how to use a banking app on a phone ha ha. I'll make it up to you with cuddles------man hugs

[Alitis007]

Motor will be here late tomorrow arvo. First step in ending the year on a high!!

[Winnie]

Awesome!!!!! Eff yeah!

[lucus30]

Awesome!!!!

[Maxhead]

Good stuff BA, taken the time to make up your mind bud! LOL

[4bye4]

Shit mate, should be drivin it by Christmas eve.:Yahoo!:

[Winnies-missus]

Good work BA.

[Hodge]

Awesome news!!!

[Rossco]

Bloody grouse its all happening!! You putting it in tomorrow night George?

[Bloodyaussie]

Ok cash has shown into my account so in the morning I will make a withdrawal and stop past the workshop before I go to work.

Thanks again guys this is unbelievable......

[cgm]

Ok cash has shown into my account so in the morning I will make a withdrawal and stop past the workshop before I go to work.

Thanks again guys this is unbelievable......

Really fantastic!!!! Great stuff.

[cgm]

Motor will be here late tomorrow arvo. First step in ending the year on a high!!

Thanks George for doing the bits we can't all help with!

[taslucas]

Thanks George for doing the bits we can't all help with!

If only he didn't loosen the main cap before fitting the last engine! Bloody gold digger

[Stropp]

bloody great news, when its running i expect you to drop by while you are running in the new motor, any time before new year is fine lol.

[Sir Roofy]

George mate do us all a favour when you start doing the change over
lock the doors and send ba home dont let him near the dam thing till you have it running

[Winnie]

George mate do us all a favour when you start doing the change over
lock the doors and send ba home dont let him near the dam thing till you have it running

You know what they say about many hands...

[Sir Roofy]

you know what they say about many hands...



yes winnie i know but not ba he,s to stressed sick and tired
keep him away

[krbrooking]

I have told George that I would come and give him a hand. But he is a glory hog and won't let me help. Lol only joking. The offer still stands though George.

Great news about the engine!!!!!!

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[AB]

Ok...


After the initial transaction that you have received there has now been 2 x extra transactions done with a total amount of $2500.

Happy days muffins!!!

[Clunk]

awesome, awesome, awesome.................... hopefully Princess Bubblegum will cheer up now ;)

[AB]

Oops, nearly pulled a scam ;)


2750 is the total so far.

[lucus30]

Holly molly you lucky dog BA pretty sure you must be a good bloke or you'd get nothing.

[Irish]

Thats awesome news, George, I'll rent you a goat for the weekend once this is done!

[TPC]

Oops, nearly pulled a scam ;)


2750 is the total so far.

Is this after what you spent on the horses?

[AB]

Is this after what you spent on the horses?

Like I said, it was a great day!!! Bahahahha

[Winnie]

Johnny is gonna be running a 200kw machine if these donations keep going

[taslucas]

I feel bad Jonathan, you gave me a starter motor last time I saw you but I'm skun and can't help you out in your time of need. I won't forget though mate and when I can I'll give a helping hand.

I'd like to say a huge thanks to all you guys that have chipped in.

[Bloodyaussie]

Oops, nearly pulled a scam ;)


2750 is the total so far.

Is that taking in that Lucus does not know how to do simple Banking????

[lucus30]

Is that taking in that Lucus does not know how to do simple Banking????

Oi I have feelings too you know!!!! You'll just have to settle with the $200 instead of the accidental $400

[Clunk]

I feel bad Jonathan, you gave me a starter motor last time I saw you but I'm skun and can't help you out in your time of need. I won't forget though mate and when I can I'll give a helping hand.

I'd like to say a huge thanks to all you guys that have chipped in.

Don't feel bad mate, the buggah did the same for me, when he sent me the battery tray, wouldn't take any money for it and wouldn't give me his details when I eventually had the coin. So now was the perfect opportunity to help Jono out during his time of need. Karma mate, what comes around goes around. I'm extremely grateful for what he's done for me. Good on ya Jono, here's to you getting back on track mate.

[AB]

Is that taking in that Lucus does not know how to do simple Banking????

Yep it is actually mate. That's the total I have transferred to you. I should of just transferred 200 back to Lucas...my bad.

[Maxhead]

I feel bad Jonathan, you gave me a starter motor last time I saw you but I'm skun and can't help you out in your time of need. I won't forget though mate and when I can I'll give a helping hand.

I'd like to say a huge thanks to all you guys that have chipped in.


This post really inspires me for some reason Lucas..LOL

I think it's not all about money but the need to help out a member. There's been a heap of members who helped Jonno financially and the ones who can't afford any $$ are offering their help in every other way possible, even though I can't mention some of those:)

Being very humble bloke that Jonno is I know he finds this very hard to accept but this is what this forum is about and will continue to be:)

[AB]

Bloody hell it keeps on coming.


Just transferred another 300 to your account.

[AB]

3050 total...

[Winnie]

3050 total...

Unbelievable!!

[Rossco]

Wow, not bad!

Is this motor the one from Reddies?

[rusty_nail]

I feel bad Jonathan, you gave me a starter motor last time I saw you but I'm skun and can't help you out in your time of need. I won't forget though mate and when I can I'll give a helping hand.

I'd like to say a huge thanks to all you guys that have chipped in.

yeah same mate. if i wasnt in the same predicament with my motor i would gladly donate some $$$. im really happy to see how much generosity people have for you and it just shows your character. good luck with it all, im looking forward to catching up for a beer at krissos

[Ben-e-boy]

Johnny is gonna be running a 200kw machine if these donations keep going


He dam well better be :p

[Stropp]

3k that's fantastic :) well done to everyone including those who can't afford to send cash

[matfew]

Wow that is just awesome. Good on everyone for helping out. I'm helping in my way not financial but looks like that is pretty well covered.

BA is one person I think deserves the help he is getting. It's a true show to you character mate everyone seems to like you for sponge reason haha. Now bring on the change over

[Bloodyaussie]

Unbelievable folks.... dont know how to repay for all the help??

Please no more donations as the cost is now covered ... if there is some left over I will make a decision as to what to do eg.charity or to help nic out or I dont know??? I just was not expecting this at all.... shit this is crazy..!!!

[lucus30]

Unbelievable folks.... dont know how to repay for all the help??

Please no more donations as the cost is now covered ... if there is some left over I will make a decision as to what to do eg.charity or to help nic out or I dont know??? I just was not expecting this at all.... shit this is crazy..!!!

You can give us all man hugs

[rusty_nail]

to help nic out

that is a really nice gesture mate, but i couldnt accept it, even though the thought is really generous. i think if anything the extra $$$ should be going to alitis, for all the time and knowledge he has donated to your project lol.

[Rossco]

As Daz would say Happy Days:)

In terms of repayment just come out bush and enjoy it with everyone.

[Drewboyaus]

Wow, not bad!

In true understated Rossco fashion! LOL

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[krbrooking]

I agree if anything else is left over maybe give it to George or even put it towards your reno's. I am also more than happy for the rest to go towards helping Nik out.

Like I said before there is no need to thank, just show us your big smile next time you are out with us.

[Winnie]

In true understated Rossco fashion! LOL

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Yeah... It's okay I guess

[Rossco]

In true understated Rossco fashion! LOL

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Yep. Just for you Drew!!!!! :)

[Chappy]

Really glad to hear that you've got it sorted mate, the generosity of the people on here is astounding. You should all be really proud of yourselves, it's an amazing community.

I would have loved to have chipped in mate but unfortunately things are stretched pretty tight currently due to the silly season. If there's anything at all I can do to help please let me know. You helped me out when I needed it so I'd love to be able to return the favour. You have my number so shoot me a text with anything I can do!

I'm looking forward to going for a drive once it's all sorted.

[cgm]

Unbelievable folks.... dont know how to repay for all the help??

Please no more donations as the cost is now covered ... if there is some left over I will make a decision as to what to do eg.charity or to help nic out or I dont know??? I just was not expecting this at all.... shit this is crazy..!!!

This really is cool. Whole point of a gift is that it is, well a gift. You don't have to repay it or repay in some other way.

Bound to be a few other costs like oils and filters and few other things that might need a bit of love and attention when it first goes in. If there are left overs, use it to fill the tank a few times, save some for the next maintenance that comes up or just buy George a bunch of beers? Whatever you think of, sure you can be creative? But it was clearly given as a gift and people have kept giving so just enjoy it.

It really is awesome though.

[MEGOMONSTER]

I am really glad this has turned out the way it did. You seem a lot calmer with a bit of glistening in your eyes, as the was some pretty horrific words coming from you when we stopped at the servo.

Top effort by all

[Alitis007]

No I will be offended if I get given any of the donations. If jonathan wants he could put it towards snags or something for the next big forum meet but I would imagine it will go to consumables for the motor itself

[Alitis007]

Taaadaaa!!!!!53019

[Hodge]

Taaadaaa!!!!!53019

Woot woot!!

[Maxhead]

OOOU YEah!

[Stropp]

yes that looks luvely mmm that should make some one very happy :)

[mudski]

Taaadaaa!!!!!53019

Where did this motor come from George?
Its truely amazing what this forum can do. Its sad that this has happened, but at the same time the outcome couldn't have happened to a better person.
I know im out of rear seals but I will happily donate anything else I have available from my shop to help out.

[Drewboyaus]

Taaadaaa!!!!!<img src="http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=53019"/>

So why isn't it in yet????
Shake a leg George.... LOL

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[growler2058]

Taaadaaa!!!!!53019

Noice, very, very, noice

[MudRunnerTD]

Taaadaaa!!!!!53019


A nice Pretty Silver Top and all! Nice one folks.

[MudRunnerTD]

No I will be offended if I get given any of the donations. If jonathan wants he could put it towards snags or something for the next big forum meet but I would imagine it will go to consumables for the motor itself


You Sir, are a bloody Gentleman!!

[Winnie]

That's fantastic George. So when should Johnny be driving his beast again?

[Maxhead]

That's fantastic George. So when should Johnny be driving his beast again?


The motor should be in tonight George reckons...:)

[mudnut]

All before Mrs BA arrives home?

[taslucas]

No I will be offended if I get given any of the donations. If jonathan wants he could put it towards snags or something for the next big forum meet but I would imagine it will go to consumables for the motor itself

Sweet I'll donate now........anything to offend the Greek

[wobbly]

Just got onto this thread....... Looks like you have a lot of good mates here Johnno, hope this all turns out good for you bloke, certainly does look like it.

[MEGOMONSTER]

Taaadaaa!!!!!<img src="http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=53019"/>

Now that's what I'm talking about.

[Rossco]

Is the motor in yet George???????? :)

[Alitis007]

Well ladies and gentlemen and whatever taslucas is I would've installed it last night but I was busy drinking beer and eating bbq with a bunch of mates and customers at our xmas break up bbq haha! The plan is to have it fitted before the new year so princess buttercup will start 2015 with a new motor and a warm wet feeling every time it kicks over knowing what an awesome lot you are for lending him a hand!

[AB]

Awesome news George, can't wait to see this puppy in action!

[lucus30]

Well ladies and gentlemen and whatever taslucas is I would've installed it last night but I was busy drinking beer and eating bbq with a bunch of mates and customers at our xmas break up bbq haha! The plan is to have it fitted before the new year so princess buttercup will start 2015 with a new motor and a warm wet feeling every time it kicks over knowing what an awesome lot you are for lending him a hand!

Ha ha princess buttercup. Nice work George

[MEGOMONSTER]

You give it your best George. No f...k ups please. LOL

[Drewboyaus]

Good news George......looking forward to hearing it run....or rattle....whatever those dirty oilers do..... LOL

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[Bloodyaussie]

Anyone near Patrolapart today before 12pm????

[Alitis007]

You give it your best George. No f...k ups please. LOL
Where's the fun it that!?

Good news George......looking forward to hearing it run....or rattle....whatever those dirty oilers do..... LOL

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F4om what I've seen they tend to grenade them selfs.......

[MEGOMONSTER]

Anyone near Patrolapart today before 12pm???? What, you want more from us. BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
A little far for me. Sorry.
Hopefully, someone will get on this.

[Irish]

I still have that vacuum doovilacky for you from last time I was there BA

[AB]

Anyone near Patrolapart today before 12pm????

Sorry mate I have spent all morning knee deep in poo, literally!!!

[Clunk]

Yah mate, I'll be right over

[Avo]

think this sums it all up......
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=StTqXEQ2l-Y

[Bloodyaussie]

Yes everything is AWESOME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have been flat out the last 2 days with work and trying to get xmas sorted for little Alexander plus collecting things like oil filters and so on for the install..

I barely got a look at the engine late yesterday but way more impressed than I was when I got the original engine.... dont let me near anything.

Would love to have a few beers to celebrate but still a little sick ... tried to have one beer last night and ended up with a pounding headache that lasted most of the bloody night... Wine maybe??

[TPC]

Yes everything is AWESOME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have been flat out the last 2 days with work and trying to get xmas sorted for little Alexander plus collecting things like oil filters and so on for the install..

I barely got a look at the engine late yesterday but way more impressed than I was when I got the original engine.... dont let me near anything.

Would love to have a few beers to celebrate but still a little sick ... tried to have one beer last night and ended up with a pounding headache that lasted most of the bloody night... Wine maybe??

Beer always fixes my ill's, did someone slip you a VB?

[Bloodyaussie]

Beer always fixes my ill's, did someone slip you a VB?

I dont think so??

No I am having dinner at Drews so have to drive so maybe a nice glass of wine with the odd glass of water.... oh god I am so boring!!!!

[taslucas]

I dont think so??

No I am having dinner at Drews so have to drive so maybe a nice glass of wine with the odd glass of water.... oh god I am so boring!!!!

Oh god the least the forum could do is chip in for a taxi! Haha ;-).. Have a good one guys

[Rossco]

Yes everything is AWESOME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have been flat out the last 2 days with work and trying to get xmas sorted for little Alexander plus collecting things like oil filters and so on for the install..

I barely got a look at the engine late yesterday but way more impressed than I was when I got the original engine.... dont let me near anything.

Would love to have a few beers to celebrate but still a little sick ... tried to have one beer last night and ended up with a pounding headache that lasted most of the bloody night... Wine maybe??

Maybe a spritser or a shandy perhaps???

Good to hear Jono the motor looks clean and very nice, should be a bloody good 1. GIDDY UP!!!!!!

[Bloodyaussie]

Wow my love for 4wding and the choices we have has been re inspired in me with a dinner at Drewboys as we discussed what the future brings and what trips to plan.... we both have our reasons for our fresh inspiration and cannot wait to get into it.... So may choices... what decision to make for our next major destination ???

I feel alive again !!!!!!!

I might not in the morning when I am shaking off a hang over..lol

[Alitis007]

I think your love is inspired by vino!!!

[TPC]

:1062::1062::1062:Nothing wrong with that.

[MudRunnerTD]

Merry Christmas Bugger Luggs

[MudRunnerTD]

Forever you can say "Remember the year I got an Engine for Christmas! Fark that was awesome!!"