Simpson desert ten yrs on meetup July 5th Coober Pedy start 2024

[AB]

A couple of these guys are great too, when ya done the cardboard on fire and no plastic, no volume left over in car.


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[Winnie]

A couple of these guys are great too, when ya done the cardboard on fire and no plastic, no volume left over in car.


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Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkYeah our plan is a 20l jerry plus 2 of those casks for drinking water. We have a water bladder that goes across the rear footwell we will use for cooking/cleaning water.

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[jay see]

Absolutely there is JC, I was just doing a funny Russell Coight thing.

Sorry mate, but you probably should leave the reading in-between the lines to MB he's a natural..

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[Cuppa]

A bit of news posted on Facebook today may be of interest to all of you intending to head into the Simmo this year.

"The Birdsville hotel is pleased to announce that it will be launching from late April/early May a Simpson Desert 4WD recovery service. A custom-built Mercedes Benz 4x4 Arocs equipped to cater for 5 passengers, including children if required, will feature a specially designed sliding tilt tray for recoveries in a rugged sand dune environment. At a cost of nearly half a million dollars, this state-of-the-art vehicle will revolutionise recovering vehicles out of one of the most remote areas in the country. Over the past 3 years no recovery service has been operated due to the retirement of an outgoing long-standing operator. This new operation will give confidence to those travelling and holidaying across one of the most beautiful places in Australia, the Simpson Desert, our backyard!

Crossing the Munga-Thirri NP however doesn’t come without its challenges and while this is part of the attraction for many, it can also be a worry for those considering embarking on the adventure of a lifetime. Most Roadside Assistance and General Insurance Polices do not cover the Simpson Desert and emergency callout services can take weeks and cost upwards of $10,000 meaning breaking down will likely ruin even the most resilient 4WD enthusiasts’ journey. In the coming weeks information on our Recovery Assistance Packages will be released and are designed to make an unfortunate breakdown rescue much more affordable for travellers choosing to buy a package. For only a few hundred $$$ you’ll be able to purchase a recovery package on-line assuring you peace of mind that if something does go wrong, you’ll be covered for a recovery. More details coming soon. "

[MB]

Dalhousie Mini-Mozzies Protection [emoji120][emoji120][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[Stropp]

I’ve got 5ltr containers with a usb rechargeable tap, drop hose into water and tap the top of the tap and away it goes 87821

[Brissieboy]

I’ve got 5ltr containers with a usb rechargeable tap, drop hose into water and tap the top of the tap and away it goes
That looks interesting. Any details please?

[Stropp]

That looks interesting. Any details please?

I’ve got 2 one in my caravan, bought it from bcf87832 about $90 the other one in my car canopy I bought locally for $20, not as sturdy but i5 does the job.

[MudRunnerTD]

I’ve got 5ltr containers with a usb rechargeable tap, drop hose into water and tap the top of the tap and away it goes 87821

Yeah i have grabbed a couple of these of Temu, they will be plumbed into the Y62 for sure. Great unit i reckon.

[10G]

Yeah i have grabbed a couple of these of Temu, they will be plumbed into the Y62 for sure. Great unit i reckon.

Hey what's Temu like Daz? Isn't it like Alibaba? Did you have to wait long for the stuff?

[Stropp]

Hey what's Temu like Daz? Isn't it like Alibaba? Did you have to wait long for the stuff?

I’ve gottemu as well, cheap and fairly quick

[jay see]

I’ve got 5ltr containers with a usb rechargeable tap, drop hose into water and tap the top of the tap and away it goes 87821I've seen these in action, they're pretty good..

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[TPC]

Hi guys, i wont be on this trip due to work commitments but I think you are all crazy planning to do it when the big bash is on, you will all be constantly held up by people who have no idea how todrive offroad. I have done 4 Simpson trips and 2 were during school holidays and we will not even do that again. Last trip was July last year and tnetracks were so easy we decided to take a side excersion, drove over virgin sandhills for 2 days, managed only 70km and lots of fun. This may have been mentioned before but getting oziexplorer topo maps is really helpfull, shows all tracks including overgrown seldom used tracks. In Coober Pedy the best accommodation ihave used is Desert View Underground Appartments. While in Coober Pedy you have to try the Coat of Arms pizza from Johns Pizza, was there 2 weeks ago and they are still the best pizzas ever. Happy to chat or take calls from anyone after advise.

[Stropp]

Yes the big red bash was taken into consideration as it’s the weekend prior so hopefully we will be clear of too much traffic coming towards us as most now drag a van to that and won’t be crossing the simpson, the few that don’t we will be 9 days after so hopefully little to zero oncoming from that.

[Stropp]

Got the alloy floor in today, just need to seal the joins around the outside of the floor and will then install the carpet and put split rubber edging to make sure to carpet on the edges doesn’t lift, then it will be putting nutserts in and bolting the fridge cover and drawer frame into place and sliding the fridge and drawers in.8784287843

[Stropp]

4 months and we will be arriving in Birdsville

[MB]

Just A wee coupla O tins in personally relaxing tonight, not hearing too much speak of heavier weight ‘Shock Absorbing’ [emoji120][emoji3590]
Not exactly sure how many vehicle variants are a traversing but is their/there some personal plans for blow-outs, spares [emoji120][emoji120]


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[Stropp]

I’m taking my puncture repair kit , a set of hoses and serpentine belt, filters, oil and 20ltr extra diesel and if I can fit it in the airbag jack, I’ve got 2 canvas bags with assorted tools as well, I think chock is bringing ranger cv’s as he is known for wrecking them ��, I’ve also got insulation tape and repair tape and 2 spares, will also have 4 ltrs of coolant, possibly good if 2 or 3 more others carry some as well just in case. Hopefully nothing is needed ��
Possibly the td boys should look at carry spares between them as well.

[TPC]

When i did Cape York in 2018 i had the belt tensioner seize and fortunately i had a spare, just another spare part to consider. Greece is another thing many don't think about. The following is what spares and tools I can remember I carry.

Air Filter
Oil Filter
Fuel Filter
Engin Oil
Brake Fluid
Greece
Serpintine Belt
Belt Tensioner
All hoses
Hose Clamps
Inner Tube
Valve Stems
Punture Repair Kit
Assortes screws, nuts and bolts
Fencing Wire
Heatshrink
Wire
Pop rivets
Gaffa Tape
WD40
Silicon Spray
Strips of metal
Windscreen repair kit
Mufler bandage kit
Funnel
Thick wood block for under jack
Spare radio antenna
Cable ties
Drill
Rattle Gun
Recip Saw
Angle Grinder
Blower
Comprehencive Tool Kit
Oil Filter Wrench
Tyre Plyers
Ratchet Straps
Torque Wrench
Multimeter
Soldering Iron

[BigRAWesty]

My list of spares

Specific to car
Fuel filter
Air filter
Might grab some nuts and studs...!! (traumatised!!!!)
"Fan" belt.. (electric fan)

General spares
Oil
Coolent concentrate
Need-it putty
Duct tape
Small spanner kit
Socket kit
Screw drivers
Rags
Tyre pliers and levers
16-17" tyre tube
Tyre repair kit including a couple of valves
Tie wire
Ratchet straps..
Air bed repair kit
Rope..
40L Fuel in cans (120L main and 2 jerry's)

Cooking gear
Stove with hotplate
Gas bottle (4kg)
Small camp oven
Campfire cooking post for hotplate over campfire
Cooking utensils.


What am I missing.


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[Stropp]

878638786487865


Floor is carpeted and the fridge and drawers bolted down

[MB]

Legends [emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]
Philstar, any chance of packing some 8mm plate strips along with the 10kva inverter + 15 amp welder [emoji120][emoji3590]


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[MB]

Stropp & MudRunnerTD,
If I nuffy remember correctly we are all splitting into 3 convoys?
Us HillBilly’s at the rear do have a Sand Anchor, probably not needed these days, are you front runners carrying within convoy too?


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[Stropp]

Stropp & MudRunnerTD,
If I nuffy remember correctly we are all splitting into 3 convoys?
Us HillBilly’s at the rear do have a Sand Anchor, probably not needed these days, are you front runners carrying within convoy too?


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Shouldn’t need one mate, there’s enough vehicles and winches and recovery gear among us all.

[PeeBee]

I like the layout, plenty of space around the main items. I usually go for a more compact assy, and you have more room than my 1400 x 1800 canopy it seems.

[Stropp]

I like the layout, plenty of space around the main items. I usually go for a more compact assy, and you have more room than my 1400 x 1800 canopy it seems.

Thanks, mine is 1700w 1750 long and the doors determined where the bits go, I’m going to fit my coffee machine between the two doors where the gap between the fridge and drawers are, fits nicely, in front of the fridge will be the new battery system if I can ver afford one.

[TPC]

I have worked out I can come along on this trip, OK if I bring a mate with his Landcrab?

[Stropp]

I have worked out I can come along on this trip, OK if I bring a mate with his Landcrab?

Don’t want to but unless we get someone pulling out I think we are at the limit mate, it starts to get too cumbersome trying to organise everyone. daz called it some time back


“That's nearlly got to be called FULL. Beyond 10 can get messy and slow.
13 or 14 really is bursting gents. 10G needs to be the final inclusion bar something extraordinary.”

Keep an eye on it and if anyone elspulls out I’ll let you know, don’t like to say it but we do need to keep it manageable unless Darren gives it the ok as he is the trip leader I’m just organising.

[AB]

Don’t want to but unless we get someone pulling out I think we are at the limit mate, it starts to get too cumbersome trying to organise everyone. daz called it some time back


“That's nearlly got to be called FULL. Beyond 10 can get messy and slow.
13 or 14 really is bursting gents. 10G needs to be the final inclusion bar something extraordinary.”

Keep an eye on it and if anyone elspulls out I’ll let you know, don’t like to say it but we do need to keep it manageable unless Darren gives it the ok as he is the trip leader I’m just organising.

This is so difficult, Tony needs to be on this trip as he’s been a huge contributor on our forum and still is.

Captains call, Tony you are more than welcome and we’ll work it out, he’s more than capable than most of us on this trip.

There are a shipload of non forum members on this trip and Tony is priority being a contributor.

Can’t wait mate!!!

This is an NP trip!


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[Stropp]

This is so difficult, Tony needs to be on this trip as he’s been a huge contributor on our forum and still is.

Captains call, Tony you are more than welcome and we’ll work it out, he’s more than capable than most of us on this trip.

There are a shipload of non forum members on this trip and Tony is priority being a contributor.

Can’t wait mate!!!

This is an NP trip!


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I have no problem with who comes and he is more than welcome, just Darren was concerned at the numbers and organisation, however in saying that we will need to stop others from coming now as we still possibly have Snicko/ Nev and Kat who have expressed interest as well as chock so we will end up with 16 or 17 cars so we will definitely need to split the group into two and leave 30 mins apart so we can overlap at stops for a little while so we can mingle a bit.

Ps chock has confirmed his dad John is a non starter so tony is good to go and if he and his mate come then we have 14 or 15by my count.

[Stropp]

So at the moment confirmed will be
Stropp n june
Bob n Di
Winnie n Amy
Darren n Crew
John c n crew
Kallen n crew
Sarah n matt crew
AB n crew
MB n crew
Peebee Phil n Jenny
Chock n Kurt
Tony TPC
TPC mate.

Possibly Snicko n Nev
Kat

Personally I can’t wait to catchup with everyone and have a great trip.
Ps chock messaged is a strong maybe now as well due to electrical issues with his ranger, blown ecu and trying to track down the problem, cost between 4500 and 6k , he’s just gotta stay out of the mud is my suggestion

[Rosetta]

Given the extensive list of confirmed participants, have all necessary logistical arrangements been thoroughly coordinated to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience for everyone involved?

[Plasnart]

Given the extensive list of confirmed participants, have all necessary logistical arrangements been thoroughly coordinated to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience for everyone involved?

You’d be next invited surely based on your invaluable input here bozo.

[BigRAWesty]

Given the extensive list of confirmed participants, have all necessary logistical arrangements been thoroughly coordinated to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience for everyone involved?Yes

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[TPC]

Iwill organize a extree. Crossing, i know Darren willbe inmy group. Maybe a side excersion to geographical center, no tracks.

[TPC]

Whatever you guys decide, i will do my trip

[TPC]

Actually, after reading comments, i know i am not welcome

[Stropp]

Actually, after reading comments, i know i am not welcome

Hi Tony, that’s not the case, i think you have misread what was said, you are more than welcome and you and your mate are on the list of attendees ��*♂️

So at the moment confirmed will be
Stropp n june
Bob n Di
Winnie n Amy
Darren n Crew
John c n crew
Kallen n crew
Sarah n matt crew
AB n crew
MB n crew
Peebee Phil n Jenny
Chock n Kurt
Tony TPC
TPC mate.

Possibly Snicko n Nev
Kat

[AB]

Bring it on gents, time is ticking!

Just did diff oils today, surprisingly no water inside which was great to see.

Time definitely ticking to get our rigs going!


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[Stropp]

Bring it on gents, time is ticking!

Just did diff oils today, surprisingly no water inside which was great to see.

Time definitely ticking to get our rigs going!


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Been busy getting things done and definitely running out of time but pumped to get going

[jay see]

Bring it on gents, time is ticking!

Tell me about it.

Good news is that mechanically I'm all set. Want to look at water storage and a hot water unit of some sort.

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[MudRunnerTD]

I have worked out I can come along on this trip, OK if I bring a mate with his Landcrab?


Don’t want to but unless we get someone pulling out I think we are at the limit mate, it starts to get too cumbersome trying to organise everyone. daz called it some time back


“That's nearlly got to be called FULL. Beyond 10 can get messy and slow.
13 or 14 really is bursting gents. 10G needs to be the final inclusion bar something extraordinary.”

Keep an eye on it and if anyone elspulls out I’ll let you know, don’t like to say it but we do need to keep it manageable unless Darren gives it the ok as he is the trip leader I’m just organising.


This is so difficult, Tony needs to be on this trip as he’s been a huge contributor on our forum and still is.

Captains call, Tony you are more than welcome and we’ll work it out, he’s more than capable than most of us on this trip.

There are a shipload of non forum members on this trip and Tony is priority being a contributor.

Can’t wait mate!!!

This is an NP trip!


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I have no problem with who comes and he is more than welcome, just Darren was concerned at the numbers and organisation, however in saying that we will need to stop others from coming now as we still possibly have Snicko/ Nev and Kat who have expressed interest as well as chock so we will end up with 16 or 17 cars so we will definitely need to split the group into two and leave 30 mins apart so we can overlap at stops for a little while so we can mingle a bit.

Ps chock has confirmed his dad John is a non starter so tony is good to go and if he and his mate come then we have 14 or 15by my count.

We really are Bursting guys. Tony, keen you along on this, it would be great to see you again mate. Can your mate jump in yours mate? There is a heap of Non-Forums which is kinda OK buy we do need to keep it tight, as loose as it is now.

10 years ago we had 11 I think but the thread started at 20 or more. Was mental buy lots dropped out. We are getting to the pointy end of this and we are getting Fat.

I think Snicko jumped on a couple of days ago, she was on the last trip and it would be awesome to see her again.

Do we have an actual Head count by chance?

[MudRunnerTD]

I have posted in the Facebook chat but need to put this here too.

Can everyone that is bringing a vehicle on this trip Please ensure you have a rated recovery point on the front and rear of your vehicle. This is a MINIMUM Requirement. Please understand what a Recovery point is, not a tie down point. If in doubt please take a photo of what you think is a recovery point and either post it here or send me the pic via DM. Happy to chat.

To everyone that has a friend coming in a second or third car, please ensure they understand where we are going and they have their vehicles well maintained and have spares as required. Please also make sure they bring a great attitude and a sense of humour. I'm OK with Drivers coming with no Sand experience, we can do a crash course and plenty of knowledge available.

We ALL as a Group need to ensure we arrive as friends and finish the trip as closer friends, this is the promise we make to each other.

If you have a friend coming who is not on the forum, ask them to sign up and chime in. Obviously not everyone drives a Nissan but a trip like this crosses over, they can join and engage.

I look forward to seeing old friends and new ones. Can't wait.

[TPC]

We really are Bursting guys. Tony, keen you along on this, it would be great to see you again mate. Can your mate jump in yours mate? There is a heap of Non-Forums which is kinda OK buy we do need to keep it tight, as loose as it is now.

10 years ago we had 11 I think but the thread started at 20 or more. Was mental buy lots dropped out. We are getting to the pointy end of this and we are getting Fat.

I think Snicko jumped on a couple of days ago, she was on the last trip and it would be awesome to see her again.

Do we have an actual Head count by chance?

Hi Darren, may be a few of us, we will do our own extreme crossing and meet up in a few places.

[TPC]

Have spoken to a gut that arranges people to do outback survey trips, no tracks involved, was thinking of doing that.

[TPC]

Come along with us Darren, we can meet up with everyone several times.

[Stropp]

We really are Bursting guys. Tony, keen you along on this, it would be great to see you again mate. Can your mate jump in yours mate? There is a heap of Non-Forums which is kinda OK buy we do need to keep it tight, as loose as it is now.

10 years ago we had 11 I think but the thread started at 20 or more. Was mental buy lots dropped out. We are getting to the pointy end of this and we are getting Fat.

I think Snicko jumped on a couple of days ago, she was on the last trip and it would be awesome to see her again.

Do we have an actual Head count by chance?

So at the moment confirmed will be 11/12 cars most with two possibly 4 for families possibly 35 people
Stropp n june
Bob n Di
Winnie n Amy
Darren n Crew
John c n crew
Kallen n crew
Sarah n matt crew
AB n crew
MB n crew
Peebee Phil n Jenny
Chock n Kurt


Possibly Snicko n Nev
Kat

[TPC]

I have decided i am retiring so have heaps of time for this.

[MB]

Sweet TPC Tony Old Mate, Honestly cannot wait to catchup out there [emoji736][emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]


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[MB]

FWIW: Nuffy struggling here meself to keep up with our organisational Shenanigans posted above [emoji23]
Pretty sure us Tail End Hillbilly’s originally voted on “Come one, come all” with as many whom want to adventure, just simply spread out in say convoys of say 5-8 at 30 minute intervals?
Of course each convoy leader should carry a sand anchor so that off track they can get themselves forward to open up a rear vehicle anchor point for the next adventurer [emoji123][emoji736]
FWIW #2: We did get stuck around Dalhousie plains for some 3+ days back in the day, no point driving, mud as thick due to La Nina coming again [emoji182][emoji182]


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[MB]

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[MB]

Please DO Edumacate, All our Beloved Women & Children that ‘Bio-Degradable’ wet wipes are key to saving broken 3-4.0T chassis’s [emoji22]


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[TPC]

87870
Like these.

[MB]

Perfecto Tony [emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]
In all honesty Team, it’ll hopefully only be 3 x days crossing without showers, please do tell your loved ones.
Dalhousie hot springs also has a decent M/F shower block now if Folks want to sud and scrub up at the start.
3 days “hopefully” later we’re all in Birdsville for a good scrub & pub feed [emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]
Merely baby wipe our coights, cocks & twots for the French Line crossing, that’s more than real Frenchies [emoji632] do for hygiene in Europe monthly [emoji23]


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[Stropp]

Perfecto Tony [emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]
In all honesty Team, it’ll hopefully only be 3 x days crossing without showers, please do tell your loved ones.
Dalhousie hot springs also has a decent M/F shower block now if Folks want to sud and scrub up at the start.
3 days “hopefully” later we’re all in Birdsville for a good scrub & pub feed [emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]
Merely baby wipe our coights, cocks & twots for the French Line crossing, that’s more than real Frenchies [emoji632] do for hygiene in Europe monthly [emoji23]


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Thanks for that Mark, now I can’t get that picture out of my mind 🤦*♂️

[TPC]

I won't have a GU Patrol, will I still be welcome.

[BigRAWesty]

I won't have a GU Patrol, will I still be welcome.Not many have a GU on this trip lol.

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[TPC]

I will bring this instead.87875

[TPC]

Perfecto Tony [emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]
In all honesty Team, it’ll hopefully only be 3 x days crossing without showers, please do tell your loved ones.
Dalhousie hot springs also has a decent M/F shower block now if Folks want to sud and scrub up at the start.
3 days “hopefully” later we’re all in Birdsville for a good scrub & pub feed [emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]
Merely baby wipe our coights, cocks & twots for the French Line crossing, that’s more than real Frenchies [emoji632] do for hygiene in Europe monthly [emoji23]


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When we did the Madigan it was a week and a half without showers, apparently it is a scientific fact that clohes cant get any dirtier after 5 days in the desert but they sure as hell get smellier.

[MB]

Legendary Tony, Farkin Beautiful [emoji7] [emoji106][emoji106]
There is a Fair chance IMHO a Y63 needs a good 100 man hours minimum & say $15k to ready this Adventure ahead [emoji123][emoji123]
You’ll Smash IT Brother [emoji736][emoji736]


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[TPC]

Look up the specs on the Patrol Warrior, already raised and ready

[Plasnart]

Legendary Tony, Farkin Beautiful [emoji7] [emoji106][emoji106]
There is a Fair chance IMHO a Y63 needs a good 100 man hours minimum & say $15k to ready this Adventure ahead [emoji123][emoji123]
You’ll Smash IT Brother [emoji736][emoji736]


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Crikies Len Beadell would faint if a factory Y60, Y61, Y62 pulled up alongside. :smiley_thumbs_up:

[MB]

Crikey @Plassy Brother [emoji736][emoji3590]
Len would be disqualified for a Legendary crossing as such [emoji23]
He would though, IMHO, be weary of spare elecy parts, shunt removals, so that our fangdangle weapons can operate cool brews and winch bitching preparations at full voltage [emoji123][emoji123]


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[MB]

Orgyganistational Retarded [emoji23]
Can we ALL please AGREE that Y62 MudRunnerTD Leads our French [emoji632] Crossing.
Depending on final numbers, we will still need ‘Crew/Group’ numbers etc….
May I suggest, maybe [emoji12]

#1 MudRunnerTD
+ 4

#2 Stropp
+4

#3 Westy
+4

etc…..

As long as the dog doesn’t chase its tail we’ll ALL be eating Camel Pies [emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[Stropp]

87878Bought a 200a lithium powerbox to replace the 100a setup, coffee machine all go now 2000w inverter

[MB]

Respecting our Little LB’s teenage wishes tonight in regard not wanting to GU wagon build underway crossing the Simmo this July 🥲[emoji3590]
Onwards & upwards for now, time to boogey and ready my old faithful ute for the desert again, relatively fresh out of Tassie Shenanigans [emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]

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Circa 250L of diesel storage below deck and cheap Mogas/Petrol jerry can storage tray space might be available for the highest Y62 bidders [emoji23][emoji106][emoji106]


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[MB]

No doubt defeats the purpose/serenity of crossing our Beaut Simpson Desert but have just upgraded the home office Starlink ‘standard’ plan to their ‘mobile’ plan.

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I won’t bother affixing the dish [emoji341] to the truck but if anyone coming along needs to wifi onto it in the evenings you’re more than welcome (touch base with family or urgent work needs etc.) [emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]


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[BigRAWesty]

Righto serious time.
Not to sound like an alcoholic....... [emoji848]
But what are people taking?
I'm usually a bourbon and coke fella.
But I don't feel like this will be a sustainable option out bush with limited storage..
Especially premix..

Mrs Niss is taking a couple casts or plod, I might throw in a port for the cold nights. I know Daz will be in for that lol....

Beer is an option but what tastes good out of a can??

Fyi I'm an alcohol enthusiast lol... [emoji1787][emoji23]

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[Stropp]

Righto serious time.
Not to sound like an alcoholic....... [emoji848]
But what are people taking?
I'm usually a bourbon and coke fella.
But I don't feel like this will be a sustainable option out bush with limited storage..
Especially premix..

Mrs Niss is taking a couple casts or plod, I might throw in a port for the cold nights. I know Daz will be in for that lol....

Beer is an option but what tastes good out of a can??

Fyi I'm an alcohol enthusiast lol... [emoji1787][emoji23]

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I can’t drink cans so I will be stubbies and of course take empties out, also Lynchburg lemonade makings, helps being single sometimes 😎

[jay see]

My palate has changed over the last few years. Now it's more Rum, both spiced and not, gin and scotch. Still don't mind a bourbon, beer and wine too. Pretty much anything but vodka.

Premixed are convenient, but I'll probably bring bottles.

Mrs C isn't much of a drinker these days, but will never say no to a tequila shot.



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[MB]

https://youtube.com/shorts/OpZ93pwpyb8?si=oB69w9otI8428Qhx


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[TPC]

My group will have 4 cars, we will do geocentre and geo survey hill, intence 4wd and no tracks, anyone is welcome to join us but capped at 6 cars.

[jay see]

What are the thoughts on exhaust jacks? Never used one or seen one being used, do people still have/use them.

I have the stock Nissan bottle jack and that has worked for me in the past, but how will it go on the sand? I also carry a timber foot plate probably about 200x200x50.



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[jay see]

https://youtube.com/shorts/OpZ93pwpyb8?si=oB69w9otI8428Qhx


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[MB]

What are the thoughts on exhaust jacks? Never used one or seen one being used, do people still have/use them.

I have the stock Nissan bottle jack and that has worked for me in the past, but how will it go on the sand? I also carry a timber foot plate probably about 200x200x50.



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Great things, probably no need to buy one though John Mate, are you still hanging back at the back with us Hillian’s Brother?


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[MB]

First Aid Kits, Anyone [emoji120][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[jay see]

Great things, probably no need to buy one though John Mate, are you still hanging back at the back with us Hillian’s Brother?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI believe so.

Still need to book an overnight stay somewhere halfway to Coober Pedy.

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[MB]

Crikey, I believe there’s now a first half date to meet with accommodation at a pub around say Port Ag? All good, not sure who’s running this Shindig these days? [emoji51] Stropp y Poppy [emoji120] jaysee Brother, It’ll be Alright [emoji736][emoji123][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[MB]

jaysee Brother/Family, we’ll depart as a Mexican Team, maybe a day or two earlier if needed [emoji736][emoji736][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[MB]

A Fair Dinkum FaceAche ShitShow Side Gig I’m McFuckin McThinking [emoji2961][emoji23]


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[Plasnart]

A Fair Dinkum FaceAche ShitShow Side Gig I’m McFuckin McThinking [emoji2961][emoji23]


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Rodney’s towing that McMenu to McVictor Harbour on the way too.

(sorry)

[MB]

Please tell me knowones trying to tow a Chinese McCamper across this trip [emoji51][emoji1696]
Where are ya’ll getting this information [emoji22]


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[jay see]

jaysee Brother/Family, we’ll depart as a Mexican Team, maybe a day or two earlier if needed [emoji736][emoji736][emoji3590][emoji3590]


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI think I was planning on leaving on Thursday, sleep over that night somewhere and drive into Coober on Friday
A Fair Dinkum FaceAche ShitShow Side Gig I’m McFuckin McThinking [emoji2961][emoji23]


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkNo Mcstress mate. It will all fall into place..[emoji3]

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[MB]

Known your good self & son for near on close to a decade, we should think about sharing phone numbers prior to Adventures [emoji23][emoji3590]


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[MB]

TD42’s & TB45’s , we’ll show Em All [emoji23][emoji123][emoji123][emoji736][emoji736]


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[Stropp]

Crikey, I believe there’s now a first half date to meet with accommodation at a pub around say Port Ag? All good, not sure who’s running this Shindig these days? [emoji51] Stropp y Poppy [emoji120] jaysee Brother, It’ll be Alright [emoji736][emoji123][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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Comfort inn port Augusta west is where we have booked, dinner next door at Augusta hotel 87892

[Stropp]

I think I was planning on leaving on Thursday, sleep over that night somewhere and drive into Coober on Friday No Mcstress mate. It will all fall into place..[emoji3]

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This where we are staying in port Augusta
87893

[TPC]

I am taking my 21ft caravan with me.

[jay see]

This where we are staying in port Augusta
87893Yep, went through my emails and found the booking for Thursday..

Cheers gents..

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[Brissieboy]

My group will have 4 cars, we will do geocentre and geo survey hill, intence 4wd and no tracks, anyone is welcome to join us but capped at 6 cars.

Are you sure you can/should get to Geosurvey Hill? It is "no public access" on my maps.

[10G]

What are the thoughts on exhaust jacks? Never used one or seen one being used, do people still have/use them.

I have the stock Nissan bottle jack and that has worked for me in the past, but how will it go on the sand? I also carry a timber foot plate probably about 200x200x50.



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I had an exhaust jack years ago. It was great, easy to use and safe. It hit the exhaust pipe one day and got a hole in it, so that's one issue. Other issue was it tended to become dirty from exhaust gas, which is pretty yucky stuff. But it always worked great, gave plenty of height and always felt safe.

I just have the standard patrol jack and a block of wood, like MB now. If I need to go higher, I use more wood.

[Brissieboy]

After camp 16, are you folks going via Adria Downs (with permission of course) or via the Hay River Track? And why that choice please?

[TPC]

Bern there in 2012, just had to get permission from Aboriginal land council

[BigRAWesty]

So we loaded up for a quick overnight get away / shake down..
Fully loaded we were 3.3T... fk.
Probably 70kg of crap will go out, firewood, dog and stuff.
But need to add 20L of fuel, bigger fridge and more food / tools.
So all in all I think I'll be bang on GVM, if not just a touch overhttps://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/03/61.jpghttps://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/03/62.jpghttps://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/03/63.jpg

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[TPC]

So we loaded up for a quick overnight get away / shake down..
Fully loaded we were 3.3T... fk.
Probably 70kg of crap will go out, firewood, dog and stuff.
But need to add 20L of fuel, bigger fridge and more food / tools.
So all in all I think I'll be bang on GVM, if not just a touch overhttps://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/03/61.jpghttps://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/03/62.jpghttps://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/03/63.jpg

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If you are not over gvm you forgot something important.

[MB]

Don’t forget your Sand Flags [emoji626] Team [emoji106][emoji106]


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[MB]

Highly recommended to me and passing on here these Nitto style 3 stage quick connect versions:

https://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/04/7.jpg

https://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/04/8.jpg

Relatively easy to extend/shorten or remove on the run when needed due to higher driving speeds or dune peak heights [emoji106][emoji106]

https://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/04/9.jpg


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[MudRunnerTD]

First Aid Kits, Anyone [emoji120][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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Sorry folks just catching up. I will have a full 1st Aid kit including an AED.

[TPC]

Sorry folks just catching up. I will have a full 1st Aid kit including an AED.

Same here, will also have Starlink for comms, anyone welcome to use.

[MB]

Has anyone got, or know how to bring along & play a guitar [emoji23][emoji3590]

https://youtu.be/1egvmGzhmhg?si=KR10Wdew3x-TfrDT


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[Stropp]

Has anyone got, or know how to bring along & play a guitar [emoji23][emoji3590]

https://youtu.be/1egvmGzhmhg?si=KR10Wdew3x-TfrDT


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MB I hope you’re bringing the peyote and we can be like cheech and Chong 🤣🤣

[MudRunnerTD]

Has anyone got, or know how to bring along & play a guitar [emoji23][emoji3590]

https://youtu.be/1egvmGzhmhg?si=KR10Wdew3x-TfrDT


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Hahahaha I have no idea how you find this stuff. I can confirm I have at least that much talent. Lol. That bar is very low. Lol. Unfortunately my Carpel Tunnel forced mW to put the guitar away about 25 years ago.

[Stropp]

Getting closer guys 3 mths away, I hope you are all at least 90% organised as it’s coming fast.

[TPC]

I am going to head up early so I can be in NT for NT day fireworks on the 1st.

[AB]

Getting closer guys 3 mths away, I hope you are all at least 90% organised as it’s coming fast.

I have done everything possible to make my Gq reliable for this.

It’s coming up quick, can’t wait for this!

Did someone say they’re bringing their Starlink?


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[Winnie]

Just added the Bushwakka Awning on the car today, hate the look of it but it will stay on until the trip then it will be stored in the garage.
Waiting on delivery of a 120ah lithium battery to go in the portable battery box for use as a temporary dual battery system. https://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/04/129.jpg

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[Stropp]

For anyone wanting a 105amp lithium battery and box with a redarc bcdc I have my old one for sale I can bring with me, $1000 with dc input and solar, anyone on the forum $800, used it to power the fridge on my trip around Oz.
8790987910

[jay see]

I have done everything possible to make my Gq reliable for this.

It’s coming up quick, can’t wait for this!

Did someone say they’re bringing their Starlink?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkYep me too.

Lots of man hours and $$$ have gone into my patrol recently.

Then there's the little extras to make the trip more comfortable. It's a spending spree, but a long overdue one. Have a few goodies coming my way.

I've never done longer trips than a week, so I'm setting up for longer remote trips like this. Guys I've got out with regularly are planning a Flinders rangers trip next year, so I should have everything I need.

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[TPC]

I have done everything possible to make my Gq reliable for this.

It’s coming up quick, can’t wait for this!

Did someone say they’re bringing their Starlink?


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I will have Starlink

[Winnie]

Diesel was $3.19 per litre at Oodnadatta 3 days ago

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[AB]

Diesel was $3.19 per litre at Oodnadatta 3 days ago

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Nice and cheap lol


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[jay see]

Well at least you V8 guys have power on tap and a sweet sweet note. While I'm about the same in fuel consumption if not worse in my 4.5lt boat anchor and power[emoji1787][emoji1787]yeah right..

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[TPC]

Well at least you V8 guys have power on tap and a sweet sweet note. While I'm about the same in fuel consumption if not worse in my 4.5lt boat anchor and power[emoji1787][emoji1787]yeah right..

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I am getting better fuel economy from my V8 than I got from my 3L CRD.

[BigRAWesty]

I am getting better fuel economy from my V8 than I got from my 3L CRD.Stop driving like miss daisey lol..

I doubt Ill will have the 270 awning by this trip..
Weight is a concern as I'm about 110kg on the roof as it sits.
270 awning will push it to about 123kg ish

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[TPC]

Stop driving like miss daisey lol..

I doubt Ill will have the 270 awning by this trip..
Weight is a concern as I'm about 110kg on the roof as it sits.
270 awning will push it to about 123kg ish

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I have a tennis ball under the excelerator pedal.

[MB]

In all Honesty TPC Tony Brother [emoji120][emoji3590]
Please do have a quick Genuine yarn with MudRunnerTD in regard new model Y64 sand drag fuel consumption [emoji51]
Pretty sure if you aint steady/conservative on the pedal you may sneak up and beyond as high as 30L/100km having fully……fun runs up to the likes of mouth of the sand grit Murray [emoji23]


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[MB]

Quick reminder……there is known to be a Fuktonne of Mini-Mozzies @ Dalhousie on Dusk[emoji51]
Beyond‘Bushman’s’ Spray [emoji23]


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[Stropp]

Quick reminder……there is known to be a Fuktonne of Mini-Mozzies @ Dalhousie on Dusk[emoji51]
Beyond‘Bushman’s’ Spray [emoji23]


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I’ll have my desert dwellers cream with me, should be all good 👍

[TPC]

In all Honesty TPC Tony Brother [emoji120][emoji3590]
Please do have a quick Genuine yarn with MudRunnerTD in regard new model Y64 sand drag fuel consumption [emoji51]
Pretty sure if you aint steady/conservative on the pedal you may sneak up and beyond as high as 30L/100km having fully……fun runs up to the likes of mouth of the sand grit Murray [emoji23]


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Been trying to talk to Darren for 2 weeks, he won't call me back.

[MB]

MudRunnerTD ? Lift your game, not your GQ [emoji22]


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[jack]

OK all you travellers worried about excess weight, I have a solution for you.

87925

Get your orders in and I can arrange a pallet load, but be quick!

[BigRAWesty]

T- 1900 hours till launch...

When do we get serious?? Hahahttps://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/04/152.jpg

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[Winnie]

We did a little shake down trip over the weekend with a few mates. Gonna take a few more to get used to packing everything in this car. I never realised how bloody small it is until I tried packing for a trip!
Had to rethink a few things as original plans weren't going to work. That's the idea of these little trips anyway. https://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/04/153.jpghttps://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/04/154.jpg

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[jay see]

We did a little shake down trip over the weekend with a few mates. Gonna take a few more to get used to packing everything in this car. I never realised how bloody small it is until I tried packing for a trip!
Had to rethink a few things as original plans weren't going to work. That's the idea of these little trips anyway. https://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/04/153.jpghttps://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/04/154.jpg

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Yes, they are.

We're doing the same over the ANZAC weekend. I'm going to load everything and see how things work out.


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[AB]

The old girl is fully serviced and ready to go.

Winnie, just gotta tighten the sub tank bolts again lol

I can’t do anything more mechanical, and now I’m onto camping stuff and carrying, supplies etc.

Bring it on!


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[MB]

https://youtu.be/HktV2yGtLv8?si=Iq5dNJJxqarAVC1h


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[TPC]

I am doing Googs on Anzac weekend as a shakedown.

[mudski]

I so wish I was going. Sad panda....

[jay see]

I so wish I was going. Sad panda....Might have something in the pipeline for mid next year mate..

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[MudRunnerTD]

I’ll have my desert dwellers cream with me, should be all good 👍

The cream you had last time was awesome mate. Can you post a pic of the jar

[MudRunnerTD]

Been trying to talk to Darren for 2 weeks, he won't call me back.

Sorry mate, I am smashed at work, my home office owns me at the moment with Long days on site. Was great to chat the other night and happy to chat more mate any time. While im driving is probably the best time to lock me down a the moment.

[MB]

Please DO Tell secrets you Legendary Mogas Y64 nutters [emoji3590][emoji23] [emoji106][emoji106]
Is it 20L /100km from Dalhousie to Birdsville or Full Stink Airborne at Big Red 30L / 100km…undulating, track bastardisation after BRB concerts [emoji51]


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[Stropp]

The cream you had last time was awesome mate. Can you post a pic of the jar

87931
Has changed to natures botanical now mate

[MudRunnerTD]

87931
Has changed to natures botanical now mate

Ladies and Gentlemen, THIS IS A GAME CHANGER. Buy This!!

[BrazilianY60]

What is this? Repellent?

[MudRunnerTD]

What is this? Repellent?

You apply it like sun screen and it is Awesome for keeping the bugs away!

[PeeBee]

Ladies and Gentlemen, THIS IS A GAME CHANGER. Buy This!!

Have been using this for the last 3 yrs on site , especially after the wet when the flies and mozzie population explodes. Used in combination with a fly net and happy days.

[BigRAWesty]

Righto lads.
Post Birdsville what's the plans.
I'm thinking the strez south into the Flinders to fill out the week?

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[AB]

Righto lads.
Post Birdsville what's the plans.
I'm thinking the strez south into the Flinders to fill out the week?

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We’ll be heading east and around down to Innamincka and then probably do cameron’s and who knows what to head home.


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[PeeBee]

Barlows are OUT. Project work collision on site, 3 major activities to execute before August, cant get away. Not happy.

[AB]

Barlows are OUT. Project work collision on site, 3 major activities to execute before August, cant get away. Not happy.

Bugger Phill no good!!!


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[PeeBee]

Bugger Phill no good!!!


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Was always on the cards, this place is out of control, and very reactive. Lots of delays in baseline data supply, financial release, contract awards processes of 8 months - stupid. I now have a log jam and cant walk out on them.

[MB]

Yeast [emoji51] Serious vag bacteria notice [emoji2959]
We are all better off ingesting properly brewed stuff ????? WTF PeeBee [emoji123][emoji123]


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[Stropp]

We’ll be heading east and around down to Innamincka and then probably do cameron’s and who knows what to head home.


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Yes east to haddon cnr, dig tree then Cameron corner the across to the strezleki track and down into the flinders

[TPC]

Apologies for the delay here Folks. I have been waiting for a reply from Michael in Coober Pedy to no avail.
It appears he may have sold his underground motel as it has been found online now under a different trading name.
Nevertheless AB, myself and our kids have just booked 2 x nights ( July 5th & 6th 2024 ) in a 3 bedroom underground apartment here at Michael’s old place:

https://desertview.com.au/

I can highly recommend this place as we spent a few weeks stuck there working in a Covid lockdown during 2021 and found it very secure with tools etc… Just a 10 minute walk into town, maybe 20 stumbling back :-)

AB has just made contact with the Birdsville Tourist Park too and was advised to call back in 4 weeks time for booking as it’s too early for July 12th 2024. (exactly 1 year away today).


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I have stayed there several times for work, dated but very good.

[PeeBee]

Yeast [emoji51] Serious vag bacteria notice [emoji2959]
We are all better off ingesting properly brewed stuff ????? WTF PeeBee [emoji123][emoji123]


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Priorities and responsibilities, nothing more. Walking away will degrade the delivery program and put the site at risk. I won't do it. Simpson Desert isn't going anywhere, can do it later. Holidays are not on my mind right now.

[Rossco]

Bugger Phil, no good. . .

For us after Birdsville heading down the Birdsville Track as have never done it before and will be good too tick off the list. Stay a night at the Mungerannie Pub, maybe do the inside track too depending on conditions . .

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[mudski]

We’ll be heading east and around down to Innamincka and then probably do cameron’s and who knows what to head home.


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You're literally be a stones throw from where my daughter was working. Please hurl a grenade at the joint!

[AB]

You're literally be a stones throw from where my daughter was working. Please hurl a grenade at the joint!

Give us the address and we’ll do a poo bag fire knock lol


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[jay see]

Righto lads.
Post Birdsville what's the plans.
I'm thinking the strez south into the Flinders to fill out the week?

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Hopefully we'll be able to tag along with some of the Vic boys

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[MB]

You're literally be a stones throw from where my daughter was working. Please hurl a grenade at the joint!

Every hard (white fellas) blokes have a soft button on their lower L/R chin, head on back and tap/slap or should it become Litigous [emoji22][emoji123]


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[Plasnart]

Every hard (white fellas) blokes have a soft button on their lower L/R chin, head on back and tap/slap or should it become Litigous [emoji22][emoji123]


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Haha brackets so true otherwise legs.

[Rossco]

88000

Little fella is studying up on the trip. . . . thinks we should take the Madigan Line. . . ;)

[10G]

Don't know what you'd call 'em, but there are lots and lots of 'whoop de do's' or 'corrugations on steroids' on the Madigan that'd put that young bloke to sleep, up and down and up and down ...

88001

Plenty of spots to get a good nights sleep as well.

[Stropp]

Ok so this is my plan after Birdsville 88009

[Cuppa]

Ok so this is my plan after Birdsville 88009

No idea if Walkers Crossing is/will be open, but if it is, it’s a good drive from Birdsville to Innaminka. Whilst at Innaminka the best thung you can do there is drive up to Coongie Lakes for a couple of nights.

[10G]

Ok so this is my plan after Birdsville 88009

You could drop in at the Betoota Pub, that's been open for a few years now, I'm assuming it's still open.

Not a fan of that drive down to Innaminka, too stoney and dull and never seems to end.

Farina Ruins is nice place to stop for a while, or it was a few years ago.

[AB]

9 weeks to go!!!


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[AB]

Ok so this is my plan after Birdsville 88009

Is that just you doing this Stropp?


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[Stropp]

Is that just you doing this Stropp?


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No mate anyone is welcome, bob n di are coming as well and possibly kallen n Nissa depending on their schedule, I’m thinking camp at haddon like we did last time then either Burke n wills dig tree or innamincka before Cameron corner so 3 nights, then down to farina, wilpena pound and Quorn. Nothing set in concrete.

[Stropp]

Ok so for those not on the messenger chat, you will need to book your desert pass online and also your camping, they require you to book a site now so when you have paid online for the pass then book your camping and use the reference number of your pass to get free camping at Dalhousie .
https://www.parks.sa.gov.au/book-and-pay/desert-parks-pass

https://www.parks.sa.gov.au/parks/witjira-national-park/booking/73186

[BigRAWesty]

No mate anyone is welcome, bob n di are coming as well and possibly kallen n Nissa depending on their schedule, I’m thinking camp at haddon like we did last time then either Burke n wills dig tree or innamincka before Cameron corner so 3 nights, then down to farina, wilpena pound and Quorn. Nothing set in concrete.We're 100% follwing bloke.
We're not needed back till the weekend of the 20th.
So have plenty of time for Innamincka.
We may shoot once we hit the Flinders but would love to get to Farina again for a pie..

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[Stropp]

We're 100% follwing bloke.
We're not needed back till the weekend of the 20th.
So have plenty of time for Innamincka.
We may shoot once we hit the Flinders but would love to get to Farina again for a pie..

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More than welcome mate, we can sort it out as we go.

[MudRunnerTD]

Ok so this is my plan after Birdsville 88009

We will part ways at Cameron's Corner and head South East.

[AB]

Ok so for those not on the messenger chat, you will need to book your desert pass online and also your camping, they require you to book a site now so when you have paid online for the pass then book your camping and use the reference number of your pass to get free camping at Dalhousie .
https://www.parks.sa.gov.au/book-and-pay/desert-parks-pass

https://www.parks.sa.gov.au/parks/witjira-national-park/booking/73186


All done Stropp. MB & AB

Guys, make sure you get the desert pass first as it also covers the cost of Dalhousie campground.

Still need to book it but no need to pay.

[Stropp]

Fitted the winch today, runva 13xp that I had on the patrol, all up and working 8801388012

[AB]

Fitted the winch today, runva 13xp that I had on the patrol, all up and working 8801388012

I fitted my new washer bottle on the Gq and it didn’t work. Nightmare!

Pumps working, lines are clear, manually pushed water through, what the F is going on?

I spent a good hour diagnosing it and couldn’t work it out. Swapping washer motors etc.

I then filled the entire bottle up with water and it worked straight away.

It must need an initial pressure prime. Such a simple job and I nearly punched that new washer bottle into the 4th dimension today lol


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[jay see]

I fitted my new washer bottle on the Gq and it didn’t work. Nightmare!

Pumps working, lines are clear, manually pushed water through, what the F is going on?

I spent a good hour diagnosing it and couldn’t work it out. Swapping washer motors etc.

I then filled the entire bottle up with water and it worked straight away.

It must need an initial pressure prime. Such a simple job and I nearly punched that new washer bottle into the 4th dimension today lol


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[Stropp]

Did a trial run packing the gear into the car today, all fits without any dramas so I’m happy with it all, just trying to source an alloy sheet to screw to the roofrack to attach my Oztent and swag to so I can cover all weather.

[MB]

Noticed on other threads, whilst zipping between house duties & shed Simo prep duties a few NP.com.au crossing members here might be worried about conscientious rubbish cartage [emoji3590][emoji3590]
A past life enterprise logo still attached but do have 4 available FOC for the crossing:

https://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/05/10.jpg

Suitable only for wagon rear spare tyres between 33-35”, you’ll need your own Occy/Rubber straps to secure.
Can cart the 4 x to Coober Pedy for meetup/collection, otherwise I’m beer swapping them with locals for Opal underground carry shoulder bags [emoji161][emoji736][emoji23]


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[Stropp]

Noticed on other threads, whilst zipping between house duties & shed Simo prep duties a few NP.com.au crossing members here might be worried about conscientious rubbish cartage [emoji3590][emoji3590]
A past life enterprise logo still attached but do have 4 available FOC for the crossing:

https://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/05/10.jpg

Suitable only for wagon rear spare tyres between 33-35”, you’ll need your own Occy/Rubber straps to secure.
Can cart the 4 x to Coober Pedy for meetup/collection, otherwise I’m beer swapping them with locals for Opal underground carry shoulder bags [emoji161][emoji736][emoji23]


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Still got 2 of these, top quality gear.

[Winnie]

Noticed on other threads, whilst zipping between house duties & shed Simo prep duties a few NP.com.au crossing members here might be worried about conscientious rubbish cartage [emoji3590][emoji3590]
A past life enterprise logo still attached but do have 4 available FOC for the crossing:

https://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/05/10.jpg

Suitable only for wagon rear spare tyres between 33-35”, you’ll need your own Occy/Rubber straps to secure.
Can cart the 4 x to Coober Pedy for meetup/collection, otherwise I’m beer swapping them with locals for Opal underground carry shoulder bags [emoji161][emoji736][emoji23]


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkVery generous offer MB, the issue Darren and I have is our stupid cars haven't got a bloody spare wheel hanging off the back!

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[Stropp]

Noticed on other threads, whilst zipping between house duties & shed Simo prep duties a few NP.com.au crossing members here might be worried about conscientious rubbish cartage [emoji3590][emoji3590]
A past life enterprise logo still attached but do have 4 available FOC for the crossing:

https://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/05/10.jpg

Suitable only for wagon rear spare tyres between 33-35”, you’ll need your own Occy/Rubber straps to secure.
Can cart the 4 x to Coober Pedy for meetup/collection, otherwise I’m beer swapping them with locals for Opal underground carry shoulder bags [emoji161][emoji736][emoji23]


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Can I grab one mate for bob my mate that’s coming with us please?

[AB]

8 weeks…

Time ticking….

Starting to plan food and packing now, happy days gents, bring it on!

I did a rough plan, simple trip really but the list grows when you start to think about it.

Yay!!!


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[Stropp]

8 weeks…

Time ticking….

Starting to plan food and packing now, happy days gents, bring it on!

I did a rough plan, simple trip really but the list grows when you start to think about it.

Yay!!!


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Yes I’m looking at taking pre cooked vacuum sealed meals so I just need to pop them into hot water to warm them for night meals, 12v oven for midday snacks and fresh breakfast wraps, all in the fridge and freezer, also bringing the Cobb for the obligatory rack of lamb in the desert 😎

[AB]

Unfortunately Mia has pulled out of this trip.

I knew she wasn’t super keen.

I just broke the news to poor Dazz.

Upside is Lachy is super excited for a boys trip and he gets front seat the whole trip.


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[AB]

If Mia’s mum can’t have her for 3 weeks, I’m in big trouble!!!


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[MB]

Going through the same scenario too Bro [emoji3590] It’s going to be all ok though [emoji736] Worst case scenario, our Little Ladies will be In-Cab crossing and their Beautiful Mothers might have to tag along in rear wheel bags [emoji161][emoji23]


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[TPC]

My daughter is still coming, she is a little older than your kids at 35.

[jay see]

Got our desert parks book in the mail.
Nice map with it..

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[MB]

Cannot find my old school Midgee/Mini Mozzie box net anywhere in the shed, hopefully this shall Dalhousie suffice on dusk [emoji1696]

https://www.oztrail.com.au/mothers-day-gift-ideas/

Edit..Picture [emoji23]

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[jay see]

Cannot find my old Midgee/Mini Mozzie box net anywhere in the shed, hopefully this shall Dalhousie suffice on dusk [emoji1696]

https://www.oztrail.com.au/mothers-day-gift-ideas/


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[MB]

Beat me to the Edit: [emoji3578][emoji23][emoji106][emoji106]


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[MB]

Comfortable Prevention is merely an hour or two [emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[Stropp]

Cannot find my old school Midgee/Mini Mozzie box net anywhere in the shed, hopefully this shall Dalhousie suffice on dusk [emoji1696]

https://www.oztrail.com.au/mothers-day-gift-ideas/

Edit..Picture [emoji23]

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I just bought mozfog on sale 2for 1 so I’ll take both with me and turn them on to hopefully keep them repelled,.
88035

[Stropp]

Received my mozfog cans but will save them for the simmo, I guess I’ll find out then how well they work 🤣

[Winnie]

I may be looking through Rose coloured glasses but I cannot remember mozzies being a problem at all?

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[AB]

I may be looking through Rose coloured glasses but I cannot remember mozzies being a problem at all?

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You and I don’t remember much at Dalhousie unfortunately lol

Did someone say quiches?


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[Winnie]

You and I don’t remember much at Dalhousie unfortunately lol

Did someone say quiches?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkHahaha, frozen spinach and ricotta pastries at 2am were great [emoji2957]

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[Stropp]

For those not on fb chat please let me know how many are coming to dinner in Port Augusta so I can update the hotel for catering purposes.

[MB]

x2 [emoji120][emoji120]


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[MB]

I may be looking through Rose coloured glasses but I cannot remember mozzies being a problem at all?

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Merely standard dusk practice close to warmer than atmospheric H20 Winstar [emoji120]
Please DO warn little loved ones that the Vampires are still active 24/7 within Dalhousie’s cool Masonary Dunny/Shower block….environment [emoji51][emoji736][emoji2957]


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[AB]

x2 [emoji120][emoji120]


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X2 as well Stropp


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[Stropp]

Received my parks booklet today 👌

[Brissieboy]

Just some little bits of info that I hope may be useful (just came back from double crossing)
- Flies - there are a lot and repellants only seem to work for about 30 minutes at best
- Few mozzies at Delhousie but not near as bad as some led us to expect
- Madigan is badly chopped up, and not just the dunes. The dunes are so bad that you cannot get up much momentum, just violent lurching from side to side. Need low pressures and just walk up them.
- Make sure everything is well packed so things will not get damaged or broken
- If your seat belt rubs your shoulder or neck consider one of those lambswool socks for some protection
- A couple of dunes are REAL soft
- Sand flag masts tend to unscrew at the joins. A wrap of tape around the joint works.
- Keep traction control OFF - forgot a couple of times and needed to have another go.
- No matter what path you chose on a corrugated road, another path will always look better.

I used 106 litres Birdsville to Mt Dare 596k (French Line & Rig Rd), 136 litres Finke to Birdsville 821k (Grandpa spec GU wagon).

[AB]

Just some little bits of info that I hope may be useful (just came back from double crossing)
- Flies - there are a lot and repellants only seem to work for about 30 minutes at best
- Few mozzies at Delhousie but not near as bad as some led us to expect
- Madigan is badly chopped up, and not just the dunes. The dunes are so bad that you cannot get up much momentum, just violent lurching from side to side. Need low pressures and just walk up them.
- Make sure everything is well packed so things will not get damaged or broken
- If your seat belt rubs your shoulder or neck consider one of those lambswool socks for some protection
- A couple of dunes are REAL soft
- Sand flag masts tend to unscrew at the joins. A wrap of tape around the joint works.
- Keep traction control OFF - forgot a couple of times and needed to have another go.
- No matter what path you chose on a corrugated road, another path will always look better.

I used 106 litres Birdsville to Mt Dare 596k (French Line & Rig Rd), 136 litres Finke to Birdsville 821k (Grandpa spec GU wagon).

Thanks mate. That’s some great intel of our trip, appreciate it.

It’s going to be even better for us after the Bash…


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[AB]

I do love the corrugated comment lol

You spend half your time chasing the “better” line.


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[MudRunnerTD]

Flies were defintely a thing before dark, dont remember mozzies though. that Rosewood cream worked a rippa.


MB i might grab one of those bags if you still have a spate mate, my Redback has some splits in it, trying to get my shit together for 2 spare tyres off the Raslarr rear bar in time. My List is Very Very Very Very Long.

[Brissieboy]

Flies were defintely a thing before dark, dont remember mozzies though. that Rosewood cream worked a rippa.
We set off fairly early to avoid the worst of the flies and kept going until beer-o'clock for the same reason. They are only around during daylight. Daytime stops we just wore fly veils. Just remember to NOT spit while wearing your veil, although you can suck on a tinnie with a little care.
And the mozzies were definitely not a problem - just a few at Delhousie and they will get fewer as the temps drop further.
Regardless, you will definitely enjoy your trip.
Now comes the arduous task of trying to get rid of the dust out of the vehicle - it's everywhere!!

[TPC]

On our Simpson trip last year we also found the mozzies not so bad at Dalhousie but the time before they were the worst I had seen. Fly nets are a must, take spares incase you misplace them.

[MudRunnerTD]

On our Simpson trip last year we also found the mozzies not so bad at Dalhousie but the time before they were the worst I had seen. Fly nets are a must, take spares incase you misplace them.

They sold them over the Bar at Mt Dare pub too.

[MB]

Flies are annoying, vampires spread their love [emoji3059] Stay Safe [emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[Brissieboy]

Flies are annoying, vampires spread their love [emoji3059] Stay Safe [emoji3590][emoji3590]


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Did not strike any vampires on our travels. Maybe you will have better luck.

[MB]

Cheers BB Mate [emoji23][emoji106][emoji106]
I’m almost ready, postman has finally delivered my stick mag and lube kindly advised by others also to safeguard worst case/timing once personally experienced too for potential RR Fever Love [emoji3062] [emoji3590]
It certainly is greasy stuff, there may not be any left prior to departure [emoji123][emoji23]

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[Stropp]

Cheers BB Mate [emoji23][emoji106][emoji106]
I’m almost ready, postman has finally delivered my stick mag and lube kindly advised by others also to safeguard worst case/timing once personally experienced too for potential RR Fever Love [emoji3062] [emoji3590]
It certainly is greasy stuff, there may not be any left prior to departure [emoji123][emoji23]

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Ha ha ha 🤣

[Stropp]

Don’t forget to bring a bag of firewood please for Dalhousie and the 3 nights across the simpson, there will be nothing available north of port Augusta and I don’t know if we can get any there but imagine we can. I’ll bring my firepit and also some heat beads as they work well with a few lumps of wood

[MB]

Haven’t read my Booklet yet Stroppstar but unfortunately don’t remember us being allowed or not a fire at Dalhousie on a Covid days work trip [emoji51]
We certainly didn’t have one at camp, poor memory but think the voluntary caretakers there said no way IIRC [emoji22]


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[PeeBee]

Dr Google says fires ok at Dalhousie outside of Nov to March due to fire hazard and must in permanent fire pits

[AB]

Haven’t read my Booklet yet Stroppstar but unfortunately don’t remember us being allowed or not a fire at Dalhousie on a Covid days work trip [emoji51]
We certainly didn’t have one at camp, poor memory but think the voluntary caretakers there said no way IIRC [emoji22]


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Back then you could catch Covid from just looking at a fire.


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[Stropp]

Spent the day cooking and vacuum packing meals, just finished the chicken kofta and also a slow cooked stew to be vacuum packed tomorrow when it cools down, on the home run now 😁

[BigRAWesty]

How are we all tracking peeps.
Been lucky enough to snag the old man's CFX75DZ fridge freezer for this trip.
Need to make surround to keep everything free.
Also making a few last minute mods to the draws.
Removing some material from the floor.
No need for it to be 1 full piece.

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[jay see]

ETA on the rear bar is 16th June. Hopefully painted the next day and then off for fitment. Mechanically I'm done, just go over a few things as it gets closer. Make sure everything is tight. Going to start vacuum sealing dinners this week and look at some of the smaller things, repellent, new thermals, camp chairs and storage boxes (due to the cargo barrier) need a couple smaller ones.

Still trying to get a new rack and awning before the trip, but we'll see how that goes.

Super excited and a bit nervous, we both are..

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[MB]

Somewhat testing the other Aii McForum spiced ham here tonight. [emoji51] Stress less Johnstar & Misso, we are not travelling to the ends of the McEarth. Plenty of support across this Forum and Travelling upwards together too [emoji736][emoji736][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[jack]

Looks like the Simpson Desert Recovery Service is up and running, this might interest some on this trip:

https://hemamaps.com/blogs/location-guides/new-simpson-desert-recovery-service?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_35vBaLYr8sybougv0eKYzisLk_mbi3ayB-uzkZ_6ljMSANGOR-GrbdxDutrZ2s4YPSU5ttvViGL0d82FAOFsciPjSEw&_hsmi=308977034&utm_content=308977034&utm_source=hs_email

[Brissieboy]

Looks like the Simpson Desert Recovery Service is up and running, this might interest some on this trip:

https://hemamaps.com/blogs/location-guides/new-simpson-desert-recovery-service?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_35vBaLYr8sybougv0eKYzisLk_mbi3ayB-uzkZ_6ljMSANGOR-GrbdxDutrZ2s4YPSU5ttvViGL0d82FAOFsciPjSEw&_hsmi=308977034&utm_content=308977034&utm_source=hs_email

Just be aware that their coverage is somewhat limited - certainly not all, and not both ways. And with a group travelling, there is plenty of help on site.
Not saying that it is not a worthwhile service, but just do your homework first.

[AB]

It’s a shame this post is dead quiet but flaming hot chats on Facebook.

Facebook 10 year anniversary lol


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[MB]

Not on Faceache personally, thankfully, but I do recall when a heap of GQ Geelongish Youngens mouthed off about a simple Sunday drive up Ellis Track [emoji23] Poor Buggers got slammed with tickets/rebuild projects by awaiting compliance officers [emoji51]


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[MB]

Somewhat testing the other Aii McForum spiced ham here tonight. [emoji51] Stress less Johnstar & Misso, we are not travelling to the ends of the McEarth. Plenty of support across this Forum and Travelling upwards together too [emoji736][emoji736][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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A great point MB [emoji23]
The reason I decided to finally join this great Forum…circa 2015 was when I was in trouble on a highway with elecy fan/overheating issues [emoji51]
One phonecall to AB and within minutes he did do a Forum assistance call here. I was kindly redirected, via phone, to a Legendary member then nearby in Shepparton to clear his auto electrical shop schedule to keep me & my then 6YO Baby Daughter rolling in 40C summer heat[emoji120][emoji120][emoji3590][emoji3590]
Let’s see if FaceFark can ever achieve Old School Camaraderie [emoji123][emoji123][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[MB]

That’s it, I’m off and rolling reminiscing of NP.com.au Forum assistant packages for many others too IIRC [emoji736][emoji736][emoji3590]

Satellite [emoji341] phones have definitely been utilised in my presence by members to contact Old School Guru members across Australia [emoji1037] to assist their own vehicle failures during Adventures.

Cannot imagine any of us/them could have connected/formed friendships as truly honourable through FaceBuck? [emoji848]


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[Stropp]

Just got a message from Garmin to say they will no longer allow posting to fb or twitter from their devices, that’s shit as that is how I was keeping in contact with my emergency contacts when travelling on m6 own, no explanation just as of July 1st 😡

[Stropp]

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1481606045467172/?multi_permalinks=3320202411607517&ref=share
Latest road closures

[Stropp]

88072
Big rain again at birdsville

[MudRunnerTD]

88072
Big rain again at birdsville

hahaha, its actually a pretty kool photo to be fair, but it certainly isnt representative of a flood in Birdsville.

[AB]

Prepping my first meals tonight cryovac portions and the patrol freezer is officially on and ready to go!

Shit is getting real now!


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[Stropp]

Prepping my first meals tonight cryovac portions and the patrol freezer is officially on and ready to go!

Shit is getting real now!


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Yep mine is done however a good tip is don’t cook the peas n corn then try to cryovac, just cryovac the frozen ones and heat up when you are ready to use.

[AB]

Yep mine is done however a good tip is don’t cook the peas n corn then try to cryovac, just cryovac the frozen ones and heat up when you are ready to use.

Thanks mate, I’m pretty new to cryovac.

Ok to cryovac pasta sauces with the pasta or spaghetti to reheat or better cooking separately at camp?


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[Winnie]

Thanks mate, I’m pretty new to cryovac.

Ok to cryovac pasta sauces with the pasta or spaghetti to reheat or better cooking separately at camp?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkHaven't tried with cooked pasta inside the bag, I cook the pasta seperately then chuck the bag in with the pasta for the last couple of minutes.

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[jay see]

Thanks mate, I’m pretty new to cryovac.

Ok to cryovac pasta sauces with the pasta or spaghetti to reheat or better cooking separately at camp?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI'm new to all this too, but I'm going to freeze just the sauce and while the pasta cooks I'll heat up the sauce. Just got to remember to get the sauce out of the freezer the day before..

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[Plasnart]

Thanks mate, I’m pretty new to cryovac.

Ok to cryovac pasta sauces with the pasta or spaghetti to reheat or better cooking separately at camp?


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Yeah nah don’t reheat cooked and frozen pasta mate. Cook that at camp if you can carry the water required.

[Stropp]

I froze my pasta so I’ll see how it goes, rice I’m just getting the cooked packet rice you reheat, I’ve got spaghetti bog and chilli con carn, rissoles, sausages, chicken kofta and stew cryovaced and packets of Deb instant mashed potatoes and frozen veg, I can reheat everything in hot water and then do the Deb mashed potatoes with the hot water and also use the rest of the water to wash the forks and burn the paper plates, if the pasta is no good then I’ll just Chuck it out 🤷*♂️

[AB]

I froze my pasta so I’ll see how it goes, rice I’m just getting the cooked packet rice you reheat, I’ve got spaghetti bog and chilli con carn, rissoles, sausages, chicken kofta and stew cryovaced and packets of Deb instant mashed potatoes and frozen veg, I can reheat everything in hot water and then do the Deb mashed potatoes with the hot water and also use the rest of the water to wash the forks and burn the paper plates, if the pasta is no good then I’ll just Chuck it out [emoji1745]*[emoji3603]

Nice!

I’m making up the following sauces

Butter chicken
Carbonara
Spaghetti
Beef stew
Madras curry
Marinara

Then just the usual
Steak, snitty, sausages and frozen veges, etc.


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[AB]

Yeah nah don’t reheat cooked and frozen pasta mate. Cook that at camp if you can carry the water required.

That’s my only concern is do I have enough water to do my meals and lachys meals with 2 pots of water for each meal.

I was considering to just reheat the sauces as normal in saucepan and wipe clean.


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[Stropp]

That’s my only concern is do I have enough water to do my meals and lachys meals with 2 pots of water for each meal.

I was considering to just reheat the sauces as normal in saucepan and wipe clean.


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I have 2x5 LTR water bottles and a usb pump, I reckon that will well and truly be enough plus a 24 pack of 600 ml drinking water. https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwi5sZzt0ruGAxU4C4MDHejfAB8YABAOGgJzZg&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIubGc7dK7hgMVOAuDAx3o3wAfEAQYBCAB EgL8OfD_BwE&ohost=www.google.com.au&cid=CAASJeRoImi_Wxb6Qwdh0-7gslDrVXqL2ffk0b_7rZ7xHTpKMvucXMM&sig=AOD64_2Q95ex1jdqczeRF_tGfd79_gTMzw&ctype=5&q=&ved=2ahUKEwj0wpjt0ruGAxVZcmwGHbS9BzIQ5bgDKAB6BAgHE Bo&adurl=

[Stropp]

88073 found out the bt ranger cup holder is perfect 🤣

[Stropp]

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One last lake to cross. The Simpson Desert is awash after recent rain. Driving conditions were very difficult with long sections of muddy ruts covered in water. While none of our party got bogged, two 200 Series LandCruiser’s alternators died, and then completely ran out of power and stopped at Big Red. One was towed into Birdsville while the other needed assistance from Birdsville Hotel recovery vehicle. And we picked up a stranded motorcyclist. It was full on.88074

[jay see]

Looked at a few different ideas for storage. Ended up with a couple kings 45l boxes and with a few of the clear top bags I think I'm sorted.
Last photo is of everything that was in the box.

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[MB]

FWIW: Thanks Stroppstar Legend [emoji123][emoji106][emoji106] Confirming yet again that Toyota’s V8 squeezy peazy was a schemozzle [emoji22]
Not sure which arse end of Japan (Datsun Ours Too) decided to engineer an alternator down low [emoji22]
Please don’t tell owners that for a measly $5k ++ they can purchase a sealed Aussie Alternator cooled via water (mine spec) [emoji736]
Personally, we’ll be sticking with our Patrol’s, at least they run the same sand track wheelbase front to rear without $14-$18k out of the SHOWROOM [emoji23][emoji23]


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[MB]

Mozzies LOVE Water [emoji23][emoji23]


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[MB]

https://youtu.be/KhcaPNuaJNU?si=WPD28nCzcXk3mZcY


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[AB]

Mozzies LOVE Water [emoji23][emoji23]


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The nets we bought we may come in handy perhaps!

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[MB]

Looks like a Fox [emoji1663] [emoji22]


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[MB]

[emoji3590][emoji3590][emoji3590][emoji3590][emoji23]


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[AB]

Taken off fb
One last lake to cross. The Simpson Desert is awash after recent rain. Driving conditions were very difficult with long sections of muddy ruts covered in water. While none of our party got bogged, two 200 Series LandCruiser’s alternators died, and then completely ran out of power and stopped at Big Red. One was towed into Birdsville while the other needed assistance from Birdsville Hotel recovery vehicle. And we picked up a stranded motorcyclist. It was full on.88074

Imagine what it’s going to be like for the Big Red Bash.

Absolute carnage!!!


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[Rossco]

Yeah not ideal for the BRB unless she dries out. . Hopefully everythings open for our timing, was not going to bother taking spare alternator but will leave the spare one under the seat usually for Vic / Tassie mud madness. . .

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[Stropp]

Imagine what it’s going to be like for the Big Red Bash.

Absolute carnage!!!


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Hopefully no more rain and it dries out a bit in the next month 🤞

[BigRAWesty]

30 days to go!!!!!
We're well into prepping meals too. Will be cooking over the next few weeks a few meals to freeze..
A few meals attached..
Fridge surround just about done, going all out and putting in a shelf for a window box. This will house extinguisher, recovery gear, puncher kit and tools, etc.
Free up a draw, and roof rack space..

Was checking the underground apartment email.
Make sure you check in before you leave so they can email us the room packs etc just incase there is no service..

As for cryovac meals yea we generally don't add pasta, however absolutely cook in the sauce on the night. Just add more water for the re heat.

And yea 100% with stropp, any veg (unless it's hard like fresh potato or carrots) add uncooked or it'll turn to mush..

If doing soups or liquids semi feeze first till it crystallises then put into bag and cyro.
Or find a container that's close to bag size and freeze then cryo..https://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/06/14.jpghttps://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/06/15.jpghttps://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2024/06/16.jpg

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[Rossco]

Yikes shes getting close, have cryoed a few cooked meals pastas / curries etc, the rest will just be some tasty meats, snagz, chicken etc then meals will be done. . Freezer suround/ base pretty much done to sit on middle back seat, new swag will be ready by the end of the week thank goodness so will play with that this weekend. All barwork back from the powdercoaters looking fresh, car booked in for last service in couple of weeks. .

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Little fella also got his first down sleeping bag looks very cosy[emoji106][emoji106]

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Can't bloody wait still a bit to go but getting there lol. . .

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[BrazilianY60]

What is the difference between frozen and cryo'd food?

[MB]

FWIW: Cryo sealing at home is not the best all/end all [emoji23]
I believe most trucks are running a small fridge & seperate new age freezer? [emoji848]
4 weeks to go, I promise you’ll all that such a short 2.5 week beautiful trip you’ll suffice moving Aldi already Crying selected deep freeze storage hard as a rock in time [emoji23]

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[MB]

What is the difference between frozen and cryo'd food?

Butchers kindly used to put pads atop of pointy bones, like T bones prior to sucking oxygen out of baggies before desert type trips without 12v fridges [emoji23]


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