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

[Stropp]

Ok guys to save confusion I’ve started another Simpson thread.
Meet at Coober Pedy july 5th 2024 at MB mate’s place leave on Sunday 7th for Oodnadatta and Dalhousie springs, 8th into Mt Dare to top up fuel, a beer and a photo then back to Dalhousie.
9th Darren to lead the convoy on the French line, this time we will do a steady crossing with 3 overnight stops due to partners and kids coming along to break it up a bit.
I suggest we each book the Birdsville caravan park as sites will be at a premium due to the brb around that time as we will or should arrive on the afternoon of the 12th, that gives us an overnight in Birdsville before heading to haddon corner and Cameron corner on the way home.
Please let me know if there are any other suggestions and if not we will lock it in, I assume Darren mudrunner will be ok leading again and Mb will let us know the details of the place in Coober Pedy.
Cheers Stropp

Ps don’t forget your desert parks pass

[Rossco]

Sounds wicked can't wait. . . Will meet @ Dalhausie most likely but fair way off still lol . .

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[MB]

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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[Stropp]

Well I can’t wait to get out there again and have another freeze dried meal 🤣🤣🤣87030

[Stropp]

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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Hi MB , I’ve emailed the desert view asking about group discount so will await their reply and if AB can ask Birdsville caravan park as well that would be great, no harm in asking even if they say no. Cheers Stropp

[Rossco]

Yeah very good idea to book early, I just did a spreadsheet to plan it all out ,looks like will be about a three and a half week trip showing down the pace considerably and checking out some things that have been on the list for a while. . Think will head back down the Birdsville track as have never done that before and be good to cross off the list[emoji106][emoji106]

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[AB]

Can’t wait blokes, let’s hope Winnie brings new batteries for his cooker this time too!!!


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[Winnie]

Can’t wait blokes, let’s hope Winnie brings new batteries for his cooker this time too!!!


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI've got a new motor for it but still running the old batteries!
We are 50/50 on coming now, finding it hard to justify the trip over a new kitchen

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[MB]

Upon “Reflection” tonight Chrisso Brother [emoji3590] I DO remember Mum complaining about not having cupboard doors in our kitchen for some 15+ years. It is beautiful though how we Family to this day still enjoy the memories of AB nearly stepping ADHD (merely full of beans) foot as a Littlen onto Purni bores crust….[emoji23]
Much ‘saferer’ these days but will be Lifelong Memorable if Ya’ll get my drift [emoji106][emoji106]


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[AB]

Upon “Reflection” tonight Chrisso Brother [emoji3590] I DO remember Mum complaining about not having cupboard doors in our kitchen for some 15+ years. It is beautiful though how we Family to this day still enjoy the memories of AB nearly stepping ADHD (merely full of beans) foot as a Littlen onto Purni bores crust….[emoji23]
Much ‘saferer’ these days but will be Lifelong Memorable if Ya’ll get my drift [emoji106][emoji106]


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Old mates basically saying fk your kitchen and join us on a journey that will echo in your mind for eternity but change the batteries lol


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[MB]

Geeze you’re a tough Rissole AB, give the poor Bloke a break [emoji22]
Apologies Chrisso Brother, told Ya, I should’ve pushed a wee bit harder back in the day [emoji736][emoji23][emoji106][emoji106]


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[MB]

FWIW: Mini Mozzie Nets “A” must @Dalhousie, may we suggest a fine grade (Northern Midgie Type Proof) that could be clipped to your own awnings for Family’s respite upon Sunset [emoji560][emoji736]

[Rossco]

Old mates basically saying fk your kitchen and join us on a journey that will echo in your mind for eternity but change the batteries lol


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkYep screw the kitchen that can wait can't miss a once in lifetime opportunity, I'll bring some spare batteries for ya. . [emoji106][emoji106]

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[MB]

Stropp Star Mate [emoji106][emoji106]
Accom booked for you Brother IF You Dare mount IT [emoji23][emoji3590][emoji106][emoji106]
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[MB]

As Full as a Goog, time to Smell the Peas (IF in rare season) [emoji23][emoji3590][emoji106][emoji106]

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[Winnie]

If we do make it I will be bringing the spit for a big cook up for sure, but I'm not changing the batteries! They are still good.

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[jay see]

Mrs has got her leave in and I kept on forgetting to do it today. Will put it in next week..

I need to go back to the last meet up to get an understanding of what to bring. Never done a trip like this before. You lot might get alot of stupid questions. You have been warned..

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[MB]

That’s Awesome News John Brother & Family [emoji322][emoji736][emoji106][emoji106] Can’t wait to have a brew together again, this time Outback OZ [emoji736][emoji736]
I believe you’ve already removed the LPG tank for the 4.5L Mate? Replaced with a long range Mogas secondary? [emoji120]
Jerry can/s a must too, even us old diesel highway 4.2L say 15.0L/100km hauling donks with hundreds of litres below deck still needed in case of emergencies/patchwork.
We’ll work out track conditions after the Big Red Bash degradation crossings closer to the date and your fuel consumption statistics and maybe we can share carrying loads for the Mogas Brothers like yourself & Dazman #The62 when his foots heavy & tired @30L/100km highway blasting [emoji123][emoji23]


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[MB]

jaysee Brother, Good quality- ‘Baby/Clean Wipes’ are the modern day properly disposed of saviour key to family H20 showers out and about over slightly extended periods around our Aussie traps 🪤[emoji106][emoji106]
Water 1kg per 1.0L aint worth it [emoji22] Fark the French and their Stinky Snatch smelt ‘Bidet’ H20 Arrogance [emoji23][emoji23]


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[MB]

I promise….last rattle on, 6 stud Patrol sharing, in group backup to keep the show rolling, other variants will unfortunately need to carry 2 x and or tubes & pliers suitable maybe?


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[MB]

Piss Poor Preparation = Poor Performance…..Selfishness [emoji12][emoji23]


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[Stropp]

If we do make it I will be bringing the spit for a big cook up for sure, but I'm not changing the batteries! They are still good.

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Another 11pm feed 🤣🤣🤣

[Winnie]

Alright you sweet talkers, we are in! Got a bit of work to do to get the car ready but we will make it happen!

[BigRAWesty]

Alright you sweet talkers, we are in! Got a bit of work to do to get the car ready but we will make it happen!I can't believe the kitchen nearly got precedence....
But glad justice prevailed and the right outcome was achieved..........

You have 12 months mate get cracking.
But I am in the same boat.
After doing a "lite" track Saturday kissing the bash plate more often than I like and nearly removing a side step I am leaning towards a lift kit.
Just more money lol.
Stropp trip sounds great. We will be keen to do the whole trip including Oodnadatta and Birdsville track back south.

If anyone is keen we will probably spend a couple of nights in the Flinders Ranges on the way home.
Maybe a couple of touring tracks and sight seeing.
Parachilna Gourge is amazing to camp in..

Keen as..

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[mudski]

jaysee Brother, Good quality- ‘Baby/Clean Wipes’ are the modern day properly disposed of saviour key to family H20 showers out and about over slightly extended periods around our Aussie traps 🪤[emoji106][emoji106]
Water 1kg per 1.0L aint worth it [emoji22] Fark the French and their Stinky Snatch smelt ‘Bidet’ H20 Arrogance [emoji23][emoji23]


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AKA Whores bath...

[Winnie]

I can't believe the kitchen nearly got precedence....
But glad justice prevailed and the right outcome was achieved..........

You have 12 months mate get cracking.
But I am in the same boat.
After doing a "lite" track Saturday kissing the bash plate more often than I like and nearly removing a side step I am leaning towards a lift kit.
Just more money lol.
Stropp trip sounds great. We will be keen to do the whole trip including Oodnadatta and Birdsville track back south.

If anyone is keen we will probably spend a couple of nights in the Flinders Ranges on the way home.
Maybe a couple of touring tracks and sight seeing.
Parachilna Gourge is amazing to camp in..

Keen as..

Sent from my SM-S916B using TapatalkYeah, bit more to it than just a kitchen, but it means the shed gets pushed back too. All good though, the Simpson isn't going to wait for us!

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[BigRAWesty]

I promise….last rattle on, 6 stud Patrol sharing, in group backup to keep the show rolling, other variants will unfortunately need to carry 2 x and or tubes & pliers suitable maybe?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkYes I will be taking a tube to suit ranger.
Can we maybe get a list of what we will be driving? Save a lot of double ups..

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[Winnie]

Another 11pm feed [emoji1787][emoji1787][emoji1787]Fresh batteries not required.
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[jay see]

Something to keep in mind as it gets closer and only a suggestion. This works well on the week long vhc trips I do.

Generally each car provides for the group one lunch and one dinner, this can change to whatever works as it's a longer trip and depending on number of people and days away. That way everyone isn't carrying the same cookers and pots cooking the same things and you only need to carry enough food for your cook, not for the whole trip.

From what I've gathered there will be some nights where a pub meal is planned, but for the times when we are camping inbetween stops this could work.

Again just a thought. Don't wanna throw a spanner in the works..

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[BigRAWesty]

So if we head east to Hadden crn, and then south to Cameron crn, is it a given were doing Strzelecki aswell??
I'm thinking possibly a couple nights around Birdsville?? To restock, refresh, and rest up..
But keen. For us it's about 3500km..http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/07/53.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/07/54.jpg

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[Stropp]

So if we head east to Hadden crn, and then south to Cameron crn, is it a given were doing Strzelecki aswell??
I'm thinking possibly a couple nights around Birdsville?? To restock, refresh, and rest up..
But keen. For us it's about 3500km..http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/07/53.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/07/54.jpg

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Westy , I will be doing the strezleki track after Cameron corner, bit of a double back but I’ve been checking tracks, and I’ll be doin a bit in the flinders ranges on way back. I’ll probably drag my van to port Augusta and leave it at my cousins and find another way home with the van

[MB]

AB what’s your thoughts for us Mexican’s heading homeward bound S/E after the crossing to say Tibooburra? Not so Little LB anymore is enjoying Art these days, possibly a quick visit to Clifton Pugh’s Pub for a TIN or 2 [emoji482][emoji23]?

EDIT: Maybe Innamincka too, Coopers Creek, check out some old graves and charge $0.20c entry again like Little Pricks [emoji23][emoji23]

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[Winnie]

That's the way we came back last time and it was a pretty cool part of the trip.
We are tossing up between going that way or the Birdsville track into the Flinders.

Just been looking through my logs from the last Simpson crossing and my GQ used 19.25L/100km during the crossing which was 720km from Mt Dare to Birdsville.
Has anybody got any fuel consumption figures for a crossing in a modern 4cyl turbo diesel car? The standard fuel tank in the MUX is 80L and I was hoping to carry 2x 20L jerry cans.

Do we have a rough plan for the crossing itself, ie French line the whole way? Etc.

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[MB]

YES Brother [emoji736][emoji736]


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[MB]

NO Chance, anyone’s aboard this trip can/could possibly fix those elecy Gremlins [emoji22]
Please DO bring the Beut TD42……[emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120][emoji120]


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[Winnie]

It's no different to a Y62 or 200 series which I would bet there would be 20 of those vehicles crossing every day to 1 GQ.
The whole point of us buying this car was to get it set up for these kinds of trips, much more room inside and infinitely more comfortable. The GQ is for high country/boys/hunting trips now. The kids are getting bigger and I'm running out of space.
Times change.

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[MB]

Fair call Chrisso [emoji120][emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]
I’ll guaranteed break down now, it’s a cheeky Karma thing [emoji51][emoji23]


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[Stropp]

That's the way we came back last time and it was a pretty cool part of the trip.
We are tossing up between going that way or the Birdsville track into the Flinders.

Just been looking through my logs from the last Simpson crossing and my GQ used 19.25L/100km during the crossing which was 720km from Mt Dare to Birdsville.
Has anybody got any fuel consumption figures for a crossing in a modern 4cyl turbo diesel car? The standard fuel tank in the MUX is 80L and I was hoping to carry 2x 20L jerry cans.

Do we have a rough plan for the crossing itself, ie French line the whole way? Etc.

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Yes mate French line the whole way at this stage but it’s open to change 🤷*♂️

[MB]

Did someone say Madigan Lineal detour half way parallel if possible [emoji23]


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[MB]

Yes I will be taking a tube to suit ranger.
Can we maybe get a list of what we will be driving? Save a lot of double ups..

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Tyre pliers, hokey pokey plugs too live aboard these days Kallen Old Mate, please only lightly pack special 2 x outers / 2 x inners to suite….maybe ?[emoji120][emoji120]
Tool wise, honestly too much of a stupidly heavy TOOL here, will have more than enough heavy bits & bobs available for everyone, please do carry only speciality tools for truck variants [emoji736][emoji736][emoji120][emoji120]


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[MB]

FWIW: Holistically, every variant or truck anywhere/anytime should consider their ‘glovebox’ full of specialty specific fuses known and the like if that makes Nuffy sense [emoji120][emoji120][emoji120]


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[jay see]

Hey MB, you and Andy getting into Coober Pedy on the Friday yeah. It's 1500ks and a 16 hour drive. I'm thinking of leaving on Thursday morning and crash the night somewhere half way and drive to Coober on Friday, getting there in the evening.

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[MB]

Done Deal Johnstar [emoji3590][emoji3590]
Plenty of 1/2 way sites for US ALL [emoji736][emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]


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[MB]

……Mexicans [emoji23]


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[MudRunnerTD]

Mrs has got her leave in and I kept on forgetting to do it today. Will put it in next week..

I need to go back to the last meet up to get an understanding of what to bring. Never done a trip like this before. You lot might get alot of stupid questions. You have been warned..

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John do you have FB Messenger mate? Stropp set up a trip chat there mate, reach out to one of us and we can add yuo if you are not there already

[BigRAWesty]

Fyi if anyone wants im on the Yorke peninsula and happy to accommodate for a night or 2 pre trip..
It's a little out of the way but it's free lol.

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[jay see]

John do you have FB Messenger mate? Stropp set up a trip chat there mate, reach out to one of us and we can add yuo if you are not there alreadyCheers mate.

Request sent..

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[Plasnart]

How are we forumites supposed to live vicariously through you guys if you up and leave to facebook? :)

[BigRAWesty]

How are we forumites supposed to live vicariously through you guys if you up and leave to facebook? :)Ill be updating on both..

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[AB]

How are we forumites supposed to live vicariously through you guys if you up and leave to facebook? :)

Unfortunately this is the reason why forums like our one don’t exist anymore Plassy.

We had fun though, a bloody good time I must say!

Anyways, I’m bloody stoked for this trip, we still can’t book Birdsville, I rang them today, give it a few more weeks.

[Rossco]

Yeah I called them too, will try in a couple weeks. .[emoji1696][emoji1696][emoji106]

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[BigRAWesty]

Unfortunately this is the reason why forums like our one don’t exist anymore Plassy.

We had fun though, a bloody good time I must say!

Anyways, I’m bloody stoked for this trip, we still can’t book Birdsville, I rang them today, give it a few more weeks.Keep calling daily eventually they'll take your booking lol..

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[MB]

Fyi if anyone wants im on the Yorke peninsula and happy to accommodate for a night or 2 pre trip..
It's a little out of the way but it's free lol.

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Not a bad idea (beaut country) and Appreciated Kallen Old Mate [emoji120][emoji120]
What’s your thoughts as a half way break AB & jaysee Brothers?


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[MB]

John do you have FB Messenger mate? Stropp set up a trip chat there mate, reach out to one of us and we can add yuo if you are not there already

What is this Faceache you speak of @ TurdRunnerTD [emoji23]
Personally not a member meself but have been told by a few boys in blue it’s handy on occasions but useless for longevity Blokes/Sheilas/Proper Mateship [emoji3590][emoji3590][emoji736][emoji736]


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[Stropp]

Unfortunately this is the reason why forums like our one don’t exist anymore Plassy.

We had fun though, a bloody good time I must say!

Anyways, I’m bloody stoked for this trip, we still can’t book Birdsville, I rang them today, give it a few more weeks.

Yes I will be posting on the forum as well, did the messenger thing because none of the groupers are on the patrol forum because they all have rangers 🤣

[Rossco]

How many we got going as of yet?

Bit early but I had a look at Dalhausie campsite bookings, but if you have parks pass (as we will) it covers camping fees. . Not wanting to be too paranoid but want to be sure there'll be enough room for all of us if we just rock up??. . . Seemed to be enough room from memory last time but that was a little while ago . . .

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[jay see]

How many we got going as of yet?

Bit early but I had a look at Dalhausie campsite bookings, but if you have parks pass (as we will) it covers camping fees. . Not wanting to be too paranoid but want to be sure there'll be enough room for all of us if we just rock up??. . . Seemed to be enough room from memory last time but that was a little while ago . . .

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This is the desert pass correct.http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/08/2.jpg

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[Rossco]

Yeah looks like it. . .

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[Rossco]

Nah it's this one, thought it was a bit cheap. . .http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/08/3.jpg

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[MudRunnerTD]

How are we forumites supposed to live vicariously through you guys if you up and leave to facebook? :)

Sorry mate. We will also be posting here as AB noted. The chatter on messenger will really be for group comms and detailed arrangements. Committed to this place mate. More importantly the Wives and Girlfriends are in thr messenger chat and that's paramount for harmony and happiness.

[growler2058]

Phuck I reckon I can do this one! Is there a poll anywhere?

[AB]

Phuck I reckon I can do this one! Is there a poll anywhere?

No poll, we look forward to seeing you and your chilli mr Growler!!!

We’re bringing the band back together!!!


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[AB]

Sorry mate. We will also be posting here as AB noted. The chatter on messenger will really be for group comms and detailed arrangements. Committed to this place mate. More importantly the Wives and Girlfriends are in thr messenger chat and that's paramount for harmony and happiness.

Love ya Dazz but they are welcome here to chat just like Amy does here for our forum trips.

Same as you Stropp mate, who cares what cars anyone has these days, sign up here, chat guys?

Don’t let the the big boys win.

Or else we’ll end up like this…

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?38846-MudRhino-TMR-Forum-has-been-Turned-Off


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[BigRAWesty]

Phuck I reckon I can do this one! Is there a poll anywhere?Fk yea be good to finally get a trip done together!

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[growler2058]

Fk yea be good to finally get a trip done together!

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Troll needs a bit of work to be proper bush ready, but we'll give it a red hot go!

[AB]

Troll needs a bit of work to be proper bush ready, but we'll give it a red hot go!

My GQ is barely driveable at the moment too mate, I’m looking forward to your beast coming.

Lots of fancy pants cars coming on this trip, let’s keep it old school for the reunion brother!


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[mudski]

My GQ is barely driveable at the moment too mate, I’m looking forward to your beast coming.

Lots of fancy pants cars coming on this trip, let’s keep it old school for the reunion brother!


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If you need help with anything mate. Let me know. I'm happy to lend a hand if you need.

[AB]

If you need help with anything mate. Let me know. I'm happy to lend a hand if you need.

Thanks mate, appreciate it. Just chasing the never ending death wobbles lately.

It just randomly comes on and when it does its very violent haha

[mudski]

Thanks mate, appreciate it. Just chasing the never ending death wobbles lately.

It just randomly comes on and when it does its very violent haha

I personally think its wheel bearing tightness. I have not had the death wobbles for years, after having it and replacing everything. The last resort was put new stub axles in as I noticed a small step where the inner wheel bearing sat, right against where the hub seal ran. after I replaced the stub axles all was good. This was some 8 years ago I think. The wobbles were recently slowly coming back, I jacked up the front and both wheels felt good, I gave both wheel bearings an extra one only notch to tighten them up. All wobbles were gone.
So my theory is the wheel bearings need to be slightly tighter than you think, especially if your running larger tyres.

But. If you need help with anything. Shout out. If I'm able, I'll help.

[Rossco]

Yeah I reckon check stub axles, I put some new ones on mine recently only so many years of use and more recently abuse (mud mud mud) they will take. Obvious but check drag link and tie rod ends, panhard bushes, someone also mentioned new rotors fixed it for them so that could be something to keep in mind if all else fails. .

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[AB]

Folks, MB and I just booked at the pub if anyone wants to stay there.

Friday 12th July to Sunday 14th July.

Parking directly outside your room for the win!

The guy said there are 5 to 6 more rooms left if anyone is keen?

https://birdsvillehotel.com.au/amenities/accommodation/

[Rossco]

Yep pub booked [emoji106][emoji106][emoji106]

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[AB]

Yep pub booked [emoji106][emoji106][emoji106]

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Parking out front is a huge win!

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[jay see]

Yep pub booked [emoji106][emoji106][emoji106]

Sent from my SM-G781B using TapatalkYeah us too.
Really looking forward to this trip..

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[Chockodonis]

Rito Stropp Iam now here as well mate, I should be getting any info for this trip from now on haha.

[Rossco]

Should we get a bit of a list of who's coming- peeps and cars?. . . Can make a start if you like.

Rossco Nicole & Little Fella - GQ
Winnie & Co - MUX
Daz & Co - The 62
AB & Co - GQ
Stropp - BT50
MB & LB - Golden Gramps
Jay See & Co - GU
Kallen & Co - Ranga
Matty & Co ??
Chock & Kurt - Ranga
John (Chocks dad) - GU

Think that's about all im sure of at this stage. . .



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[Chockodonis]

Gday Rossco, So if you want to update the list there will be myself (Chock or Kev) and a mate (Kurt) in my PX2 Ranger and my Dad (John) is also coming along and he will be in his GU Patrol, he doesnt do well with technology so I'll make sure i relay any info from here to him, I did add him into the FB chat group though.

[Stropp]

Rito Stropp Iam now here as well mate, I should be getting any info for this trip from now on haha.

Good to see mate, not sure if you did an introduction on the intro thread but please do.

[Chockodonis]

Not yet but i sure will before the day is out. I just filled my profile info out and thats the next thing to do i think.

[Winnie]

We are booked into the Birdsville pub [emoji106]

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[MudRunnerTD]

Booked into the Pub for 2 nights.

[jay see]

Have we booked out the whole pub yet?
If not there won't be many left..

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[BigRAWesty]

Have we booked out the whole pub yet?
If not there won't be many left..

Sent from my CPH1921 using TapatalkI belive so as I can't book a room for 2 adults and 2 kids.
Only a queen suit..

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[Rossco]

Folks, MB and I just booked at the pub if anyone wants to stay there.

Friday 12th July to Sunday 14th July.

Parking directly outside your room for the win!

The guy said there are 5 to 6 more rooms left if anyone is keen?

https://birdsvillehotel.com.au/amenities/accommodation/Just confirming, staying two nights 12 & 13th then checking out on the 14th yeah?. . Hadn't had a email confirmation but checked today and that's what I booked just got email wrong lol. . .

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[AB]

Just confirming, staying two nights 12 & 13th then checking out on the 14th yeah?. . Hadn't had a email confirmation but checked today and that's what I booked just got email wrong lol. . .

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Yep that’s what we booked and leave 14th Sunday.

Then the corner then we haven’t worked the leg home but we’ll work that out later on.

We have a serious crew I think this time.

Going to be a great trip folks!!!


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[BigRAWesty]

Yep that’s what we booked and leave 14th Sunday.

Then the corner then we haven’t worked the leg home but we’ll work that out later on.

We have a serious crew I think this time.

Going to be a great trip folks!!!


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[Stropp]

Strez!!

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After haddon cnr and Cameron cnr the WA contingent will be cutting back to the strezleki and then down to Quorn eventually, everyone is welcome to tag along.

[Stropp]

After my trip I need to do some maintenance on the canopy mounts, I’ll be doing a patch job and then taking it off to re weld it permanently and also getting the chassis brace kit welded on whilst I have the canopy off ready for the Simpson.8726387262

[MudRunnerTD]

After my trip I need to do some maintenance on the canopy mounts, I’ll be doing a patch job and then taking it off to re weld it permanently and also getting the chassis brace kit welded on whilst I have the canopy off ready for the Simpson.8726387262

Bluetak mate. #justsendit

#roughonyagear

[Stropp]

🤣🤣🤣 Sure thing

[BigRAWesty]

Bluetak mate. #justsendit

#roughonyagear"Mazda tough" lol
But geeze your lucky its still on stropp

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[BigRAWesty]

On the Simpson FB page.
Current diversion in place on the QAA line.
Last pic is of a ranger crossing it early August.
I'm so keen for this trip!!http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/09/1.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/09/2.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/09/3.jpg

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[Stropp]

"Mazda tough" lol
But geeze your lucky its still on stropp

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Yes it’s obviously an aftermarket canopy and mounts, can’t find any brands on it and the bloke I bought from has no clue.

[Stropp]

Temporary fix done for now, happy with that until I get the chassis brace done.8728687285

[BigRAWesty]

Temporary fix done for now, happy with that until I get the chassis brace done.8728687285Very lucky its still on the back...

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[AB]

What I do love about a trip like this we have coming up is it gets you motivated to sort your shit out with your set up lol

Your car, bedding, tents, food, recovery gear, parts, communication, time, fuel, what is needed what is a nice to have to what is a need to have, etc

Yeah babe, this trip will cost nothing!

Meanwhile, my mind is like…

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[Stropp]

Yep, I’m just spending shit tins again, new two way, chassis brace, long range tank, permanent fix on the canopy mounts and then the canopy fit out, kitchen slide out and pantry 🤷*♂️💰💰

[Winnie]

We are setting up a new car from scratch, shiiiiiit

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[BigRAWesty]

We are setting up a new car from scratch, shiiiiiit

Sent from my SM-S916B using TapatalkYep!! Feel your pain..
But I need to get cracking!! 9 and a bit months..

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[Stropp]

Ok so I emailed the caravan park at Birdsville and asked why we can’t book, Kerryn the manager said they are waiting on costings from council who own it to set fees for after June 2024, she will ring me to let know as soon as it’s set, I will pass on when I get it.

[jay see]

Being thinking about what I need/should carry as spares, pretty sure I'm the only tb45.

Found a complete heater and radiator hose kit for $225 from patrol a part and will have a radiator cap, but what about things like alternator, it was changed in Dec '21. What else??

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[Rossco]

Wouldn't worry too much about alternator in desert but could for peace of mind if you really want, starter motor for auto maybe but then again might be overboard. Spare nuts and bolts corrugations rattle averything to buggery, zip ties & duct tape & metal putty a must lol. . Make sure tyres are good a plug kit & compressor (but will be a heap of those on the convoy.) Really good pre start prep service a must check all wheel bearings, brake pads oils etc. Spare filters a good one to carry too.

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[jay see]

Wouldn't worry too much about alternator in desert but could for peace of mind if you really want, starter motor for auto maybe but then again might be overboard. Spare nuts and bolts corrugations rattle averything to buggery, zip ties & duct tape & metal putty a must lol. . Make sure tyres are good a plug kit & compressor (but will be a heap of those on the convoy.) Really good pre start prep service a must check all wheel bearings, brake pads oils etc. Spare filters a good one to carry too.

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Cheers mate.

Zip ties, metal putty, plug kit and compressor already live in the back of the patrol. I do need to change my exhaust system it's had a leak ever since I owned it. Good excuse for a full new system. While it's there I'll get them to do a tappets adjustment and give it a once over.

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[AB]

Being thinking about what I need/should carry as spares, pretty sure I'm the only tb45.

Found a complete heater and radiator hose kit for $225 from patrol a part and will have a radiator cap, but what about things like alternator, it was changed in Dec '21. What else??

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What size tanks have you got on that mate?


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[BrazilianY60]

Being thinking about what I need/should carry as spares, pretty sure I'm the only tb45.

I wouldn't say spare fuel but rather fuel to spare!

[BrazilianY60]

Good excuse for a full new system.

Interested in seeing/hearing that!

[jay see]

What size tanks have you got on that mate?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkPretty sure its 148l & 75l = 223l
Get around 900-1000km on the black top..

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[jay see]

Interested in seeing/hearing that!Yeah me too, it's been way too long and hopefully it will do something to the fuel economy, if not at least it will sound better..
I wouldn't say spare fuel but rather fuel to spare![emoji383][emoji383][emoji383]

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[BigRAWesty]

Pretty sure its 148l & 75l = 223l
Get around 900-1000km on the black top..

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[AB]

Jen can’t make the Simpson trip so it’s just me and the two kids!

I’m going to rip out the RHS back seat and create room for more storage with the second fridge/freezer and pantry stuff.

Stay tuned, so much more room for activities lol

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[Stropp]

Jen can’t make the Simpson trip so it’s just me and the two kids!

I’m going to rip out the RHS back seat and create room for more storage with the second fridge/freezer and pantry stuff.

Stay tuned, so much more room for activities lol

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I’m the same, I’m taking the back seat out to put the fridge on that I’ll use as a freezer to keep the weight forward.

[AB]

I’m the same, I’m taking the back seat out to put the fridge on that I’ll use as a freezer to keep the weight forward.

Exactly what I’m doing!

Just bought new sleeping bags and chairs for the kids too, our old ones are feral!

good sales on now and perfect for Christmas prezzys!


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[Stropp]

So I see we are timing it we’ll big red bash 29june to 5july, we may meet a few coming towards us but at least we will get to climb big red �� well some of us will hopefully

[AB]

So I see we are timing it we’ll big red bask 29june to 5july, we may meet a few coming towards us but at least we will get to climb big red [emoji108] well some of us will hopefully

Might be chewed up a bit on the tracks but we will prevail lol


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[Stropp]

Aaar more of a challenge for us, good thing we are taking 4 days this time 😎

[AB]

Aaar more of a challenge for us, good thing we are taking 4 days this time [emoji41]

I like the 4 days Stropp.

We rushed that last one, let’s enjoy and embrace it, set up camp at 2pm and enjoy!


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[Stropp]

I like the 4 days Stropp.

We rushed that last one, let’s enjoy and embrace it, set up camp at 2pm and enjoy!


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That’s the plan mate unless the weather is unkind 🌨💨🌩🌬

[jay see]

set up camp at 2pm and enjoy!


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What are people sleeping in.

We're tenting it, how many are towing caravans..

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[Winnie]

Oztent for us. A trailer of any kind in the covoy would be a hindrance to the group in my opinion.

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[AB]

Oztent RV5 for us too.

[Stropp]

What are people sleeping in.

We're tenting it, how many are towing caravans..

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I’m assuming no one will be towing as it becomes a headache for everyone in the group, it can be difficult at times just to get a vehicle through although last time we sailed through however recent videos suggest otherwise due to the increased usage.
Personally depending on the forecast I’ll either be oztenting it or stretcher and swag under the 270 deg awning.

[jay see]

Yeah, we're in an oztent RV3.

It's me and the wife and you blokes have given me the idea of ripping out the back seats...

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[Winnie]

Yeha if the rear seats won't have bums in them, you'll gain a tone of space by taking them out for the trip!

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[Stropp]

Yeha if the rear seats won't have bums in them, you'll gain a tone of space by taking them out for the trip!

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Yes I’ve bought an carpeted base plate that bolts down, that will carry my 40 LTR fridge/freezer and other heavier stuff on the other side, canopy will be for all the lighter gear.

[jay see]

Yeha if the rear seats won't have bums in them, you'll gain a tone of space by taking them out for the trip!

Sent from my SM-S916B using TapatalkAnd won't take long to fill the void.
Yes I’ve bought an carpeted base plate that bolts down, that will carry my 40 LTR fridge/freezer and other heavier stuff on the other side, canopy will be for all the lighter gear.Does it bolt down using the seat holes?
I'm now looking at a footwell water tank..

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[Stropp]

Does it bolt down using the seat holes?
I'm now looking at a footwell water tank..

Yes it uses the seatbelt bolts to hold it down.

[AB]

Been looking for months and finally found a free rear drivers side split seat for free that I’ll use the brackets for a fridge and gear, easy bolt in bolt out accessory for these trips.


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[PeeBee]

Been looking for months and finally found a free rear drivers side split seat for free that I’ll use the brackets for a fridge and gear, easy bolt in bolt out accessory for these trips.


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Ya Drongo, what do you think is sitting in MB's shed from the donor? Mind you its for sale on Gumtree for 15K, but I would do you a special deal.

[AB]

Ya Drongo, what do you think is sitting in MB's shed from the donor? Mind you its for sale on Gumtree for 15K, but I would do you a special deal.

Well fk me, would you take 13k and a rub?


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[PeeBee]

Well fk me, would you take 13k and a rub?


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OK I am accepting of your offer. I actually have both sides made up for mine, you could borrow one if you run into strife?

[BigRAWesty]

Westbrooks will be in a tent of some sort be it our dome or an RV..
Kids will be in swags.

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[Stropp]

Ok guys bookings are open for Birdsville caravan park, I just received an email and have successfully booked

[Stropp]

Ok if anyone is staying in port Augusta we will be staying here Thursday the 4th, if anyone is interested let me know please as I’ll try to organise a group discount 87510

[Touses]

Alright, I can't do the entire trip. I do however have tacit approval from she who approves all
that I could meet up at Birdsville. Will be keeping an eye on developments here.

[Stropp]

Rooms at port Augusta numbers are people per room
Stropp n June 2
Bob n di 2
Chock, john, Kurt 3
Kallen n family 4
Winnie Amy n girls 4
Sarah Matt n 1child 3
John n Anna 2
Darren n Naomi + 3or4

[AB]

Rooms at port Augusta numbers are people per room
Stropp n June 2
Bob n di 2
Chock, john, Kurt 3
Kallen n family 4
Winnie Amy n girls 4
Sarah Matt n 1child 3
John n Anna 2
Darren n Naomi + 3or4
AB n kids 3
MB n family 3

Hey Stropp, added MB and I here too.
jay see MB wanted me to ask you if you were keen on this or did you want us three to convoy a different way and meet at Coober Pedy?

[Stropp]

Ok no discount unfortunately as it’s a small family owned and run motel, please call Christine on 08 86422488 and book for july4th, if people can confirm their booking I will speak with my cousin about a table or tables for the group for dinner next door at. Hotel Augusta, meals are excellent @everyone

[Stropp]

87511 current menu at the pub, please book and let me know who’s booked.

[Stropp]

Booked in at pt Augusta
Stropp n june
Bob n Di
Winnie n Amy
Darren n Crew

[jay see]

Hey Stropp, added MB and I here too.
jay see MB wanted me to ask you if you were keen on this or did you want us three to convoy a different way and meet at Coober Pedy?Happy to convoy to PA. Will probably stop for a night somewhere between here and there. Depending on when the rest of the Vic crew leave, we could go together.

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[Stropp]

Booked in at pt Augusta
Stropp n june
Bob n Di
Winnie n Amy
Darren n Crew
John c n crew
Kallen n crew
Sarah n matt crew

[AB]

Mb and AB booked too Stropp.


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[Stropp]

Booked in at pt Augusta
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

[AB]

What maps are people going to run on this trip?

I’ve only got memory map running local vic high country stuff.

I’ve just got the iPad on dash.


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[Winnie]

I bought the Hema map pack for memory maps a few years ago. It has the Simpson in great detail. I don't really want to run a seperate tablet with maps in this car but at the moment there is no way to get offroad maps through the screen in the car.
Newtracs have just released Apple carplay suitability for their app, we have Android phones though so hoping that comes out soon for Android Auto. I haven't tried their mapping app yet but I have heard it is good.
Worst case though I think we will run the tablet on the windscreen, really want to avoid that though.

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[AB]

I bought the Hema map pack for memory maps a few years ago. It has the Simpson in great detail. I don't really want to run a seperate tablet with maps in this car but at the moment there is no way to get offroad maps through the screen in the car.
Newtracs have just released Apple carplay suitability for their app, we have Android phones though so hoping that comes out soon for Android Auto. I haven't tried their mapping app yet but I have heard it is good.
Worst case though I think we will run the tablet on the windscreen, really want to avoid that though.

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That’s what I was thinking too with Hema.

Yep I’ve still got the iPad on screen too


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[jay see]

Newtracs have just released Apple carplay suitability for their app, we have Android phones though so hoping that comes out soon for Android Auto. I haven't tried their mapping app yet but I have heard it is good.

I've been running newtracs around vhc and have found them to be good. Will probably do the same on this trip, but maybe on a separate phone.

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[Stropp]

What maps are people going to run on this trip?

I’ve only got memory map running local vic high country stuff.

I’ve just got the iPad on dash.


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Hema 4wd maps on my iPad

[Winnie]

I've been running newtracs around vhc and have found them to be good. Will probably do the same on this trip, but maybe on a separate phone.

Sent from my Pixel 7 using TapatalkThat's nice to hear mate! Hopefully they release Android auto soon and I can do a couple of local trips to try it out.

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[BigRAWesty]

Hema here on the mobile.

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[PeeBee]

OK, provided the truck is finished, and work does not get in the way, Jenny and I will be there for this event, looking at some routes now to extend the front and back ends I guess.

[AB]

OK, provided the truck is finished, and work does not get in the way, Jenny and I will be there for this event, looking at some routes now to extend the front and back ends I guess.

Awesome Phil, be sure to check out our accomodations above when you work out your trip mate!


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[PeeBee]

Awesome Phil, be sure to check out our accomodations above when you work out your trip mate!


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ok will do

[Stropp]

PeeBee please let me know if you are coming to port Augusta and staying at the motel with us as I need rough numbers for the pub next door for dinner, they are giving us our own room for the evening meals be good to see you there.

[PeeBee]

PeeBee please let me know if you are coming to port Augusta and staying at the motel with us as I need rough numbers for the pub next door for dinner, they are giving us our own room for the evening meals be good to see you there.

Put us down as a yes at this point. I am still on shift at the mine until Dec 6 and wont really get a chance to lok at this before then. We would also need accom I guess. Bit to organise at my end.

[Stropp]

Booked in at pt Augusta
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

[AB]

Booked in at pt Augusta
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

Apart from Rossco is this the whole crew doing the trip?

11 car convoy


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[Winnie]

Kat chimed in a few months ago saying her and booger were going to do it but I haven't seen anything about that since?

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[AB]

Kat chimed in a few months ago saying her and booger were going to do it but I haven't seen anything about that since?

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We have a very big crew coming, epic!!!


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[MudRunnerTD]

This whole thing sounds shit! Im worried i wont Know Anyone!!! i hope you lot are nice to Newbys!

[AB]

This whole thing sounds shit! Im worried i wont Know Anyone!!! i hope you lot are nice to Newbys!

How many did we have last time? I think it was similar numbers maybe?

Seasoned touriers though now, can’t bloody wait!!!

Kids are pumped for this too.


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[MudRunnerTD]

I think we had 10

[Winnie]

I think we had 10I am pretty sure it was 9.

Stropp
Darren
AB
Rossco
Winnie
Katwoman
Steve
Sir Roofy
Snicko
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[Stropp]

Apart from Rossco is this the whole crew doing the trip?

11 car convoy


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Negative, chock and his father john 2 cars and possibly Kat, my cousin has expressed interest as well however won’t know until the week or so prior.

[Stropp]

This whole thing sounds shit! Im worried i wont Know Anyone!!! i hope you lot are nice to Newbys!

Ha ha, you’ll be the lead vehicle mate so they will have to be nice to you, the rest of us not so much 🤣

[Winnie]

Wog George was definitely keen but I haven't spoken about it with him for months. I'm seeing him in a couple of weeks so I'll sus him out.

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[Stropp]

Rough trip map for us sandgropers, will see if I can find something a little better, a bit of backtracking for us.87523

[MudRunnerTD]

Wog George was definitely keen but I haven't spoken about it with him for months. I'm seeing him in a couple of weeks so I'll sus him out.

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Nah he is out. Shared a need with him last weekend and family commitments has forced his hand.

[Brissieboy]

Take the Old Eyre Hwy from just before Yalata to Nullabor to Eucla - the road less travelled.

[Stropp]

Take the Old Eyre Hwy from just before Yalata to Nullabor to Eucla - the road less travelled.

Nah we are meeting the rest of the crew in port Augusta but thanks for the suggestion

[MudRunnerTD]

Rough trip map for us sandgropers, will see if I can find something a little better, a bit of backtracking for us.87523

I keep telling you Stropp put the bloody Crayons away mate!!

[AB]

I keep telling you Stropp put the bloody Crayons away mate!!

This how Stropp has kept his itinerary of where he’s been the last 2 years. Lol

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[Stropp]

This how Stropp has kept his itinerary of where he’s been the last 2 years. Lol

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🤣🤣🤣 Ha ha lol

[Stropp]

I keep telling you Stropp put the bloody Crayons away mate!!

Ha ha daz, nah mate crayons are the domain of army guys but they eat them not draw 🤣🤣

[BigRAWesty]

7 months.....http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/12/4.jpg

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[BigRAWesty]

When do we all want to start deligating what we will pack??
As mentioned earlier we don't need 15 camp ovens and 15 stoves..
And probably won't need 15 recovery kits etc etc.

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[Stropp]

When do we all want to start deligating what we will pack??
As mentioned earlier we don't need 15 camp ovens and 15 stoves..
And probably won't need 15 recovery kits etc etc.

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Good point westy, us sandgropers will bring our own gear with us I usually carry all my recovery gear and as there will be just me or possibly one passenger that’s fine and I will be bringing the faithful Cobb cooker for the obligatory rack of lamb in the middle of the desert �� I’ll also have my firepit

[Winnie]

I am gonna have to find room in the car for the ozpit, no new batteries required!

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[PeeBee]

I will bring Gwendolyn for pizzas in the desert.

[BrazilianY60]

Pizzas, lamb racks, you guys are making me hungry!
Who's going to take the beer than?

:1062:

[Stropp]

Don’t panic I have a specific upright beer fridge 🍻🍻

[AB]

I'll try and find those sticky date pudding cans and bring a heap of them for a treat in the middle of nowhere like last time.

[Brissieboy]

I'll try and find those sticky date pudding cans and bring a heap of them for a treat in the middle of nowhere like last time.

Stick date pudding in a tin? Never seen that. Where are they from?

[AB]

Stick date pudding in a tin? Never seen that. Where are they from?

I'll have to find the brand.

My mum used to take them with us when we were kids doing the Simpson trips and they were an absolute treat in the middle of nowhere.

[BigRAWesty]

I'll have to find the brand.

My mum used to take them with us when we were kids doing the Simpson trips and they were an absolute treat in the middle of nowhere.These????http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/12/6.jpg

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[AB]

These????http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/12/6.jpg

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My mum JB is on the mission with this lol

It was called Big Sister but they went out of business in 2008 damn it.

The old duck is on the case and will find something for us.

It was a pretty nice treat last time we had it at Cameron’s Corner, I’ll bring ice cream too.


Bloody love our group, We ask what essential recovery gear and tools and parts we need to bring to share rather then doubling up and the answers are Ozpit, lamb racks, Cobb cooker, pizzas, sticky date puddings, ice-cream and beer fridges!!!


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[AB]

My mum JB is on the mission with this lol

It was called Big Sister but they went out of business in 2008 damn it.

The old duck is on the case and will find something for us.

It was a pretty nice treat last time we had it at Cameron’s Corner, I’ll bring ice cream too.


Bloody love our group, We ask what essential recovery gear and tools and parts we need to bring to share rather then doubling up and the answers are Ozpit, lamb racks, Cobb cooker, pizzas, sticky date puddings, ice-cream and beer fridges!!!


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Cremulator

You need to join us!!!


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[Cremulator]

Cremulator

You need to join us!!!


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI would love that, but I won't be able to.
I'm watching this thread wishing I could though!

[Stropp]

I am pretty sure it was 9.

Stropp
Darren
AB
Rossco
Winnie
Katwoman
Steve
Sir Roofy
Snicko
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/11/31.jpg

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Has anyone heard from Snicko, I messaged last year but no reply?

[MB]

FWIW: Chiming in late, IMHO: appears NP.Com.Au Legends from all corners are making the 3-4+ days relaxed crossing [emoji322][emoji106][emoji106]
Enroute-Departure different region routes …..we’ll all truly need to kit/spares up for the Adventure[emoji123][emoji106]
Just mean that everyone should know their vehicles weak potentials and carry accordingly for their entire Adventures [emoji123][emoji123][emoji106][emoji106][emoji182][emoji3590][emoji23]


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[Winnie]

We have been going crazy getting the new car ready for this trip and I think we are there now. Just need to bolt on the Awning that I have sitting in the garage.

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[BrazilianY60]

That looks like a Sci-Fi movie car! Sick!
Loved the wheels color also. Nice taste!

[Stropp]

We have been going crazy getting the new car ready for this trip and I think we are there now. Just need to bolt on the Awning that I have sitting in the garage.

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Looks great mate, be a comfortable rig to do it with the family

[MB]

What’s our NP.Crew thoughts on the Hillian’s carting a communal Beast Smoking contraption trailer, let’s say a Pellet Smoking Camel (Dromedary) size able [emoji23][emoji3590][emoji106]


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[MB]

We, as Dinkum Aussie’s, are NOT trying hard enough [emoji22][emoji2957]

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[PeeBee]

You have raised the bar again, totally unable to remotely link anything in this universe with this message, well done MB

[MB]

Can someone please scoot off from our Dalhousie crossing base start to Mt Dare and grab us a six-pack of Rumbo’s pretty please [emoji120][emoji120]

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More than happy to pay [emoji383] the Distance Rumbo price, maybe not the Journey Detour fuel levy [emoji2957]

Selfish as always, will be awaiting arrivals/start with a full as possible diesel/s tanks [emoji1696][emoji182][emoji3590]

Getting soft in my old age, 2 Day SPA in peace sounds Goby Excellent…..Enjoy Date Ya’ll [emoji322][emoji322][emoji23]

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[AB]

Can someone please scoot off from our Dalhousie crossing base start to Mt Dare and grab us a six-pack of Rumbo’s pretty please [emoji120][emoji120]

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More than happy to pay [emoji383] the Distance Rumbo price, maybe not the Journey Detour fuel levy [emoji2957]

Selfish as always, will be awaiting arrivals/start with a full as possible diesel/s tanks [emoji1696][emoji182][emoji3590]

Getting soft in my old age, 2 Day SPA in peace sounds Goby Excellent…..Enjoy Date Ya’ll [emoji322][emoji322][emoji23]

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We’ll look stunning upon their return MB

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[MB]

Quick TIP, whilst in Coober Pedy (National meeting point) DO NOT shower, DO NOT buy Overpriced Shiny ROCKS 🪨 [emoji304]
Goby’s will meet/make all your Natural Dreams come true [emoji2957][emoji23][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[MB]

In Fairness ‘Mt Dare’ is interesting:

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Another Adventure maybe, IMHO, it will throw out Everyone’s fuel consumption plans by a full day at the least [emoji22]


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[mudski]

I gotta stop reading this thread. Its making me jealous.

[Stropp]

[QUOTE=MB;842876]In Fairness ‘Mt Dare’ is interesting:

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/12/17.jpg

Another Adventure maybe, IMHO, it will throw out Everyone’s fuel consumption plans by a full day at the least [emoji22]

We are planning on heading to mount dare to refuel and have a beer and the obligatory photo as we have two nights at Dalhousie

[MB]

Please do check the road conditions Stroppstar closer to our crossing [emoji120]
Last time I did a beer run from Dalhousie & back it was horrendously hard base corrugated, some areas were back to 10kmph for the poor old GQ, especially after the Mt Dare Rd intersection [emoji22]
106km each way according to McGoogle took me a full day, had to head back again for more supplies the next….jokes [emoji2957][emoji23]


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[Winnie]

Please do check the road conditions Stroppstar closer to our crossing [emoji120]
Last time I did a beer run from Dalhousie & back it was horrendously hard base corrugated, some areas were back to 10kmph for the poor old GQ, especially after the Mt Dare Rd intersection [emoji22]
106km each way according to McGoogle took me a full day, had to head back again for more supplies the next….jokes [emoji2957][emoji23]


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThe road hasn't changed in 10 years then! I still claim it was the very worst road I have ever driven on in my life.
Worth it for a beer at Mt. Dare though!

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[Plasnart]

The road hasn't changed in 10 years then! I still claim it was the very worst road I have ever driven on in my life.
Worth it for a beer at Mt. Dare though!

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I’ll raise you Anne Beadell (cough) Highway.

Even the goats were whinging! 😂

[MB]

[emoji23]Plassy Desert Guru [emoji736][emoji123][emoji106][emoji106]
Old Age & Treachery will beat Youth and Skill Every-Day [emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[MB]

The road hasn't changed in 10 years then! I still claim it was the very worst road I have ever driven on in my life.
Worth it for a beer at Mt. Dare though!

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Please plan for a trouble/vibration/limited free Happy Dappy crossing Chrisso Brother [emoji120][emoji3590]
Coober Pedy is our last point of slowly available spare parts enroute up the Stuart Hwy [emoji736][emoji736]


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[Stropp]

Had the chassis brace welded on today, hopefully it gives me a little more faith in the dual cab note the paint runs are for extra strength �� and a 3” cat back exhaust, no difference in note at all just have to get a flap disc and cleanup the plates and final coat the paint.875868758787588

[MB]

LEGEND Stroppstar [emoji736][emoji106][emoji3590][emoji3590][emoji3590]
Piss Poor Preparation = Poor Performance [emoji123][emoji123]
You ARE ALL OVER this Country as ALWAYS [emoji736][emoji736][emoji736][emoji106][emoji106][emoji106]


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[Stropp]

Fitted my overedger fridge door organiser today , good Aussie made products
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[Stropp]

Well a bargain came along so I couldn’t say no rrp$450 got it for $225 brand new fridge box 87592

[Stropp]

What a disaster, hacked on Facebook which caused me to loose all the chats including the Simpson desert on Facebook, had to get another email address and start another profile, unbelievable what trouble it caused as I was sole admin on several fb groups.

[MB]

That is a disaster Stroppstar Old Mate [emoji35]
We honestly had the same/similar thingo happen on our work FB advertising account [emoji2959]
Thankfully my NP.com.au personal account merely gets hacked whenever I’m posting after hours and Admin are always there by the next morning to reconnect my account with ya’ll [emoji106][emoji106]
Talk about customer service…….AAA+++ rating [emoji3590][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[10G]

Hey is this trip still a thing?

I've not been around the forum for a while, but this sounds interesting, I need more time with other fellas as I'm pretty much a loner when it comes to mates.

We did Cape York solo last year (2023, after doing the Canning solo in 2022), did Old Coach Road solo as well (not going back there, don't know how we never rolled down hill end over end at one point) and a nice trip through the Simmo could be nice and relaxing.

I got nothing planned for 2024.

Where can I get more details???

Thanx.

[10G]

When do we all want to start deligating what we will pack??
As mentioned earlier we don't need 15 camp ovens and 15 stoves..
And probably won't need 15 recovery kits etc etc.

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Hey Kallen, you going on this trip? It's Matt from Heywood, you helped me setup my dawes and needle one weekend when you were in the Mount.

Had the GU tuned since then.

[MB]

As per above 10G Brother [emoji3590][emoji3590] NissanPatrol.com.au is still standing, join on in anytime [emoji123][emoji123]


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[10G]

Cool, thanks MB, I like the new avatar man, very eye catching.

So is this thread the best thing to read to get details such as meeting place etc? I did see something mentioned about a Faceache page????

[MB]

McFaceAche has always been the death of Dinkum McAussies Brother [emoji23][emoji23]


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[10G]

This is us camped on the Madigan.

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It's still the Simmo.

[MB]

Apologies 10G Brother, in fact you missed it by 10 degrees, that track is incorrect [emoji22][emoji897]


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[MB]

FWIW: Mini Mozzie Nets “A” must @Dalhousie, may we suggest a fine grade (Northern Midgie Type Proof) that could be clipped to your own awnings for Family’s respite upon Sunset [emoji560][emoji736]

That’s a great idea @MB, hot water nearby in a desert must surely breed Mosquitoes [emoji3082][emoji23][emoji23]


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[MB]

Blah, blah blah 🩸🩸 [emoji1660]


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[Stropp]

8760487605
Hey is this trip still a thing?

I've not been around the forum for a while, but this sounds interesting, I need more time with other fellas as I'm pretty much a loner when it comes to mates.

We did Cape York solo last year (2023, after doing the Canning solo in 2022), did Old Coach Road solo as well (not going back there, don't know how we never rolled down hill end over end at one point) and a nice trip through the Simmo could be nice and relaxing.

I got nothing planned for 2024.

Where can I get more details???

Thanx.

Hi Matt yep details above

[Stropp]

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Port Augusta motel we are staying at 4th july, meal next door at my cousins hotel we have a function room booked, just need to add names
Booked in at pt Augusta
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

[BigRAWesty]

Hey Kallen, you going on this trip? It's Matt from Heywood, you helped me setup my dawes and needle one weekend when you were in the Mount.

Had the GU tuned since then.Hey bloke. Awesome your still here.
Yea mate were in for this one.
Going to be a pretty epic 2 weeks.
As you probably guessed I'm now in a ranger..

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[AB]

Is that a 12 car convoy?


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[Stropp]

Is that a 12 car convoy?


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AB possibly 14 depending on if chock his dad and Kurt come in 3 cars

[AB]

AB possibly 14 depending on if chock his dad and Kurt come in 3 cars

We’ve created a monster lol

We’ll be ok, when time permits and the date gets closer we’ll all work it out.

Epic trip by the sounds of it.


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[Stropp]

We’ve created a monster lol

We’ll be ok, when time permits and the date gets closer we’ll all work it out.

Epic trip by the sounds of it.


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Yes possibly two groups of 7 30 mins apart and swap groups each day , to be discussed at port Augusta 🤷*♂️

[10G]

Hey bloke. Awesome your still here.
Yea mate were in for this one.
Going to be a pretty epic 2 weeks.
As you probably guessed I'm now in a ranger..

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Yep, I'd noticed that a while back.

Unfortunately I can't make the trip. Found out we have a family 'thing' on during that time which I do have to attend, bit of a bugger, but the simmo'll be there for me later on.

Hope ou have a great trip.

[MB]

Yes possibly two groups of 7 30 mins apart and swap groups each day , to be discussed at port Augusta [emoji1745]*[emoji3603]

More than happy to casually run tail-end charlie with our mountain hillbilly slower moving crew of 4 x older wagooons with say 1hr between 5 & 5 front runners each, a great idea Stroppstar [emoji736][emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]
Can front truck in convoy #1 ensure they have a Sat phone, [emoji3513] same same for convoy #2 and us bogans out back will carry da same convoy connectivity [emoji736][emoji736][emoji3590][emoji3590]


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[Stropp]

[QUOTE=MB;843396]More than happy to casually run tail-end charlie with our mountain hillbilly slower moving crew of 4 x older wagooons with say 1hr between 5 & 5 front runners each, a great idea Stroppstar [emoji736][emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]
Can front truck in convoy #1 ensure they have a Sat phone, [emoji3513] same same for convoy #2 and us bogans out back will carry da same convoy connectivity [emoji736][emoji736][emoji3590][emoji3590]

Will discuss in port Augusta or probably Coober Pedy as We have 2 nights there , I think 2 groups 30 mins apart as it’s not too far and maybe even in 2way reception of each other also we will possibly arrive at stops close enough that we may spend some time together at stops. All up for discussion

[MB]

Sounds Fair Stroppstar [emoji106][emoji106][emoji3590][emoji3590]
Please be subtly warned, I do drive as slow as all getup, getting old here, really hoping to soak up the country at grandpa spec pace on the tail end [emoji23] [emoji120][emoji120]


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[MudRunnerTD]

AB possibly 14 depending on if chock his dad and Kurt come in 3 cars

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.

[Stropp]

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.

10g has pulled the pin on the trip mate, still haven’t heard from chock, his father or Kurt

[10G]

10g has pulled the pin on the trip mate, still haven’t heard from chock, his father or Kurt

Yeah, sorry guys, I can't make it. A family thing popped up that I had forgotten about.

I hope you all have a great time.

[MB]

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.

Bah! Humbug! [emoji23][emoji23]

Simples……come #1 ……come #All NP.com.au [emoji736][emoji736][emoji106][emoji106]

Simples #2 ………..Let’s just ingeniously create micro-convoys (5 x max) spread at say 1-2hrs apart? [emoji848]

Surely leading Y62’s up the front/pointy end will run out of Mogas juice 3/4 of the way thru and need to rebunch us inline all together for an impromptu ripper of a desert [emoji248] [emoji2519] party rave [emoji322][emoji322][emoji322][emoji23]


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[MB]

FWIW: It’s ALL Good, Dudes & Dudettes & Little Dudes/ettes [emoji736][emoji736]
Uncle Daz & Poppy Stroppy will surely/safely lead da way whilst Uncle AB will be in the middle of the pack sharing valuable tips whilst the tail-end collects/prepares a nutritious dinner/soup [emoji265] [emoji266][emoji2957]


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[BigRAWesty]

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.My inlaws have also bailed.
Would drop them from the fb chat but the admin got hacked!!!! Haha.
Yea she's gunna be big. But we'll sort it.

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[MB]

Who’s UP for a Big Red (western side) last night camp/soak up the desert [emoji248] [emoji2519] before heading back into delicious camel wrapped pastries/shower territory [emoji1786] [emoji120]


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[Winnie]

I think it would depend on the pace of the crossing as most people have already booked a couple nights accommodation in Birdsville.

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[Stropp]

I think it would depend on the pace of the crossing as most people have already booked a couple nights accommodation in Birdsville.

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Absolutely, I’d rather this time a little slower pace and earlier stops

[AB]

Absolutely, I’d rather this time a little slower pace and earlier stops

Agreed 100% Stropp.

With kids this time it would be nice to set up at 2pm ish and drink beverages, sand fun, explore, stories and repeat.


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[MB]

Aaaawwww, YOU promised AB a full-tilt airborne GQ Wagooon 175rwkw visual experience [emoji22]


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[AB]

Aaaawwww, YOU promised AB a full-tilt airborne GQ Wagooon 175rwkw visual experience [emoji22]


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I think the new white stallion needs to be broken in lol


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[MB]

95 fly wheel kw, I DO not think so but faithful [emoji1696][emoji3590]


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[AB]

On a serious note guys, we are heading into the harsh outback of Australia and we need to ensure everyone and I mean everyone has an adequate supply of water.

Here is a guide for how much each person needs to carry.

https://youtube.com/shorts/_dExQz5sB_g?feature=shared


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[PeeBee]

On a serious note guys, we are heading into the harsh outback of Australia and we need to ensure everyone and I mean everyone has an adequate supply of water.

Here is a guide for how much each person needs to carry.

https://youtube.com/shorts/_dExQz5sB_g?feature=shared


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As a guide, we chewed thru 30L in two days at Dalhousie, temps 30 deg but in and out of the warm water smashed us.

[jay see]

On a serious note guys, we are heading into the harsh outback of Australia and we need to ensure everyone and I mean everyone has an adequate supply of water.

Here is a guide for how much each person needs to carry.

https://youtube.com/shorts/_dExQz5sB_g?feature=shared


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkIs there anywhere along our travels that we can fill up with drinking water..

I'm looking at carrying 40 lts, if room permits an extra 20..

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[AB]

Is there anywhere along our travels that we can fill up with drinking water..

I'm looking at carrying 40 lts, if room permits an extra 20..

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Absolutely there is JC, I was just doing a funny Russell Coight thing. That is plenty of water mate and we have stops before and after.

I’ll have my 50 litre tank and maybe a couple of 10-20 litre cask waters and drinking bottles etc, all good bro.


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