Aberfeldy Weekend Trip 27/03/15 - 29/03/15 - Vic

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Originally Posted by roofy

if it happens don't panic just steer it out if possible

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To be honest, I was really impressed with Roofy's response to it all. He didn't panic in the middle of the situation and then after, given what just happened was reasonably matter of fact about it. You know, kind of well it's happened now, let's get on with what has to happen next. I'm sure he was upset, but I reckon he set a very good example to all of us on how to respond. Same goes for Jane. Obviously it was a bit of a shock for her to see it, but she too did a good job with what she said and how she responded. Was my first time to meet Roofy properly on the weekend (saw him at the ARB tour, but never really talked), but come away knowing that he's "fair dinkum".

Good stuff Roofy, really glad they are gonna get it all up on the go for you. Won't be long and you can stop dragging your bum on the ground in the Pulsar. :)

Now that's all out in the open, let me at least encourage Roofy that it could have been a lot worse. By chance I was back on that same hill the next weekend (over Easter). As we were coming down into the creek from the other side we could see a bit of smoking going up, that gradually turned to very dark/black smoke. Even though could not see the detail, could kind of tell what was happening. Off in the distance a bit of other car movement.

It took us a bit of time to end up getting up the hill. My mate had to winch as his back slid into the ruts just as the front was lifting and set him a bit side on (about 45 degrees), but he was further down and didn't cause any issues. Just took us a while (and me nearly having a heart attack climbing the track to set up the straps :) ) Then I also was a bit too cocky from a good run at it the weekend before and let my revs drop and stalled it on the first crest. Made a nice smoking/smell to get high on with the clutch before having to drop back off the ledge a bit and get another run at it. It certainly is a "nice" hill.

Anyway, after all that, not far past that climb we eventually got to this (still smouldering, but no one around):

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Now, that is a bad day out!

well now I don't feel so bad thanks Cameron,its not a hill to take lightly

Glad insurance is onto it Roofy, I thought you said it was going to buff out...LOL

Cameron, That light bar should be right to go...bwahhah

Hey Cameron, Did you call the cops?
That might have been stolen and dumped.

And you are right, that is a serious hill. Someone posted a video of a Rangie Classic rolling over on that hill last hear.....from the top all the way to the bottom.
It's a track to be respected that's for sure.

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It's a bucket load of fun!

woohoo!!! congrats Roofy on getting it approved for repair. im really happy for you and will be glad when you are back on the road. i know how tough it is not to have that freedom and wouldnt wish it for anyoen!

Keep a fire extinguisher in your car! Could have turned that guys day from a disaster to just a bloody big scare

I have 2 but am going to get rid of one of those pissy ones and put a larger one I scored recently in instead as I have heard of people carrying those small ones and it not doing shit.

I'm glad things are moving along Craig as my heart sunk when I saw the post on facebook... hope this does not leave you out of pocket mate.

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Originally Posted by Bloodyaussie

I have 2 but am going to get rid of one of those pissy ones and put a larger one I scored recently in instead as I have heard of people carrying those small ones and it not doing shit.

I'm glad things are moving along Craig as my heart sunk when I saw the post on facebook... hope this does not leave you out of pocket mate.

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should be ok

Bugger...

Don't need to see that, must be bloody steep?

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Originally Posted by macca

Bugger...

Don't need to see that, must be bloody steep?

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it was a tad steep

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Originally Posted by roofy

it was a tad steep

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Don't undersell it Roofy! It was steep as fark!!

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Originally Posted by Winnie

Don't undersell it Roofy! It was steep as fark!!

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it was but hey we,l do it again some time

Sorry to see what happens Roofy. Glad the insurance is fixing it. I am surprised it's not a right off as that looks as though it could/nearly have bent the chassis. Amazing how quick it can go wrong.

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Originally Posted by krbrooking

Sorry to see what happens Roofy. Glad the insurance is fixing it. I am surprised it's not a right off as that looks as though it could/nearly have bent the chassis. Amazing how quick it can go wrong.

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you forgot one thing kev it s a beast and a nissan

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Originally Posted by roofy

it was but hey we,l do it again some time

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Same time next week Roofy? hahaha!
Any rough lead time on the repairs?

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Originally Posted by Winnie

Same time next week Roofy? hahaha!
Any rough lead time on the repairs?

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they rang this morning said they where chasing parts and maybe 2weeks that's ok so long as I get before may
wanting to go into the gatta for a hunt before it closes

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Originally Posted by Nisshead

Glad insurance is onto it Roofy, I thought you said it was going to buff out...LOL

Cameron, That light bar should be right to go...bwahhah

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There was also a slightly used (rather swollen) jerry in the back. Might have even had some fuel in it? Decided, better step back after noticing that!

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Originally Posted by Drewboyaus

Hey Cameron, Did you call the cops?
That might have been stolen and dumped.

And you are right, that is a serious hill. Someone posted a video of a Rangie Classic rolling over on that hill last hear.....from the top all the way to the bottom.
It's a track to be respected that's for sure.

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Thought about calling the cops at the time, but didn't have reception. Didn't think about it later. Doesn't mean it wasn't, but I still doubt it was dumped though, as there would have been much easier places to dump it.

As for your comments on the Rangie, that would explain the pics of these two items I took while walking back down the hill after doing the winch strap stuff:

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I now know what not to drive up a VERY steep hill!

Here's the video of the rangie. Pretty scary. . . Very lucky to get out of that one unscathed, not sure if it had a cage or not.


Range Rover Fall Over - Should Have Bought a Jeep!: https://youtu.be/0F03pHjThfM

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Originally Posted by Winnie

Keep a fire extinguisher in your car! Could have turned that guys day from a disaster to just a bloody big scare

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Id say that patrol was stolen,


You'll be back bigger and better than before.
Main thing is you werent injured

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Originally Posted by Rossco

Here's the video of the rangie. Pretty scary. . . Very lucky to get out of that one unscathed, not sure if it had a cage or not. Range Rover Fall Over - Should Have Bought a Jeep!: https://youtu.be/0F03pHjThfM

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Can't believe he got out of that unhurt. That is where the winch should have come out straight away.

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Originally Posted by roofy

they rang this morning said they where chasing parts and maybe 2weeks that's ok so long as I get before may
wanting to go into the gatta for a hunt before it closes

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If its not ready in time Roofy I will drive you in and be the Camp Bitch LOL

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Originally Posted by Bob

If its not ready in time Roofy I will drive you in and be the Camp Bitch LOL

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jane would love you to be camp bitch for a couple of days lol

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Originally Posted by krbrooking

Can't believe he got out of that unhurt. That is where the winch should have come out straight away.

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Yeah it's pretty crazy. It's probably only 1/3 the way up the hill too. Not the best sound but you can hear the guy in the red shirt saying should have got the winch. Weird he doesn't seem concerned at all about them just shitty he trashed his car. Was a nice rangie, don't mind the old classics if their done nicely.

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Originally Posted by roofy

jane would love you to be camp bitch for a couple of days lol

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# Roofy did the air bag deploy, or not hard enough

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Originally Posted by threedogs

# Roofy did the air bag deploy, or not hard enough

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Not fast enough for the airbag to deploy.

Well things have aligned and I'll be going camping with the family this long weekend in aberfeldy, with the plan to stay at o'tooles and do some tracks in the area.

What's the relevant rooftop map for the area ad Any tips / suggestions on tracks or areas to visit? Cheers


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You want the Jamieson - Licola one mate. Pretty sure thats the one.

Edit: Half your luck on the trip ! I'm staying dormant at home / work standby.

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Originally Posted by Hodge

You want the Jamieson - Licola one mate. Pretty sure thats the one.

Edit: Half your luck on the trip ! I'm staying dormant at home / work standby.

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Thanks Hodge, Im heading off to the Melbourne Map Store today so I'll pick one up and have a look.

Yeh just lucky how it worked out and the wife was keen to come along as well! Another great weekend of weather to look forward to as well!

From those that did this trip earlier this year or have camped at o'tooles before - are there any special spots to camp? I've read that its similar to Talbotville; big grass open plains with plenty of opening camping areas?

Yeah it's similar to Talbotville but smaller. I always camp at the far right because there is good river access and a big swimming hole, but there is not much sun on that side during the day. In the middle gets the most sun.

Ended up get of the walhalla - woods point map because it covered a bit more ground.

Winne - I think I read that you did some of deep creek tracks earlier this year? How'd you find them? Rooftop map says to avoid No. 1?

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...015/09/364.jpg


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No 1 is one of the better ones =]
Look they are very hard tracks, that's where Roofy damaged his car. But I drove them all with 33s and no lockers.

There was a chicken track around the good bit though. CGM drove it all in his Jackaroo too

Very good thanks mate - normally rooftops maps are pretty good ad I've never read a warning like that on any of his maps!

Well be based out of o'tooles so may have a look at doing them while were in the area. -- anything else you recommend visiting in the area?


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Yeah walk down to the morning star water wheel... It's stunning