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  1. 5th May 2012, 11:33 PM #1
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    Greetings from a newby

    Greetings All,

    I'm new to the forum and by way of introduction I’ll give you some background. Mature aged and aim is to do a leisurely trip around this great country, possibly towing an off road trailer but nothing bigger
    Currently don’t own a Patrol but looking to purchase a new GU8 within the next few weeks. The Simpson 50th Anniversary model is looking very nice.
    Discovered this forum while looking for some advice on the pros/cons of manual vs automatic. Biggest issue I have is my better half, she wants an auto. See what I’m up against? I really need to convince her with facts and figures that manual is the way to go!
    Now I’m in the forum you’ll find me an active member, looking forward to interacting and look out for my requests for advice from some of you learned members.
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  2. 5th May 2012, 11:44 PM #2
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    Welcome, Apollofish!

    As a die hard manual person I find myself slowly being dragged around to slushboxes off road.
    RIP - valued member and true gentleman of this forum that will be missed by many!

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    G'day mate welcome aboard great bunch with some good info and advice here so feel free to jump in and contribute were you can
    Good luck in your purchase
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    Welcome to the forum mate, feel free to ask any questions and join in the conversations.
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    Gday mate welcome aboard gotta friendly mob here fulla great info and advice

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    Hi and welcometo Nissans Nut House Apollofish




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    Hello All,

    Well I've taken the plunge, new Simpson 50th Anniversay Patrol has been ordered - can't wait for it to arrive.
    Now to start looking for options for that big trip!

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    Welcome aboard buddy.
    Great lot here always willing to help out and share adventures.
    (Apollofish) sounds like you do a bit around Apollo Bay ??

    My 2bobs worth, like silver i love me manuals, mate just went from man to auto so his miss's can drive it and hates it, others love it but im not convinced, just dont seem to have as much control with your revs when you need it. Thats just my thoughts though

    Anyway enjoy the site its a cracker

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