So you think you can('t) drive?

[rebecca]

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Hello all… just putting some feelers out for an ‘L’ s day – a trip out for those who are new or relatively new to 4WD’ing… Steve T has accepted my request to lead a trip out for us. I’m thinking Menai or Zig Zag depending on Steve’s preference.

To those who’s co-pilots are not on this forum please spread the word. I’d like to get a show of hands then choose a date/time/location.

Thanks,
Rebecca

[azasjeep]

Im keen to nominate cass for this one, she needs somewere safe to practise, shes a great driver behind the wheel of a V8 but gets very nervy when it comes to crawling along in a jeep :)

[homedg]

I'm sure that Mim would be more than competent behind the wheel. ;D

The question is ::), would I be able to stay in the passengers seat! :o

Depending on dates, we would be in. Great idea.

[monsterjeep]

Depending on the date we will be in.

This is a great idea

Will be great for Bianca to drive on a trip like this.
Just have to ratchet strap me in the passenger side :o

[casey]

I cant wait for this trip - I will finally get to take photos! :D

[homedg]

When I first posted I said this was a great idea. :D

After the following conversation I now think that it is an extraspecialicuosdicious idea.

Once upon a time.

Me: What do you think about this Co-Pilot driving day that Rebecca has suggested Darling?

Minister for fun and finance: Sounds Great!

Me: You know that while you've been on a few trips and we've had great fun, weather conditions and terrain can change quite quickly and without notice. This can make easy runs quite "hairy".

Minister for fun and finance: What are you trying to say?

(After a brief tour of duty around the car, showing where the air intake is for the CRD and how the winch plate cover on the new ARB bar just comes off.)

Me: Well, it's just a safety thing. So we don't damage the car and so we can get out of sticky situations it would be a good investment to get a winch and a snorkel.

Minister for fun and finance: Well, if it is a safety issue, just get it sorted! I can't believe you haven't dealt with it already!

;D ;D ;D And I lived happily ever after!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D

PS:
CASEY: Sorry mate. I probably should have just PM'ed you this strategy before I let the cat out of the bag. Keep trying brother. I'm with you.

Disclaimer: If Rebecca reads this post then she needs to recognise that the Post Script [PS] was meant for Casey alone and no correspondence will be entered into.

And if Rebecca is still reading this (which I know you are) just come to a comprimise and get it all done. You know you will eventually anyway so why not get the benefit earlier than later.

[casey]

haha - your posts always crack me up dave :P

what snorkels are available for the JK?

i've seen these two:

River Raider

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AEV (not yet released afaik)
(cant embed the pics, so here is the link)
http://www.project-jk.com/wp-gallery2.php?g2_itemId=64102

or you could DIY without too much difficulty a military style one like on the new J8 military jeep
(again, cant embed the pics, so here is the link)
http://www.project-jk.com/wp-gallery2.php?g2_itemId=64356

[casey]

ahh.. I just found the Safari one

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[azasjeep]

Go the custom stainless exhaust shop option :-*

[Steve F]

I'll be sending out a Club update email shortly so I'll include this day in it. It'd be great to get a decent number of vehicles along, I might even be able to convince my Bec to give it a go :)

Cheers
Steve

[HYPE]

haha Tentative...

the better half has driven supercars and use to be a fixture in the HSV owners club... but is not sure about the 'offroad' as yet... i'll work on her..

and if all else fails i'll put my man-friend DJ in the drivers seat (a SCARY thought given the way he offroads my racebike at the track!)

[rebecca]

snorkle?


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[casey]

snorkle?


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hehe - you got pwned by the interwebs. ;)

[rebecca]

How's Sunday May 4th for everyone?

Steve T - do you have your roster yet??

[[DJ]]

haha Tentative...

the better half has driven supercars and use to be a fixture in the HSV owners club... but is not sure about the 'offroad' as yet... i'll work on her..

and if all else fails i'll put my man-friend DJ in the drivers seat (a SCARY thought given the way he offroads my racebike at the track!)


LOL! I'f Al's not into it, then all I can give you is my solemn promise not to 'drop it' :P (worked last time didnt it? :D)

[JPLyn]

This an absolutely fabo idea and it will be loads of fun. Many many moons ago I did driver training when we were members of Suzuki Club .. it was great fun. I did a few drives here and there and then went through the ... I find it all too stressful stage. Mainly cause everyone was doing harder and harder tracks and I started to freek out a bit :)

If Mark's jeep were up to going offroad I'd come too ... but it needs a new clutch and there is no way I'd be able to drive it until that gets fixed.

[stevet]

Hi all,
I don't get the new roster until Tuesday/Wednesday this week, so I will post up as soon as I can.
Menai looks like the closest location for everyone ( does this mean a high turn out for the April clean-up ??? ) provided everyone has done a clean-up. The ZigZag as a second option depending on the weather if Menai has been closed on that day.
Stephen T.

[VIN18U]

sounds great, Nadine really wants to jump in the drivers seat of my car. just having a quick look at our calander the 4th and 18th are out. so just post up a day and we will do our best to be there.

[Jaffas]

Marvellous idea! So do I get to bring my other half... err that is, I can drive with my left hand instead of my right!

Depending on the date I'd be happy to come and help out at the back of the convoy, but 4th May is a no go as we are having a birthday breakfast for mother dear... and you know it is very unwise to miss these events! Although its its Menai I might be able to join you later on... maybe...

[HYPE]

Nadine really wants to jump in the drivers seat of my car

so the last drive didn't scare her off the idea?, she's a tough customer! ;D

[VIN18U]

haha yeh she was a little scared . now im the one who is going to be scared with her behind the wheel ;D

[Chook]

Hi all
I have convinced myself my misses will be up for the challenge...
don't know if I can convince the JK though!!

Count me in Steve ....oh and the misses.

Cheers.

[stevet]

It's on ladies, Sunday 4th May 8) ;D.
More updates later.
Stephen T.

[Chook]

Hi Steve,

We will be OS from the 3rd May for 2 weeks ;D ;D

So unfortunately we won't be able to attend :'( :'(..fortunately though for my JK :D :D

CHOOK

[Steve F]

It's on ladies, Sunday 4th May 8) ;D.
More updates later.
Stephen T.


Any idea where yet? I've had a couple of inquires and the fact they haven't done a clean up means Menai is a no go. Sounds like it's going to be a big day :)

Cheers
Steve

[rebecca]

So May 4th... Tentative I would say we're looking at the Zig Zag as there's some whom haven't done a Menai cleanup (unless we do one on the day?)... Unless there's any other suggestions?

...and just wanted to note - this one's not just for the ladies, even tho' we all know steve t looks good in a skirt.

...and for those who can't make it this time, i'm sure 1 lesson isn't going to turn us into mad rock crawling masters... so if steve's up for it again (and he says this BEFORE we go out the first time), we should do another "L"earners trip.

;D ;D ;D


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[Wooders]

I love the sound of this......I'd be prepared to chuck the keys to the boss......So put us down as a interested......

[monsterjeep]

The 4th is good for us
Not sure about my nerves but we are in :o
Zig Zag is cool as we will be camping up there from the 2nd.

[smorison]

definately interested... alright for stockers ?

cheers
Stephen

[Steve F]

definately interested... alright for stockers ?

cheers
Stephen


For sure :) A stock Jeep is more than capable of doing anything a new driver would attempt.

Cheers
Steve

[casey]

whoa - just went through the posts for this thread and i've counted 10 jeeps up for this trip! this is gonna be awesome :D

[stevet]

Hi folks,
When-- Sunday 4th May 08
Meet-- MacDonalds, Richmond @ 7.30/45a.m. or at the ZigZag carprk, Lithgow @ 9.00/15a.m.
Bring-- Own recovery gear,
Food/drink of choice,
Camera or video,
Dress to weather ( can get cold up there! )
Ladies, other half if needed ;D :)
Stock Jeeps should remove their hard mudflaps as they can
be prone to damage offroad :-[ :o
This is a "C" grade run with some options.
Further info Stephen T.-Mob. No.-- 0412-707903

[smorison]

For sure :) A stock Jeep is more than capable of doing anything a new driver would attempt.
Cheers
Steve


Steve,
Thanks, i have been doing a bit of 4wding, my concern was that the car in stock form so may not go where you were planning to take the drivers.

any ideas on meeting place / time yet.

thanks
stephen

[azasjeep]

As per the same reason i couldnt get to menai, the jeep needs a few running repairs after my trip out and about on saturday so i will be hiding in a hole for the next month till i can get some new mounts welded on and my currie all fitted up and the tj wil be back in action.

Cass is releived though as she felt i was pressuring her to drive :)

[PureCaboose]

Please put me down, I will meet at Richmond as per details.

Will probably bring 1 or 2 of the kids with me....

Greg

[azasjeep]

If anyone wants a pasenger for the trip i would still be happy to tag along and offer help or record the trip to make up a dvd to remember it by.

[stevet]

Hi asazjeep?
I have got plenty of room for a jockey if you want to come on Sunday. I'm in Blacktown. Let me know where to pick you up or where to meet. Looking foreward to Sunday. 8)
Stephen T.

[smorison]

i'm going to have to bail out of the trip...

next time :)

[azasjeep]

Thanks steve, pure caboose has generously offered a seat as well. Ill meet you guys at the richmond maccas and jump in with whoever is feeling lonely.

Ill bring my cameras and make a video of the day and take a few happy snaps.

[Will2003tj]

hey everyone.

Im 19 so havent had much experience 4wding. But i might come tomorrow and bring a friend with me. my jeeps stock on 31's

[Will2003tj]

oh and i dont have my cb in. Do i need one? or is it ok?

[Wooders]

Sorry dudes - gotta drop out :(
dang dang dang....

[azasjeep]

oh and i dont have my cb in. Do i need one? or is it ok?




I will be bringing a handheld that someone like yourself can use if they dont have one, ill bring a bag of recovery gear as well for any other newbies needing a hand

[VIN18U]

hey everyone,

ill be coming along with my dad! we will meet everyone at zig zag car park by 9:00am

looking forward to a good day out.

see you 2mrw
vinnie

[Steve F]

Sorry dudes - gotta drop out :(
dang dang dang....


Geez Wooders, at these rate you'll be the one that needs some driver training ;)

Cheers
Steve

[Will2003tj]

hey guys

i dont have a cb or snatchstrap is this okay?

i have tow points (10000lb) on the front and a tow reciever for my rear trailer hitch.

will this be okay?

[stevet]

I have a spare handheld you can use though you may need a couple of "AAA" batteries. See you tommorrow. 8)

[Steve F]

I'll be bringing plenty of spare gear as well since I'll be assisting Steve with such a big turnout :)

Cheers
Steve

[stevet]

Add James to the list ;D (jeepney)

[PureCaboose]

What an awesome day....thanks to all for coming. Looking forward to seeing the photos and any videos that were taken of the day. Might even get off my fat arse and do a trip report (might).

PureCaboose

[Will2003tj]

thanks to everyone today for showing me hows its done, and lending me cb's/air pumps etc.

I had a great time and will see all you guys on another trip in the future.

Will

[jeepney]

It was indeed a fun-filled day and an unforgettable experience for me. Thanks a lot specially for STEVE T for being a great MENTOR.

And for the rest of the group, who shared your experience and friendhip, thanks also for your patience... I knew you had to wait when my stock WJ was struggling and got bogged.

And I salute to those who conquered the Big Blackstone... esp the LADIES. I admire your guts and perseverance!

Looking forward for more trips. The Jeep Fever is in me now.

[casey]

Pics are online!

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[homedg]

For a second let's just forget about the ability of the "COLONEL".
And then we can appreciate the quality shots that Rebecca and Casey produce trip after trip.

Thanks Guys.

Our view of the day and some pics will be posted shortly.

It was a great day!

We're not WORTHY

[VIN18U]

thanks very much everyone for a great day, my dad and i enjoyed ourselves and he is looking forward to coming out on more trips.

[monsterjeep]

We would just like to thank everyone for another great day and we look forward to the next trip.
We are new to the club and would just like to say the friendly people make it a pleasure to attend these outings.
See you at the club meeting.

Jayson & Bianca

[sir_camel]

Nice 'angles' on some of those pics!

[jeepney]

You missed out again, Sir Camel. Hope we'll see you on the next outing.

[jeepney]

Nice composition, Casey. I like Steve T's GC "spearheading" to the ground.

With these nice shots... we didn't regret waiting for you at Makka's in a cold morning. Hahahaha.

[rebecca]

Thanks to all for a fantastic day. Especially Steve T and Steve F for their guidance.... I'll be putting the trip report in this month's newsletter due out tomorrow...

Yes that's right, we were last to turn up... Apologies for the wait - but it was worth it right?!!

[casey]

That was definitely the best trip I've been on so far :D