Gibraltar Rocks - Sunday 19th May 2013 [Archive]

SteveC

02-05-13, 09:57 AM

Where -- Gibraltar Rocks - Sunny Corner Region
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When -- Sunday, 19 May 2013

Time -- Meet at 8.00am

Meet Place -- McDonalds Richmond

Grade - C+ . All vehicles and members are welcome.

Requirements -- recovery points Front/Rear, recovery gear, radio, food/drink of choice, camera.

Further info contact --- Steve Cassano 0411853859 (tel:0411853859)

Attending:

1. stevec
2. dobbo56
3. bear
4. ick72
5. shefy
6. Talreuse
7. dand
8. fussy
9. cobus
10. dand
11. vstanman
12. rok360
13. wallyd

Maggie

02-05-13, 03:23 PM

What happened to this thread .. I can't see it.

shefy

02-05-13, 03:52 PM

Can't see any details either and Sunday is May 19th, is it on Saturday 18th?

Steve F

02-05-13, 03:59 PM

Weird, the colour of the text has been set to white? If you highlight the post you can see all the text again. I'll change it back.

Cheers
Steve

Maggie

02-05-13, 04:20 PM

This sounds like it might be a good trip to use as a training day for newbies with stock vehicles ... c+ trails, and Steve C as the leader.

SteveC

02-05-13, 04:31 PM

Not sure what happened STEVEF must be the colour set I chose which I found as an option here

Also the heading should read Sunday 19TH, can you change that SteveF please?

dobbo56

02-05-13, 05:34 PM

put me down please Steve, i like that run. Cheers, Doggy Dave..

Bear

02-05-13, 05:51 PM

Steve, Maggie says she would like to do this trip. please clarify which day Sat? Sun?

ick72

02-05-13, 07:45 PM

I would like to join in on this one just need to repair coolant tank and bump stops first

shefy

02-05-13, 07:52 PM

Hi Steve, put me down as well Thanks.

up2nogood

02-05-13, 10:11 PM

Sounds like a great run, pls put me down.

DanD

02-05-13, 10:16 PM

And I also please :D

SteveC

03-05-13, 08:45 AM

Hi all

heading should read sunday 19 may.

Fussy

04-05-13, 04:44 PM

Please, count me in Steve

Richard

SteveC

08-05-13, 06:56 PM

It would be nice to see a few more Jeeps come along and support the club and it's memebers. It will be a great day out.

DanD

08-05-13, 07:31 PM

Is this place mid way between Lithgow & Bathurst?

Cobus

09-05-13, 05:01 AM

Hi, put me name down too please.

SteveC

09-05-13, 10:11 AM

Is this place mid way between Lithgow & Bathurst?
It through Jenolan area.

DanD

09-05-13, 10:45 AM

It through Jenolan area.

Thanks :) have a mate up in Bathurst but she's busy so she misses out lol

Green Gecko

11-05-13, 05:21 PM

Hi Steve, Just need to check work schedule. Everything should be ok, would love to give this a go. Want to get the jeep into 4wd and get it dirty for the first time. Just need to get my radio in. Please add me and I will let you know definitely in the next few days. Thanks mate. Paul :smile-new:

DanD

12-05-13, 06:59 PM

up2nogood

12-05-13, 08:55 PM

Bummer, going to have to pull out. Have to be interstate that weekend now. Have a great run, all.

vstanman

13-05-13, 07:07 AM

is this trip open to anyone or you have to be a Sydney Jeep Club member, if it is open I would like to go but will a stock JK unlimitted be ok?

Cheers

AV8

13-05-13, 08:18 AM

is this trip open to anyone or you have to be a Sydney Jeep Club member, if it is open I would like to go but will a stock JK unlimitted be ok?

Cheers

i would suggest that it'll be OK for you to go on that trip being a C+ on a stock JKU. I did it with a stock 29" Grand. You'll enjoy it so much that you'll get online immediately after the trip and join up ! :highly_amused:

Then again it's not up to me...

SteveC

13-05-13, 10:09 AM

is this trip open to anyone or you have to be a Sydney Jeep Club member, if it is open I would like to go but will a stock JK unlimitted be ok?

Cheers
It should be OK but it would be better if you had mud tyres but that depends on track being wet or not.
Please make sure you have recovery points front and back.
Steve

SteveC

13-05-13, 10:16 AM

Hi SteveC, it is likely that I will be coming from Bathurst on the Sunday due to a catch up with a mate, would it be possible for a Mt Victoria meetup? or, if Bells Line of Road is taken to the very end, a meetup at Lithgow?
We can meet up at My Victoria as it's actually shorter distance that way rather than through Lithgow. It should be about 9.15am
but please confirm attendance.

vstanman

13-05-13, 10:54 AM

SteveC

13-05-13, 11:10 AM

thanks AV8 and SteveC. anyother things needed? winch? I just installed an arb bumper but no winch yet. will the stock recovery point at the rear be ok? or what are the options? do we need to bring extra petrol?

Cheers

Sunel
The rear loop is OK for recovery in the rear and if you have a tow bar even better. Tow bars for JK's are worth it as they are less than $200.
While a winch is helpful it is not necessary on this trip. There will be others with a winch. It is better to have rated recovery points on front. Not sure if the arb has them on or not.
However as part of club policy you should carry a recovery kit. At least a snatch strap and at least two rated bow shackles.
The trail is not that long but fill up at convenient stop on the way

AV8

13-05-13, 02:37 PM

Stay away from tow balls, as they sometimes grow wings. You wouldn't want a broken tow ball hitsiles through the Jeep or worse through yer noggin. Get a hitch shackle.

DanD

13-05-13, 09:56 PM

We can meet up at My Victoria as it's actually shorter distance that way rather than through Lithgow. It should be about 9.15am
but please confirm attendance.

Sounds good - will definitely be along - whether I meet you all @ Maccas in Richmond or up in Mt Victoria! Hopefully it doesn't rain too much up there so my stock 2 door isnt stranded too often haha

dobbo56

14-05-13, 09:50 AM

You'll be rite Dan, ive done this trip after all the rain last year in my JK when it was stock and made it out ok.21312132yep, lost my front numberplate in that one. Doggy Dave.

ick72

14-05-13, 01:11 PM

Dan ill give you knowledge and help if you need

Maggie

14-05-13, 01:38 PM

Dan, Steve won't let you go wrong, he is a very competent, trained leader.

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AV8

14-05-13, 02:07 PM

Don't worry Dan, we'll pick up you up and toss you around , bruddah! :highly_amused:

(Not back to Jedi Sword Beach... Bwahahahaha....) :highly_amused:

sal

vstanman

14-05-13, 03:18 PM

how about me? im new to this stuff... hehehe. very excited to go with you guys

Maggie

14-05-13, 03:57 PM

how about me? im new to this stuff... hehehe. very excited to go with you guys

We have to look after you, you are a Guest ..... don't worry, we never leave anyone behind.

Wallyd

14-05-13, 03:57 PM

If Geoff's Mt Airlie trip doesn't happen, I'd like to tag along.....

DanD

14-05-13, 07:30 PM

Dave - thanks for the heads up, wont take long to unscrew the plates when airing down :P

Todd - as always, a scholar & a gentleman!

Maggie - thank you also! This was the reason I joined the club before running around out there unsupervised!

Sal - You're a bad man haha dont make me post a pic of the Samurai of Samurai beach!! :P

AV8

14-05-13, 07:58 PM

how about me? im new to this stuff... hehehe. very excited to go with you guys

What Maggie said. Never leave anyone behind 'cept we'll give you a hard time about it if you get stuck ! :hurt:

Nahhh, just kidding mate. They'll take care of ya. Even got the extra UHF for ya at the beach a couple of weeks ago.,

Hey Dan, how did you managed to clone yourself to go twice on a trip. I see your on No:7 & No:10 on the list. Awesome.. :single_eye:

DanD

14-05-13, 08:03 PM

What Maggie said. Never leave anyone behind 'cept we'll give you a hard time about it if you get stuck ! :hurt:

Nahhh, just kidding mate. They'll take care of ya. Even got the extra UHF for ya at the beach a couple of weeks ago.,

Hey Dan, how did you managed to clone yourself to go twice on a trip. I see your on No:7 & No:10 on the list. Awesome.. :single_eye:

Its cause I'm both Polish & German - a special mix of crazy! :D

vstanman

14-05-13, 09:15 PM

We have to look after you, you are a Guest ..... don't worry, we never leave anyone behind.

Thanks. I guess I wont be a guest after this trip as I am considering on being a member.

Cheers

Sunel

vstanman

14-05-13, 09:16 PM

DanD

14-05-13, 09:29 PM

Thanks AV8 hope to see you guys on Sunday

He hasn't put his name down for this trip yet... guilt him some more into coming ;)

vstanman

15-05-13, 11:39 AM

is the meeting place still in mcdonalds richmond? is this the ine at the corner ir march and east market st?

ick72

15-05-13, 12:59 PM

Yes that's the one

AV8

15-05-13, 03:02 PM

Haaaa! Very Dan D, if only I can clone myself but then again I'm not Polish German. :pirate: . My better half is Czech German, close but no Cigar..As for me, I'm a mongrel, so no chance in heaven? Our WJ got bit/eaten by a Horse the last time we were on that trail. Still keeping the scratch for the memory's sake. It was fun doing it for the first time on my own ( Hill End-Sofala-Capertee) and at night.

We're away on that weekend, :very_drunk: fortunate or unfortunately, so no go.

Vstanman, just fill up near Macca's Richmond. There are a couple gas (gasoline) stations there. I got a few bewildered looks during my first outing with the club, sporting 2x20L Jerries, but then again, I always get that look. Hmmm, wasn't the Jerries after all !!

You pipple enjoy! Might want to rug up though :cold:

With night time temps at/below freezing, it'll be slipppery when icy.

Hot coffee, a selection of cheese, quince, crackers, grapes, caviar?.... cool. I guess Chardonnay at home, huh?? :smile-new:. I'm easy, Singapore Noodles with bullet chillis :boxing: will do me..

ROK360

15-05-13, 10:09 PM

Please put me down for this one, the transfer case in the Waggie needs to have the chain splash some fluid around. Hopefully I don't have anything come up that changes my plans, has been the story of my life lately.

See U at 0800.

Cheers

Wallyd

16-05-13, 01:42 PM

Please put me down. I don't see any movement on the Mt Airlie trip.
Cheers
Wally

SteveC

16-05-13, 02:00 PM

Just a reminder for those attending (or attending other trips for that matter) that you have appropriate recovery gear and recovery points.
In particular snatch strap and two rated bow shackles PLUS recovery point on front and rear of your jeep.

If you are not sure, do not hesitate so please post up and we can provide advice. or call me Steve on 0411853859
Thanks
BTW if you are unable to commit or something comes up, please let us know so we don't wait for you
Thanks
Steve

DanD

16-05-13, 07:17 PM

I'm definitely out at Conowindra on the Saturday & night, where do you want me to wait at Mt Victoria? Will be there for a 9:15am meetup

ick72

16-05-13, 07:18 PM

steve what type of break will it be for lunch so i can arrange want to bring please

Wallyd

16-05-13, 07:42 PM

DanD, I think u will be better off meeting at Lifgo Maccas, since the meeting point is Richmond Maccas, they more than likely will be going up Bells Line

Please correct me if I'm wrong

Maggie

16-05-13, 08:00 PM

If you are meeting us in Lithgow, I would suggest the Miners Lamp as Maccas can get very busy and car park gets full. Make sure you let us know where you will be.

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AV8

16-05-13, 08:09 PM

We can meet up at My Victoria as it's actually shorter distance that way rather than through Lithgow. It should be about 9.15am
but please confirm attendance.

Though "my victoria" could be closer to Chatswood. ;)

No offense Steve...

Fussy

16-05-13, 08:51 PM

I want to get a club's shirt. Can anyone point me in the right direction.

Thanks

SteveC

16-05-13, 10:14 PM

We will meet at richmond maccas then up bells line road then turn left 10 k before lithow at mt victoria turnoff. We wont be going throughlithgow city. Saves abt 20k
I hope that clarifies it
Steve

SteveC

16-05-13, 10:16 PM

Lunch is simple affair no bbqs please. No facility like that really

Bear

16-05-13, 10:47 PM

Looking forward to Sunday, should have the Hemma maps installed in the GPS by then.

Bear

16-05-13, 10:53 PM

I want to get a club's shirt. Can anyone point me in the right direction.

Thanks Come to the next club meeting and raise the point there. If we have taken in enough new members since the last order, (we need to place an order for 25 shirts), there is the possibility of another shirt run.

ick72

16-05-13, 11:44 PM

Thanks ill bring my cooker for coffee and noodles if its going to be cold

DanD

17-05-13, 08:06 AM

Steve - what channel on the UHF are you going to be on? I'll wait for you all where the road from bells line of road goes into mt Victoria and as I most likely wont have net access tomorrow, my number is 0404881481 incase there are any issues - see you Sunday! Should be a chilly morning!

Bear

17-05-13, 08:30 AM

DanD channel15uhf is the official club channel

AV8

17-05-13, 10:07 AM

DanD channel15uhf is the official club channel

Could this be a sticky, together with other club stuff such as T Shirts, Stickers, Association Stickers, Convoy Procedures, Etiquette, 4WD Tips: winching, deep water crossing, recovery, Hill Asc/Dsc etc. Or is it already a sticky?

I had to ask the same question a few weeks ago much to the chagrin of a member...:highly_amused:

Bear

17-05-13, 10:42 AM

Could this be a sticky, together with other club stuff such as T Shirts, Stickers, Association Stickers, Convoy Procedures, Etiquette, 4WD Tips: winching, deep water crossing, recovery, Hill Asc/Dsc etc. Or is it already a sticky?

I had to ask the same question a few weeks ago much to the chagrin of a member...:highly_amused:Most of what you are suggesting is covered in the welcome pack you receive upon joining the club.

AV8

17-05-13, 11:28 AM

Didnt get any

SteveC

17-05-13, 12:45 PM

Can we keep this thread on track (get it track...) please?

AV8

17-05-13, 01:57 PM

Thread drift, roger that.

Thousand apologies Steve,

I was supporting a valid argument but should've been on it's own thread.:shame:

Have a great trip out !

DanD

17-05-13, 09:23 PM

Plans have changed - see you all at Richmond Maccas! (don't ask...)

ROK360

17-05-13, 09:59 PM

Does anyone know if there is a servo, Mt Vic side that has LPG. would like the Waggie to be topped off b4 hitting the trail.

The Caltex at Mt Vic does not have LPG.

dobbo56

18-05-13, 04:14 PM

Does anyone know if there is a servo, Mt Vic side that has LPG. would like the Waggie to be topped off b4 hitting the trail.

The Caltex at Mt Vic does not have LPG.
top it up at Lithgow.

vstanman

18-05-13, 08:20 PM

is someone bringing a stove like those butane powerd ones?

Maggie

19-05-13, 10:20 AM

It is bloody cold in Jenolan Forest

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Wallyd

19-05-13, 06:02 PM

Nice day out. Nice meeting u all, even though I won't remember everyone's name

DanD

19-05-13, 06:03 PM

Huge thanks to all for a great day out! Looking back, I should have had a go at that hill at lunch time haha

Maggie

19-05-13, 06:28 PM

You could have tried to equal Richard's shout of triumph, how good was that.

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DanD

19-05-13, 06:38 PM

You could have tried to equal Richard's shout of triumph, how good was that.

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Hehe if I had a beer in my hand at the time, I would have saluted him right back!

ick72

19-05-13, 06:56 PM

Yeah thanks Steve for the trip was good just to get for the day

Fussy

19-05-13, 06:59 PM

I had a great time, the tracks were nice and easy and gave us plenty time to enjoy the gorgeous scenery.
i want to thank all my fellow Jeepers for such a good time. i will post some photos by the end of the week.

below is the stats of our trip.

the link will take you to google maps.

https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&msid=205913525386679204261.0004dd0e3f82ecbd7c661

Created by Google My Tracks on Android.

Name: 19/05/2013 10:19
Activity type: -
Description: -
Total distance: 43.77 km (27.2 mi)
Total time: 4:38:07
Moving time: 3:29:09
Average speed: 9.44 km/h (5.9 mi/h)
Average moving speed: 12.56 km/h (7.8 mi/h)
Max speed: 68.36 km/h (42.5 mi/h)
Average pace: 6.35 min/km (10.2 min/mi)
Average moving pace: 4.78 min/km (7.7 min/mi)
Fastest pace: 0.88 min/km (1.4 min/mi)
Max elevation: 1281 m (4202 ft)
Min elevation: 0 m (0 ft)
Elevation gain: 3023 m (9917 ft)
Max grade: 487 %
Min grade: -681 %
Recorded: 19/05/2013 10:19

Green Gecko

19-05-13, 07:11 PM

Hello All, Just wanted to say thanks for a great day out. Great communication, well organised, Fantastic people, Great I wasn't the only one new to this. Personal thanks to Steve for organising the trip, Well done. To Maggie, Bear (Reg) and the rest of the crew (sorry cant remember every ones name), thanks for making us feel welcome and taking the time to help us all out. Even my mate commented on how well everything was organised, the friendly people and the good advice. Thanks again, we had the best day out.

DanD

19-05-13, 07:37 PM

Would it be ok if I put the following photos up on the Jeep Australia facecrack page:

2134

(And if anyone can figure out how to get this one to show as being the right side up - it shows up fine on my computer - not sure why it uploads upside down - even tried rotating it and it still uploads upside down :/ )

2133

Wallyd

19-05-13, 08:22 PM

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/19/uda7yqud.jpg

iPad photo edit, rotate and all done

Wallyd

19-05-13, 08:26 PM

These are all I took, as I was towards the back of the convoy....

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/19/aryru3a7.jpg

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http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/19/avu8etyt.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/19/8ahasana.jpg

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http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/19/5yne5upe.jpg

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vstanman

19-05-13, 10:43 PM

It was great meeting you all! Great trip and I totally enjoyed it! Here are the pictures I took.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/suntez/DSCF5562-Edit_zps863a5278.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/suntez/DSCF5569-Edit_zps9c964ac9.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/suntez/DSCF5573-Edit_zps9f82feb8.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/suntez/DSCF5588-Edit_zps156b3d9e.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/suntez/DSCF5591-Edit_zpsa5ae9d0e.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/suntez/DSCF5610-Edit_zpse249a903.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/suntez/DSCF5629-Edit_zps2b2392a7.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/suntez/DSCF5636-Edit_zps358ab127.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/suntez/DSCF5645-Edit_zps227a70fb.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v628/suntez/DSCF5652-Edit_zps060e7e8c.jpg

Cheers,

Sunel

SteveC

20-05-13, 10:11 AM

I'm glad you guys enjoyed it. and special thanks for your complements guys plus some nice photos.

The weather was excellent but bloody cold where we aired down

It was a good introduction for the new guys though it was quite sedate as the tracks had been flattened out and it was dry too.

I'll try to find more challenging tracks next time if interested.

ps I kept hearing rumblings from the newbies about spending $$$.. ohhh no they have the bug already............

pss It was fantastic to see the many colours.