Chain Gang #2 Yalwal 28&29 April

[Dru]

I'm going to simply get this one into the schedule for now. Yalwal is south - sort of near Nowra, so it is a drive - but the 4wd is definitely worth it. Come and play on Saturday if that works for you. Or Sunday if that is better. Or camp the weekend!

The camping site is on private ground on the upper Shoalhaven River - Coolendel. There are cabins, plenty of camping space, but Kerry and I are thinking about this:
http://www.flashcamp.com.au/coolendel/

We will be led out by the inimitable Dieselcon of Rampage Productions. To you and me he is Jose, of the "Jose Line". A driving line that might feel a little strange - but the photos are fantastic! :highly_amused:

Kerry and I are really excited about having this sort of expertise available for the Chain Gang. There is no need to rely on the apprentice (Dru'n'Kerry) when we have the Master (Jose). We will be there though. Ready to lend a hand, have fun, and to learn.

No limit to numbers.

We will fill the details out later.

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[isherz]

Yep John & Di will be in
Love coolendale one of our favourites.


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[Rocket55]

I'm in :encouragement:

PS: what's the date?

[Dieselcon]

I think we are talking 28/29 April ..


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[StewartV]

I’m in for this. Not sure of the date though - 21’st or 28th?


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[SnakeDoctor]

Sounds great! I'm in.

[stevet]

If I can get that weekend off, Yes Please...........

[rupicon]

I’m in
If all the stars align


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[jeepstar2017]

I'm going to simply get this one into the schedule for now. Yalwal is south - sort of near Nowra, so it is a drive - but the 4wd is definitely worth it. Come and play on Saturday if that works for you. Or Sunday if that is better. Or camp the weekend!

The camping site is on private ground on the upper Shoalhaven River - Coolendel. There are cabins, plenty of camping space, but Kerry and I are thinking about this:
http://www.flashcamp.com.au/coolendel/

We will be led out by the inimitable Dieselcon of Rampage Productions. To you and me he is Jose, of the "Jose Line". A driving line that might feel a little strange - but the photos are fantastic! :highly_amused:

Kerry and I are really excited about having this sort of expertise available for the Chain Gang. There is no need to rely on the apprentice (Dru'n'Kerry) when we have the Master (Jose). We will be there though. Ready to lend a hand, have fun, and to learn.

No limit to numbers.

We will fill the details out later.

<no the dates wont shift - lock this one in>

We’ll make this one work. Please include us.


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[Dieselcon]

Awesome response
So far, for the Yalwal weekend 28th and 29th April we have

1 - Dru n Kerry - JK Rubi
2 - Dieselcon - Jose - TJ
3 - Isherz - John n Di - JK
4 - Rocket55 - Rod - TJ
5 - StewartV - JKU
6 - SnakeDoctor - JKU
7 - Stevet - Stephen - TJ
8 - Rupicon - Roop - TJ
9 - jeepstar2017 - ??? - JK
10- Redruby - Andy and Chantelle -JK Rubi
11- RedJK -Raj- JK

Options for Camping can be at as per Dru n Kerry or at Coolendal https://www.coolendel.com.au ... or if you have a swag camp spot with a view

[Dieselcon]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180227/6aaf1b2d07abb317944b0558b10cbb6f.jpg
That’s the view I’m thinking about ..


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[Dru]

Bet you couldn't sleep for the bloody cicadas. Looks tranquil. :fat:

[Dieselcon]

Bet you couldn't sleep for the bloody cicadas. Looks tranquil. :fat:
Surprisingly the cicadas were on holidays and it was very quiet :)

[isherz]

15HERZ is a shorty... JK


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[redrubi]

We may be able to attend Dru!

[Dru]

We may be able to attend Dru!

Woohoo! In terms of getting the gang back together - “It’s night time and we’re wearing dark glasses”.

[Dieselcon]

We may be able to attend Dru!

Awesomeness [emoji106]


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[Dieselcon]

May have to drag David out of retirement [emoji12]


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[Dru]

May have to drag David out of retirement [emoji12]


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Sounds like a plan! We definitely seem to be building an SJC southern division. :emmersed:

[dobbo56]

Sure, Ill pop up for a day, I'll talk to Jose on the weekend as to which day. Doggy.

[Dru]

Sure, Ill pop up for a day, I'll talk to Jose on the weekend as to which day. Doggy.

Should be a great weekend.

[Dieselcon]

Being that we are down for two day... we should be able to complete on day 1 .. rock gardens and Monkey Gum.. day 2 the power lines track including telegraph corner and Treeroot loop, and be back at camp by 2pm.. I’ll post some vids of the tracks to get some blood flowing [emoji12]


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[Dieselcon]

This vid has telegraph corner, parts of treeloop and then MonkeyGum.... note there are bypasses in most sections https://youtu.be/4XgFYWWsJzM


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[Dieselcon]

https://youtu.be/w3ArhC7OnZk


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[Stuart Tye]

Can you put down a spot for me. Cheers Stu


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[dobbo56]

I'll be there on the Saturday.

[stevet]

Yay, weekend off confirmed so will be there.... Will camp Saturday night in my little camper...

[Dieselcon]

Yay, weekend off confirmed so will be there.... Will camp Saturday night in my little camper...

Great news.


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[Stuart Tye]

Can you put down a spot for me. Cheers Stu


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Sorry guys I have to pull out[emoji20] hope you have a great trip


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[RedJK]

Hey guys. would love to join for those two days. But, before i confirm I've got a question.
I've only got a 33inch tyres installed on my JK. No lift. very stock. Will that be enough to tackle the courses?

Thank you.

Raj
RedJK

[Dieselcon]

Hey guys. would love to join for those two days. But, before i confirm I've got a question.
I've only got a 33inch tyres installed on my JK. No lift. very stock. Will that be enough to tackle the courses?

Thank you.

Raj
RedJK

Hi Raj
33’s on a JK will be fine.. do you have sliders???? But yes will be fine with spotting and food wheel placement.. will
Be fun.



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[redrubi]

As Jose says!

Raj Trust your driving, don't rely on your equipment.

Cheers

Andy

[stevet]

I'm looking very unlikely to be back on the road so cross me off for the run.... But, But if i manage to get the repairs completed, I will be there....

[Panda]

just wondering will there be any alternative line ( aka chicken line ) on the track?

not ready to dent/scratch my new JKS yet....

[isherz]

I'm looking very unlikely to be back on the road so cross me off for the run.... But, But if i manage to get the repairs completed, I will be there....

Test the FJ out


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[Rocket55]

Only a week away now :smile-new:

What’s the updated attendance list look like?
whats the capability of rigs?

Whats the track plan look like Jose? (Need to know how many repairs to make before heading down, currently got parts coming from every corner of the globe) :encouragement:

[RedJK]

Hi Raj
33�s on a JK will be fine.. do you have sliders???? But yes will be fine with spotting and food wheel placement.. will
Be fun.


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i don't have sliders either :(
hopefully it'll still ok to go through the tracks.

[SnakeDoctor]

Given how much fun the last chain gang trip was it is with _extreme_ regret that I am unable to make this one.

Enjoy guys, please post up videos/photos etc.

[Dieselcon]

Awesome response
So far, for the Yalwal weekend 28th and 29th April we have

1 - Dru n Kerry - JK Rubi
2 - Dieselcon - Jose - TJ
3 - Isherz - John n Di - JK
4 - Rocket55 - Rod - TJ
5 - StewartV - JKU
6 -
7 -
8 - Rupicon - Roop - TJ
9 - jeepstar2017 - ??? - JK
10- Redruby - Andy and Chantelle -JK Rubi
11- RedJK -Raj- JK

I’m thinking of camping in Yalwal itself .. was there in a great spot this weekend. Plenty room for all.. and no Cost.. plus in the thick of the tracks .
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[isherz]

Hmmmm...hope the weather improves for the weekend not a camping fan in the rain ... [emoji57]


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[Dieselcon]

Hmmmm...hope the weather improves for the weekend not a camping fan in the rain ... [emoji57]


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3 or 4 mm is OK


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[isherz]

Awesome response
So far, for the Yalwal weekend 28th and 29th April we have

1 - Dru n Kerry - JK Rubi
2 - Dieselcon - Jose - TJ
3 - Isherz - John n Di - JK
4 - Rocket55 - Rod - TJ
5 - StewartV - JKU
6 -
7 -
8 - Rupicon - Roop - TJ
9 - jeepstar2017 - ??? - JK
10- Redruby - Andy and Chantelle -JK Rubi
11- RedJK -Raj- JK

I’m thinking of camping in Yalwal itself .. was there in a great spot this weekend. Plenty room for all.. and no Cost.. plus in the thick of the tracks .
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180423/fde6b2ff8ea4b1be8e83dfbd7aedcb64.jpg




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Great looking spot.
But for us we’ll stick with coolendel
Towing a trailer down setting up camp for two nights it will be more secure while on the tracks during the day.



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[Dru]

Camping somewhere local works for us!

[redrubi]

Huskisson Beach Caravan Park is nice, about 40 min to Yalwal.

[jeepstar2017]

What time are we all meeting? Where, exactly? What time is Saturday wheeling? Thx

[Dieselcon]

What time are we all meeting? Where, exactly? What time is Saturday wheeling? Thx

Ok .. coolendal it is.. we will be meeting at Albion Park Maccas at 8am should be at coolendal by 10ish and on the Tracks by midday.. should allow us some time to setup camp.. meet on the corner of Deans Gap Rd and Yalwal Rd at midday to do Monkey Gum.


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[jeepstar2017]

Ok .. coolendal it is.. we will be meeting at Albion Park Maccas at 8am should be at coolendal by 10ish and on the Tracks by midday.. should allow us some time to setup camp.. meet on the corner of Deans Gap Rd and Yalwal Rd at midday to do Monkey Gum.


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Awesome, thx


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[isherz]

John n I are heading down Friday afternoon/evening we will find a good spot at coolendell for us all if any one cares to join us!



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[Dieselcon]

Is anyone prepared to drive my Grand Cherokee and Van to coolendal so I can bring the TJ... I’ve got a few kids that want to join but I’ve only got 1 spare seat.. need another seat.


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[Dieselcon]

Is anyone prepared to drive my Grand Cherokee and Van to coolendal so I can bring the TJ... I’ve got a few kids that want to join but I’ve only got 1 spare seat.. need another seat.


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All good kids have pulled out


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[rupicon]

I’m helping Sean pull his motor out
So not looking like I’ll make it


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[StewartV]

Awesome, thx


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Is anyone planning to camp in the bush somewhere, or is everyone at coolandel?


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[StewartV]

Hi Jose

Unfortunately something has come up and I have to pull out, at least for Saturday anyway. I will probably still be good to come down for the Sunday - Could you please advise a meeting place and time (and maybe a number in case I cant make it so I can call)

Stewart

[redrubi]

Looks like showers Sat & rain Sun. I will make the call accordingly. So we may be a no-show!

[isherz]

Looks like showers Sat & rain Sun. I will make the call accordingly. So we may be a no-show!

Since when did a little shower Saturday - upset your wonderful skill set? I’ll. E very upset was so looking forward to seeing you n charls..... xxxx we only doing the Saturday but camping till Sunday


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[redrubi]

I'm more concerned with damaging the tracks!

[RedJK]

Unfortunately ill have to pull out as well! Sorry guys. I was looking forward to it all week but something came up

Raj.

[isherz]

I'm more concerned with damaging the tracks!

Supposed to be .5-1mm...


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[isherz]

Just leaving Sydney see you tomorrow’


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[Dieselcon]

Just leaving Sydney see you tomorrow’


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See you tomorrow... I’m leaving 8 am from Maccas Albion park.. if your late or pulled out last minute message me on 0402400408.

1 - Dru n Kerry - JK Rubi
2 - Dieselcon - Jose - TJ
3 - Isherz - John n Di - JK
4 - Rocket55 - Rod - TJ
5 - Redruby - Andy and Chantelle -JK
6 - jeepstar2017

We should be able to smash the tracks with a small group like this..
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[Dieselcon]

Hi Jose

Unfortunately something has come up and I have to pull out, at least for Saturday anyway. I will probably still be good to come down for the Sunday - Could you please advise a meeting place and time (and maybe a number in case I cant make it so I can call)

Stewart

Stewart we can meet you at the intersection of Deans Gap Rd and Yalwal Rd on Sunday at 10am. Message me before 5pm Saturday if you can make it . If I don’t here from you I’ll assume your not coming.


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[Dru]

Looking forward to it. See you at Albion Park. :encouragement:

[Rocket55]

Jose, I’ll meet you down there on the tracks. I’ll most likely head in Yerriyong Rd down the powerlines, up through telegraph corner, turn right and meet you on the corner of Deans Gap and Yalwal Rd. I’ll aim to be there before mid day

[Dieselcon]

Jose, I’ll meet you down there on the tracks. I’ll most likely head in Yerriyong Rd down the powerlines, up through telegraph corner, turn right and meet you on the corner of Deans Gap and Yalwal Rd. I’ll aim to be there before mid day

Awesome... channel 15


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[Rocket55]

Awesome trip guys. Big thanks to Dru & Kerry for setting it up and to Jose for leading the way. Some great tracks and great driving by everyone. Bit of excitement towards the end when we found Johnny who had rolled his 76 Cruiser on Monkey Gum. The Jeep crew jumped in and help the guys right the Cruiser then escorted the shaken guys back down safely. Awesome effort!!

How did you go getting home Dru, did the gearbox make it?

[Dieselcon]

Awesome trip guys. Big thanks to Dru & Kerry for setting it up and to Jose for leading the way. Some great tracks and great driving by everyone. Bit of excitement towards the end when we found Johnny who had rolled his 76 Cruiser on Monkey Gum. The Jeep crew jumped in and help the guys right the Cruiser then escorted the shaken guys back down safely. Awesome effort!!

How did you go getting home Dru, did the gearbox make it?

Fix is fix .. lol .. found rear arms to long and hitting trackbar and eventually wedge with full compression on spring .. was Sunday morning’s task .
Before n after
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[Dieselcon]

Fix is fix .. lol .. found rear arms to long and hitting trackbar and eventually wedge with full compression on spring .. was Sunday morning’s task .
Before n after
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[Dieselcon]

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Poor guys, then found trackbar relocation bracket sheared off axel .. this would explain the very vague steering they have had for a while .. .. we stopped at my mates at Nowra and got it all welded up/ and control arms adjusted ..
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[Dru]

Awesome trip guys. Big thanks to Dru & Kerry for setting it up and to Jose for leading the way. Some great tracks and great driving by everyone. Bit of excitement towards the end when we found Johnny who had rolled his 76 Cruiser on Monkey Gum. The Jeep crew jumped in and help the guys right the Cruiser then escorted the shaken guys back down safely. Awesome effort!!

How did you go getting home Dru, did the gearbox make it?

Crumbs, I'd forgotten about the bloody gearbox lol. Mudmagnet was a mess on the ride out from Monkey Gum - had a really uncomfortable run out on my first experience leading a night trip :drunk: :drunk: :drunk:

Jose led the charge, we spent the morning investigating what was wrong. Among other things the front trackbar bracket was found to be freshly snapped. Don't know why, we didn't really do anything. Jury repairs to get the rig mobile enough to find help in Nowra - found! (Thanks again Jose) JOSE'S Czech mates Jerry and Peter (and their OTT JK on 40" tyres). AND found that the bracket was in pieces and mostly pretzel from OLD breaks. That trackbar hasn't been working well for a long time. AND looking over the rig this Czechpower was unhappy with the suspension set up (not leaving my driveway like that!). Incredible learning afternoon with JK genious <Jose, Jerry and Peter> as we ended doing a nut and bolt review of the suspension setting and more-or-less rebuilding what could be done on the spot. AND Kerry has a list an arm long of things to do to finally tune the rig. We are going to be very busy, more than expected getting ready for the Simpson.

Of course also getting Mudmagnet fit to make the drive home.

What goes round comes round - the awesome work by the Chain Gang rescuing and providing moral support to some novices on Monkey Gum came back to us in spades today. What a crew the Jeep world are, hats off to Jose's Yalwal 4WD OffRoad and all the contacts and supporters from the south coast. :encouragement: :encouragement: :encouragement:

PS: I will no longer dream of 37's. It will be 40" (or maybe 42"), long arms, coil overs etc etc. [And definitely 100% Synergy.] :highly_amused:

PPS: Rod, repeat the following words, right hand on Bible, do it now "Verily I will never repeat the following words, said without wisdom on the MidEarth trail 'Yeah sure it's been easy, until we meet around the next corner a dual cab Hilux with P Plates.' " Too close as predictions go for my mind.

PPPS: Awesome work Jose, Rod, John and Di, Brenton and Hudson. The Chain Gang was all about comfort levels and understanding that everyone has them and where their head is is the place you have to support. Didn't expect to have to use this principal to help others - I assure you it was not planned. :jaded: The positive chatter, friendly support, willing to help, complete refusal to do anything other than "these guys are coming out with us". Proud moments for the SJC. Amazing lead by Jose and Rod. I guessing we all learned more than anticipated.

A heart felt THANKYOU!

[Dru]

Poor guys, then found trackbar relocation bracket sheared off axel .. this would explain the very vague steering they have had for a while .. .. we stopped at my mates at Nowra and got it all welded up/ and control arms adjusted ..


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:encouragement: :encouragement: :encouragement: :encouragement:

[Dieselcon]

:smile-new: :smile-new: :smile-new: :smile-new: :smile-new:
:encouragement: :encouragement: :encouragement: :encouragement:
The beast
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[Dru]

The baby truck on the left is Mudmagnet. :hypnotysed:

[isherz]

What a weekend coolendell beautiful spot but 2 nights in a row we arrived after 10.30pm ... !!!

Big shout out to all that braved the drizzle and it wasnt cold!!!!
Great experiences and stories only upset was Dru n Kerry’s Rubi but all ended well...especially the landcruiser boys who Are
1. Grateful
2. Relieved
3. Huge leaning curve
4. Will sing the praises of jeeps and Sydney Jeep club for many years ....

The cruiser was able to be driven out wasn’t sure till recovered settled and started!

Awesome recovery sjc with a 4 tonne landcruiser Ute slid on its side 500m In on monkey gum
Technical, cramped, crowded and the drizzle turned the surface to clay in the evening getting 5 jeeps and 6 cruiser boys out safely - going back was the only option but still tricky in the dark with inexperienced young drivers!

Thanks Jose your a legend and of course Dru for organising another remarkable club experience!



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[SnakeDoctor]

Wow sensational work guys!