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by mudde1taketwo
Mon Apr 08, 2019 7:21 pm
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: Hull Road, Waitoki,
Replies: 5
Views: 5607

Re: Hull Road, Waitoki,

Have your say at.govt.nz Auckland Transport ( Council) are prosposing changes to Hull Road. Below is the text of a letter that has been sent to all local residents. Anyone can make a submission on the proposed changes an NZFWDA would like as many people as possable to support the changes. Locals wan...
by mudde1taketwo
Thu May 17, 2018 8:08 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: Certified Self Contained?
Replies: 9
Views: 6473

Re: Certified Self Contained?

Yeah that's true, I might call them once I have the rooftop tent with the awning below it installed. That might be just enough to tick the box on the removable/portable toilet as I see on the motor home association website some people have gotten away with having it set up in a tent/awning. Also mo...
by mudde1taketwo
Fri Mar 02, 2018 5:41 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: Maratoto (often known as the “Wires Track”)
Replies: 17
Views: 11697

Re: Maratoto (often known as the “Wires Track”)

It is with much regret that I must advise that all off road tracks in the Maratoto area are now closed to all vehicles. This includes the Whangamata (Wires) Track, Loop Road, Waipaheke and all tracks off these tracks. This closure is by Department of Conservation order and is due to Kauri Die Back. ...
by mudde1taketwo
Tue Dec 26, 2017 5:21 pm
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: Wires loop wensday 27th
Replies: 3
Views: 2661

Re: Wires loop wensday 27th

If you have a problem, just sit and wait and we will catch up with you on Thursday.!!!
by mudde1taketwo
Sun Dec 24, 2017 9:40 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Where to find a factory Patrol 1992 Y60 12v diff solenoid?
Replies: 3
Views: 1183

Re: Where to find a factory Patrol 1992 Y60 12v diff solenoid?

After market ones work just fine. there is a wide range avaiable at a much better price than the orgional.
by mudde1taketwo
Sat Nov 18, 2017 6:49 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: Vent for cab
Replies: 3
Views: 2801

Re: Vent for cab

that type of vent is intended for a outlet on the side of a motorhome and in in the roof it will leak. I will see if i can find something more suitable for what you want before next sunday.
by mudde1taketwo
Mon Nov 13, 2017 4:33 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Four Wheel Drive Orienteering Fun Day
Replies: 2
Views: 3550

Re: Four Wheel Drive Orienteering Fun Day

Still a few places available on this event. There will be a prize up for grabs and free sausages after the event. It going to be a unique event and great fun day, but you need to get your entry’s in ASAP so that you don’t miss out.
by mudde1taketwo
Mon Oct 23, 2017 8:36 am
Forum: Events
Topic: Four Wheel Drive Orienteering Fun Day
Replies: 2
Views: 3550

Re: Four Wheel Drive Orienteering Fun Day

places are filling fast, but there are still a few places left
by mudde1taketwo
Sun Oct 15, 2017 4:33 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Four Wheel Drive Orienteering Fun Day
Replies: 2
Views: 3550

Four Wheel Drive Orienteering Fun Day

Manukau Four Wheel Drive Club Presents the Melanoma NZ, Four Wheel Drive Orienteering Fun Day Sunday 26th November 2017 It is great to announce that the Melanoma NZ, 4x4 Orienteering Day on Sunday 26th November at a fantastic venue in South Auckland. The event is a fund-raising event to raise funds ...
by mudde1taketwo
Tue Aug 08, 2017 8:19 am
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: Farm land usage for 4wd events
Replies: 13
Views: 8113

Re: Farm land usage for 4wd events

Thats all very well, but its not you who gets to "draw the line in the sand" its the revelent authoritys and the courts, I am simply pointing out what what is happening now days.
by mudde1taketwo
Mon Aug 07, 2017 8:37 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: Farm land usage for 4wd events
Replies: 13
Views: 8113

Re: Farm land usage for 4wd events

sad i know, but is the way of the world. Be thankfull you dont live in USA where it is far worse.
by mudde1taketwo
Sun Aug 06, 2017 7:33 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: Farm land usage for 4wd events
Replies: 13
Views: 8113

Re: Farm land usage for 4wd events

I would agree with NJV6 that if there is no work taking place, and no money or reward (Koha, donation, free goods, and services etc) is changing hands, Work safe are unlikely to be involved. If no money or reward Adventure Activities Regulations will not apply. However, if you can drive a vehicle th...
by mudde1taketwo
Fri Aug 04, 2017 11:13 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: Farm land usage for 4wd events
Replies: 13
Views: 8113

Re: Farm land usage for 4wd events

some of that is correct and some is not. I presume that you are charging a fee to the public. There are several issues you need to be aware of. Firstly, I don’t want to scare you off running events, but they need to be done properly The use of disclaimer that points out the responsibilities of the a...
by mudde1taketwo
Thu Aug 03, 2017 8:28 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: Farm land usage for 4wd events
Replies: 13
Views: 8113

Re: Farm land usage for 4wd events

NZFWD has done a lot of work on this and we know the situation well, and it can be complex. Who is managing the event? is this a commercial event? club event>? Who is insuring the event? Is anyone employed or a regular volunteer? is the land owner receiving money? is the landowner providing any othe...
by mudde1taketwo
Mon Jul 24, 2017 8:47 pm
Forum: New Members and Beginners
Topic: Been a while
Replies: 7
Views: 6464

Re: Been a while

Great to hear from you again.
by mudde1taketwo
Mon Jul 24, 2017 8:46 pm
Forum: Suzuki
Topic: Removing a windscreen SJ
Replies: 3
Views: 3361

Re: Removing a windscreen SJ

most people remove the windscreen in an SJ by rolling it on its roof, then it fall out of its own accord. :lol: :lol:
by mudde1taketwo
Wed Feb 22, 2017 8:12 pm
Forum: New Members and Beginners
Topic: Mace town track vs std 90 series prado
Replies: 5
Views: 5071

Re: Mace town track vs std 90 series prado

A few years ago i did it in a std single range sabaru.
by mudde1taketwo
Thu Dec 22, 2016 7:54 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: Maratoto (often known as the “Wires Track”)
Replies: 17
Views: 11697

Re: Maratoto (often known as the “Wires Track”)

Maratoto is now open. After NZFWDA completed work on the track DOC has agreed that the Whangamata Track (often known as the Wires Track at Maratoto is open as of now under the following conditions. Clean Vehicles DOC remains extremely concerned about Kauri Dieback. I need to make it very clear that ...
by mudde1taketwo
Sat Dec 17, 2016 10:12 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: Maratoto (often known as the “Wires Track”)
Replies: 17
Views: 11697

Re: Maratoto (often known as the “Wires Track”)

Any word on opening dates? I can’t confirm any date yet, but work is happening right now but more needs to be done so opening won’t be too far away. It will be open this summer. The critical thing to remember is that Kauri dieback will be a major issue so for that reason there will be an absolute r...
by mudde1taketwo
Sun Dec 11, 2016 9:54 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: Best place to buy jeep motor parts
Replies: 6
Views: 4037

Re: Best place to buy jeep motor parts

allmud wrote:Where would be the best place to get jeep parts
I need a sump gasket and a rear main motor seal
Thanks in advance

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by mudde1taketwo
Fri Nov 25, 2016 7:46 pm
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: Hull Road, Waitoki,
Replies: 5
Views: 5607

Re: Hull Road, Waitoki,

what depth and dia holes do you require? what length and dia posts? i know a bloke with a small drill rig... I know a guy with such a rig as well, and he is on my list of people who may get a shoulder tap. Currently we are talking to local earthmoving operators who are suggesting ramming posts but ...
by mudde1taketwo
Mon Nov 21, 2016 7:51 pm
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: Hull Road, Waitoki,
Replies: 5
Views: 5607

Hull Road, Waitoki,

Hull road is located about halfway between Kaukapakapa and Silverdale and over recent years has been used by 4x4 vehicles as a recreational drive. Over the last couple of years, the road has deteriorated and has become a very challenging drive. Auckland Transport has recently granted New Zealand Fou...
by mudde1taketwo
Tue Aug 30, 2016 8:32 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: taieri track message on facebook.
Replies: 19
Views: 8736

Re: taieri track message on facebook.

was a fairly convoluted message floating around facebook. does nzfwda have a set format for track closure notices? post was to auckland 4wd club an was starting to read like mills an boon. Do you have a reference to the message on Facebook or wherever? This is the text of the post. I need to make i...
by mudde1taketwo
Tue Aug 30, 2016 7:49 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: taieri track message on facebook.
Replies: 19
Views: 8736

Re: taieri track message on facebook.

was a fairly convoluted message floating around facebook. does nzfwda have a set format for track closure notices? post was to auckland 4wd club an was starting to read like mills an boon. NZFWDA has no authority to close tracks on Department Of Conservation land, never has had and never will have....
by mudde1taketwo
Fri Aug 26, 2016 8:29 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: Maratoto (often known as the “Wires Track”)
Replies: 17
Views: 11697

Re: Maratoto (often known as the “Wires Track”)

Jeeeeez. Does your digger-guy have any jobs going?? 10k is a solid week on a 13 tonner up here, and I can do a hell of a lot of damage with a 13t!! It would also equal my going rate for 4 weeks on a 2 tonner! I'm in. I can bring a 2T digger if I have to, but surely there's one more local to be had....
by mudde1taketwo
Thu Aug 25, 2016 8:17 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: Maratoto (often known as the “Wires Track”)
Replies: 17
Views: 11697

Re: Maratoto (often known as the “Wires Track”)

Well, I'm keen to put my money where my mouth is. Especially for that track/area, as it holds some sentimental value due to our family connection to the original farm up there, followed by our involvement (as part of the Manukau Club) in getting access back in there in the 80's. We've still got som...

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