Offroad-Express

On a lighter note he did manage to take out one of those shitty Hilux Surfs So i can get some pleasure from that

H2OLOVA wrote: So on top of all the other crap that i've had to deal with this year things can only get better.............can't they??????????????

Mate, I hate to be the one to tell you.........but you drive a 2hp 'cruiser as well........

After that has been factored in though, yeah things can only get better


Sorry for the thread jacking guys, please don't hunt us down and kill us.

rokhound wrote:
please don't hunt us down and kill us.

I don't mind at least i wouldn't have to deal with this shit

so jas ........... is yours called a cruiseover ............or a

rolluiser

Just incase you are unsure of how to get to this training day, here is a map. Red lines are from SHW1 at Amberley.

Are we going to do the convoy thing from say the Belfast Pub at 8:30ish

You won't need to leave that early, it only takes forty minutes from Belfast. You organise your convoy PR as some of us will be out there earlier.
Al

Looks like it will be a great day, just two houses along from some folk I know. Would be there if it was a sunday, with or without a truck, might have two this sunday, or none depends on if the old one goes or the new one comes first

Hey sorry guys, but I'm gonna have to pull out . The Suzuki has been put on hold and won't be able to do the job on Saturday. Really wanted to be there and learn some stuff. Will be looking out for the post for the next training run. thanks for the offer and have a good day .

99% I'll be there. Be good to meet of of the chaps from here. Mrs is 8 1/2 months pregnant, so that might take precedence...

Got the Bubble Machine back to -day
Ill be there
Lets hope she go's ok
only one way to find out
Im keeping my fingers crossed

sigh, the truck was broke down last week. havent find the problem yet
i wont b able to attend.
Frank

Whats with everyone pulling out.....................

I think they might be scared of Al He might be an aussie but his bark is worse then his bite

I'll be there

Sorry guys, I was hoping to get out there for a great day but the new truck won't be ready till next week. Just bought my old Simexes back from MrOffroader and they are arriving after the weekend (Doh),. Would be far too embarrissing to turn up out there with no liftkit and 29inch road tyres.

mark (thrupp) and I are planning on coming for half they day in his truck. which half would be more interesting/benafitial?? At the mo we are thinking of coming for the morning

cheers Pete

4x4boy wrote:Sorry guys, I was hoping to get out there for a great day but the new truck won't be ready till next week. Just bought my old Simexes back from MrOffroader and they are arriving after the weekend (Doh),. Would be far too embarrissing to turn up out there with no liftkit and 29inch road tyres.

but its not all about who has the biggest lift and the most narly tires Its about proper techniques in failed hill climbs, correct wheel placement, correct procedures for making recoveries safe, awareness of differing 4wd systems etc. If you know all this then perhaps you can help out and share the love Hell I drove all the west coast tracks and otago tracks on 29" AT's and it made it more of a challenge

Mike

99% sure me and my mate will be there with a 4x4 each and i have to talk to another mate who was keen last weekend to possibly bring his one to Still haven't replaced the oil sensor though, was hoping to do it in the morning before i went but don't think there will be enough time.

4x4boy wrote:Sorry guys, I was hoping to get out there for a great day but the new truck won't be ready till next week. Just bought my old Simexes back from MrOffroader and they are arriving after the weekend (Doh),. Would be far too embarrissing to turn up out there with no liftkit and 29inch road tyres.

You can borrow the 33x12.5MTs i have sitting under the pajero in the back yard

PR wrote:

4x4boy wrote:Sorry guys, I was hoping to get out there for a great day but the new truck won't be ready till next week. Just bought my old Simexes back from MrOffroader and they are arriving after the weekend (Doh),. Would be far too embarrissing to turn up out there with no liftkit and 29inch road tyres.

You can borrow the 33x12.5MTs i have sitting under the pajero in the back yard

Cheers for the offer but I bought H2O's old lift blocks and have Sturday put aside to fit it ready for the new wheels. Looking forward to the next trip.

No worrys see you next trip

As I said earlier, I cant make it as Im hunting, fishing, and 4x4ing with a couple of mates up the lake sumner/huranui river area for the weeked.

mike wrote: Its about proper techniques in failed hill climbs, correct wheel placement, correct procedures for making recoveries safe, awareness of differing 4wd systems etc. If you know all this then perhaps you can help out and share the love Mike

And you have Al trying to teach these things???????
Has anyone actually seen his driving
He is very good at recovery techniques tho' (having been recovered himself more than most )

Have a good time all,and learn something new for those who are new to 4wding, and go out and implement it.
Remember, if you don't get stuck, or at least close too, you have not got anywhere near your limit of capability, So push the envelope, you will bw surprised how far your near standard trucks will go

rokhound wrote:

mike wrote: Its about proper techniques in failed hill climbs, correct wheel placement, correct procedures for making recoveries safe, awareness of differing 4wd systems etc. If you know all this then perhaps you can help out and share the love Mike

And you have Al trying to teach these things???????
Has anyone actually seen his driving
He is very good at recovery techniques tho' (having been recovered himself more than most )

Have a good time all,and learn something new for those who are new to 4wding, and go out and implement it.
Remember, if you don't get stuck, or at least close too, you have not got anywhere near your limit of capability, So push the envelope, you will bw surprised how far your near standard trucks will go

Your thing still surprises you dosen't it?

Hey Rok, you never been on any of my trips...

I am still having problems trying to find the time to fit my tow hooks. Is it still possible to attend the training day without rated hooks? I realise that rules out the bog holes etc, but it shouldn't interfere with wheel placement technique, safety equip training, observing etc should it. What do you think Al?

Yes do come along, as this is what it is all about.

albundy wrote:Hey Rok, you never been on any of my trips...

You're right Al, but I have seen you in action (4WDing, that is).
But more to the point, youv'e never been on any of my trips either

Have a good day on Saturday


Matt: Yeah my near standard wreck throws in the odd surprise every now and then

both richardb and lordbear be there with bells on wheres a good place to buy a rated tow strop/towing rope my vehicle has all the hooks etc but i still need to get the extra equipment yes the hooks are all rated and have winch