JOCV Neerim trip 17 July

[LEXX]

Seeing there has been a great responce to our "reccie" trip we have decided to just run it as a proper trip.

Meeting time: 10:00
Where: Robin Hood Hotel, take the Drouin exist and you turn right you can't miss it.
Grade (normal) D-C
Grade (if we get rain) C-B

Tyres, at least all terrain tyres and both recovery points fitted.

I will have plenty of JOCV membership forms with me but you are also more than welcome to come as a guest.

[Tasar]

Lexx

3 mjoc cars - TASAR, STEVE83 and DAN96XJ

book us in

[polly]

If you don't need to be a member, can you book me in too? :wink:

and you do need to be a member..... send me the damn membership forms:monkey:

what grade trip is it?

[Dave XJ]

Hi Lexx, count me in (as a guest), I will definately attend. Looking forward to it.

[Steve_83]

Very much looking forward to this trip. Haven't been for a play out at Nerrim since the Wrangler was stock and the CJ10 was rescuing me!!

Steve

[LEXX]

So we've got:

Steve 83
DaveXJ
Polly
Taser
Dan98XJ
OzJeeper
LEXX
JOCV guest in Disco
Calhoune in stock TJ
JOCV guest in Hilux
Grant
Take two
Obliex

Should be a fun day ;) I think that will be the quota filled guys/gals.

[Tasar]

looking forward to getting back in the Jeep and getting back to OZ still got a week in KL.

good number coming well done Lexx

There are no Jeeps in KL because everything 4l and bigger are taxed heavily to protect the Proton here in KL so very few SUV's at all here...
rego is also 4000ringert instead of 400 ringert for cars with <4l
petrol is A50c per litre here so cheap....

[Dave XJ]

Looking like an awesome crew, looking forward to it....

[Grant]

Hey lexx Can I come play too couldn't play at JAD due to mechanical problems but all fixed now

[TakeTwo]

Add me and Obelix to the list

[LEXX]

No worries Grant, more than welcome to come along.

Take Two and Obliex, I'll let you go play on some of the harder stuff so I didn't include you in that list but I will now.

[LEXX]

All the guys coming form Melb may want to meet at Packenham and journey from there. It makes it easier to keep everyone together, also makes it easier for those of you that don't know where "Robin Hood" is.

[Dave XJ]

Good to se to you both coming along

[Tasar]

All the guys coming form Melb may want to meet at Packenham and journey from there. It makes it easier to keep everyone together, also makes it easier for those of you that don't know where "Robin Hood" is.


MJOC guys meeting at Packenham Macca's at 9am for 9.15 leave so all that want to meet look for Steve's old RED jeep Ute , or my Green TJ

tasar

[Grant]

I will see you there "Channel 15 UHF"

[jeepgirl]

Is it to late to still come along to this?? or has it been filled?

[DSPIES]

is this a jp only trip?
not to late to join the convoy?

[Obelix]

So Lexx we finally manage to get rid of TakeTwo. Did I do a good job breaking in to his garage and damage his Jeep. HaHaHa

[TakeTwo]

pfffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffff fffffffffffffffffffft

[MR EXTREME JEEP]

Damme i wish i was coming. Sounds like its gonna be a hoot.
Have a good one guys.

[LEXX]

Jeep Girl, seeing we are now a TJ down you're more than welcome to come along. Will be good to catch up again Kat.

This trip is turning out to be a bit of an epic, on the day it will be a case of seeing the cars and deciding how to handle the day. We may even split the day into two groups depending on how many cars we get.

Also guys/gals we are making this trip to suit EVERYONE, so some of the more modded Jeeps may have to just enjoy a day of tripping around with stock guys. On the other hand we are also going to try and give an opportunity for the larger vehicles to have a play in some of the area we can get all the cars.

[Steve_83]

TJ hill, here we come!

[OzJeeper]

Ahem, cough.... It's TJ Hill not CJ hill.....XJ's and similar are allowed to get crossed up.

However, I don't think a CJ has EVER made it up....


:-)

[Tommo]

Ok Jeepgirl and I will be there. Sounds good

[MR EXTREME JEEP]

Tommo just for you mate. Last time you met TJ hill.
I faired worse. Word of advise.
Stay in the ruts.

[Steve_83]

Ahem, cough.... It's TJ Hill not CJ hill.....XJ's and similar are allowed to get crossed up.

However, I don't think a CJ has EVER made it up....


:-)

Ever had fun trying at all OzJeeper??? Might have to sit back and watch :( must be nastier than I remember :?

[DSPIES]

well although i'm not runnin a jp, hopefully i'll get down there.
i've met a few of you before - co-pilot to blueheep on this BB (Dean)
but bringin my own rig out this w/e. new mtr's so should be a laugh.
see u sunday

[TakeTwo]

Yeah, one TJ down, stooooopid Jeep. I would have kicked it this morning but a wheel would probably fall off or something

[LEXX]

well although i'm not runnin a jp, hopefully i'll get down there.
i've met a few of you before - co-pilot to blueheep on this BB (Dean)
but bringin my own rig out this w/e. new mtr's so should be a laugh.
see u sunday

Bring Dean with you m8 ;)

[Dave XJ]

Whow, I like the look of TJ hill.

[Obelix]

Whow, I like the look of TJ hill.

And there is rain on its way, that can only make it better.
:-o

[DSPIES]

m8 i did try and tell dean to join us,
but i think he's still savin $$$ from last time out at toolangi.
see you sunday.

[Dave XJ]

Obelix, you coming along Sunday.

[Dave XJ]

Hey Lexx, can you please confirm that this is the address detail of the Meeting point:

ROBIN HOOD INN HOTEL, Drouin West 30 Princes Way.

[LEXX]

That is right Dave, it may be easier for you to meet eveyone else at 9:00 at Packenham macca's instead.

[Obelix]

Obelix, you coming along Sunday.


Yes I am DaveXJ. :) :) :)

[LEXX]

Yes I am DaveXJ. :) :) :)


DAM DAM DAM, thought we might have gotten rid of you without Take Two there to hold your hand. :hammer:

[Dave XJ]

Sounds like a Plan, now have to find out exactly where Mc Donalds in PAkenham is

[TakeTwo]

you all suck.. I dont like any of you.. haha.. give DaveXj a map and turn on his dodgey gps and you will all be lost forever... ha ha ha ha....

[TakeTwo]

lol.. that last post of yours proves my point dave.. lol.

[LEXX]

Sounds like a Plan, now have to find out exactly where Mc Donalds in PAkenham is


It's on the main HWY Dave, you'll go past all the fast food guys in once area. There is also a BP servo there, it's VERY hard to miss.

Got my SImex's today so will be fitted for the w/e, hehehehe.

IT WILL BE WET, so bring gear you can clean up with and maybe some extra clothes so you don't get cold.

[Dave XJ]

Taketwo, you are not being very nice today. I had one bad day, will I ever live it down?? I have lost all confidence since that day.

Found out where the Pakenham McD's is located. 98 Princes Hwy

[Obelix]

DAM DAM DAM, thought we might have gotten rid of you without Take Two there to hold your hand. :hammer:

I know, it will be tuff without my lover. :toilet:

[TakeTwo]

lol I'm not counting but it was 2 bad days in Toolangi.. Don't worry Dave.. I appreciate the effort you put into the day so slackers like me can tag along.

I'm just jealous because my Jeep is in a heap because my old man cant drive (im still blaming him)

[Obelix]

lol I'm not counting but it was 2 bad days in Toolangi..

I'm just jealous because my Jeep is in a heap because my old man cant drive (im still blaming him)


Be a man and take the blame on your own crappie driving.

[TakeTwo]

Actually. Come to think of it.. Maybe it was caused by me having to winch and snatch Obelix out all the time

[LEXX]

I think it's both.

His winch and his snatch.

[TakeTwo]

I'm not sure what that mean sexy Lexxy but I will take that as that making it official.. It is Obelix's fault and not mine.

[LEXX]

I think it was more his snatch that caused the problem. (you can't say that)

[TakeTwo]

Im still not sure what you are saying Lexx but I think it is some how related to Obelix wearing dresses when going out in prahran on a Friday night.

[Obelix]

Im still not sure what you are saying Lexx but I think it is some how related to Obelix wearing dresses when going out in prahran on a Friday night.

And you love when I wear a dress. :blah:

[Dave XJ]

I am staying well out of this
I am getting lost.........

[Obelix]

I am staying well out of this
I am getting lost.........

Not again DaveXJ....................... :-o

[MR EXTREME JEEP]

bLODDY RANTERS. lISTEN TO THE LOT OF YA!
tHANKFULLY i AM NOT COMING OUT THIS WEEKEND WITH YOU. dONT KNOW HOW MUCh OF THIS CHIT CHAT i COULD PUT UP WITH.
lEXX . i AM SO JELOUS. yOUR TYRES. aRE THEY FOR SALE?

Oh sh*t. Damme caps lock!!!

[TakeTwo]

Are you kidding.. everything is for sale.. if he doesnt sell his tyres, i will sell them for him.. but seriously, they are advertised in the 4sale section.. do you want a lift kit with that ?

[MR EXTREME JEEP]

Not those ones the new ones!

[Grant]

Unfotunately Guys I shall have to withdraw from Sundays activities as I have to be in Avoca with an electrician that is doing the house wiring. "BUMMER"

[Dave XJ]

I may also have some bad news. Took a couple of hours off work yesterday to check that my GPS, oh sorry my new UHF radio was installed properly and on the way back howe, notice that the XJ was pulling quite severely to the right?? It was getting worse so pulled over only to notice smoke billowing out from the front wheel. The brake caliper was not letting go?? Went to the first brake place I could find. So if I cannot get it fixed today them I am out (cry cry). Will let you know either way.

Anyone had this problem before???

[Ben]

Dave I had exactly the same problem with the TJ - front passenger side caliper siezed nice and tight.

I'd been driving along, thinking someone's brakes were smelling a bit, pulled over out the front of the shops so the ladies in the heep could spend some money...next thing I know there's smoke billowing out!

They have to replace both sides, should be around the $300 - $400 mark from memory.

[polly]

Guys this must be a bad week......

Mines got water pissing out somewhere, filled the radiator yesterday and put another 4 ltrs in this morning. Going to look for the problem Saturday morning and try to fix, but may not be able to fix myself and if so I'm out for Sundays little adventure..:toilet: :toilet: :toilet:

[MR EXTREME JEEP]

Jeez. Dropping like flies.

[Tommo]

Not sure if we are going cause Kat may be on a flight back to brisvegas to bring her jeep down....

[Ben]

Mmm with these pull-outs, does that mean there's a spot available?

[MR EXTREME JEEP]

A couple by the sounds of it. :smile:

[Obelix]

So how many are we on Sunday.

[LEXX]

Ben if you want to come along please do.

[Dan96XJ]

thats no good dave, hope u can make it

I may also have some bad news. Took a couple of hours off work yesterday to check that my GPS, oh sorry my new UHF radio was installed properly and on the way back howe, notice that the XJ was pulling quite severely to the right?? It was getting worse so pulled over only to notice smoke billowing out from the front wheel. The brake caliper was not letting go?? Went to the first brake place I could find. So if I cannot get it fixed today them I am out (cry cry). Will let you know either way.

Anyone had this problem before???

[Obelix]

Is the meeting place still in Mc Donalds in Pakenham at 9am.

[Dave XJ]

OK, I am still a goer for Sunday, all sorted. Looking forward to it, may be some deep bog holes tomorrow we have had quite a bit of rain.

[Obelix]

OK, I am still a goer for Sunday, all sorted. Looking forward to it, may be some deep bog holes tomorrow we have had quite a bit of rain.

Great Dave, 8-)

[LEXX]

Well lots o rain, should be a bit slipery out there today.

[Tommo]

Beautiful day for it!
Pictures asap guys.

[Obelix]

GREAT DAY WITH LOTS OF MUD.

http://www.aussiejeepimages.com/gallery2/d/29194-1/IMG_1092.jpg

http://www.aussiejeepimages.com/gallery2/d/29196-1/IMG_1096.jpg

http://www.aussiejeepimages.com/gallery2/d/29204-1/IMG_1162.jpg

http://www.aussiejeepimages.com/gallery2/d/29210-1/IMG_1202.jpg


MORE PHOTOS (http://www.aussiejeepimages.com/gallery2/v/obelix/12_001/)

[Dan96XJ]

you dont mess around obi, im uploading mine now, may take a while...

great day, thx guys

[MR EXTREME JEEP]

Dave! You do not look happy. Bit close there m8.

[goodie]

what track is that first pic on?

[OzJeeper]

Nick - Side track off the old rail line in Crossover

[Steve_83]

What a fantastic day! The Jeep even made it home in one peice under it's own steam... what a bonus!!! I eventually made it up that hill in the top pics, just spent some time drying it out for the others ;) Great pics too Obelix! Thanks all for a great day out!

[Dan96XJ]

http://www.aussiejeepimages.com/gallery2/v/Dans+Jeepin/Neerim+JOCV+17-7-05/


some pics

can anyone please tell me whats a good prog (freeware if possible) to reduce
the size of vid clips?

I have some over 7Mb and cant upload em.

cheers

[OzJeeper]

Mine are at the bottom of the page here. Still haven't got the hang of creating specific albums.... :-(

http://www.aussiejeepimages.com/gallery2/v/Some-Jeep-Stuff/

Will work on videos tonight.

Hey Dan96XJ. iF your footage is on Super8, can you send the tape to me? Can t/f to digital format easily...if you want.

Windows movie maker re-sizes nicely - and kills quality...but it's good enough for posting.

[Dan96XJ]

Mine are at the bottom of the page here. Still haven't got the hang of creating specific albums.... :-(

http://www.aussiejeepimages.com/gallery2/v/Some-Jeep-Stuff/

Will work on videos tonight.

Hey Dan96XJ. iF your footage is on Super8, can you send the tape to me? Can t/f to digital format easily...if you want

geezuz mate, i have no idea, just thought they were like WMP/mpeg?
i managed to get one on there, maybe you can tell?

they're just of a 3.2mp camera - nothing great really just more memories

soz, thx for the offer

[Tasar]

Well done Lexx and OZjeeper the jbitz boys
that was a great intro to the tracks in and around Neerim south
Lots and lots of fun

Lookin forward to the 20/8 to get into it again.

PS a fatality on the freeway made the trip home a little slow

[Dan96XJ]

thats no good tasar, there was some crazy bright sun where i was momentarily blinded when heading straight into it, like only secs but long enough...

[DSPIES]

great day fellas.
had a good 1.
not only did i get to have a crack at showing up the jps but i've also gained another good excuse to go searching for the angle grinder.
to be honest it doesn't look too serious.....in the dark.
cheers again

[DSPIES]

BTW - if someone has good videos from the day i would love to get them on a cd.

[MR EXTREME JEEP]

Who made it up TJ hill?
Looks like it was very wet.
I managed to wash and detail my Jeep today.
Looks like you guys have some cleaning to do.

[polly]

Looks like a good trip was had by all... Dave A bit close to that tree mate:) .. hehe. I've got marks on my jeep in exacly the same spot, from a large rock though.

Well I spent friday Arvo going over the radiator and shes stuffed, so getting replacement on Tuesday..the one gojeep has in his website from NADRAD. Its a bit hexy, but should have probs with it in the future.
While under the jeep Saturday morning changing diff oil in the rear I noticed a lot of oil coming out of the rear pinion seal in the front diff, so i give the tailshaft a jiggle and theres about 5mm of movement in the pinion bearing, there goes the sunday wheeling and now have to get the front diff fixed...
woe is me..:sad:

[TakeTwo]

have to get the front diff fixed...
woe is me..:sad:

Dont fix it, upgrade it :)

How did the Simex go Lexx ?

[Dan96XJ]

great day fellas.
had a good 1.
not only did i get to have a crack at showing up the jps but i've also gained another good excuse to go searching for the angle grinder.
to be honest it doesn't look too serious.....in the dark.
cheers again

hey Dave, the Ford wreckers should have some decent panels at affordable prices :P :-o :hammer:8-)

my vids are pretty low quality - only 3.2mp digicAm and 20-30s burst of motion

i will try to get some under 7mb to put on the site soon.

[Dave XJ]

Awesome trip, thanks to the Jbitz boys for such a well organised day.

Getting Mr. Dent to check out my door, hope he can minimise the dent some what!! :cry: It looks a lot worse now that it is clean again....

[MR EXTREME JEEP]

I still would like to know who made it up TJ hill.

[LEXX]

Both Obelix and myself made it up EJ. With my new tyres I made it up ok once I took the family out of the TJ.

[MR EXTREME JEEP]

Good to hear mate. Enjoying the tyres then one would say?
PS How are the steps goin? :-)

[Tommo]

What kinda tyres?

[MR EXTREME JEEP]

Simex 35's sweeeet.

[TakeTwo]

Simex are for girls. Real men have boggers

[OzJeeper]

Crappy video of TJ Hill. 2.3meg download.

http://members.dcsi.net.au/ozjeeper/tj_hill.wmv

First clip is Steve83 in the CJ 10 but the quality got stripped that much you can't make it out. Rest is as you see it.

If anyone is interested in a quality copy, I can dump the raw MPEG files onto a cd for you to play with rather than make a DVD. Lots more footage of the other bits we did....al up I have 26 minutes.

[TakeTwo]

Hi Mr OzJeeper.

Is there any chance I can grab a copy of one of your maps.. I would like to take a few of my family members on the trip up there.

[OzJeeper]

Rooftop Maps Yarra Valley - West Gippsland Adventure map. Previously know as the Yarra Valley-Bunyip Map. This is the map I scanned the section FYI on the trip.
About $10.95 at any camping/hiking/map/disposal store...

[TakeTwo]

Did you keep the route on your GPS ?

[OzJeeper]

Yes. Gimme a call and we can yap about it if you like.

[TakeTwo]

Might catch up with you on the weekend.. Heading up to your place with my car on the trailer with some luck (it needs some JBitz love after some bad driving) and going to Ateco as well.

[DSPIES]

ozjeeper,
would love to get a copy of the vid footage onto a cd.
would it be possible to send it to me or will you be about melb at some stage so i could pick it up off you?
thanks.