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Under attack by who or what Crispin? Is it some hackers or weirdos trying to break the site?

I haven't visited my own 'garage' in a while it seems, only around 2 years.... How time flies. James-C, sorry I didn't reply back then, didn't even realise there was a question. Unfortunately the reason for revisiting this thread is because I've started ripping it all apart and starting...

It looks like it shrunk in the rain Chris, but at least it looks like it'll never get hung up wherever you go. Some of the camper trailers here are the size of a caravan. Looking forward to seeing it opened up.

The Tax Department decides to audit Grandpa, and summons him to the their office. The Tax auditor was not surprised when Grandpa showed up with his attorney. The auditor said, ‘Well, sir, you have an extravagant lifestyle and no full-time employment, which you explain by saying that you win...

The 'I' in this story is not me...... Get a tissue ready for the tears of laughter. I went grocery shopping recently while not being altogether sure that said course of action was a wise one. You see, the previous evening I had prepared and consumed a massive quantity of my patented 'You're...

Ed, did I read that right.... You are taking a Landrover Discovery, all $500 worth, as the SUPPORT vehicle. Has on one of the motorbikes lost its stand leg and needs a stationary Disco to lean against?? :icon-biggrin: Im a little concerned about how you may end up strapping the tow rope from...

The Y60, or GQ as we refer to them, have a tough driveline but the body and fit and finish are standard poor Nissan. The diffs are quite strong but their weak point is at the narrow neck at the back of the swivel hub, so they are prone to bending there and causing excessive negative camber. Plus...

It's a terrible big boys lolly shop Andy. I might find something to accidentally drop in the box. Ed, please do call in, 600kms is literally next door. Where are you heading too, and if it involves 4WDing where is my invite? :icon-biggrin:

Oh gawd... I knew I should have done my hair... :icon-biggrin: Thank you Andy and Julie (for visiting not necessarily the pic). It was great to say hello. As Clive noted, this celeb status is getting hectic. The wheelie bin Julie asked for is organised. Cant believe I literally sold out on the...

I had a rather long distance visitor pop in today. The lovely Mrs Julie White of the Andy clan popped in for a surprise visit. Of course I took the opportunity for a quick wander around my 80 series. Julie even grabbed a happy snap. I should have done my hair.... :icon-biggrin: And then half an...

Happy Birthday too Chris. Must have been a good day if you got to play with your 80.

They are a little longer Dave, to a precise length but essentially just longer. Our Dogbones brings the top of the shoes out a bit and gives the shoe more purchase on the drum when applied. And because they apply sooner, you don't have to reef the handle out of the floor to get it to hold...

Fave, have you tried inserting our new Dogbones. Stan at the Overlander, see 4x4 equipment, has plenty in stock. They will help. Cheers

Has anyone heard of or been in touch with Colby and Alita travelling the world in an old HJ47 Troopcarrier? I was fortunate enough to be referred by a company who they had contacted for parts and was able to have a quick email chat with Colby. They are currently in Talca, Chile and have a...

It is designated VDJ78 as a Troopcarrier model. Pit would have seen some hard miles, so worth going right through it if you plan to keep her long term. Things like new body mounts even will help tighten it up again, but check for chassis and body cracks. Have fun.

Guys and gals, we have decided there is a need for some changes in what, how and where we present our 4WD show, so we are taking this opportunity to regroup and refresh what we have created already. We will be back with more very soon with a new program schedule and more freedom with what we...

Down the back of our workshop is a jeep.coding.keyboard Who'd of thought.

That's a terribly nice Blue colour Heaumey. Top truck.

Great reading some of these past and present professions. Quite a bit of diversity amongst us Landcruiser knuckle dragging mob. I have an old piece of paper that says 'Aircraft Mechanical Engineer - Electrical'. I decided after ten years to expand my repertoire in a number of associated fields...

I was fortunate enough to get a few flights in a C130 and I can confirm when they hit the ground the brakes and reverse thrust is VERY effective. I'm sure it's how they worked out the brace position in crashes.

Ummm....my IPad missus... She doesn't see the light of day too often... :shh: This is my real missus. We call it 'punching above your weight'.... :icon-wink: Although a bit of water has flowed under the bridge since this photo was taken...

Nice calendar guys, great work by all concerned. :thumbup:

A blonde heard that baths in milk would make her beautiful. She left a note for her milkman to leave 25 gallons of milk. When the milkman read the note, he felt there must be a mistake. He thought she probably meant 2.5 gallons. So he knocked on the door to clarify the point. The blonde came...

The problem is still the fuel pump. It is a common problem and a good rebuild will solve the problem and running better as well if you choose a good pump rebuilder. Stuinbroome, pulling the plug isn't really fixing the problem though mate, just remover those symptoms and replaced them with...

Roscoros, the most common or popular V8 petrol conversion in Oz is the LS2 6.0L Chev petrol V8 motor. The next would be the 5.7L V8 LS1 and then maybe the older 5.0L V8 as a third option. Companies like Marks 4WD Adaptors can provide complete kits or whatever elements of a kit you want to...

Can you limp it across to South Oz Diane? We will look after it for you if you can. FNB 4WD Supplies is my business, and I'm a club sponsor. Cheer. Chris

Stan, you should still have a few Dogbones and rebuild kits in stock as well, if any of the guys are interested in picking up those as well. I guess the the container can't be far away now. With all that flooding up your way you might be able to get it to dock just upstream from your workshop...

Best wishes for all you guys and gals dealing with the flooding. i really hope you make it through ok. cheers

Unfortunately not mate, not after Santa trialled Australia Post a few years back. Turned out the tinsel all got caught up in the little bike wheels and they had posties falling off their bikes all over the shop. Nothing makes a postie crankier than smashing his sack on the bitumen. I'll just wait.

I like the idea of the 'share' button. I like cake. 'click' 'click' 'click'....... Happy Birthday Andy. Belatedly too... oops

Sigh.......waiting for the postie......sigh........ :pray:

It's ok Chris, Shayne made me laugh. Our ritual usually involves far too much food, wine, and some particularly devilish Bellinis which shouldn't be as nice and intoxicating as they sound. Damn bubbles. Have a great Christmas mate.

Blimey Mick, that's a decent shower. Its always a nice break from the 39degC & 95% humidity when you get the odd drop of rain up there. I still think they should have built a damn big water pipeline alongside the rail when they finally connected Adelaide to Darwin. We could do with a little...

You go for it Chas. All the best everyone

I got a call to do a recovery....seems someone bought a Jeep....!! :icon-biggrin: (Sorry UK guys, its an Aussie TV ad on here, the silly old bugger bought a Jeep) Anyway, I just wanted to wish everyone we have had the pleasure of knowing and serving throughout the year a very merry...

Congratulations Scott & Steph.

Thanks Crispin. I might have to post up the Birdseed Bar recipe too. Some of our UK friends who joined me on the Simpson Desert trip in 2014 got to taste them and thought they we pretty alright. My wife is a top cook. Worth keep hold of... But I didn't explain the recipe anywhere near well...

We called in the Big Guns last night..!! We had the Police, Fire, Rescue and Driver Reviver people join us for some great hints and tips, plus a few of our own chucked in for good measure. If you listen right through, you'll also get to learn that fish do sweat, how to make Nuts'n'Bolts, and...

I believe you Ed. I'm not a user of either so a bit hard for me to appreciate what, how, etc. Can either be adjusted with a 14mm ring spanner?