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Planning for Australian FJ owners rally

Started by roverfj1200, July 10, 2016, 12:42:42 AM

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The General

Quote from: X-Ray on July 14, 2016, 07:10:00 AM
What are you writing Kevvy ?
I suspect he`s busy doing the maths!
" :mail1:.....if tha Canadian dollar is only worth 78 cents U.S. and tha Aussie dollar is worth more than my Canadian dollar, that means I make a profit on every dollar invested in Australian tourism!" ....Square feet assessments he can do in his head!
(unless of course they`re on my footpegs!)   (popcorn)
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CanDman

Quote from: The General on July 14, 2016, 11:52:24 AM
Quote from: X-Ray on July 14, 2016, 07:10:00 AM
What are you writing Kevvy ?
I suspect he`s busy doing the maths!
" :mail1:.....if tha Canadian dollar is only worth 78 cents U.S. and tha Aussie dollar is worth more than my Canadian dollar, that means I make a profit on every dollar invested in Australian tourism!" ....Square feet assessments he can do in his head!
(unless of course they`re on my footpegs!)   (popcorn)

Doug is right..... I get lost whenever negotiating the grey areas......calculating the price and executing the turns can sometimes end up on the low side of an investment........I therefore resign myself to the "cry for help" (or scratching the head)approach. Knowing how the exchange between friends can ultimately lead to a solid return and an eternal reward .......both in time and commerce. Your counsel and direction is requested...........as I am currently ready to invest !!!!!  :drinks:
Bueller.....Bueller.......Bueller..... (popcorn)

Can Sno in March (down there)



   
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bgdave

I will be there for sure. Hope i have the 1100 done buy then .

ken65

What rides are there around Toowoomba?

I don't know much about the area?

ken

CanDman

Quote from: ken65 on July 20, 2016, 06:34:09 PM
What rides are there around Toowoomba?

I don't know much about the area?

ken

Roads that Richard can lose you on  :mocking:

CanDfindhiman
Never regret your choices in life ! There is no way to go back to do it again and compare. Make the most and do your best with every decision you make

roverfj1200

Quote from: ken65 on July 20, 2016, 06:34:09 PM
What rides are there around Toowoomba?

I don't know much about the area?

ken

Ray seems to have them all worked out. There are a lot but the surfaces are a bit rough
1988 FJ1200
1991 FJ1200

Richard.

Bones

There's a couple around that way that I know of Ken. There's the one from Esk up the range via Perserverance dam, Murphys creek rd, another one that goes from Withcott to Flagstone creek rd then via back roads winds its way up to the New England highway, but there's a small bit of dirt on that one.

Depends on what people want, good roads but not much scenery, or scenic but so so roads. Might have to get everyone to put all their ideas in a hat at the Muster over a few beers and work out a route.
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79 suzuki gt250x7


Too young to be old but old enough to know better.

X-Ray

I'm happy to go out anytime and have a look around, ride some suggested routes etc Richard, Bones and anyone else to get some feedback going. But yes, one of my faves is Picnic Point-Flagstone Creek Road-Ma Ma Creek-Clifton-Leyburn etc. Has a bit of everything, scenic, twisty, open plains with narrow roads ( bugger all cars) nice.  it really is a nice run along Gatton-Clifton Road, it goes from farming/plains to hilly/mountainous, following Ma Ma Creek for a bit, then spits you out of the range overlooking the plains of the Darling Downs, its magical. Theres probably a lot more to see out that way, just have to go exploring,  :good2:

But heres a map link I did of a run a while back with some workmates,
https://www.google.com.au/maps/dir/-27.5784497,151.9870088/-27.6075642,151.99477/-27.617033,152.0120649/-27.6249041,152.1923952/-27.6283848,152.1901467/-27.9229775,151.9850282/-27.8468092,151.9198827/Rudd%27s+Pub/-27.9290823,151.9057851/Royal+Hotel+Leyburn/@-27.9833256,151.6727836,12z/data=!4m22!4m21!1m0!1m0!1m0!1m0!1m0!1m0!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x0:0x614b1a87d6aa5a0d!2m2!1d151.902433!2d-27.853587!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x0:0x1130a95a00a043b7!2m2!1d151.583073!2d-28.011305!3e0

Some piccies-- Picnic Point/Ma Ma Creek/Gatton-Clifton Road.  Flagstone Creek road coming down the back of the range from Picnic Point is a bit of an eye opener in a couple of sections.


'94 FJ1200 Wet Pale Brown
'93 FJ1200 Dark Violet/Silver
'84 FJ1100 Red/White

'91 FJ1200 Dark Violet/Silver ( Now Sold)
'92 FJ1200 Project/Resto Dark Violet/Silver (Now Sold)






For photos of my rear wheel swap, heres the link  https://www.flickr.com/gp/150032671@N02/62k3KZ

roverfj1200

After a somewhat interesting ride to Esk to look at a rally venue I was surprised to find the Grand Hotel under renovations. It should be a great venue if it is completed on time.. I will make inquires to see ...

1988 FJ1200
1991 FJ1200

Richard.

roverfj1200

The Grand Hotel in Esk is planning to open September this year so will be well and truly ready for us in March. I will stay in touch with them and let everyone know when to book accommodation. There a 2 motels in town a short walk from the Venue and also a Caravan park.
1988 FJ1200
1991 FJ1200

Richard.

Troyskie

1984 FJ1100 Ms Effie brand new :)
1984 FJ1100 Pearlie, stock as.
1985 FJ1100 Mr Effie 647,000K and still running hard.
1985 FJ1200 'Yummy' takes a licking & keeps on ticking
After all is said and done, more is said than done :)
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ribbert

OK all you banana benders, how hot and how humid is going to be in 5 weeks time?

Noel
"Tell a wise man something he doesn't know and he'll thank you, tell a fool something he doesn't know and he'll abuse you"

X-Ray

Still expect it to be around 29-30 degrees through the day Noel. Probably a pleasant 20 degrees at night, but I say bring on winter. Had enough of this damn summer
'94 FJ1200 Wet Pale Brown
'93 FJ1200 Dark Violet/Silver
'84 FJ1100 Red/White

'91 FJ1200 Dark Violet/Silver ( Now Sold)
'92 FJ1200 Project/Resto Dark Violet/Silver (Now Sold)






For photos of my rear wheel swap, heres the link  https://www.flickr.com/gp/150032671@N02/62k3KZ

ribbert

Quote from: X-Ray on January 30, 2017, 07:10:16 AM
Still expect it to be around 29-30 degrees through the day Noel. Probably a pleasant 20 degrees at night, but I say bring on winter. Had enough of this damn summer

Thanks Ray, what about humidity that time of the year?
"Tell a wise man something he doesn't know and he'll thank you, tell a fool something he doesn't know and he'll abuse you"