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There's plenty of bypasses for all of the worst crossings for exactly the reasons you mention. I'd be looking for the same, new fourbies just don't mix with water the way old ones do!
Cheers,
Dusty
Cheers,
Dusty
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Thats good to know Dusty...
I'm the same, I can handle all the other stuff, but would hate to drown the car!
Cheers,
Jeff[SIZE=3]Jeff[/SIZE]
[SIZE=1]2012 | VX | D4D | Auto | Crystal Pearl | LightForce Genesis 50W HID's | ARB UVP | TJM Bar | Tow Bar | Rhino Pioneer Rack | Outback Ideas Points | Airtec Snorkel | Diff Breathers | Uniden UH7760NB UHF | Uniden UH076SX-NB UHF | Bilstein B6 Offroad Shocks | XGS Springs | TG150 | ARB Compressor | Redarc Trailer Brake | Projecta Anderson Plug | Hannibal RTT |[/SIZE]Comment
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Well I did the Tele track and Frenchmans track in a two week (one day old when we left Sydney) old stock Prado with Cooper ST's and a snorkel in 2008. Never got a drop in the car. Just check out the crossings, be careful and be prepared to chicken out if it looks too daunting. - It didn't look that way for me.Originally posted by Dusty74 View Post
New cars are better sealed and their parts are less likely to break down due to wear. 2008 was a dry year, but who knows what 2013 will be like. You won't regret attempting the Telegraph, its fascinating. Well worth a go. Heaps of variety in the crossings. It seems like you guys are going at a good time of year - wish I was going too
CheersGreg - 08 D4D Prado,
Some trips done - Cape York, Fraser Island, Simpson Desert / Central Aust, Vic High Country.Comment
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I would love to come along , can you put me as a definite maybe.
Too far in advance at this point but I'm thinking it will be just me and jack my 8 yo son.
Have always been keen on this trip, should be great with other prado owners.
Cheers
Phil06 120 GXL 1KZ-TE man, modified exhaust, K&N, OME 2",spacers, Sovereign BB, Safari Snorkel, Hella 4000, 33" muddies, ARB 60L fridge / slide ,custom rear drawer, cargo barrier and table, Ironman 9500lb Winch, TJM underbody guards, DIY Radiator bash plate, Outback Ideas recovery points, AJ's sliders, CKMA12, lockers, ext rear breather, UHF, dual batt, SBi12, ARB alloy roof cage, ARB side awning...Comment
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I didn't get any water in my car last time I went up there until I stoped in the water . Don't have to be on the tele Track to do that.Originally posted by Corigator View PostWell I did the Tele track and Frenchmans track in a two week (one day old when we left Sydney) old stock Prado with Cooper ST's and a snorkel in 2008. Never got a drop in the car. Just check out the crossings, be careful and be prepared to chicken out if it looks too daunting. - It didn't look that way for me.
New cars are better sealed and their parts are less likely to break down due to wear. 2008 was a dry year, but who knows what 2013 will be like. You won't regret attempting the Telegraph, its fascinating. Well worth a go. Heaps of variety in the crossings. It seems like you guys are going at a good time of year - wish I was going too
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You're up early Anders!06 120 GXL 1KZ-TE man, modified exhaust, K&N, OME 2",spacers, Sovereign BB, Safari Snorkel, Hella 4000, 33" muddies, ARB 60L fridge / slide ,custom rear drawer, cargo barrier and table, Ironman 9500lb Winch, TJM underbody guards, DIY Radiator bash plate, Outback Ideas recovery points, AJ's sliders, CKMA12, lockers, ext rear breather, UHF, dual batt, SBi12, ARB alloy roof cage, ARB side awning...Comment
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Phil I was going to say the same thing to you . Day shift started at 0130 or is that still night shift . O my god it's early
Hopefully you can make this trip Phil, we still could be recovering from birdsville .Comment
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Sounds great guys.
The Tele Track would definitely be the most interesting way to go, I'll just have to take one crossing at a time.
Any idea on minimum vehicle requirements or recovery equipment?
Bring on mid 2014!
Cheers,
Jeff[SIZE=3]Jeff[/SIZE]
[SIZE=1]2012 | VX | D4D | Auto | Crystal Pearl | LightForce Genesis 50W HID's | ARB UVP | TJM Bar | Tow Bar | Rhino Pioneer Rack | Outback Ideas Points | Airtec Snorkel | Diff Breathers | Uniden UH7760NB UHF | Uniden UH076SX-NB UHF | Bilstein B6 Offroad Shocks | XGS Springs | TG150 | ARB Compressor | Redarc Trailer Brake | Projecta Anderson Plug | Hannibal RTT |[/SIZE]Comment
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Jeff the Tele Track Changes in such a short distance and if you take it easy there is no reason not to do the whole lot .Originally posted by Jeffers View Post
The crossings the time of year that we are going i would expect to be higher than when i was up there last but walk every one good excuse to have a dip.
What you have in your signature looks fine .
minimum vehicle requirements or recovery equipment first post.Comment
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Jeff the Tele Track Changes in such a short distance and if you take it easy there is no reason not to do the whole lot .Originally posted by Jeffers View Post
The crossings the time of year that we are going i would expect to be higher than when i was up there last but walk every one good excuse to have a dip.
What you have in your signature looks fine .
minimum vehicle requirements or recovery equipment first post.Comment
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Any suggestions what people would want on a shirt for this tripComment
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Great idea! We'll have to start thinking of a design to put forward...Originally posted by blkd4d View Post2004 V6 Grande. BLACK -Comment
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Shirts sound like a mad idea! I can't wait for this trip!2005 Black gxl 1kz, Steinbauer chip, ome lift, arb delux bar, Lightforce genisis 210's, 30inch led light, tigerz roof rack, GME 3540 uhf, genuine towbar, custom spare wheel spacer, ors draws, drop slide, waeco, dual batteries, twin locked, st maxx tyres, winch.
Soon to come-35's and longer shocks.Comment
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Ok - Read this and got a little excited. Just scanned the topic and i'll read it in full later when I get home from work.
In summary can someone confirm - 2 weeks for the Cape and whatever else travel time to get to Cairns which I'd probably smash out while managing fatigue accordingly over a 3 day period (9 hours a day) to get there.
Unless a group of PP members go up via sydney maybe that would be safer.Comment
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