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Post by winterwood on Apr 20, 2012 16:16:52 GMT 10
I had an MRI a few days ago and spoke to my Doctor a little while ago.
The upshot is that he strongly advised against driving to Cowra, so this means a site is up for grabs.
Arrive 28/4 and depart 4/5.
Have a great time everyone and take plenty of photos.
Max
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Post by cobber on Apr 20, 2012 17:43:35 GMT 10
G'day Max, Bad luck mate.. but it is better to heed their advice even though they can be a pain in the butt sometimes. I hope things improve for you and you are able to get about again real soon. Cobber
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Post by humpyboy on Apr 20, 2012 18:30:23 GMT 10
Geeeeeeez Max, hope it's not serious? guess you'll just need to wait for posted pics to see how "STU" turned out now, all the best for your recovery.
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Post by JBJ on Apr 20, 2012 19:23:10 GMT 10
Hi Max,
Sorry to hear you arent going to Cowra, I was looking forward to catching up with you.
You have to do what the doctor says unfortunately.
Hopefully you wont have to go thru what I did last year, but if that happens you can rest assured the medical people will have it under control.
All the best for the future
JBJ
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Post by 1954homemade on Apr 20, 2012 20:23:06 GMT 10
Hi Max,
Sorry to hear that you are not well enought to attend Cowra.
Take it easy and do as the doctors say and hopefully you will be on the road to recovery real soon.
All the best Di
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Post by 1954homemade on Apr 20, 2012 20:25:36 GMT 10
Clyde, I notice those photos of Barb cleaning Fugly don't have a date on them. You don't fool us, I bet they were taken some time ago and Fugly is going to turn up at Cowra looking totally different ;D ;D Have a safe trip Luv Di xx
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Post by kazandadam on Apr 21, 2012 0:36:01 GMT 10
Hi fireballv8, Don't worry about your van having to look perfect. On the whole, that's not what we are about. Some people will manage to have their vans looking fantastic, but others either won't have the time, skills, energy or inclination to work on their vans prior to the nationals. But it's the joining in that counts. Basically we are a very friendly bunch and have made some great friendships over the years. We just like to get out and about and enjoy ourselves. I will also be there by myself and expect that there will be a few others in the same boat. Regards Diane Yep...........doesn't matter, as long as they don't leak in water then all's good
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Post by 1954homemade on Apr 21, 2012 10:50:55 GMT 10
Some people are already on their way to Cowra. I only have one more sleep before I leave in the morning - it's exciting. ;D ;D I hope everyone has a safe trip. See you at Cowra. Kind regards Di
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Post by humpyboy on Apr 21, 2012 19:21:41 GMT 10
And one more sleep for me as well picking up dave01 on the way through then drive on to catch up with f/f , I also believe we will be meeting up with a few more along the way, wont be long now ;D
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Post by humpty2 on Apr 21, 2012 19:35:21 GMT 10
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Post by Jennison on Apr 21, 2012 21:22:20 GMT 10
I read all these postings tonite of people who are on the road now, leaving tomorrow or in one or two days time and I am so jealous I want to run out and jump in the car and go right now :oCrikey it's going to be a long week . See you there friday ;D jenno
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Post by Jennison on Apr 21, 2012 22:23:15 GMT 10
Hey Humpty Which car are you bringing?....surely the Royal, Pete?
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Post by humpyboy on Apr 21, 2012 22:27:20 GMT 10
Night all !!! off to have my last sleep see ya soon.
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Post by MRFJ55 on Apr 22, 2012 8:26:28 GMT 10
WHAT DAY IS THE CRUISE IN THE CLASSICS TO CANOWINDRA ON AGAIN ? DER BRAIN HAS FORGOTTEN HAPPY TRAILS TO EVERYONE TRAVELLING THIS WEEK .
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Post by fireballv8 on Apr 22, 2012 11:07:23 GMT 10
Hi fireballv8, Don't worry about your van having to look perfect. On the whole, that's not what we are about. Some people will manage to have their vans looking fantastic, but others either won't have the time, skills, energy or inclination to work on their vans prior to the nationals. But it's the joining in that counts. Basically we are a very friendly bunch and have made some great friendships over the years. We just like to get out and about and enjoy ourselves. I will also be there by myself and expect that there will be a few others in the same boat. Regards Diane thanks for thew encouragement, I was feeling a bit down when i wrote my post, feel a little better now, I think I need a holiday... say? isn't there some sort of get together of old vans at cowra?... I'll go to that, and have a break !!!
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Post by hilldweller on Apr 22, 2012 11:35:39 GMT 10
All the best to all of you and your vans - have a great time and drive safe Oh, and please take lots of pics to post here
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Post by urkel1965 on Apr 22, 2012 13:39:08 GMT 10
I now have one less sleep til I leave for Cowra, as my boss has given me an early minute, which means I don't have to work next Friday. I should now be able to get to Cowra on Sat arvo instead of Sunday arvo. I reckon that I will ring Cowra Van park on Sat morning to see if I can get in a day early. If that's not possible, then I will probably stay in West Wyalong or Grenfell on Sat night, which will give me an easy drive to Cowra Sun morning. Steve
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Post by curtis on Apr 22, 2012 19:37:00 GMT 10
Well now I am kinda ripped off. Fully a week ago Mum and Dad put my new axel in and doesn't my butt look great! ;D ;D ;D Yesterday Dad finished taking out all the old zinc screws in my aluminium and replaced them with NEW brass slot head screws. I feel soooo special. Today Mum and Dad put me on the back of the car and off we go!!!! For a TEST RUN!?!?!?!?!?!? What the hell is that all about. Here I am thinking I am off to the Nationals, but NOOOOOOOOO, we did maybe 15km, just to get a run on the freeway to make sure I was gunna behave with me new axel. Now I have to wait until next Saturday to go - what will the lady vans do until I get there?? Hold on girls I'll be there soon!! (As soon as Dad takes me that is!!! ) Lots of love Curtis
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Post by Deleted on Apr 23, 2012 19:27:18 GMT 10
WHAT DAY IS THE CRUISE IN THE CLASSICS TO CANOWINDRA ON AGAIN ? DER BRAIN HAS FORGOTTEN HAPPY TRAILS TO EVERYONE TRAVELLING THIS WEEK . Hiya Maurie.. The car run to Canowindra ( 33k ) is on Tuesday 1st of May. Lots ta see and do.... Click on " Itenary for Cowra " Thread ...its all there mate. I have to shoot up there.... ( Literally shoot up there in the car .. not like Ben Hall did .. and shoot up the town ) and collect an ebay win on the Monday.. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Regards Reddo
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Post by humpty2 on Apr 23, 2012 19:38:33 GMT 10
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Post by Jellybean on Apr 23, 2012 19:43:40 GMT 10
Spent tonight zip tying hoses,wires out of harms way . Triple checked clamps ,leaks and things that shouldn't come loose. Oil, water all good. One new tyre on the front fitted. New plugs fitted. Then washed the ute and Jelly bean and thought that was a waste of time as they will be covered in bugs and dirt when we get there. Got to look good on the way I spose !!!. Diannes been packing stuff and sorting last minute essentials. Can't wait to get out of the rat race !!!
Cheers John and Dianne. Seeya there.
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Post by humpty2 on Apr 23, 2012 20:02:02 GMT 10
We're a bit disappointed at the moment, but we are hoping the towbar will be here tomorrow. I have spent all week working on 'the car' and Janorma. Tomorrow the car goes to the mechanic for a tune up. I don't believe in rushing things..... The plan is to leave Thursday with 'the car' or the Toyota. See you all there.
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Post by Jennison on Apr 23, 2012 21:07:58 GMT 10
I'll be in a run to Canowindra...there's a wayfarer ute (Chrysler royal)I'd like to take a peek at....unfortunately it's not for sale though jenno
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Post by brock on Apr 24, 2012 13:50:23 GMT 10
wow - its definitely 'excitement building' here!
Feel a little miffed that I am driving an xtrail and staying in a cabin 'cause my van is in pieces, but very excited to be doing the nats regardless! - Wait til 2014 - Then there'll be a van and hopefully a suitable tow car to reckon with!!
travel safe everyone
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Post by Deleted on Apr 24, 2012 16:12:50 GMT 10
Well folks .. it appears the gremlins are at work already... Got a phone call from JBJ and Boots this morning... They left yesterday morning... Clutch master packed it in and they had to return to Ballina. Got back underway today.... Pulled up for a break and then discovered the van had a flat tyre... Got underway again and the headlight fuse shorted out... another patch up ... and underway again.... They rang me from Grafton..... JBJ was about to snarl at 8 $x4s with caravans on that had just parked across in front of him at the servo..... Boots finished the conversation with me.... I couldnt hear any shouting in the background and it sounded like they where getting underway again.... All this before 10.00am today.... I hope thier luck improves. Looks like i might have to mount a rescue mission to get my son and his aging 60s series toyota home from Mudgee... Gearbox to transfer case gasket blown and blowing oil back all ovewr his off road camper trailer. Will hear more from him tonight .. he is limping towards home with it. Might have to shoot out there and hitch the camper onto the mighty FB panno and take a load of the toyota.... Fun and games before Cowra.... Oh yeah.. Othwer son that was travelling in his 4x4 behind his bro has pressed on to Hill End for the night and Anzac Day . He rang me at 11.00am today to tell me it is sleeting/snowing at Hill End. PACK WARM CLOTHES FOR COWRA..... IT ISNT ALL THAT FAR AWAY FROM BATHURST AND HILL END.... AND IT WOULDNT SURPRISE ME IF IT GETS COLD.. REAL COLD AT COWRA. Geez arent ya glad i cancelled the swimwear fashion parade.... ;D Happy trails Reddo
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