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I supported Toymods
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Perth, Western Australia
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December 2002
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CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Mon, 14 February 2005 11:36
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I'm coming to Sydney to finalise the purchase of a car on Saturday, 19/2, and would like to take the opportunity to catch up with all those people in Sydney I've dealt with and met through Toymods. With the good grace of things falling in place, my mate Seth and I will be at the Drive In/Krispy Kremes event that night, and look forward to meeting people from the other side of the computer too.
I'll also propose a lunch the following day somewhere - I like to pack alot into one trip! Pub, park, patio??? I need you local guys to tell me where is good for you, cos I'm very much the fish out of water. I figure I also owe a few guys a few beers for favours they have done me, so was thinking beer garden - but you tell me. I'm also not adverse to sitting in the pasenger seat with a video camera while the Toyotas that I've only ever seen online cruise around to some of the spots I've only ever read about too?! The addition of good looking women within the vicinity is also favoured, though not essential?! Who's in?
For those friends who can't make either of those two days, I've also timed the trip to take in the Toymods AGM meeting, so will take the opportunity to meet more peole there too.
Finally, while I have a few pokers in the fire for accommodation, is there anyone who would have two beds spare for 4-5 days, if so, Let me know, and I'll happily return the favour should you want to visit Perth?!
[Updated on: Mon, 14 February 2005 11:38]
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I supported Toymods
Location:
sydney.au
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August 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Mon, 14 February 2005 12:28
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im up for krispy kreme if im not at work that day!!
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Membership Secretary
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Sydney
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June 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Mon, 14 February 2005 14:11
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Sounds good Clint will be good to meet you face to face,
Depends where you stay to where I will recomend to go for lunch.
I personally haave to work on sunday early morning so I may meet up later in the day.
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Location:
Land of Oz
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June 2004
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Mon, 14 February 2005 20:40
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Hi,
Good stuff. I won't be at Krispy Kremes 'cos I'm trying to look after my ballerina-like body, but I will be at the AGM (along with my lawyer to help decipher all the forms and documents), so it'll be good to say howdy-doody to you. Hey, I'll bring the '25 so you can also check out my billion dollar wheels.
seeyuzz
river
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Toymods member
I supported Toymods
Location:
Rydalmere, NSW
Registered:
May 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Mon, 14 February 2005 22:08
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Hey Clint,
Would be good to catch up with you. I'll probably be at the drive-in's and/or the AGM. 
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I supported Toymods
Toymods Club Secretary
Location:
Sydney
Registered:
May 2002
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Toymods Social Secretary
Location:
Sydney
Registered:
July 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Mon, 14 February 2005 23:24
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sunday arvo lunchtime hey.... the witzl's recomendations = newport arms. although it sucks because you have to drive home after that!
otherwise my local RSL. drive to my place, walk to rsl, stumble back with case on shoulder.
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Toymods Club Treasurer
Location:
Sydney
Registered:
May 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Tue, 15 February 2005 00:24
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I'm going away for the weekend, though I'll be at the AGM.
Is there a chance you could bring the ST205 master cylinder & booster over to have a look at?
If I was at home, I'd offer you accomodation as I've got 2 spare bedrooms. But I won't be, so tough luck  Sorry
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Location:
Sydney
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October 2003
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Tue, 15 February 2005 03:03
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I'm definately up for catching up!
I can't make it for Saturday night, but would be keen for a beer/lunch/something on Sunday.
Have you worked out where you are staying yet? Might give us a few ideas on what can be done in the local area. And help us narrow down pubs we could choose from that off beer gardens and "The addition of good looking women within the vicinity is also favoured" Eg, The Oaks (neutral bay) and Sheaf (double bay) are great for this.
Sorry I can't offer accomodation, staying with the missus parents atm. Great for saving, shite for partying.
Cheers,
Dave
I'll also do my best to make it to the AGM, I haven't made it to a meeting all year. But I do wish to renew my membership and take a more active role (at least turn up to things) in the club in the coming year.
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Location:
Terrigal
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May 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Tue, 15 February 2005 03:05
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I'll be along to one of the meet ups 
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August 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Tue, 15 February 2005 06:28
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PAC RUN! 
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Location:
Sydney
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October 2003
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Tue, 15 February 2005 06:52
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A pac run would be a grand idea for a WAlian, but I might have to meet up with you guys before or after as while currently working on my car, I'm driving a white autotradgic festiva. Even with it's pink racing decals, driving the old pac is more painful than fun.
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I supported Toymods
Location:
Perth, Western Australia
Registered:
December 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Tue, 15 February 2005 10:29
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I may also need the name of a reputable Flat tray (preferred) tow truck, anyone recommend anyone to me?
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I supported Toymods
Toymods Club Secretary
Location:
Sydney
Registered:
May 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Tue, 15 February 2005 13:01
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Hey Clint,
You can try:
A&B TILT TRAY SERVICE
24HR ASSISTANCE
CALL STEVE
0407704203
I can't vouch for his work, but he's a friend of Ben (Siktoy_ra23) who I'm sure would swear by him.
How long are you going to be over here for by the way?
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Location:
Sydney
Registered:
January 2003
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Membership Secretary
Location:
Sydney
Registered:
June 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Thu, 17 February 2005 03:25
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I can vouch for Steve's tilt tray service.
So can big worm
He does great work and is a good bloke.
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On your mum!
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May 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Fri, 18 February 2005 06:34
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Hey Clint,
Kylie + the kids and I are doing Summernationals at WSID tomorrow (Sat 19)- if you're interested.
Mobile = 0402 030 561 if anyone would like to catch up with us there.
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I supported Toymods
Location:
Perth, Western Australia
Registered:
December 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Fri, 18 February 2005 17:03
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I'll be in the air sorry Jason, but would love to catch up with you while I'm over, I've followed your car for quite a while now?!
I'm doing the Pac run, come hell or high water on Sunday afternoon - someone please suggest a northern suburbs "wench and beer hang out" (aka commonly referred to as a Pub in WA) for everyone, who wants to attend to do so?!!!
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Location:
Sydney
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January 2003
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Sat, 19 February 2005 00:27
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We've got lunch up the coast sorted, but we need a place to stop after we get back. I could still recommend The Bluegum, it's a good pub, not probably not too many ladies out anywhere at that time on a Sunday arvo....
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On your mum!
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May 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Sat, 19 February 2005 11:20
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Lucid - If you hit the Pacific Hwy run will you please call me?
I would like to catch up if at all possible. If not - then at the AGM it will be.
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Location:
Sydney
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January 2003
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Sat, 19 February 2005 15:07
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OK as it stands this event is still go, unless at 11:30 there is thunder & lightening in the sky.
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Club Member
Location:
sydney
Registered:
May 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Sat, 19 February 2005 19:31
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Hey Clint I heard you were heading out earlier in the week, would love to have caught up with you but it looks like I may not be able due to our latest edition to the family arriving yesterday morning (saturday), things have become a bit... "Hektik bro" , if i can ill try and make the meeting monday night but its probhably a false hope 
hope you have a good cruise today and the boys show you the sights in good fashion.
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Location:
Sydney
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January 2003
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Sat, 19 February 2005 20:30
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Please check Old Pac Video Cruise page for updates!
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I supported Toymods
Toymods Club Secretary
Location:
Sydney
Registered:
May 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Sat, 19 February 2005 22:58
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Jason - It looks pretty definite that the cruise will still be going ahead, so I'll give you a buzz from Thornleigh or something..
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I supported Toymods
Location:
Plumpton/sydney
Registered:
November 2003
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Sat, 19 February 2005 23:12
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Clint
I look foward to seeing you at the AGM and if you use steve as your towie tell him I sent you and he has to look after you
Ben
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Membership Secretary
Location:
Sydney
Registered:
June 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Sun, 20 February 2005 06:15
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If anyone is interested we will be heading up to castle Hill RSL tonight for a feed and some beers
call me on 0401624192 if you can make it
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I supported Toymods
Location:
Perth, Western Australia
Registered:
December 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Mon, 21 February 2005 01:12
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Well We were caught with what was described as minor Sydney traffic last night - only arrived back at Stitt's house at 8pm, and being stuffed, we stayed in. So anyone interested in catching up, I'll definately be at the AGM tonight. Also will try to organise a lunch get together in the CBD somewhere, those interested in coming down, call me on 0403 733 054.
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Toymods Club Treasurer
Location:
Sydney
Registered:
May 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Mon, 21 February 2005 01:18
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That was probably nothing.
Heading back from Port Stephens area. Left there at about 4:30 & hit a major storm at the top of the F3.
I got home at 8:30, some others I was with got home at 10:45 coz she stopped & waited the storm out. 
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Location:
Sydney
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October 2003
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Mon, 21 February 2005 02:09
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I always get "error in connection" when I try to call you Clint.
What day were you planning on luching in the city?
I'll catch you at the AGM anyways.
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Official Cruise Dude
Location:
liverpool
Registered:
March 2004
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Tue, 22 February 2005 08:24
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LOOKING GOOD Clint
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I supported Toymods
Location:
Perth, Western Australia
Registered:
December 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Sun, 06 March 2005 18:20
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Well I arrived back home last night after both good and bad luck, so thought I'd take the opportunity to fill people in on what happened, and express a few thanks too.
Firstly, more thanks than I can mention to Stitt and his parents, Peter and Kerrie, for allowing Seth and I to crash in their lounge room - excellent people to meet, socialise and interact with. Thnaks also to Stitt for running us around, giving directions (especially when asleep), letting us borrow the "fooly sik dorifto Crown wagon" - next time I'm over dude, I want to see the "DSH 17T" plates on it?!
We joined in ont the Krispy Kremes cruise Saturday night, met alot of people there for the first time, I've only talked to online, or through email. Thanks to RAV-GT4/Andrew for the ride that night, and hope you get rid of the water catcher soon?!!! Thanks to Ms Puzzleman/Cassie for letting me steal a doughnut too! Of particular note that night was Witzl's and Andrew's driving range competition - I never thought a "Happy Gilmor" approach and swing would ever work?!!!
We picked the car up first thing Sunday morning, and fortunately got it running with a minimum of fuss. Due to the front tyres being dangerously stuffed, and a very sick power steering pump, we decided not to take it to our next "event" - Pac Run - those of you who've seen the footage will agree we had a good time. Thanks to Lucid/Paul for taking us to the meet point and Seth's ride for the day, and also to Black Supra/ Glen for my passenger seat ride in his car - thoroughly enjoyed it - very stable throughout, and only one small understeer slide to note.
Many thanks to Yelorolla/Jason and Cressida chick/Kylie for their hospitality after the Pac Run - was refreshing to just sit back and relax after what had been a very busy 24 hours for us, even if I did feel a bit brain dead at that time.
Monday, I met up with more people at the AGM, and the pizza after was yet another good opportunity to socialise - this led to Puzzleman/Craig, Steve Healey, and myself holding an impromptu photo shoot around Luna Park and other places. Great to meet Steve and his wagon, and thanks to Craig for taking the photos, and Cassie for putitng up with us at that hour of the night.
The rest of the week was spent preping bits and pieces for our return back to Perth - we made a decision to drive the car back, as it seemed to be handling the rigors of street life again without major issue after it's 12-18 month hiatus(Steering Pump noise?, ..., what steering pump noise?  ), so four new tyres were put on the car, and we attempted to have the aircon regassed only to find out the compressor was stuffed - we reverted to 2WD aircon - 2 Windows Down - the road trip was definately on!
A wild night in Manly, Glen's Supra on the Pac Run, and Stitt's approach to life were definate highlights of Sydney!
We left Saturday lunch timeish, and headed for Wollongong to have a look. After that we headed for Canberra, and at th9is point I feel asleep while Seth drove. I woke up to realise we had missed the turnoff we wanted, so we backtracked and found an excellent road through Kangaroo Valley to cut and run, distance wise. I thoruoghly recommend you all drive this road at least once - it was awsome.
We arrived in Canberra late that afternoon, and did the sightseeing thing for the next few days. My particular brand of sightseeing involved catching up with TA22 3TG/ Mitch, and JustenGT4/Justen, who gave me a ride in his GT8 - I've got footage to prove I enjoyed myself, and thats all I'm going to say! Thanks also to Mitch for the running repairs we made to my car in a vain effort to get the bloody thing to boost, unfortunately nothing sufficed.
The day after the repairs, was our final day of sight seeing for Canberra - we were to leave the morning following for Adelaide, but...
On the way into Canberra, the car developed a repeatious metallic ting - which I originally though was the power steering pump finally giving up. When i realised I could vary the noise with throttle, I knew it wasn't sounding good! We stalled while downshifting and coasted into the service station with smoke coming from the engine bay. a quick check of both oil and water (also checked the previous day too), revealed absolutely no water in the cooling system. No water in the sump and the fact that it still holds water (so not a burst pipe), has me stumped, but I think it was more a major internal let go that stopped us over anything else. 15 minutes later we had the steam stopped and the cooling system filled, only to reveal no compression - stuffed head, and the knocking noise was now there on crank too, so it will be interesting to pull the engine aprt and find out exactly what let go/went wrong.
At this point, I'll also make mention that I hold absolutely no animosity to the previous owner of the car either - I'm still happy to have bought it for the price I did, with the added bonus that it came with a complete halfcut for replacement motor and box anyway.
So there we were, stuck at a servo on the Federal Highway, 7Kms from Canberra. Best laid plans always help, so assuming I would not be able to get the car running when picking it up - I organised freight for it just in case before I left Perth. A couple of quick phone calls had the car delivered back to my freight company in Sydney the following day, for freight back to Perth, and two cheap airfares home yesterday.
So all in all, a good "break" if somwhat jam packed with lots of things, and not overly laid back. Thanks to everyone I finally met face to face, and who helped me out along the way.
For those of you I met while over that way, should you ever come over to Perth, by all means get in contact with me - I may even have the spare bedroom free for you to crash there?!
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Official Cruise Dude
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March 2004
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Sun, 06 March 2005 20:20
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It was our pleasure to meet you both and our late night photo shoot was pretty good even Cassie had to admit that. Thanks for our mention in your tale about your trip to Sydney, in the short time we spent with you, I'd say you cracked us up about 95% of the time, usually with a re-telling of some incident that involved Stitt, alcohol and girls.
Hope to see you around again.
Cheers
Craig
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Mon, 07 March 2005 07:27
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GOOD TIMES!
im glad you enjoyed your stay, gotta watch out for that stitt character!
hehe the 'moment' didnt quite make it onto the video i see, guess the mr2 wasnt up to it behind me haha (or maybe entry speed should be a little lower). At least it was incident free, bar the smashed windscreen!
Man that sucks about the GT4, but it didnt really sound crash hot when you were driving it!
Glad to hear you enjoyed yourself! Next time im over to see metroman ill make sure we swing by!
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Sydney
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January 2003
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Mon, 07 March 2005 09:19
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Mate the only footage of your car was from the finneys Seca SX, that said I can never keep up with you driving anyway
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Membership Secretary
Location:
Sydney
Registered:
June 2002
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Thu, 10 March 2005 23:37
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Yeah no worries mate was great to meet u and Seth.
I had a blast showing you guys around the sights of Sydney
I didn't know I had such an interesting outlook on life!!!!
Looking forward to seeing all the footage, especially what I filed on sprigwood rd and the interesting stuff that I seem to get up to.
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Location:
central coast, NSW
Registered:
April 2004
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Re: CLG's Sydney Get Together.
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Fri, 11 March 2005 04:18
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Hey Clint great to meet you and Seth had a great arvo and lunch
was a priveilige to have you guys over to our house and relax.. 
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