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We'll need to get the CB's fitted so Fluffy can give the orders out :-)

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What about "Group Captain Campfire" :lol:

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Tide times attached for that date...

see below

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I just realised HOW MANY POSTS YOU HAVE!!!!! Get offline and do something sensible instead of wasting your time on here all the time :curse:

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So has anyone got a CB?

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I have UHF, Andy does as well - not sure about anyone else.

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Maybe I need to fit one as well then, 10-4 good buddy

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was looking on EBAY

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/2x-5W-15KM-Ex...QQcmdZViewItem

they are:

Description:
Frequency: 450-470MHz
Output Power: 5W
Channel number: 16
Receiving sensitivity: 0.18uV
Antenna anti-interfere: 50 ohm
Channel intermission: 25, 12.5 KHz
Range: Up to 15KM
Spurious : +- 2.5PPm
Temperature range of working: -30 degree ~ 60 degree
Two times frequency: -65dB
Audio Power: 500Mw (Audio distortion<=10%)
Operation Voltage: 7.2V DC +-20%
Dimensions: 126mmx 56mm x38mm
Weight: 385g (including antenna, battery) for each one
Belt clipper
Standard Charger
Optional Earphone Plus

would that pick up other CB channels?

Or wrong frequency?

Be cool on 4by trips, and around our block.

Any help gladly received?

Will do a separate post in Barby also.

StevO

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Bought mine at Olbis Communications on the Southside. GME TX3420. With 4db antenna I can't remember the exact price but it was around $100 less than ARB wanted for the same thing. Easy to fit and the remote head sits nicely on the dash centre without having the full unit on display. Already saved me a couple of speeding tickets when I've been going up and down the highway. I reckon that means it's already paid for itself.

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will have a look at them !!!!!!! cheers m8

Just looking on ebay

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/GME-ELECTROPH...QQcmdZViewItem

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Also seen this

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/eBayISAPI.dll...m=190168096441


for those after handhelds

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I reckon the 3420 is the one to go for

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Are we dead set on the 25th guys? The weekend after would be perfect for me as we have VIP's over from the UK then.

The VIP's are my ex missus and daughter who I really want to impress in the hope that they stop here. We split up over the whole move to Oz and my son wants his mam and sister to be here with him.

And its my sons birthday the week after too. So that would be a memorable one for him alright.

Jazzys

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hmm me too....

currently at $265 ! not bloody bad !

Not sure how the detachable bit works... says needs a din socket.

Or can ya stow main unit under seat with lead from that to the fascia display up on the dashboard??

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Sunday 25th at the moment Andy. Could change .....

Mate, it's afree for all once you get on that beach - you'll see what I mean! Think the best thing is to arrange for everyone to meet at a certain place (for re-fuelling (Food & Beer))and let them go off and do there thing for a while!

Has got quite a ring to it :p

Thanks for that Ann - from this I can estimate that we should all meet at 1200hrs precise! Will give late arrivers a chance to get there and for peeps to talk about how fat their tyres are and how cool there suspension is and how they are gonna do 'this & that' to their 4bys! :)

:rofl:

Jeff - nothing is set in stone yet mate. If others are in agreeance, the date could easily be changed. Do you have a 4WD?




OK, here's a link to where we will be meeting. To explain briefly, as you approach the ocean/ beach carpark at Woorim on Bribie, you will see a small roundabout in front of you. Just before you get to that roundabout, you will see a large car park on your left hand side. This is the car park for the pub, bottlo etc....usually more spaces than the larger car park further on! We will be driving a Silver Ford Escape Rego # 154 ***

Direction wise, just come off the motorway at the Caboolture/ Bribie turn off and keep going - headed for Bribie/ Woorim. If anyone is unsure, PM me and I'll give you my mobile number to call on the day.

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Yep we're up for it

Andy and Jayne :thumbsup:

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I'm borrowing a 4WD off timber floor Au.

Jeff

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oh wow, this sounds amazing. please take some photo's for us buggers still in uk. have fun:thumbsup:
bec

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My main unit is under the drink holders in the centre behind the gear lever. There is enough lead to mount the remote head on the top of the dash in the centre recess. Power is fed from the back of the 12v socket in the centre box and fed down the back to the main unit. (That's in a Pathfinder btw)

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They are doing Buy Now at $365 so I reckon the one your'e looking at will go up (it's currently at $300). At $365 it's still cheaper than elsewhere though. Remember you need an antenna as well. ($50 - $100)
As 232Bar says, they are easy to fit. If you want something even easier have a look at the CB with all the controls in the Mic (GME)

Should be a good day out but we need to get the date fixed as we have got people coming over from Europe as well

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just spotted this!
are many kids going? - son 15 daughter 12, we have a hilux 4x4 ute (!) ( i can just see MrW rolling on the floor with embarasment that i've asked such a question) would this be up for it?
cheers
Nicky

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This is definiely the unit to get. The GME 3420 hat is. It has since been superseeded by the fancy model (TX3440) with all the controls on the mic, but I reckon that means the price of the 3420 will come down. You'll also need a means of fixing it to your bull bar or gutter, so don't forget to order that at the same time.

I used this mob

http://stores.ebay.com.au/UHF-GPS-Gadgets-plus-more

and had no problems at all. The TX650 handhelds are also a neat pair of radios. I will probably lend one to Fluffy for the day, so will have one spare. First come etc. It's a right laugh giving each other abuse as you tear up and down the beach/highway/someone's front lawn!

Yep, we're dragging our 11 year old daughter along. We're really looking forward to this!

Andy

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ah good!

we were only talking last week about seeing where we could drive on the beach:thumbsup:

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As most folks know, Jazzy Jeff has requested that the date be changed to the weekend after the 25th November. This is the 2nd December. Does anyone have any probs with changing the date - apart from the fact that they'll have to wait another week to play in the sand like children? :rofl:

If not, then it's easily changed - what say the masses? :)

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Not to put a downer on things, but you need a permit to drive on the beach. If you think you'll go more than once you can get one for a year for just over $100. Alternatively, you can still go and hope you don't get caught ;)

Permit costs are here

Applications forms are here

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Dec 2nd works for us

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Cheers G! I did put a link up earlier on in the thread.....guess it's buried somewhere now!

As 232 says, a permit is required HOWEVER, the fine 'IF' you get caught, is approx the same as the cost of the permit - s'up to you's! ;)

So, I'm gonna stick my neck out and change the date to the 2nd December - timings to be confirmed.

Hope this doesn't cause too many problems for people already signed up. If you have people visiting, bring em along...they'll have a blast. This day out requires a strict 'low level' of physical fitness, so even the olds can join in!!!!! :rofl:

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Hey, I don't want anybody to lose out by changing the date to the 2nd of Dec.

I was only thinking of ME, maybe thats why the wife left in the first place! :D

Jazzys

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2nd OK for us but that does mean we'll have 1 more in the car so not a lot of room for anyone else.

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OK troops, listen up http://bestsmileys.com/army/4.gif

Operation 'Bugger off up Bribie'

The Date:02/12/07

The Time: Low tide is at 0925hrs (s'gunna be an early one folks)!! Meet in car park at 0845hrs. High tide is then at 1541hrs, so we need to be off the beach probably an hour or two before this.
You are actually able to drive on the beach at high tide. This involves driving through sometimes, very soft & deep sand though, so unless yourself and your vehicle are up to it, prolly best to leave with the rest :)

The Meeting Place: Google Map of the rendezvous point

Plan of action: We will all meet in the pub/ bottlo car park as per the Google Map above. Dead easy to find, just drive to Woorim - before you get to the last roundabout before the ocean, we will be on the LHS.
Once everyone has arrived, we will head off towards Bribie Island National Park - approx a 2 minute drive away. Those people that wish to let some air out of their tyres may do so at this stage. This is not absolutely neccessary as most of the sand we will be driving on will be hard, but should you wish to 'play' then it is advisable. Remember, you will need a compressor to re-inflate at the end of the day. I know a couple of people going have one that they may let you use.
I thought it best that we then set off, following one of us that is familiar with the area. My thoughts are that we head up the beach and highlight the spot (by one of the lagoons (or not lagoons - depending on the weather)) where we will stop and 'make camp'. Those that wish to stop at this point may do so, the rest can basically let rip on the sand! :eek: This could culminate in everyone heading back to the meeting point and getting there barbies and stuff out for a good old feed/ sup/ chin wag!

At some point in the day, we will have to leave the beach - blame the tides! I will make sure that I know when this is and let everyone know in advance, so no worries about being stranded! There is a nice pub and beer garden back in Woorim. Last couple of times we have been there on a Sunday, there has been live music on in the garden. It's a nice spot with a park across the road for the nippers and an excellent chance to swap 'my tyres are fatter than yours' stories!!!

So......the list of attendees so far. If I don't have your name on it and you wish to go, let me know.

Fluffythecampfireslayer (Rob & Caroline)
TimberFloorAU (Steve & Debs)
KevinBloomfield (Kevin & Sam +1) + Mick & Tracey
Longreach (Mark & Tracy)
Jaycat (Dean & Karen + 2)
Annqldau (Ann & Graeme +1) - possibly
Andicee (Andy & Wendy +1)
Dolliedimples + OH + Kids
MrsDevilishDean (Andy & Jayne)
Jazzys (Jeff + the missus + 2)
Thewoodz (All four of 'em)
Shortlets (Sarah & Lee + 4) - pending room in other's cars. Anyone help?

Permits available here

Advice for driving on sand attached below message.

This is our car - look out for us!

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thats a fine list for the first outing mate:)


well done guys, hope to be joining you on another trip;)

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We'll be up for coming if someone/a few people can distribute us (family of 6) in a few 4x4's...we are Sarah & Lee

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Put us down for a defo mate. The 2nd is the wife's bday so she can't say I don't take her anywhere :D

Nice car...shame about the lack of bullbar, snorkel and UHF ;)

Andy

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Should have a couple of spare seats if you can handle my driving :D

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Oh thanks thats great:thumbsup:...for 2 small bums or 2 bigger bums?:rofl:

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Big bums, small bums, it's all the same to me :D The bums will be in the back with my 11 year old daughter so I'll leave that to you.

Andy

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It's going on carsales.com.au after this meet Andy!

Being the secret off road hoon that I am - it's just not up to going where I wanna take it! As in, OFF the beaten track!! Too bloody scared I'll scratch it! Gonna get me some knackered old 4WD UTE to rag around and go camping and stuff, at wekeends! :p

Anyone wanna buy a low KM's 2004 Ford Escape AWD?? It's a minter!!

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Wear your bicycle helmets as MINIMUM protection!

5 point harnesses also recommended! :rofl:

Oh, and you might need your wetsuits! ;)

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:eek:OMG...it better be us big bums then!:rofl:...anyone volunteering to take the kids?

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count us four in as well!