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*stich626* · 07-29-2011, 07:08 PM

well, hello from the east coast of the U S of A

Ray Rust · 07-29-2011, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by aussiejohn

Thanks Ray,

How many of you guys turn up to these GTGs? I'm guessing that there's a restaurant there for coffee and pancakes, etc. And do you vary the venue at all?

Regards from Down Under.

aussiejohn

Coffee and Breakfast Avail , numbers vary during the cooler months around a dozen or so , then from Oct we go to Fri nite during daylight saving and get good numbers , Nah we stick to the one spot it's more the fun cruising there and back , any excuse to get on the road ...also it's not just trucks we get a good x section of rod and customs as well... Ray

TONY2000 · 07-30-2011, 03:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Ray Rust

John and Tony I'll send you a message when the next one's on ... it's in Beaconfield on the old HWY in the Hub carpark ,, john good luck with the Op ..

Ray

Cheers drop me a line when its due !
Dont think ill make the next one in the truck as mine needs some work for RWC and im struggling !
Looking for some proffessional help on mine !
Ive done lots of small bits but have a steering column issue to sort and some other stuff !

Ray Rust · 07-30-2011, 03:52 AM

mate this forum has most of the answers to most of the problems , if you ask the questions , you can guarantee you'll get some how to advice from other members ... Ray

TONY2000 · 07-30-2011, 04:15 AM

Took some time to try and clear up the wiring mess and see why the column was a little sloppy only to find out its mounted pretty poor and is not original, Fabrication required !

RCbowtie69 · 07-30-2011, 09:19 AM

Hey from N.C. & welcome to the forum,hope to see pictures of your project.Keep on Truckin'

Krooked Kustoms · 07-31-2011, 08:04 AM

G'day Ray Rust and Tony2000 kickin it in oz myself, im from langwarrin. Keen to see your trucks. You guys keen for one more bloke at the meet? My trucks in bits so I'll have to bring the old Holden. Cheers fellas.
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ChevLoRay · 07-31-2011, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Southcity

Welcome and like Truckster says, pics are always welcome. I used to own a 67 Chevy Stepside and one of the mods I used (and others have done before) is to use a pair of 64 Chevy Impala tailights, they mold into the rear fenders well and provide a good look that is still Chevy. Two on each side, as one set has the white reverse lens. A helpful link below:

http://www.lategreatchevy.com/chevy-...lete-1964.html

I will try to locate some pics for you and post them up. BTW, I'm 5 minutes from Frisco, my stomping grounds.

I was thinking this mod and saw your comment. I second the emotion.

TONY2000 · 08-19-2011, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by RATYAS 69

G'day Ray Rust and Tony2000 kickin it in oz myself, im from langwarrin. Keen to see your trucks. You guys keen for one more bloke at the meet? My trucks in bits so I'll have to bring the old Holden. Cheers fellas.
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Hi
your pretty close to me ! Im on Olivers Hill Frankston South, Be good to catch up some time when i get mine back together Cruise up together.

aussiejohn · 08-20-2011, 07:37 PM

Hi guys,

The hernia op went well, from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday 19th. They kept me in hospital until five p.m. and my son picked me up and drove me home. It's really difficult to get in and out of bed and onto and off the couch, but it's a lot easier today (Sunday) than it was yesterday.

I'm thinking of the Aussies meeting at Beaconsfield today but I'll be there next month. Doubly frustrating is that my new toy arrived last Thursday. I bought it in June this year in Washington state and drove it down to 'Frisco to the shipper. The ship was due in Melbourne on August 8 but did not arrive until last weekend (12th/13th) and only cleared Customs on Thursday.

I got to drive it home from Clayton and park it in the garage and the following day, I had my op. Obviously, I am not allowed to drive anything for about a week until I heal sufficiently enough to be able to stomp on a brake pedal without any pain.

So all I can do is look at it and maybe give it a wash. Will post some photos when I know how.

Regards from Down Under.

aussiejohn

Ray Rust · 08-20-2011, 10:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aussiejohn

Hi guys,

The hernia op went well, from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday 19th. They kept me in hospital until five p.m. and my son picked me up and drove me home. It's really difficult to get in and out of bed and onto and off the couch, but it's a lot easier today (Sunday) than it was yesterday.

I'm thinking of the Aussies meeting at Beaconsfield today but I'll be there next month. Doubly frustrating is that my new toy arrived last Thursday. I bought it in June this year in Washington state and drove it down to 'Frisco to the shipper. The ship was due in Melbourne on August 8 but did not arrive until last weekend (12th/13th) and only cleared Customs on Thursday.

I got to drive it home from Clayton and park it in the garage and the following day, I had my op. Obviously, I am not allowed to drive anything for about a week until I heal sufficiently enough to be able to stomp on a brake pedal without any pain.

So all I can do is look at it and maybe give it a wash. Will post some photos when I know how.

Regards from Down Under.

aussiejohn

Glad all went well , just got home from cruise great morning good turnup ,once again I think the trucks out numbered rod's and customs , I'll post some Pics later ... speak to ya soon... Ray

jeffg1010 · 08-20-2011, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by stich626

well, hello from the east coast of the U S of A

You are in Hingham, MA? That's crazy... for eight years, I have been working with a company in the Industrial Park on Derby St., BUT, I live in NC. I am up that way a lot though. I typically stay in Rockland when I am in town.

I always complain when I am up there that there isn't enough old cars running around. Good to see you are the exception.

jeffg1010 · 08-20-2011, 10:56 PM

AND... welcome to our Aussie truck enthusiasts. Great to see you on the forum. It is a great resource!

aussiejohn · 10-04-2011, 12:14 AM

G'day again,

My apologies for not attending in September, but I have a good excuse. Our car club got a call from the V8 Supercar people early September to provide as many convertibles and T-top Vettes as possible and bring them to Phillip Island for the round of the Touring Car Championship. They needed them to "chauffeur" the Holden drivers around the circuit for a parade lap.

I got Mike Caruso and Marcus Marshall who somehow both fitted into the '74 Vette coupe once the Targa tops and passenger seat were removed. We had an interesting day on the island, but I drove home before it got dark.

So, the next GTG is not October 16, but the Friday night October 14? Is that right? Please let me know and I'll try to make that one.

Regards from Down Under.

aussiejohn

07-29-2011, 07:08 PM	#26
stich626 Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: hingham ma Posts: 1,721	Re: G'day from Down Under well, hello from the east coast of the U S of A

07-30-2011, 03:52 AM	#29
Ray Rust Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: melbourne. AUSTRALIA Posts: 110	Re: G'day from Down Under mate this forum has most of the answers to most of the problems , if you ask the questions , you can guarantee you'll get some how to advice from other members ... Ray

07-30-2011, 04:15 AM	#30
TONY2000 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Victoria Australia Posts: 15	Re: G'day from Down Under Took some time to try and clear up the wiring mess and see why the column was a little sloppy only to find out its mounted pretty poor and is not original, Fabrication required !

07-30-2011, 09:19 AM	#31
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: G'day from Down Under Hey from N.C. & welcome to the forum,hope to see pictures of your project.Keep on Truckin' __________________ My Truck: 2.5 drop front, 4 & 5/8 in rear, 350cubic in. been bored .60 over, 700r4 (soon), 3 speed (on tree for now).rims & tires size,15x8 ralleys 5 on 5,P275/60R15. Members I have met: Pickupman, 1972 Super Cheyenne, Stepside,Chis Mc Bride. tsnow67,joel.e,

07-31-2011, 08:04 AM	#32
Krooked Kustoms Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Langwarrin South, Victoria, Australia Posts: 121	Re: G'day from Down Under G'day Ray Rust and Tony2000 kickin it in oz myself, im from langwarrin. Keen to see your trucks. You guys keen for one more bloke at the meet? My trucks in bits so I'll have to bring the old Holden. Cheers fellas. Posted via Mobile Device

08-20-2011, 07:37 PM	#35
aussiejohn Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Highett, Victoria Posts: 70	Re: G'day from Down Under Hi guys, The hernia op went well, from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday 19th. They kept me in hospital until five p.m. and my son picked me up and drove me home. It's really difficult to get in and out of bed and onto and off the couch, but it's a lot easier today (Sunday) than it was yesterday. I'm thinking of the Aussies meeting at Beaconsfield today but I'll be there next month. Doubly frustrating is that my new toy arrived last Thursday. I bought it in June this year in Washington state and drove it down to 'Frisco to the shipper. The ship was due in Melbourne on August 8 but did not arrive until last weekend (12th/13th) and only cleared Customs on Thursday. I got to drive it home from Clayton and park it in the garage and the following day, I had my op. Obviously, I am not allowed to drive anything for about a week until I heal sufficiently enough to be able to stomp on a brake pedal without any pain. So all I can do is look at it and maybe give it a wash. Will post some photos when I know how. Regards from Down Under. aussiejohn

08-20-2011, 10:56 PM	#38
jeffg1010 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Mooresville, NC Posts: 2,677	Re: G'day from Down Under AND... welcome to our Aussie truck enthusiasts. Great to see you on the forum. It is a great resource! __________________ Jeff 1972 Blazer CST 2wd- My son Sam's Project "S" Project "S" 1970 Suburban - SOLD "One Bad Burb" Photobucket Album 1986 C30 Crewcab - 63K original miles, original paint Members I have met: mikey531, gcburdic, bashed, burbman69, TonyPieras, Blazester, GCncsuHD, custombuilt67-72, tsnow678, highrpm, PanelDeland, tanman722001, 47thriftmaster, babyblueoval, 68stepbed, JesseWebb, Andy4639, xs-style, TobyArnot, BigOrange, frednoah, brn_agn, k5hart, Graham57a, bhelton, AJohn6, SilverC10, 69CST, '71 Flame, RaceAGMC, Liz, Josh, MattPSU, 68corvair, Chevy350V8, mdeal, ccrorymc, mrhurt73, dmxxpert, Custom68, 84GMC, BionicABs1, BigBlockBurris, Ebfabman, ATP...

10-04-2011, 12:14 AM	#39
aussiejohn Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Highett, Victoria Posts: 70	Re: G'day from Down Under G'day again, My apologies for not attending in September, but I have a good excuse. Our car club got a call from the V8 Supercar people early September to provide as many convertibles and T-top Vettes as possible and bring them to Phillip Island for the round of the Touring Car Championship. They needed them to "chauffeur" the Holden drivers around the circuit for a parade lap. I got Mike Caruso and Marcus Marshall who somehow both fitted into the '74 Vette coupe once the Targa tops and passenger seat were removed. We had an interesting day on the island, but I drove home before it got dark. So, the next GTG is not October 16, but the Friday night October 14? Is that right? Please let me know and I'll try to make that one. Regards from Down Under. aussiejohn



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