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mate, thanks for the cake - I think A yellow birthday cake... your fav colour by chance??

THANKS GUYS I've been working out of town and didn't see this until Col's PM. Yes, 37... I'm one of the old bastards. (but not as old as Jake32) Thanks again, Chris

yep, Nengun were WAY cheaper than anywhere I could find in Aust.

Bloody nice place, Incredibly friendly people, AND an unbeatable Rugby 7’s team! (they killed to competition last week in Wellington) choyda, where can you buy kava?

done 1899

great looking car mate! Nice to see another bayside blue - especially a GTR Family Car, yes I tried this one My kids are 3 & 5 - they JUST fit in the back. Has the GTR got a larger boot than GTT? More photos please?

blue 34 would have been me... not sure that I spotted you!

3rd... I was at Chris's place today. Good service!! and I was very happy with the price. and he didn't know I had a skyline

Didn’t mean to start a shit fight… Guys, thanks for sharing your opinions and your stories (good and bad)! Col, :lol: :lol: about 15years ago I did the same thing in North Qld. Lets just say that the Kingswood came out of it fine. I’d hate to repeat the experience in a skyline. Predator, thanks for your comments and photos. ** I think we all agree that driving to the conditions is a MUST - Leaving the high speeds to the track. 90% of this drive is done in 2nd and 3rd gear. Now back to my original intention. I had a great time driving around some fantastic countryside & I wanted to share the details. I was hoping to get other peoples experiences and compile a list of other places to explore. Does anyone have such a list? I haven't seen many posts detail this kind of information

Thanks for the comments! I’m sure they are old news - they are bloody old roads Didn’t think the road was too bumpy. The NSW side is way smoother. I’m 50/50 on the roads around Nimbin. I’ve driven a few roads around the back of Byron. Some are VERY bumpy. The road directly west of the Bryon turn off has been resurfaces a few months ago. Nice driving! BTW, What’s the rule with the "drive to suit conditions" signs? It would be great to hear some MORE of your favourite ‘Short Drives’. AND maybe roads to stay away from. Has anyone put a list together? PEAR

Hi Guys, Over the Christmas break I had a chance to take a few drives… If you have an hour to kill, I’d highly recommend the drive from Currumbin to Murwillumbah (via Currumbin Creek Road) Directions - Leave Currumbin – heading away from the beach taking the Currumbin Creek Road. - From Currumbin Valley keep driving toward Tomewin – following the signs to Murwillumbah. I think it’s approx 60-70km round trip You will obviously be crossing the boarder into NSW It’s a winding track. No real high speeds on the QLD side. Once you cross into NSW the road gets a little better and a few straighter sections closer to Murwillumbah. NO dirt roads… There is also a few ways to get back – Pacific H’way, or back through the hills into the Tweed. If you guys have any other ‘short drives’ let me know. Have fun, PEAR It’s not easy to find a good map on the web, but here’s a jpg that will help you. The RED section would not highlight on the route planner (NRMA Map site) Other way back… (I didn’t take the road so can’t comment)

Guys, Thanks for your comments! Very much appreciated!! I went for the SSY in the end. I had to wait about 3 weeks for delivery, but they have finally arrived. A big that’s to Robocop for the Nengun tip – I got BOTH front and rear for $209 plus delivery. Choyda, the guys at Centrax wanted too much $$ - approx $230 front and another $230 for rear. I’m sure they do a great job / provide good service, but the price difference was way too much. Hopefully getting the rotors machined later this week (for a carton of VB). Can’t wait to get the pads on. Thanks again, PEAR

is this still for sale? pm sent

I have an idea for the next Royal Children’s Hospital Christmas Appeal. After listening to b105 and hearing where the money goes, etc I feel bad that I spent more money at the petrol station than I put into the bucket… The bloody petrol companies don’t need the $$ How about we have a Massive Skyline 'Mini' Cruise - this way we could donate our PETROL money to the sick kids. This year with 100 cars and $2500 we averaged about $25 per car... Next year, we don't cruise so far (mini cruise) and we put in approx $60 per car or what you would spend on a tank of fuel… with 100 cars this could easily be $6000 It seems to be a great cause, especially at Christmas Just an idea

Had a bloody great day!! Good to see so many machines in the one place Erin and gang, thanks for your efforts – well done! I went home via Ipswich – what a mistake that was…. Nothing like driving directly into a storm from hell.

here's the contact details from the Extra story... (extra web site) Threre’s a 4.5m cover. Also a 5.7m version for larger sedans and a 6m blanket for 4-wheel drives Prices range from $420 through to just under $500. The blanket's attracting interest as protection for vehicles without cover at home or work, while on holidays or out driving. Contact Details: Name: Hail Guardian Phone: 3208 3808 Address: Email: Website: http://www.hail-guardian.com.au --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

check out 'Extra' 5.30pm Channel 9 - TODAY. new Hail Bankets - looks like an air bed that you would take camping...

ok, after a bit more searching 8500N’s look like they are more of a street pad than the SSY question still stands on why some guys go for different pads front and rear? any more comments on a supplier would be good, otherwise negun is the go! Thanks PEAR

Hi Guys, Thanks for the feedback – very helpful!! The negun tip could save me $50 on what I was quoted, very happy, thanks Robocop! more questions… I’m still thinking about the SSS - every 2nd /3rd weekend I’m driving in the hills - from Bryon Bay to Montville. It’s not anywhere near ‘track’ use, but would prefer to be a little over the top that under the mark… I’ve suffered brake fade/loss when driving in Europe – I don’t want to go there again! Ok, what’s the deal with different pads Front and back? Nathan, I didn’t see the 8500N’s listed, are they a step up from SSS? I friend of mine commented that R34 GTT has ok brakes on the front and are a little small at the rear. Is this where better rear pads play a part? Lastly, SSY and SSS, how are they on rotors? Any info, comments on this would be great. Thanks again PEAR

Hey guys, Has anyone used Endless Brake Pads? What do you think? Can anyone (that has used them) compare Endless to Bendix Advance, Freodo DS2500 or RB74s I've been looking at a few different options Endless SSM, SSS or SSY For 90% street use, I'm thinking that the Endless SSS should do the job. approx $400 - $450 for both Front and Rear (delivered) any comments would be appreciated PEAR

did anyone find anything better than $42?

I agree!!! worth the wait!! Will fit it this w/end. now I'm on the hund for a CAI box, any ideas? Thanks again BASS