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Galston to Gosford Cruise 8:30pm 17/10/2003 (Formerly Midnight cruise - Friday 17th)


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Hey guys! We've got a new cruise destination suggestion (thanks to darren :D )...

Start at about 8:30/9pm at Thornleigh Maccacs...up through galston gorge to wisemans ferrys and across the back way to gosford...then back to syd via the highway...

What do you guys think? It means an earlier start and a longer cruise, but a few people have wanted a change...plus i heard the last time you guys did this it was a good cruise...

so lets hear your comments :)

Originally posted by MRK25T

I recommend everyone have a full take before starting off, otherwise people may get grumpy if they hear the call "i need fuel" just after wisemans ferry.

GREAT piece of advise Mark :D

lets make sure every listens to it :uh-huh:

A message from our friendly cruise organiser Moanie :D

CHANGE OF PLANS!!!

Meet is now 8:30 at Thornleigh Macca's for a cruise through Galston Gorge and onto Gosford. This is a great drive for those who wish to go for a spirited drive and also a leisurely cruise.

PLEASE make sure you come with a full tank of fuel BEFORE arriving at Thornleigh.

Geeze I couldn't keep up last time we went and I was going full tilt (I thought). What are we going to do at Gosford when we arrive? Watch a car load of girls do 16 laps around the block like last time or is their a decent beach or something? Its a pretty long drive too.

Originally posted by benm

Watch a car load of girls do 16 laps around the block like last time or is their a decent beach or something?

Bring your chequered flag with you this time to indicate who win the race around the block

Hey ash! Guess what, I have had a boost leak since March, got it sorted out on sunday. I got an extra 20rwkw now..

Dunno if I am going on friday but you better throw a box of mars bars into the boot cos your 0wn3d.

I think I hear an echo... oh it's tosh :P

What's the ETA like on getting back to syd? Last time it was pretty late, I'm not sure if I'm up for the whole thing will wait and see.

is this the one that goes thru the old pacific hwy?if yes, it's a pretty long drive, last time i've been there my frd's veilside widebody supra had an accident, cost him 4k to repair!!!

i might come depends on the weather, i'll try to get my frd's "S15 GT" to come too..

SUPPRA, PM PranK, Meggala or 2rismo and they'll be able to do it for you :rofl: and no this isnt the old pacific highway.

Jimbo, you going to be on time this time mate?? :(




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