Saying hello from across the pond

weedave · 10-07-2016, 07:17

Hey folks,
Just joined up but have lurked around for a few months.

Moved to Nz 2 yrs ago and bought a 1997 2.7tdi auto "mistral"

It's treated me well and to return the favour I gave it a 2" suspension lift and some 31" A/T's. This was version 1.

Next up the body is due a 2" lift, tyres are getting changed to 32" M/t's, steering is getting beefed up, snorkel, larger air filter, wading kit, cb radio. This is version 2.

Next weekend version 2 will have a 4wheeling day out and I'll post some pics.

Look forward to spending some time around the forum and learning from info.

Regards
Dave

Monaro Pete · 10-07-2016, 07:26

How do Dave.

Welcome along. Looking forward to seeing those pics

jims-terrano · 10-07-2016, 07:42

Welcome aboard

Nice part of the world where 4x4s don't seem to be frowned upon.

Daemo · 10-07-2016, 09:21

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Originally Posted by weedave

Hey folks,
Just joined up but have lurked around for a few months.

Moved to Nz 2 yrs ago and bought a 1997 2.7tdi auto "mistral"

It's treated me well and to return the favour I gave it a 2" suspension lift and some 31" A/T's. This was version 1.

Next up the body is due a 2" lift, tyres are getting changed to 32" M/t's, steering is getting beefed up, snorkel, larger air filter, wading kit, cb radio. This is version 2.

Next weekend version 2 will have a 4wheeling day out and I'll post some pics.

Look forward to spending some time around the forum and learning from info.

Regards
Dave

Hi dave you must have moved over to nz when i moved back here, where abouts are you, i was in Te Awamutu to start then in Hamilton for 10 years, i worked for pacific aerospace for 6-7 years.

You will be enjoying rust free examples, go underneath and factory paint is still there aye

Daemo · 10-07-2016, 09:34

Where are you going wheeling on the trip, is it an organised safari or local guys going out?

I had the opportunity to move back a couple of months ago ( well still have ) but the timing isnt quite right for us at the moment, thinking i would like Tauranga or even wellington next.. Welcome to the site, are you on offroad express nz??

solarman216 · 10-07-2016, 11:14

Welcome mate and have fun, Rick

Barrbeast · 10-07-2016, 14:37

Greetings bud! Look forward to the pics

zippy656 · 10-07-2016, 14:54

Did some one say pics?

weedave · 11-07-2016, 08:09

Thanks for the warm welcome lads.

You know how the saying goes..... Pics or it didn't happen! If I can manage to keep the dashcam in place there will be a video or two.

Cheers
Dave

weedave · 11-07-2016, 08:11

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Originally Posted by Daemo

Hi dave you must have moved over to nz when i moved back here, where abouts are you, i was in Te Awamutu to start then in Hamilton for 10 years, i worked for pacific aerospace for 6-7 years.

You will be enjoying rust free examples, go underneath and factory paint is still there aye

Currently in wellington mate, yip paint stool there when I bought it, it's mud now though.

weedave · 11-07-2016, 08:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daemo

Where are you going wheeling on the trip, is it an organised safari or local guys going out?

I had the opportunity to move back a couple of months ago ( well still have ) but the timing isnt quite right for us at the moment, thinking i would like Tauranga or even wellington next.. Welcome to the site, are you on offroad express nz??

Well if you get out look me up as I'm in wellington.
The coastal tracks are good fun. Public access mon to sat.

It's a club outing to a private "fun park" called rallywoods, there's a few videos on YouTube of the terrain, it's got all you need from rocks to mud, easy tracks to simply insane tracks.

Currently not a member but I'll have a look.

Paultrol · 11-07-2016, 09:10

Morning and welcome .
I love NZ toured round in 2011 and been trying to get back ever since.

weedave · 11-07-2016, 11:20

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Originally Posted by Paultrol

Morning and welcome .
I love NZ toured round in 2011 and been trying to get back ever since.

Good morning boss, I'm lucky my job is in the skilled shortage list so I never left after my working holiday visa. Immigration gave me a 3 year visa after that and want me to apply for a residency.

makeitfit · 11-07-2016, 11:47

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Originally Posted by weedave

Good morning boss, I'm lucky my job is in the skilled shortage list so I never left after my working holiday visa. Immigration gave me a 3 year visa after that and want me to apply for a residency.

Skilled shortage you say

Where's the list ? I can do that, go on give us a job

Paultrol · 12-07-2016, 12:05

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Originally Posted by weedave

Good morning boss, I'm lucky my job is in the skilled shortage list so I never left after my working holiday visa. Immigration gave me a 3 year visa after that and want me to apply for a residency.

Yea I'm on the skilled shortage list.
I got the job offer a couple of years ago and was all set to go. Had the flights booked via USA and the RV booked for 28 day's. We were going to tour round the states while waiting for our stuff to be shipped. But then had an accident and put everything on hold. My oldest son is now starting University in September so it might be time to start the ball rolling.

10-07-2016, 07:17	#1
weedave Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: new zealand Vehicle: Terrano 2 Posts: 168	Saying hello from across the pond Hey folks, Just joined up but have lurked around for a few months. Moved to Nz 2 yrs ago and bought a 1997 2.7tdi auto "mistral" It's treated me well and to return the favour I gave it a 2" suspension lift and some 31" A/T's. This was version 1. Next up the body is due a 2" lift, tyres are getting changed to 32" M/t's, steering is getting beefed up, snorkel, larger air filter, wading kit, cb radio. This is version 2. Next weekend version 2 will have a 4wheeling day out and I'll post some pics. Look forward to spending some time around the forum and learning from info. Regards Dave

10-07-2016, 11:14	#6
solarman216 Off road maniac Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bexhill on Sea Vehicle: Y60 Patrol Me, 3 ltr Mrs Posts: 17,431	Welcome mate and have fun, Rick __________________ Ex banger racer now off road maniac Lokka on the front with manual hubs Diff lock on rear 3 inch SS straight through exhaust Manly winch bumper with 13000 lb winch 10 spike ground anchor, with multiple straps and blocks Super strong body cills capped with scaffold pole 20% stronger springs all round aggressive off road tyres on wheels so just swap. Aim to get stuck and be completely self sufficient in extraction, love getting muddy, 2ft deep is good but rare.

10-07-2016, 07:26	#2
Monaro Pete Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Nr J28 M1 Vehicle: 03 Terrano 2.7 TDi Posts: 995	How do Dave. Welcome along. Looking forward to seeing those pics

10-07-2016, 07:42	#3
jims-terrano Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 12,965	Welcome aboard Nice part of the world where 4x4s don't seem to be frowned upon.

10-07-2016, 09:34	#5
Daemo Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Northamptonshire Vehicle: Patrol y61, safari y60. Posts: 466	Where are you going wheeling on the trip, is it an organised safari or local guys going out? I had the opportunity to move back a couple of months ago ( well still have ) but the timing isnt quite right for us at the moment, thinking i would like Tauranga or even wellington next.. Welcome to the site, are you on offroad express nz??

10-07-2016, 14:37	#7
Barrbeast Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Dundee, Scotland Vehicle: 1990 4.2 SWB Safari Posts: 2,615	Greetings bud! Look forward to the pics

10-07-2016, 14:54	#8
zippy656 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Devizes Wiltshire Vehicle: Nissan Note Ntec 1.5 Posts: 14,138	Did some one say pics?

11-07-2016, 08:09	#9
weedave Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: new zealand Vehicle: Terrano 2 Posts: 168	Thanks for the warm welcome lads. You know how the saying goes..... Pics or it didn't happen! If I can manage to keep the dashcam in place there will be a video or two. Cheers Dave

11-07-2016, 09:10	#12
Paultrol Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: South east Vehicle: Patrol Posts: 403	Morning and welcome . I love NZ toured round in 2011 and been trying to get back ever since.