Post by: duncandonuts on August 15, 2015, 05:52:56 PM
Post by: Jimmy01 on August 16, 2015, 07:31:37 AM
Post by: JusyApples on August 16, 2015, 08:18:11 AM
Post by: duncandonuts on August 16, 2015, 02:54:47 PM
Cheers mate, you got a link to a catalogue or something?
Catalogue is not online yet. Only in the store catalogues at the moment.
Post by: Jakster1 on August 16, 2015, 03:05:39 PM
What's their gear like?
You will get what you pay for, and their gear is priced accordingly.
Pretty well just another batch of cheap, imported gear same as what is available on eBay everyday of the week.
I suppose it all depends on where you go, how it will be used and how often it gets used. If it's for bling factor then yeah it's good value.
No I don't have any, and I personally wouldn't buy the critical gear from there, straps, shackles, winch, compressor... but their simple stuff is probably on par with the rest of the junk on the market.
Post by: champin on August 16, 2015, 05:17:17 PM
Post by: Stewart on August 16, 2015, 05:24:20 PM
Post by: Watty2975 on August 16, 2015, 05:56:39 PM
Never been disappointed with the quality. Gear has always been beyond expectation.
Post by: Nomad on August 16, 2015, 06:01:43 PM
You will get what you pay for, and their gear is priced accordingly.
Pretty well just another batch of cheap, imported gear same as what is available on eBay everyday of the week.
I suppose it all depends on where you go, how it will be used and how often it gets used. If it's for bling factor then yeah it's good value.
No I don't have any, and I personally wouldn't buy the critical gear from there, straps, shackles, winch, compressor... but their simple stuff is probably on par with the rest of the junk on the market.
Interesting comment from someone who professes not to have any.............
Post by: Jakster1 on August 16, 2015, 06:29:18 PM
It is gear that comes from China, and we all know too well the debate of China produced products. Some are good, some are rubbish, and the cheap stuff, well you can make up your own mind about it's quality and robustness.
However, I have had more than one experience of saving a bit of coin by buying cheap and relatively unknown quality goods which go great for a year or two then goto use it and she's cactus. This is no good for me as I like to travel to remote places where you may or may not come across other people and there is little to no phone reception and I NEED proven reliable gear. That's is why I am prepared to pay more for proven quality equipment.
As I have said before, the quality probably is adequate for many users. Depends on your situation and usage.
Post by: champin on August 16, 2015, 06:45:13 PM
Just my opinion and opinions are like R soles. Everyone has one, and they all stink.
Post by: Jakster1 on August 16, 2015, 06:53:09 PM
Let me put it like this.
Buy a Great Wall, don't expect a landcruiser.....
(No I don't drive a landcruiser)
Post by: Mrs smith on August 16, 2015, 07:08:16 PM
Post by: Nomad on August 16, 2015, 07:12:21 PM
I have also met and done business with some of the higher up people in Aldi, CFO, Head of Real Estate etc etc, and they are very demanding of their suppliers.
I think I would rather buy a winch from Aldi than some no name ebay seller.........true it may not work if I need to go and use it, but at least I would have a reasonable chance at getting my money back.
I am also no great believer in the quality of ARB or TJM after listening to some of the sales diatribe from their operations guys. Lets face it, look at the comparative prices for ARB in Australia as opposed to the US............do you really think you're buying a top quality winch when its half the price from the US and it still needs to go and get rebuilt by Mal Leslie to make it reasonably waterproof.
:cheers:
Post by: evolution on August 16, 2015, 08:48:50 PM
I had an aldi winch for 3years and it did eventually die.
I never serviced it, never cleaned it and worked flawlessly until I accidentally shorted out the solenoid.
Would I buy one again.... Don't know, would I buy an awning again? Yes definitely. Just be aware if you want an awning be in line half an hour before the store opens.
Cheers
Nick
Post by: edz on August 17, 2015, 07:36:11 AM
Just be aware if you want an awning, be in line half an hour before the store opens.That will get you a spot about half way across the carpark usualy at our local store, If you ever managed to get close to the door, its like a Boxing day sales stampede .. ;D
Post by: GUEY on August 17, 2015, 08:12:34 AM
https://www.catalogueau.com/aldi/aldi-special-buys-week-34-2015-clothing-and-tools/10/ (https://www.catalogueau.com/aldi/aldi-special-buys-week-34-2015-clothing-and-tools/10/)
https://www.catalogueau.com/aldi/aldi-special-buys-week-34-2015-clothing-and-tools/8/ (https://www.catalogueau.com/aldi/aldi-special-buys-week-34-2015-clothing-and-tools/8/)
https://www.catalogueau.com/aldi/aldi-special-buys-week-34-2015-clothing-and-tools/11/ (https://www.catalogueau.com/aldi/aldi-special-buys-week-34-2015-clothing-and-tools/11/)
Post by: #jonesy on August 17, 2015, 08:16:13 AM
I've bought some Aldi stuff that was great and some absolute rubbish. I have a cheap Aldi ski helmet I won't be using again. Not because it is rubbish, but because it worked. Saved my life this weekend when I fell over a steep embankment and slid headfirst for a few metres before coming to a stop when the helmet wedged under a fallen tree trunk.
The awning looks like it would suit my needs, but not sure if standing around waiting is worth the effort.
Post by: Robbo on August 17, 2015, 06:49:03 PM
https://www.aldi.com.au/en/special-buys/special-buys-sat-22-aug/sat-detail-wk34/ps/p/roof-racks-or-roof-tray/ (https://www.aldi.com.au/en/special-buys/special-buys-sat-22-aug/sat-detail-wk34/ps/p/roof-racks-or-roof-tray/)
Post by: heath74 on August 17, 2015, 07:58:50 PM
Post by: whitey on August 18, 2015, 06:05:37 PM
Post by: dales133 on August 18, 2015, 07:18:33 PM
Theres an ap for that
Catalogue is not online yet. Only in the store catalogues at the moment.
Aldi stuff ive found is pretty good on the whole and as they are close and cheap thier my first port of call for the basics.
As evwryone does i buy spontainious crap all the time.
If you have an eye for quality then youll do alright at aldi,if you dont youll buy Shit that breaks everywhere
Post by: cruiserv8 on August 20, 2015, 02:59:41 PM
When I was looking at winches I got quoted about $3500 and then the install cost on top for the Warn Zeon 12,000lb on my 100 series. The aldi winch is $399 (no install)
You could buy 1 aldi winch every two years- of course it doesnt account for the installation each time though.
theres a thread on 4x4earth.com.au that looks into the warrantees of various winches etc. there was some surprising comments there
I bought the 12000lb Ironman in the end
Post by: wakychapmans on August 20, 2015, 03:52:32 PM
theres a thread on 4x4earth.com.au that looks into the warrantees of various winches etc. there was some surprising comments there
very interesting reading... http://4x4earth.com/forum/index.php?threads/winch-warrantys-who-to-support-and-when-to-walk.25959/ (http://4x4earth.com/forum/index.php?threads/winch-warrantys-who-to-support-and-when-to-walk.25959/)
Post by: duncandonuts on August 23, 2015, 02:31:56 PM
Post by: Colmano on August 23, 2015, 03:50:12 PM
Post by: ATC on August 23, 2015, 04:59:05 PM
I indulged in a set of 'canvas style' 4x4 seat covers - but upon opening them up, they look, feel and smell crap - they state air bag compatible, but I wouldn't risk my family's wellbeing on them...straight back for a refund on Monday...
Yeh, I looked at them as well, but Canvas Style isn't quite Canvas.
I didn't even put them in the trolley.
Did buy 2 sets of the locking tracks for the back of the ute.
Post by: tk421 on August 23, 2015, 05:39:21 PM
I indulged in a set of 'canvas style' 4x4 seat covers - but upon opening them up, they look, feel and smell crap - they state air bag compatible, but I wouldn't risk my family's wellbeing on them...straight back for a refund on Monday...
I tried some of their old style canvas ones, but they didn't fit the Prado and ripped when I tried to fit them... They took them back now questions asked.
I bought a set of their neoprene ones this time, but am waiting to try and fit them as the cars been away from the weekend
Post by: cruiserv8 on August 25, 2015, 12:38:36 PM
There is a bit of weight in the compressor- I can see how 4x4s and campers etc get close to their towing limit
Post by: outbackogre on August 25, 2015, 05:32:23 PM
I bought a compressor, 4x4 mats and a trunk protector
There is a bit of weight in the compressor- I can see how 4x4s and campers etc get close to their towing limit
Yeah, the compressors draw a fair bit of current too, but they do pump up tyres very quickly.
Post by: RichardW on August 26, 2015, 06:25:37 AM
Only issues I had was there were only 6 attachment bolts in the kit when you really need at least 8 to follow the instruction and the nylex nuts were missing which were replaced from another pack with no problems.
Due to my roof rack/basket setup I used ubolts to fasten the angle brackets, to which the awning is attached, to the roof rack.
Also the awning rope locking screw on the track was right in front of the horizontal pole location hole making it difficult to insert.
All in all the quality of the materials seems OK for the price.
Post by: loanrangie on August 26, 2015, 09:07:31 PM
Read the manual and it said it had an ISO which i thought should plug straight in to my factory loom.
Got it home and found that it has an ISO compatible loom with bare wires on the end which is not so plug n play, going to take it back and go to supercheap and get a Fusion mechless head unit for an extra $9.