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Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« on: December 03, 2012, 04:57:25 PM »
A local is setting up this by the look of it:




Checked out the Spree website;

Dry Hitch Weight:               700kg
Unloaded Vehicle Weight:  3300kg.

Colorado GVM 2900kg.
Tare                1800kg.

I will be on the lookout 4 it when travelling.
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #1 on: December 03, 2012, 06:54:54 PM »
You would hardly know it was on the back  8)
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #2 on: December 03, 2012, 07:06:01 PM »
Mmmmmmm. I agree. Think that Colorado may be a little under equipped. Usually see those things hanging off the back of a F250 or similar.
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #3 on: December 03, 2012, 08:15:21 PM »
I think someone posted photos of that or one very similar stuck up the high country trying to cross a creek
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #4 on: December 03, 2012, 09:04:22 PM »
Yeah, that was a twin cab with a big dual axle van on the back. I remember that one. I think D4D posted it.

This thing hasnt hit the road yet, the Spree arrived two or so weeks ago, backed into the driveway  by a much bigger tug. The Colorado is currently undergoing turntable fitment. It hasnt fired a shot in anger yet.  It may bottom out on the gutter!

I will watch with interest.  I will also pull over if it passes going in the other directon  ;D

That being said, its a great looking unit, with pull out sides for more internal space.  It would look nice behind a 250 or Dodge Ram.
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #5 on: December 03, 2012, 09:39:44 PM »
Quote from: Mace on December 03, 2012, 09:04:22 PM
Yeah, that was a twin cab with a big dual axle van on the back. I remember that one. I think D4D posted it.

This thing hasnt hit the road yet, the Spree arrived two or so weeks ago, backed into the driveway  by a much bigger tug. The Colorado is currently undergoing turntable fitment. It hasnt fired a shot in anger yet.  It may bottom out on the gutter!

I will watch with interest.  I will also pull over if it passes going in the other directon  ;D
Have video camera running when it drives out Will win you funniest home vids for the year
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« Reply #6 on: December 03, 2012, 09:43:43 PM »
Quote from: Lost on December 03, 2012, 09:39:44 PM
Have video camera running when it drives out Will win you funniest home vids for the year

Yeah I'll say. Just seems like it is destined to fail this one ?? Lol
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #7 on: December 04, 2012, 10:35:13 AM »
he should get massively good fuel economy with that wall hes towing..

what about brakes, and clutch ??
What bout a cross wind? or head wind? he'll go backwards

Can you find out when he is leaving, we could make a myswag trip out of it.
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #8 on: December 04, 2012, 02:08:36 PM »
But the Holden dealer told me that the new Colorado's are rated to 3.5ton towing capacity - that's 200kg more than I need for this.

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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #9 on: December 04, 2012, 02:44:24 PM »
Just seen in town.

LARGE,Oleander extremely Large double decker bus, real fancy looking, double rear axles, towing equally large enclosed trailer.

It was a behemoth of a set up.

Seen south west WA, Queensland number plate. Goodness knows how they've driven that halfway round oz, didnt look like it would fit under many cross road power lines,
Seeing Australia in comfort and style, wouldn't have thought thats bus would get too many places....
Wondered what was. In the trailer....
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #10 on: December 04, 2012, 08:48:34 PM »
Quote from: Matto on December 04, 2012, 02:08:36 PM
But the Holden dealer told me that the new Colorado's are rated to 3.5ton towing capacity - that's 200kg more than I need for this.

Cheers!
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yep and thats with 1 person and less than half a tank of fuel!!!
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #11 on: December 04, 2012, 09:00:09 PM »
Did you count the 100kg turntable attached to the tray?
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #12 on: December 04, 2012, 09:13:55 PM »
Quote from: Mace on December 04, 2012, 09:00:09 PM
Did you count the 100kg turntable attached to the tray?
have you spoken to this "person/Alien" yet?
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« Reply #13 on: December 04, 2012, 09:40:25 PM »
No, I live very close.  Perhaps too close.  Ive been running thru my head how to approach the subject with him without appearing to be a "smart arse" neighbour.  They have  only moved in during the last 3 months.  If I had met them before the rig arrived I would be more comfortable with sauntering over and having a look.

As it is (Im known to call a spade a spade) Im struggling with this one.  ???
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #14 on: December 04, 2012, 09:44:11 PM »
Perhaps go over and suggest they have a look on MySwag for destination ideas.

Then leave it to Lost to sort them out  ;D

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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #15 on: December 04, 2012, 09:51:51 PM »
Quote from: Mace on December 04, 2012, 09:40:25 PM
No, I live very close.  Perhaps too close.  Ive been running thru my head how to approach the subject with him without appearing to be a "smart arse" neighbour.  They have  only moved in during the last 3 months.  If I had met them before the rig arrived I would be more comfortable with sauntering over and having a look.

As it is (Im known to call a spade a spade) Im struggling with this one.  ???
say it as it is...

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« Reply #16 on: December 04, 2012, 09:59:53 PM »
Yeah, I like both those ideas  ;D

I plan to spend a bit of time in the front yard this weekend and saunter over if I see some action.  At the minumum, I mite  get to check out a nice rig before I get thrown of the premises!

Stay tuned, consider it a mission!

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« Reply #17 on: December 04, 2012, 10:07:28 PM »
Quote from: Mace on December 04, 2012, 09:59:53 PM
Yeah, I like both those ideas  ;D

I plan to spend a bit of time in the front yard this weekend and saunter over if I see some action.  At the minumum, I mite  get to check out a nice rig before I get thrown of the premises!

Stay tuned, consider it a mission!
get some better photos.. and try not to laugh too hard!
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« Reply #18 on: December 06, 2012, 04:48:20 PM »
Maybe he knows this bloke.

Spotted at BP Chinderah yesterday.

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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #19 on: December 06, 2012, 04:56:57 PM »
Quote from: hainess on December 06, 2012, 04:48:20 PM
Maybe he knows this bloke.
Well, that answers the "how can I take my boat AND my plastic patio furniture AND my caravan" question...

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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #20 on: December 06, 2012, 05:00:16 PM »
Quote from: hainess on December 06, 2012, 04:48:20 PM
Maybe he knows this bloke.

Spotted at BP Chinderah yesterday.

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oh I cant wait to watch him get that trailer and boat off there..
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #21 on: December 06, 2012, 05:12:33 PM »
Quote from: Lost on December 06, 2012, 05:00:16 PM
oh I cant wait to watch him get that trailer and boat off there..

Clearly what we can't see is the forklift being towed behind the caravan to get the boat down.    :D :D
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #22 on: December 06, 2012, 05:27:56 PM »
Easy launch.....just reverse the ute into the water till the boat floats.

Just hope he remembers to unhitch the caravan first....  ;D
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« Reply #23 on: December 06, 2012, 05:29:36 PM »
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Just hope he remembers to unhitch the caravan first....  ;D
I knew I was doing it wrong.
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Re: Not shure about this: Spree 5th wheeler.
« Reply #24 on: December 06, 2012, 06:01:14 PM »
Quote from: hainess on December 06, 2012, 04:48:20 PM
Maybe he knows this bloke.

Spotted at BP Chinderah yesterday.

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Spotted a bloke doing just the same  but didnt have a shutter box at hand  >:D
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