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Sydney 4wd show 2016
« on: October 03, 2016, 02:54:47 PM »
Will be in Sydney over the weekend of the show.
Did read the 2015 post but is was more about visiting on a Friday.

So, is it worthwhile or should I skip if.
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #1 on: October 03, 2016, 03:40:09 PM »
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So
A=  is it worthwhile
B = should I skip it.

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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #2 on: October 03, 2016, 04:01:36 PM »
It should be better than the Rosehill caravan camping show
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #3 on: October 03, 2016, 04:04:45 PM »
Well, in that case, I'll visit Bondi in the morning.
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #4 on: October 03, 2016, 04:59:50 PM »
I think it depends what you are after? There is lots to see and buy if you have the $$$. There are a few cheap items but you need an idea of prices. Plenty of discounts to be had with the big three letter companies.
2 yrs ago I got the Kaymar twin carrier to suit Landcruiser 100 for under $3k
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #5 on: October 04, 2016, 08:26:37 AM »
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #6 on: October 04, 2016, 11:37:32 AM »
Quote from: pinarelloman on October 03, 2016, 04:59:50 PM
I think it depends what you are after? There is lots to see and buy if you have the $$$. There are a few cheap items but you need an idea of prices. Plenty of discounts to be had with the big three letter companies.
2 yrs ago I got the Kaymar twin carrier to suit Landcruiser 100 for under $3k
Just looking, since I am only visiting Sydney for the day. Will be difficult taking a Kaymar with me on the plane.
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #7 on: October 04, 2016, 01:52:42 PM »
Quote from: PWE on October 04, 2016, 11:37:32 AM
Just looking, since I am only visiting Sydney for the day. Will be difficult taking a Kaymar with me on the plane.

so do the deal and pick it up down home where it's built  ;D
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #8 on: October 05, 2016, 11:40:57 AM »
Not sure if I read the web-site for the show correctly, but there are no public transport options to the show - like Brisbane or Melbourne shows.
I'll be in Sydney on foot, I have to take the train to Blacktown and then the bus. Bus stop is not near the show and the times is not 'show-friendly'
Sydney need to learn from Brisbane and Melbourne whom both have trains to their shows.

Anyway, will skip the show and go to Bondi or Cronulla
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #9 on: October 05, 2016, 11:42:15 AM »
Quote from: PWE on October 05, 2016, 11:40:57 AM
Not sure if I read the web-site for the show correctly, but there are no public transport options to the show - like Brisbane or Melbourne shows.
I'll be in Sydney on foot, I have to take the train to Blacktown and then the bus. Bus stop is not near the show and the times is not 'show-friendly'
Sydney need to learn from Brisbane and Melbourne whom both have trains to their shows.

Anyway, will skip the show and go to Bondi or Cronulla

It's a 4wd show. They assume you have transport  ;D
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #10 on: October 05, 2016, 11:46:28 AM »
So arriving on my electric power hover board will not be acceptable ;D
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #11 on: October 05, 2016, 12:06:09 PM »
Quote from: PWE on October 05, 2016, 11:46:28 AM
So arriving on my electric power hover board will not be acceptable ;D

Just put fake, blinged up wheels and muddies on the side and the knuckle draggers will never know  :cup:
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #12 on: October 05, 2016, 12:07:27 PM »
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I have to take the train to Blacktown <snip>
nobody would wish that on you...
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #13 on: October 05, 2016, 06:04:50 PM »
Quote from: PWE on October 05, 2016, 11:40:57 AM
Not sure if I read the web-site for the show correctly, but there are no public transport options to the show - like Brisbane or Melbourne shows.
I'll be in Sydney on foot, I have to take the train to Blacktown and then the bus. Bus stop is not near the show and the times is not 'show-friendly'
Sydney need to learn from Brisbane and Melbourne whom both have trains to their shows.

Anyway, will skip the show and go to Bondi or Cronulla

I have been to this type of show at the 3 states. Victoria venue at the horse track venue was good. Brisbane the only thing good about the venue is you can get the train. Otherwise it is all over the place in chook sheds, easy to miss displays if you take a wrong turn. Then when you buy the cheap engel fridge. The cheap side awning and the fishing rod you didn't need you can then easily get the train back home carrying all that gear.
But for me the standout venue is eastern creek raceway Sydney. For those that need a public transport fix you drive to the venue and park up the back and get the free shuttle bus up to the site!! I'll leave the train ride for getting to work thanks I want to drive to the venue and park amongst all those 4wds.
The Sydney venue includes the purpose built 4wd test track as used for training purposes by NSW 4WD association, well laid out in grid format displays, large marques and usually as a bonus some groups practicing on the race track or drag strip. Overall it is a most suitable venue located in the geographical centre adjacent to an east west motorway M4 and the north south motorway M7 so real easy access by car.
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #14 on: October 05, 2016, 06:09:41 PM »
Quote from: rags on October 05, 2016, 06:04:50 PM
I want to drive to the venue and park amongst all those 4wds.

Walking through that carpark is almost as interesting as the show itself.
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #15 on: October 06, 2016, 08:14:26 AM »
Quote from: PWE on October 05, 2016, 11:40:57 AM
Not sure if I read the web-site for the show correctly, but there are no public transport options to the show - like Brisbane or Melbourne shows.
I'll be in Sydney on foot, I have to take the train to Blacktown and then the bus. Bus stop is not near the show and the times is not 'show-friendly'
Sydney need to learn from Brisbane and Melbourne whom both have trains to their shows.

Anyway, will skip the show and go to Bondi or Cronulla

What area are you staying in? Maybe a swagger might pick you up and give you a lift there? If your nice, he/she might even give you a lift back.
I am going on the Friday....
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #16 on: October 06, 2016, 09:59:54 AM »
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...easy to miss displays if you take a wrong turn.
I find that at nearly every show I go to... Me and Brett found that out this year at the Show Grounds.
I guess they have to just shove people in where they can to get the money out of exhibitors... the drones will just have to put up with it.
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #17 on: October 06, 2016, 05:09:48 PM »
Thanks but I am going skip the show.
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #18 on: October 06, 2016, 06:58:31 PM »
Quote from: Joff on October 05, 2016, 06:09:41 PM
Walking through that carpark is almost as interesting as the show itself.
I reckon those car Parks should require that there's an explanation of Vehicle Mods, listed or displayed on the vehicle.
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #19 on: October 07, 2016, 12:02:16 PM »
Quote from: Cruiser 105Tvan on October 06, 2016, 06:58:31 PM
I reckon those car Parks should require that there's an explanation of Vehicle Mods, listed or displayed on the vehicle.

you get the whole spectrum of mods in those car parks; from the ingenious to the positively absurd
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #20 on: October 07, 2016, 02:24:09 PM »
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I reckon those car Parks should require that there's an explanation of Vehicle Mods, listed or displayed on the vehicle.

For theft it would be nice, would act like a shopping list....
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #21 on: October 07, 2016, 03:01:40 PM »
Quote from: Ben.Archer on October 07, 2016, 02:24:09 PM
For theft it would be nice, would act like a shopping list....
I was thinking the other way, RTA inspectors walking up and down the car park noting number plates for future harassment.
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #22 on: October 07, 2016, 03:09:24 PM »
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For theft it would be nice, would act like a shopping list....

its quite common...
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #23 on: October 09, 2016, 07:00:10 PM »
Will be heading down to have a look at a few CTs. Just need to make sure I don't get too carried away, must do more research before I purchase!
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Re: Sydney 4wd show 2016
« Reply #24 on: October 15, 2016, 04:45:17 PM »
Purchased a few items, ARB twin compressor $90 off, Tow Pro Elite $50 off and a few other items....
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