February 2004 - Melbourne Jeep Owners Club (MJOC)

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The Official Magazine of the Melbourne Jeep Owners Club — Jan/Feb 2004
Just dreaming—LWB Wrangler
One day maybe?
Now this is really dreaming
KEY PARTNER
NATIONAL
JEEP JAMBOREE
VICTORIA 2004
www.jeepjamboree.com.au
© Copyright 2004 Melbourne Jeep Owners Club— Page 1
Jan/Feb 2004
As mentioned above, trip leaders are
required for the Jamboree in October
next year. So we are starting our trip
leader program now.
If you would like to run a trip or three
at the Jamboree please contact Ian
Fletcher 0418 335 630 or
[email protected]
and register your interest.
JAMBOREE WEBSITE
Jamboree Registrations Go Online
Jambo Web Site A Hit
www.jeepjamboree.com
The Jeep Jamboree registration form
went online at 8.30pm on Wednesday
11th November 2003.
Within the first 24hrs the registration
page of the website alone had 258
unique visitors. 218 users
downloaded the Jeep Jamboree registration form.
The site itself is getting an average of
50 unique visits a day. Not bad. It will
be interesting to see how many of
these return the form and
payment and how quickly.
The Jeep Jamboree has a special
designated, official website.
Go and check it out at
NEW MEMBERS
New members are required to complete the MJOC Driver Training program or show documentary proof of
completing a similar course prior to
attending club trips.
354288 or Ian Fletcher 0418 335 630
if you can help out.
We get ‘em dirty’ Magazine is your
magazine. To ensure that we have
an interesting magazine each
month we need your input.
We need your articles, poems, bush
cooking recipes, tips on Jeep modifications, Member and Vehicle profiles,
Trip Reports, Jokes, any snippets that
you think will make an interesting
read.
If we all contribute something once
per year we will fill the magazine easily.
MJOC CHRISTMAS RAFFLE
PRIZE - ARB RECOVERY KIT
ARB is the second largest supplier of
4WD goods and accessories to
MJOC members (after Chrysler
Jeep). The company is well known to
MJOC Club Meetings
our Club and enjoys an excellent
We have our monthly general meetreputation.
ings on the last Tuesday of each
Members will recall that last year
month. They are held at 7.30 pm at
the Dendy Park Bowls Club Rooms, ARB generously donated to our Club
Breene Drive, Dendy Park, Brighton 2 full Recovery Kits - complete with
(off Dendy Street). Melway Reference snatch strap, towing strap, tree protector, pulley blocks, shackles and
Map 77 B2
leather gloves. Each Recovery Kit is
We have a BBQ, Snacks, coffee or
valued at over $400.
Tea, Raffles with some great prizes
The Committee decided to keep one
and many regular Guest Speakers.
Wandin Park
of the kits for use in Club Driver
Come along and join in the fun!
Training courses and offer the second
Sunday 15th Feb
as a special prize in the Christmas
Volunteers needed to set up on Sat Raffle. Raffle tickets were sold over 3
urday and for more people to man the MAGAZINE CONTENT
monthly meetings and raised more
display and pack up on Sunday
We have the first magazine in quite than $450 for the Club.
The raffle was drawn by Heather
a while, but….
Contact trip coordinator if you can
Kelly at the Christmas Rally and BBQ
help on either day please
We need more. This is a big job that held at the Club's 4WD training complex at Omaru Jeep Adventure Park,
Grant Jones 97426668 0419346896 will get even bigger as the club
Kilmore. The prize winner was Nick
grows.
or email: [email protected]
Pantelios, who is delighted to be the
We need somebody to research and new owner of an ARB Recovery Kit.
CLUB TRIPS REQUIRED IN
gather Jeep stories, photos, and for- Our thanks to Paul Anderson, VictoJAMBOREE AREA
rian Sales Manager - ARB Corporaward electronically to the editor.
MJOC club members wishing to run
tion for the generous donation to our
Somebody
to
take
over
as
permanent
club trips are encouraged to concenClub.
editor
with
a
team
of
helpers.
trate on the Jamboree area in the
Come
on
all
you
budding
journalists,
next few months. As we need heaps
writers, story tellers, poets, PhD's,
of trip leaders at the Jamboree it
etc.
makes sense to run as many club
The magazine is currently produced
trips in the area as possible. We
in Microsoft Publisher and converted
need all trip ratings from really easy
to Adobe PDF for downloading from
to extreme and all in between, so
the website. If we can obtain better
come on have a go.
software program such as Adobe Illustrator or similar it would also make
TRIP LEADERS FOR JAMBOlife easier.
REE
Please contact John Jefferies 0418
Jan/Feb 2004
MELBOURNE CUP W/E
NOV'03
Saturday 0830 - Seven cars departed
Mackas at Lilydale following our brekkie
of bacon and egg McMuffins.We
headed up to Mansfield, via Bonniedoon, stopping on the way for Robyn to
show us an old railway tunnel, which we
drove through. We saw parts of the
Mansfield festival enjoying a bakery
lunch and then refuelling the jeeps.
Heading up towards Mt. Buller it started
to rain. We headed along the Circuit
Road around Mt Stirling, seeing our first
glimpses of snow on the road, nature
providing us with good photo opportunities. Then we descended down the
Black Landing track, hit the mud,
melted snow and rain; great, a chance
to put the jeeps into 4WD. Down we
went to the King River, crossing it into
Pineapple Flat, a magical spot. Ross
did his usual trick and got splashed by
the jeeps as they crossed the river; the
things we do for a photo opportunity.
We set up camp. Wazza and Geoff with
the trusty Club chain saw braved the
elements to supply firewood. Luckily we
had the club tarp, where we all spent
the night cooking and watching the fire
through the rain.
Sunday - We drove out along the King
Basin Road to Craig's Hut with its panoramic views and a bonus it was snowing. On the road again,up the Burnt Top
and Wild Horse Gap tracks, stopping for
another photo shoot at Dandongadale
falls, with water cascading down the
mountainside. Next stop Lake Cobbler
for lunch. This is a a made lake to be
used for water in any bushfire emergency. Onto the Cobbler Lake track and
the staircase, a rocky outcrop of steps,
which the jeeps had to navigate to the
bottom and guess what we all made it
without any technical difficulties. After
lots of river crossings, mud and the
gathering of firewood, we arrived back
at camp. Wazza and Greta went fishing,
catching a trout for JJ's breakfast.
Monday - Packed up our gear then
headed out along the Westons and
Mine Creek tracks, stopping on No.3
road, at Refuse Hut to consult the map.
Beautiful views all the way. Then down
Cambatong road and Buttercup Jeep
tracks. Mansfield was the refuel stop,
just in time to watch the Melbourne Cup
at the local garage. The Maindample
Hotel was our last chance for a drink
together before heading back to Melbourne. A good weekend was had by
all, including the jeeps!
Wombat State Forest
November 8th 2003
Attendees:
Paul, Heather, Nathan and Lee Kelly –
TJ Wrangler
Glen and Emily Hayse – XJ Cherokee
Wayne and Pam Watson – ZG Grand
Limited
Oliver Spiess – TJ Wrangler
Peter Howard and Gary Cruickshank –
XJ Cherokee
Paul, Robin and Jarod Phillipi – XJ
Cherokee
last year it was bone dry…… The kids
spent a bit of time skipping stones etc,
before we headed off again, across the
Greendale/Blackwood Road into the
Wombat Forest.
Up Matties Track for the first photos
coming through a fairly large water/mud
hole, but no assistance required. On to
a great little track nearby, which has a
very steep descent, some mud and water at the bottom, then another steep
climb out. This is very tricky in the wet,
but with a mostly dry exit, no one had to
have a second attempt.
On towards Paradise Track, my favourite. We had lunch at the bottom of Paradise in a lovely clearing, and soaked up
the sun. The kids went exploring, and
found a mountain of sawdust from the
old wood milling days. Someone suggested there may be an old guy with a
Triton workbench making toothpicks
there, but he wasn’t to be found!
We went and had a look at Paradise,
which is very rutted and uphill. It looks
daunting, but when you have been
there as much as I have, you know the
technique! Keeping the right wheel in
the biggest rut is the best way up, and
we all got through without any problems. Again, it would be a different story
in the wet! After the rutted section, there
are a number of rock steps to climb,
and slow and steady is the best way up
these.
With great weather forecast, we met at
Melton McDonalds between 8.30 and
9am for a fun day through the Wombat
State Forest. We had the side and rear
windows out of the TJ, so we were hop- We continued on through the forest,
and towards Daylesford. We found a
ing the dust wasn’t going to be too
great little track which I haven’t been on
thick!!
before, which had lots of fairly deep waI was glad to see that everyone had de- ter holes. Discretion took over on a couple of occasions as we skirted the
cent all terrains and mud tyres, so I
deepest holes, although Paul Phillipi did
changed my plans a little, to include a
come back for a couple of looks, but
couple of challenging sections.
decided against it.
We headed up towards
Gisborne, picking up Peter
and Gary on the way, and
headed into the Lerderderg
Gorge for some easy
tracks (XL Track and Amblers Lane) and stopped
and had morning tea
where Amblers Lane fords
the Lerderderg River.
While it was only about 8
inches deep, at least it was
flowing nicely – this time
We emerged at Jubilee Lake at about
3.30pm, and lined up for a group photo.
I hope everyone enjoyed themselves as
much as we did! We had to head off
fairly quickly to get to a 40th birthday
party, so left the others to have a chat
and a look around.
All in all a great day. Thanks to all those
who attended!
Paul Kelly
Jan/Feb 2004
Bevilles
What a fantastic spring day for a 4WD trip, low 20’s and
sunny. A group consisting of two Wranglers, Three XJ
Cherokees and a Grand Cherokee set off on the dusty
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trails. Not much of the Lergerderg State Park is open to
vehicles these days but we had a pleasant drive on a couple of tracks and stopped by the river for morning tea.
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This spot by the river is also a great camping spot I’d like
The Melbourne Jeep Owners Club
to visit another time. We then proceeded into the Wombat
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State Forest and yet more dust. I was surprised at how
dry the area was considering the rainfall in Melbourne in
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recent weeks. It wasn’t long before we encountered our
first challenging track, first it was steep and rocky, then it
was muddy and rutted with a significant detour around a
very deep boghole. Not much further Paul took us down
another great track that was short and steep down to a
creek and steep out, if it was a wet day we would have
been there a lot longer. On to our lunch spot near an old
sawmill site. There was a 2 metre high and several metres
wide pile of sawdust from the milling that occurred there
many years ago, but I could see no sign of the old mill.
After lunch we immediately encountered possibly the best
track of the day. It involved negotiating muddy ruts over a
creek, up a very deeply rutted hill then, near the top, a
rocky section where choosing the correct line was needed.
It was a great opportunity to put into practice techniques
learnt at the club training ground. After more pleasant
driving though the forest, past recently logged areas,
through some more muddy sections, we encountered the
last challenge for the day. This was another section of
track that had muddy rutted sections and at least two bog- 3AK BIG COUNTRY 4x4 Program.
holes that, after checking them out with a stick, we decided
to take the detour. Finally a climb up to the bitumen just
Listen in to the 4x4 Big Country program on
out of Daylesford and on to a pleasant stop for afternoon
Saturday mornings at 10.00 AM.
tea by the lake at about 3:30pm. Thanks to the Kelly’s for
a great day trip.
Bevilles Jewellers
are also a proud sponsor of
Jeep Jamboree Victoria 2004
Paul, Robin and Jarod.
You will most likely hear Glenn Night…. and Pete
Dwyer (Telstat) talking to our very own Paul Kelly
from MJOC about the Jamboree and other MJOC
activities. Last Saturday morning 10/10/03 they
had Mr. Brad Fitzsimmonds from Chrysler Jeep
Australia in the studio talking about the sponsorship for the National Jeep Jamboree Victoria 2004
event. You could win a great prize in one of
Glenn’s competitions. Make sure you listen in too!
TALK 1116 Radio 3AK is on the AM
band, just near that other talk station
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HIGH COUNTRY ADVENTURE – JAN 2004
Saturday—Day 1
Pakenham Maccas was the launch
pad for the first trip in 2004. Eight vehicles and twelve people headed for
the high country via Moe where the
final top up of fuel occurred. The next
stop was Rawson for morning tea
where the ninth vehicle caught up to
us. That increased the people numbers to fourteen. Walhalla was the
next stop for lunch and then it was
the bush. Copper Mine Hotel at Coopers Creek was the next point of interest. Originally the pub was built in
1880 at the time when copper was
discovered in the area. There was a
substantial mining operation back in
those days with a population to
match. Evidence suggests that there
were no ecological sustainability
rules in place back then as some of
the hillside is still denuded and
probably will be for quite some time.
The original pub was burnt down and
has been replaced by new old style
building with plenty of memorabilia in
it. It’s really worth a look and of
course we had the obligatory thirst
quencher. There are camping facilities there but we moved on.
It wasn’t long before we encountered
our first river crossing and shortly afterwards our second and third crossings. It was the same river, the
Thompson I think. The third crossing
wreaked a little havoc amongst our
crew. One car filled its air cleaner
with water causing it to stall. Luckily a
bit of a cleanout and dry soon got it
mobile again. Two other cars got water in their headlights, causing dimness but no further problems. We
had a look at the Thompson Dam; it
was about 43% full. Somewhere in
and around here we crossed the
Aberfeldy River.
The tracks after that were steep,
rocky and dusty. In no particular order we traversed Beardmores, CMF
and North tracks.
We were aiming to arrive at the Macalister River around 4.30pm to set up
camp for the night. We didn’t get
there until after 7pm. One of the
tracks was a doozie. From the river I
think there were about a dozen
switchbacks straight up the side of
some mountain, a vertical height of
300+ metres. It was a real zig zag
track where we had to do two or
three point turns at each switchback.
The day was reasonably warm and
the engines were working fairly hard.
We had three cases of boiling radiators. One needed quite a bit of attention between that point and our final
resting point for the night. It kept boiling and causing consternation between the troops. Level heads prevailed determining air blockages
were the problems and draining was
the solution. From there on it was
plain sailing to camp along Williamson’s Spur, North East, Black Range
and Burgoyne’s Tracks.
Tents were erected, fire wood collected and the usual banter continued for some time interspersed with
the odd gargle. A good night was had
by all.
Sunday—Day 2
Beautiful morning, warm, the cicadas
singing loudly and the Macalister
River running not too far away, what
more could you want. Most people
went for a splash to freshen up, it
was great. We hit the trails again a
little later than planned and the rain
started spitting around 11am. The
tracks again were rather awesome,
requiring good positioning of wheels
to avoid sharp rocks, pot holes, ruts
and more importantly steep drop-offs.
There was some spectacular scenery
around this area even though the rain
started to get a bit heavier. The
tracks we travelled on today included
Burgoyne (another one) and some
others I have forgotten, sorry. One of
the tracks provided a magnificent
view down the valley with the Macalister River in it. We moved on and
had lunch around 1.30pm on an off
shoot of Mt Hump Track at a height
of 897 metres before heading down
to Licola. The weather had really
closed in and the idea of pitching
camp in these conditions wasn’t all
that favourable. Consensus had it
that the team should head down Mt
Margaret Track to the cosiness of
Licola where a bunkhouse was hired
for the night.
Two vehicles headed to Melbourne,
one for work on Monday and the
other for repairs.
The trip to this point had been eventful, sociable and very spectacular. I
hope it continues that way for the
next week or so.
Geoff Miller
Monday - Day 3
We (Lynne and John Harrison) arrived in Licola at approx 10:45am, to
be greeted by a "?? rested and refreshed" group who had shared a
bunkhouse quarters on Sunday night.
The spirits and enthusiasm were not
diminished by any disturbed sleep
pattern however; so, with the arrival
of Paul Phillipi and son Jarrod a little
later, we were all eager to set off.
Just after noon, in bright sunshine,
the convoy of nine vehicles rolled out
of Licola heading towards the Alpine
National Park to tackle the 35 kms
trek to our magic camp site.
Following Black Gully Track, we enjoyed 2 hours of climbing, dipping,
jolting, rattling and bumping; (OH! the
joys of 4 wheel driving!!!) whilst, at
the same time, experiencing many
fantastic vistas as we proceeded
deeper into the mountainous forest.
After a relaxed lunch at the junction
of the Caledonia and Macalister rivers; Bill rounded up the troops again
for the final leg down to the Macalister river site; which we reached at
about 3pm, right on schedule.
Everyone quickly had their tents up
and were ready for the serious business of eating, drinking an yarning
round the camp fire.
Tuesday - Day 4
Some 15 mins after our departure at
9:30m, we turned right into the challenging Butcher Country Track which
was to lead us into the remote Wonnangatta/Moroka National Park. By
11:15am, having traversed a gruelling 11 kms, we were pleased to stop
for a 15 min tea break.
Continuing along Butcher Country
Track we covered another 1 kms of
winding, plunging, narrow mountain
track before lunch at 1:00pm.all vehicles and drivers coping with the conditions in admirable fashion. Some
heat gauges creeping up being the
only cause for concern.
By 1:45pm, we were ready to push
on to the famed Wonnangatta Station. We travelled 6 km in the next 30
mins along the Wonnangatta Track to
reach the Zeka Spur Track. Only 34
km of steep descent to our destination.
By 4pm, we were unpacked, set up
and ready for the usual firewood collection exercise. This done, it was
time to explore this historic and
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Jan/Feb 2004
unique oasis high in the Alpine Country surrounded by lofty peaks.
Of great interest were the old Bryce
Family Homestead, refuge hut and
cemetary. Of course, the infamous
"Widow Maker" provoked much attention. This track, which is now
closed, has claimed more than a few
lives.
The story goes - A honeymoon couple attempting to conquer the peak
fell into dispute. The young woman
refused to continue and jumped from
the vehicle. Her new husband however, persisted in the foolhardy attempt; soon to plunge to his death hence the name.
Wednesday - Day 5
The target his day was the historic
old gold mining town of Talbotville
some 30kms distant. The remains of
a small orchard - a few cherry plum
and quince trees being almost the
only indication of the existance of this
once thriving settlement.
Shortly after leaving Wonnangatta
Station at 10:25am the Hummfray
River Track led us onto the Wombat
Range Track; the steeper alternative
Hearn Spur Track having been rejected. A further 5 kms we passed
the point at which Hearn Spur Track
looped back.
Making good time, we reached the
"T" junction. Right to Eagle Vale. Left
to Cynthia Range Track. The latter
took us to another left turn onto Station Track which took us down past
the helipad and old racecourse to
Talbotville on the Crooked River,
where Jan and Ross McGarvie were
awaiting our arrival. At this point, it
was time for Norm Taylor and David
Sincic to reluctantly head back to
Melbourne.
After a late lunch at 1:40pm a short
trip to Grant, another abandoned
mining town, yet again demonstrated
the grit and determination, ingenuity
and innovative abilities of the heroic
pioneering men and women who developed this amazing and wonderful
remote area.
There was time for a refreshing dip in
the river; then John Harrison and
Glenn Hayse attended to our firewood needs. John ('The Axe")
quickly had a very welcome fire blazing.
Despite the showers and cold wind,
everyone enjoyed a meal and some
camp fire chatter. However, the elements won out and an early night became necessary.
Around midnight a fierce wind storm
and driving rain played havoc with
John and Lynne's protective tarps;
and severely dampened the bedding
of Glenn and his daughter Emily.
On hearing the commotion, JJ
sprang out of his tent to check and
scene and ensure all was well. By
about 1:30am, everyone was back in
slumberland albeit some of us a little
cold and wet.
Thursday - Day 6
Dawned bright and dry. Gear was
dried and packed by 9:15am, at
which time, retiring leader Bill Graafsma and incoming leader John Jefferies pored over the maps to plot the
morning's drive to take us to the
Dargo Pub for lunch.
Leaving Talbotville at 10:15am we
took the Collingwood Spur Track for
a steep but relatively easy ascent to
a ridge overlooking the beautiful
Wonnangatta Valley. On the other
side of the valley Randall's Track
stood out as did the helipad on Billygoats Bluff Track and the tortuous
steep path to The Pinnacles.
Still on Collingwood Spur Track we
turned right at Bulltown Spur Track
and ambled along to McMillan Road .
As we made such good time, a hasty
conference between Bill and JJ decided on a scenic detour via Hibernian Track and Grady Creek Track.
Before long we were ot on the Dargo
Road heading for the pub.
After a fabulous lunch we bade farewell to Bill Graafsma and Eddie and
Gerry Graafsma; now we were 7.
Next stop was to be Omeo, a distance of 118 kms. Robin and Ian and
Jan and decided to go directly to
Omeo; so JJ led the remaining vehicles in search of more challenges.
The plan was to pick up Murdering
Track and loop back to the Birregun
Road via either Dane of Messmate
track. However, not one of us picked
up the right turn. following a hasty
discussion, a detour via the top of Mt
Phipps and down Jack and Jim Track
became Plan "B". The fates were
against us and this did not eventuate.
We came across a couple of locals
who were full of interesting information. Firstly - Murdering track had
been intentionally obscured; signage
dismantled and logs across track. No
wonder we all missed it! Secondly Jack and Jim Track was illegally
closed by an overzealous land
owner. A locked gate together with a
huge tree across the track proved too
much even for the MJOC members.
Back to the Birregun Road with a
stop at the Dog's Grave. Cattleman
Peter Meehan travelled the area with
his horse "Skinny" and his dog
"Boney". When Boney took a bait
and died the old cattleman buried
him and marked the grave. Some
time later. Giannerelli, a stonemason
from Northcote erected the marble
headstone as a lasting tribute to all
bushmen, their horses and their
dogs.
Following the scenic zig zag track by
5:50pm we were setting up at Omeo
Caravan Park. A hot shower, re-fuel
and a re-provisioning all top priorities.
In summary, everyone enjoyed a fantastic trip over varied terrain. JJ's
camera clicking finger was working
overtime, while Gerry Graafsma's
video was recording all the excitement.
The Macalister, Wonnangatta,
Wongungarra, Caledonia, Hummfray
and Crooked Rivers;as well as many
creeks provided 24 crossings in total.
Bill, with 3 passengers, took a side
trip out of Talbotville which brought
his total to 48 crossings.
Weather conditions tested the camping gear. Summer in the high country
can certainly be cold, wet and windy.
Tracks ranged from Easy to Moderate verging on Difficult at times. We
travelled approximately 269 kms
through some of the most wild yet
picturesque remote country in the
state.
Many thanks to Bill Graafsma for so
capably planning and leading the first
half of the trip. Good luck and safe
travelling to John Jefferies and the
rest of the convoy as they seek out
more challenges and excitement.
Lynne Raynor
Jan/Feb 2004
LATEST TRIPS AND EVENT PLANNER
FEBRUARY
1st Feb: Trip leader Training
Theory will be conducted at Four Wheel Drive Victoria headquarters (RSL Hall, Centerway, Greythorn Shopping Centre,
Doncaster Rd, Nth Balwyn on Friday night (30th Jan) starting at 7.30 sharp.
Practical to be held at Omaru Driver training centre on Sunday 1st Feb. Meet at Mack’s hotel (last hotel on left on way
out of town) Kilmore 8.30. for 9 am departure for training grounds.
6th – 8th Feb: High Country Weekend
Destination
Sheepyard Flat
A weekend exploring the Sheepyard Flat area. If weather is good, plan on an easy - moderate 4WD trip (2 ½ - 3 hrs to
cover 40 or so km) departing 10am to Kevington Pub for Saturday lunch (or BYO and have by the river), and 3 hour return moderate – difficult trip on some extremely steep but solid tracks up and over the mountains, climbing to 1700 meters. DRIVER TRAINING ESSENTIAL. If weather is damp, I plan on doing a 95KM loop to Bluff hut overlooking Mt
Buller, on to Lovicks Hut, looping back via Brocks Road. Allow approx 5 hours, so BYO lunch during the trip (note this is
if it is wet, otherwise Kevington Pub).
Sunday morning we will walk thru the tunnel (as long as the river hasn’t risen!) near Sheepyard which is 100mts thru
solid rock, dug by hand in 1884. The tunnel ranges from 5 ft high to 7 feet high, water from ankle to knee depth – BYO
torch! We will then head back to Fry’s hut and walk approx 20mins to the remains of the chimney again built in 1884.
Packing up, we will leave Sheepyard at around lunchtime, and stop somewhere on the way home to grab some lunch –
the Yea bakery’s jelly slices are well worth it!!
Trip Leader
Paul Kelly
Meeting Place
Flowerdale 5.30pm Friday 6th Feb, or at Sheepyard Flat later Friday night, early Saturday morning – we will camp along the river either at Sheepyard, or just past it (turn left after crossing the bridge). There are pit toilets at all camping spots. The road in is suitable for camper trailers etc.
Meeting Time
5.30pm at Flowerdale or whatever time suits at Sheepyard Flat
Departure Time
6 Pm Sharp
Trip rating
4-5 (moderate) 6-7 (Difficult)
Estimated Distance and Times
106 KM from Flowerdale to Mansfield where we will fill up. From there, 19Km thru Merrijig to the turnoff, then 18Km of
dirt to Sheepyard Flat. Plan on around 100Km of 4wdíng on Saturday, and filling up at Mansfield on the way home on
Sunday.
Map references
Rooftop Mansfield-Mt Howitt Adventure Map
Special Equipment
None – wood if possible, or we will have to gather when we get there….
Vehicle requirements - Absolute minimum All Terrain Tyres – no road tyres allowed – you will be turned away at meeting point.
Recovery Equipment Bring snatch strap and rated shackles if you have them.
Someone to bring club recovery kit – (I can’t fit in the TJ!!)
Contact at Meeting Place
0409 220 239 – no reception at Sheepyard Flat. UHF Ch 15
A Limit of 8 Vehicles
Estimated Home Time
mid / late afternoon Sunday
Further Details - Anyone who wants to come up on Saturday morning is very welcome – we will leave the campsite at
around 10am for the days trip. If you just want to relax by the river and not drive anywhere, you are most welcome too! It
is a truly beautiful spot with plenty of camping area to spread out
15th February: Victorian 4WD Show at Wandin Park
Dates:
Setup, Saturday 14th February 04 (from lunctime)
Show, Sunday 15th February 04 (7am onwards).
Volunteers wanted to set up on the Saturday, and to Man the Display on Sunday and help pack up after event
We will be on stand 85-86. If you wish to camp on site you must register with the administration office or you could be
escorted off the property.
28th - 29th Feb: King River & Mount Cobbler
This trip will consist of two one day loops from a base camp at a private property in Tolmie (located off Bunstons Road)
approximately 20 minutes from Mansfield. There is fresh water a shower and toilet facilities, and a BBQ is also available
along with fairly level ground for camping. Available from early Friday afternoon for early arrivals.
Day 1 (sat) Approximate departure time will be 10 am proceeding to Camberton Rd, onto Evans creek track to
lake William Hovel. (Swimming if hot) Then onto Long Spur track to make our to lake Cobbler. Down the staircase to
Pineapple Flat and then back to Tolmie for tucker and refreshments via Mount Number Three.
Jan/Feb 2004
Day 2 (Sun) A trio to Mount Stirling, then onto Mount Buller for refreshments, and then home via Mansfield
Trip rating 5 Moderate
More specific details will be mailed / emailed to all attendees
Trip Leader Geoff Stewart / Jim Doyle
27th & 29th Feb: Driver Training
Theory will be conducted on Friday evening 27th Feb at Four Wheel Drive Victoria headquarters (RSL Hall, Centerway,
Greythorn Shopping Centre, Doncaster Rd, Nth Balwyn starting at 7.30 sharp Practical to be held at Omaru Driver
training centre on Sunday 29th Feb. Meet at Mack’s hotel (last hotel on left on way out of town) Kilmore 8.30. for 9 am
departure for training grounds
MARCH
6th – 8th Mar: SOUTH AUST BEACHES - Robe & Beachport
A fantastic long weekend driving the sandy beaches and dunes, of the South Eastern Parks region of SA. Motel and
Caravan park accommodation. Book early as this trip is very popular and there is a limit of 10 vehicles per group (if we
have more than 10 interested, then we will run several groups) On this trip we will be meeting the Adelaide Jeep Club
at Beachport and enjoying a weekend of socialising and driving with them as our hosts. When you register with trip
leader for this trip please supply accommodation details and a mobile phone number (to go onto trip leaders sheet)
Accommodation Details:
Beachport Motor Inn 08 87358070
Beachport Southern Ocean Tourist Park (Grassed sites and cabins) 08 87358153
Your vehicle will need to be in good condition and it is preferred that you carry the following equipment - Snatch Strap,
Rated Shackles that fit your vehicle, tow points front and rear, Shovel / Spade, Tyre Pressure gauge and pump or compressor, fire extinguisher and spare water (min 2 litres per person per day)
Trip Leader - William Boran-Fogarty
no limit on vehicle as we will have multiple trip leaders if required.
APRIL
8th – 12th April: EASTER WEEKEND - Jeep Gathering NSW
Trip to the Hunter Valley region of NSW, and we are being hosted by the Cherokee Club of Australia (based in Gosford) this will be a trip that will be promoting the upcoming Jamboree. Departing Melbourne on the Thursday evening of
the 8th and returning on the Monday evening 12th April (more details to follow)
Trip Leader – Roy Edwards
24th – 26th April: ANZAC Weekend - Grampians trip
Details to Follow
24th – 26th April: ANZAC Weekend – Proposed Weekend trip to Narbethong.
Hopefully with Editors of Jeep Action Australia as our Guests
More details to follow.
OCTOBER
1st - 4th Oct: National Jeep Jamboree Victoria 2004
We need trip leaders to run the many and varied trips and
lots of other helpers
ALL TRIP BOOKINGS TO: GRANT JONES - TRIP COORDINATOR on either 97426668, 0419346896 or email:
Grant Jones: - [email protected]
This Trip Planner can also be downloaded
from the club website at www.mjoc.org.au
ausjeepoffroad.com.au
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Jan/Feb 2004
Jan/Feb 2004
The Edward Clan Expands
Folks
Here is the latest addition to the Edward Clan.
Emily Sophia was born at
9.02 am weighing in at 7lbs 5ozs (3.310 kgs).
Thank you for all your well wishes from
Justine Joshua and myself.
Cheers
Melbourne Jeep Owners Club - Trip Rating Guide
RATING
1—3
DESCRIPTION
DEFINITION
EASY
Road and track conditions not likely to impede vehicle progress and
able to be negotiated by a standard four-wheel vehicle and a driver
with no previous off road experience.
MODERATE
Road and track conditions requiring the use of four-wheel drive but
suitable for standard equipped vehicles and drivers with limited 4x4
experience or training.
DIFFICULT
More demanding driving conditions negotiable by standard vehicles
but requiring experienced and trained drivers. Advanced driving
techniques may be required and vehicle recovery may be necessary. Special requirements may be specified by the trip leader.
VERY DIFFICULT
Traction and control difficulties likely to be encountered requiring a
suitably equipped vehicle (MINIMUM - ALL TERRAIN TYPE TYRES
REQUIRED) and a well experienced/trained driver. Vehicle recovery is very likely.
EXTREME
As for ‘very difficult’, except that potentially hazardous track conditions may be encountered and vehicle damage is a possibility. Mud
Terrain Tyres and/or modified / high ground clearance vehicles may
be specified by the trip leader
(E Grade)
3—5
(D Grade)
5 –7
(C Grade)
7—9
(B Grade)
10
(A Grade)
Please note that trip ratings can change subject to changed weather conditions. E.g.; Moderate can change to Difficult if
heavy rain is experienced. Trips rated with a combination denote that weather changes are expected or track conditions are
variable. Trip Leaders may also specify vehicle or driver standards to suit specific trip conditions
ALL TRIP BOOKINGS TO TRIP Co ORDINATOR PAUL KELLY - 0409220239
email to: [email protected]
Jan/Feb 2004
Jeepers Creepers…
A Word From The President
Happy New Year to all MJOC members and families.
2004 promises to be another fun filled
year with lots of Club trips and activities
of numerous type, catering to the varying needs and tastes of our increasingly large and diverse membership.
This year's highlight will of course be
The National Jeep Jamboree 2004 to
be held over 4 days from 1st to 4th October. We are proud to be hosting this
very special event in conjunction with
our key partner - Chrysler Jeep Australia, which will bring together Jeep owners and their families from throughout
Australia.
RECENT TRIPS AND EVENTS
Club Christmas Rally and Party Sunday 7th December
Around 70 members and associates of
all ages congregated at Omaru Jeep
Adventure Park for a sumptuous BBQ
organized to the usual excellent standard by Geoff and Barbara Miller.
The day began with around 10 vehicles
assembling on the Hume Highway at
Kalkallo for the navi gation rally, under
the direction of the Kelly's. Jeeps were
soon heading in all directions as everyone tried to work out whether right
meant left, right or straight ahead!!! No
one was ever completely lost, as Paul
and Heather were always available on
the mobile to provide just enough clues
to keep everyone going.
A hilarious morning was had by all and
it was with great relief that everyone
finally headed into Omaru to join others
who had gone straight there.
Many thanks to the Millers' and the Kellys' for organizing the rally. To the
Jones' for the BBQ trailers, and also to
the various cooks and other helpers for
a great lunch and to Ian Fletcher for
leading a tour of the property in the afternoon.
Marysville/Black Forest Trip - Grant
Jones - Sunday 13th December
Grant Jones' plan was to make every
one more familiar with some of the
tracks to be covered during the Jamboree and he certainly succeeded.
Eight vehicles followed Grant around a
smorgasbord of interesting trails which
helped us all to appreciate what a fantastic area we have chosen to host the
big event in October. Roll on the Jamboree!
FORTHCOMING TRIPS AND EVENTS
National Jeep Jamboree Victoria
2004
Every available member of the Club will
have the opportunity to play a significant part in putting on this extraordinary
event.
A lot of work has already been done by
our very active Jamboree team under
the enthusiastic leadership of Paul
Kelly. However, much, much more
needs to be done, both in the lead up
to October and during the 4 days of the
Jamboree itself.
We will need members to act as Trip
Leaders for the dozens of trips of differing standards which will be run
throughout the surrounding area each
day. Back at Camp Jeep we will need
Marshalls to direct vehicles and people as well
as members to provide
help and advice to our
visitors from other clubs
and from interstate.
If you would like to help in
any way please contact
Paul Kelly, Grant Jones or
myself.
Registrations for the Jamboree are coming in rapidly. If you have not already done so, please
check out the Jamboree
link on the Club website,
download a registration
form and send it off to
Paul Kelly ASAP.
Victorian 4WD Show Wandin - 13-14 February
Melbourne Jeep Owners
Club will once again be
well represented at this
year's premier outdoor
4WD Show in the rolling
hills of the Yarra Valley.
Our stand will be adjacent
to the Nunawading Chrysler Jeep and along with
the usual display of Club
events and activities, we
will feature this year a
major promotion for the
Jamboree.
We need members to help on
the stand
throughout Sunday and to as sist with setting
up on Sat urday and packing up on
Sunday afternoon.
Members who camp overnight will experience the camaraderie of members
from other clubs and a BBQ hosted by
the Land Rover Club. Wandin is an
event not to be missed, so please volunteer to help - if only for an hour or so
with Ross McGarvie, Grant Jones or
Paul Kelly.
Wishing you all a fantastic year of
Jeepin.
JJ
Jan/Feb 2004
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Jan/Feb 2004
MJOC SPONSOR PROFILE
This Months Sponsor Profile is of our very own Frank De Angelis. Frank is
one of the clubs longest serving members and drives one of the new Jeep
Grand Cherokee Laredo CRD Turbo Diesels.
Frank is the proprietor of Plasticraft P/L.
This is Frank’s story…..
I invite you to obtain the benefits of our experience gained from over 30 years and 2500 projects
to provide you with the best solution for items, small or large; such as displays, light boxes and intricate or unusual corporate signage in acrylic or polycarbonate.
We apply the latest technology to provide you with the assurance of both handcrafted quality and
digital precision. We can assist you in creating that product to suit your needs.
We guarantee a successful outcome on time - every time. Our pricing policy means that you get
the best value for your money from trouble free signs that last long after price is forgotten.
Be sure : Try us before you decide - We invite you to compare at our factory or we can come to
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From unique one off designs to medium runs, we can meet your needs.
• Custom Fabrication
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• Display Units
• Point of Sale
• Protective Guards and Covers
• Signs and Shopfitting
• Trophies
Frank De Angelis
Plasticraft Pty Ltd
10 Stafford Street Huntingdale
Victoria 3166
Tel: 9562 9833
Fax: 9543 7737
Mob: 0414 562 9 83
EMAIL— [email protected]
www.plasticraft.com.au
Jan/Feb 2004
MONSTER CLUB RAFFLE
ARB RECOVERY KIT
ARB is the second largest supplier of 4WD goods and
accessories to MJOC members (after Chrysler Jeep).
The company is well known to our Club and enjoys an
excellent reputation.
Members will recall that last year ARB generously donated to our Club 2 full Recovery Kits - complete with
snatch strap, towing strap, tree protector, pulley
blocks, shackles and leather gloves. Each Recovery
Kit is valued at over $400.
The Committee decided to keep one of the kits for use
in Club Driver Tr aining courses and offer the second
as a special prize in the Christmas Raffle. Raffle tickets were sold over 3 monthly meetings and raised
more than $450 for the Club.
The raffle was drawn by Heather Kelly at the Christmas Rally and BBQ held at the Club's 4WD training
complex at Omaru Jeep Adventure Park, Kilmore. The
prize winner was Nick Pantelios, who is delighted to be
the new owner of an ARB Recovery Kit.
Our thanks to Paul Anderson, Victorian Sales Manager - ARB Corporation for the generous donation to
our Club.
Jan/Feb 2004
TRADING
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Sell the lot for $250.00 - Contact Grant 6 Stack CD, Tow Bar, only traveled
Jones 9742 6668 - EMAIL
79,000 klms, Hamish 0408 995 960
KJ GOODIES - ALL GENUINE Jeep®
Accessories
KJ Bonnet Protector $40.00 (new $63)
KJ Rear Cargo Mat $225.00 (new
$500)
KJ Seat Covers $900.00 (new $1500)
KJ Molded Rubber Mats $150.00 (new
$275)
Bruce Chromie 03 5433 9909
Advertising is now available FREE
to MJOC members.
Adverts appear in We Get'em Dirty
Magazine and on the MJOC Website
Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
at www.mjoc.org.au
1999 model ZG Regularly Serviced.
Fitted with IPF Driving Lights, Alloy
Nudge Bar, Rear Cargo Mat, Sunroof,
1987 YJ, 6 CYLINDER, AUTOMATIC, POWER STEERING, AIR
CONDITIONING, HARD TOP,
BESTOP SUNRIDER SOFT TOP,
BIKINI TOP, FULL & HALF DOORS,
6 DISC CD STACKER, SOUND
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AND COMPLIANCED BY JEEP
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A/H OR 0413 704 526
Roof Rack Cross Bars (Heavy Duty)
to suit Latest KJ Cherokee
Brushed Alloy, Light Weight, Original
Jeep® Accessory item. Never Used.
$250.00 Ph. Julias - 0412 163 323 or EMAIL
Wheels 5 15x7 Wrangler Steel
Wheels.
Cut and rewelded to modify backspacing to fit 10.5 and 11.5" wide
tyres. Painted Black $375.00 Zach
Forsyth 9600 1639
Tera Flex Adjustable lower control
arms (4) for TJ Wrangler.
1 YO and in great shape. $600.00
Zach Forsyth 9600 1639
Magellan 310 GPS arms (4) for TJ
Wrangler.
Entry level model includes manual, in
car mount 12 months old, Cost new
$399
SIMEX JUNGLE TREKKER 2's
34x10.5 x R15 - 4 of them are 70%
and the 5th is new. $900.00 the lot.
ONO
Zach Forsyth 9600 1639
Non members send your advert with
$20 payment to
Melbourne Jeep Owners Club
Box 7133 Gardenvale LPO
Brighton Victoria 3186
Members Email you advert to
[email protected]
Jan/Feb 2004
JEEP NEWS
New Jeep Models Galore...
ability to order various factory fit options from the US.Coming
The Next Grand Cherokee
There is plenty of information being
leaked about the next generation WK
The Jeep world is buzzing with hot
Jeep Grand Cherokee. Check out
news about new Jeep models that
some of the features proposed and
are here and on the horizon.
some of which have been confirmed on
Prices Reduced in Australia due to
the DC grapevine - including a larger 7
Aussie Dollar being so high.
seat version to be called 'Wagoneer"
Features that are most likely:
Here in OZ Now!
4.0 V6 Hemi engine (this may appear in
New 2004 KJ Cherokee with some im- Wrangler too)
proved safety features, all models now Optional 4.7L V8
have ABS, new colors introduced and 2 Optional 5.7L HEMI engine (optional)
new additional models. prices of all
with MDS
Jeep and Chrysler models have been
Optional 3.2L V6 CRD Turbo Diesel
reduced e.g.: Wrangler $29990
(develops 500 nm of Torque)
Cherokee Limited V6 $45990, Grand
Cherokee Laredo 6 $47990,
MDS- The Chrysler Group MDS (MultiDisplacement System) seamlessly alKJ Changes for 2004
ternates between smooth, high fuel
Introduction of a new 4 cylinder petrol economy four-cylinder mode when less
model. The new 2.4L efi petrol engine power is needed, and V-8 mode when
comes in the Sport with a 5 Speed
more power from the 5.7L HEMI® enmanual trans and Command-Trac 4WD gine is in demand," said Eric Ridenour,
system. And it is priced at just $34,990 Executive Vice President Product DeNew Extreme Sport edition with 3.7L
velopment, Chrysler Group. "This optiV6 Auto or 2.8 CRD Turbo Auto, Spemizes fuel economy when V-8 power is
cial 2 Tone cloth seats, leather steering not needed, without sacrificing vehicle
wheel with cruise control, Ecco Alloy
performance.
Wheels, body colour flared guards,
Graphite colour front and rear bumpers, Some of the significant technologies
Fog Lights, and all this for no extra $$$. enabling the Chrysler Group MDS are
3.7L is $39,990 and 2.8 CRD Turbo is the speed of electronic controls, the
$41,990
sophistication of the algorithms controlThe manual 2.5L CRD Turbo has been ling the systems and the use of Elecdiscontinued until a new 2.8L CRD
tronic Throttle Control. The HEMI will
manual is available.
be able to transition from eight cylinders to four in 40 milliseconds (0.040
TJ Wrangler for 2004
seconds). The HEMI engine with MDS
The return of Solar Yellow and a new
has completed over 6.5 million cuscolour Electric Lime Green. New 2004 tomer- equivalent miles through ChrysWrangler Extreme Sport with Alloys,
ler Group's development and durability
Leather Steering Wheel, Cruise control testing. The system deactivates the
and special trim at just $29,990. The
valve lifters. This keeps the valves in
four cylinders closed, and there is no
combustion. In addition to stopping
combustion, energy is not lost by
pumping air through these cylinders.
Customers will experience estimated
fuel economy gains of up to 20 percent
under various driving conditions, and a
projected 10 percent aggregate improvement. Improved fuel economy is
realized without any change in customer experience -- drivers will receive
the benefit without changing their driving habits and without compromising
style, comfort or convenience.
Other features may include
Independent Front Suspension (pity
ed,) Electronic limited slip differential,
Longer and wider wheelbase, larger
interior, Vertical grille slots (no
"fanning") W5A580 5 speed electronic
automatic transmission, Double
rounded front headlamp assemblies,
Angular taillights, Double-DIN size
navigation radio, Wrap-around front
AC/Heat vents
Proposed Schedule for US Production
of 2005 Grand Cherokee as published
on wkjeeps.com
May 21, 2004
The last WJ Grand
Cherokee is scheduled to roll off the
assembly lines. The Jefferson North
plant will close for approximately 2
months to retool for the new WK model.
June 14, 2004
Initial order date for
2005 Grand Cherokees.
July 21, 2004
All new 2005 "WK"
Grand Cherokee production start-up
Job#1.
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Consoles and Carriers
consolesandcarriers.com.au
Specialising in custom made accessories for Jeep TJ, XJ and ZJ models. (other models to follow)
? Overhead Consoles ? Rocker Bars (sliders, rails) ? Transfer Case and Fuel Tank Guards
? Roof Bars
? Spare Wheel Carriers
? Jerry Can Carriers
Contact: Chris on
(03) 9704 7673 or 0407 319 784
[email protected]
Jan/Feb 2004
2004 Models arriving now or get a great deal
on a 2003 runout model like ….
New 2003 Jeep Wrangler Sport
from only $29,990 *
(plus on road costs)
Great deals on Turbo Diesel Cherokee and Grand
Cherokee as well as the full range of Jeep, Chrysler
and Hyundai. Nunawading Chrysler Jeep are a club
supporter & sponsor.
For personalised service and special club deals contact
Ian Fletcher 9873 3399 or 0418 335 630
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Jan/Feb 2004
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE VICTORIA NEWS
Bunyip State Park
The ever growing concern on
Bunyip, the noise factor of dirt
bikes and track closure has now
become a real issue. Off road
bikes that are registered and are
being driven by a licensed driver
have the same rights of use of
public land in forests and parks
as any four wheel drive. Your
Association supports responsible
dirt bike riders and the membership of AMTRA. Parks Victoria is
suffering from a number of complaints from residents in and
near the Bunyip Park, complaining about the dirt bikers generally and the noise factor.
The response from PV could be
to close the tracks and move
them and consequently all four
wheel drivers, out of Bunyip. A
closed park at last. Of course
this is not realistic and clearly
not in the community interests.
Your Association is working
strongly with Parks regional officers to find an outcome that will
not prejudice the tracks being
open and available and for the
local communities to work and
live together.
A survey is being undertaken by
a number of clubs of all the
tracks in Bunyip to facilitate this
project. The survey project is being managed by Ian Lacey.
The main recommendation is:
“We recommend the adoption of
the Track Classification system
and in closing we recommend
that the Department of Sustainability and Environment, or a division within that department,
should manage the area currently known as Mt Stirling A lpine Resort and the existing Mt
Stirling Advisory Group should
report directly to the Minister.”
Memorandum of Understanding
It is with great pleasure that we
can announce that Parks Victoria and the Association have
now completed the MoU and a
formal signing and public announcement will be made in the
not to distant future. Your President, Michael Coldham said that
the MoU is a defining moment in
the relationship between our organisations. Matters such as
seasonal closures, track classifications, funding allocations for
track maintenance are all matters that are included in the protocol. Special thanks must go to
Ian Christie and John Chalmers
of Parks Victoria for their terrific
input into this process.
Dingo Hill
It is also good news to report
that at the Four Wheel Drive AdMt Stirling
The Mt Stirling Resort Manage- visory Committee meeting on the
ment Board has been conduc t- 25th November 2003 it was reing a number of meetings to re- solved to approve the funding a llocation to enable restoration
view the future activities of the
works to be carried out on Dingo
Board. Your Association has
made its final recommendations Hill this summer. The works period will be from February to
which can be viewed from the
web site. http://www.vafwdc.org. April 2004 after which the track
will remain closed for settling
au
and the
winter
and then
be formally
opened
on 1st
November 2004. The approved
works estimated to cost over
$130,000 will deal with issues of
drainage, track stabilisation and
other matters. Club members
are to welcome and support this
news and action.
The track will remain closed this
summer but this track, an icon in
Victoria, will be reopened and
will facilitate access to the great
Caledonia River.
It is worth mentioning that during
the course of the Dingo Hill discussions, further benefits have
been achieved with Parks and
your Association identifying the
need to have a consistent policy
in relation to cross drains and
their design. A working paper
has been developed on this issue.
Jan/Feb 2004
August 2004
QC testing begins for WK final production models.
October, 2004
All new 2005 "WK" Grand Cherokee
scheduled to arrive in dealer showrooms.
2005
Spring, 2005
Estimated production startup for a
new 7-passenger extended Grand Cherokee model
"XK".
New Long Wheel Base Wrangler
New Long Wheel Base Wrangler Shown at Detroit
Motor Show and featured on official Jeep website.
See it at www.jeep.com
Go-anywhere, do-anything and now bring
everything. The icon of the legendary Jeep®
brand just got more versatile with 15 inches
added to its overall length. The new 2004½
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited delivers 13 inches
more cargo area and two inches more second row leg room, while maintaining the unmatched open-air fun and 4x4 capability of
the original Jeep Wrangler. The legend
grows.
Jeep Jamboree Victoria 2004
Platinum Sponsor
Staying true to its heritage, the new Wrangler Unlimited adds another option to openair fun with an innovative new Sunrider™
soft-top, which includes a "sun roof" feature
in addition to the full top-down option. This
new soft-top gives a second open-air option
by folding the soft-top back completely over
driver and front passenger to create a 45x23
inch sun roof opening - larger than any typical glass sun roof. The sun roof can also be
operated from the inside of the Wrangler
Unlimited, once the vehicle is stopped.
The Sunrider™ soft-top includes larger,
deep-tinted side windows, giving second
row passengers a better view outside. The
Wrangler Unlimited is also available with a
new hard top with added strength and larger, deep-tinted rear windows, as well as
rear defroster and back glass wiper and
washer.
Standard features on the Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited are full-steel doors with deep
tinted windows, Sunrider™ soft-top, padded
Sport Bar, air conditioning, AM/FM stereo
radio with CD, easy access tip and slide
front seats, fold and tumble rear seat, front
and rear floor mats, next generation air bags
and power steering.
It has twice the cargo area, it is quieter with
more insulation and padding, gives a
smoother ride over all road surfaces and allows you to carry rear passengers and store
all your gear. Whispers of tray back and utility versions and even the possibility of a
turbo diesel are doing the rounds in DC.
Jan/Feb 2004
Your Management Committee
President
John Jeffries (JJ)
Contact (h) 9867 7330
Mobile 0418 35428
(b) 9690 2800
Email
[email protected]
Australia’s most popular Jeep Website!…
Our MJOC website achieves a huge number of hits each
month and is loaded with heaps of information about the
club.
For up to the minute news about club trips, events, activities and
issues, check out our MJOC News page. It is updated almost
every week with all sorts of stuff including the latest upcoming trip
news. Also check out the weblinks pages with hundreds of interesting Jeep and 4WD related websites from around the world. You
can also download the latest Trip Planner before it comes out in
the magazine and get your full colour version of this Magazine in
PDF also.
www.mjoc.org.au
NEW MEMBERS ARE MOST WELCOME
If you would like to Join the Melbourne Jeep Owners Club please contact
our Membership Officer Steve Barnett on 9561 5045
Email - [email protected]
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Vice President
Paul Kelly
Contact (h)97438056
Mobile 0409 220239
Email [email protected]
General Secretary
Lynton Doyle
Contact
Mobile
Email— [email protected]
Treasurer
Beryl Neate
Contact
(h) 9596 2927
New Membership Officer
Steve Barnet
Contact
(h) 9561 5045
Promotions Officer Ross McGarvie
Contact (H) 97752938
Mobile O419218787
Email rossco@[email protected].
Driver Training Coordinator
Ian Fletcher
Contact Mobile 0418 335 630
Guest Speakers— Magazine Distribution
Club Merchandise Sales
Robin Clarke
Contact
0417 392 944
Email
[email protected]
Four Wheel Drive Victoria Delegate
Ian Gray
Magazine & Website Editor (temporary)
Ian Fletcher
Contact Mobile 0418 335 630
Trip Co Coordinator
Grant Jones
Contact
Mobile 0418 335 630
Email
Property Officer
Lets keep fingers crossed as a turbo diesel Wrangler would definitely be the ultimate Jeep. It should
arrive in Australia later this year - place your order early for this exciting new model.
Jeep Rescue
Shown at the recent Detroit Motor Show this vehicle is the hottest news of all - and guess
what? It may be going into production to compete against the Hummer 2.
Auburn Hills, Mich., Jan 04, 2004 - Designed for the most extreme situations and unforgiving conditions, the Jeep® Rescue concept is not only the ultimate type of search and rescue vehicle - it's the
ultimate execution of a Jeep off-road vehicle. Combine legendary Jeep off-road capability with stateof-the-art search and rescue technology, the Jeep Rescue is designed to reach areas in the harshest, most daunting mountainous and desert areas.
"Jeep Rescue is the supreme trail search and research vehicle - one that only Jeep could build," said
Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President - Chrysler Group Design.
Classic Jeep Design Taken to An Exciting New Dimension and Extreme
Starting with a modern interpretation of the timeless, classic Jeep, the Rescue not only hints at a future design direction for a large Jeep - it builds on the rugged Jeep heritage to forge an exciting new
dimension for the Jeep brand. The Rescue can be configured to run almost totally "open" - with folding front windshield and a retractable backlite, a sliding glass sunroof in front, a fold-forward canvas
roof in the rear, plus, all four doors are removable.
A Rugged Foundation
Featuring all-new body-on-frame construction with hydroformed frame rails and riding on an 80-inch
wide chassis with 123-inch wheelbase and 37-inch tires, the Jeep Rescue is built for anything thrown
its way. The front hydropneumatic suspension combines with the heavy -duty link-coil rear suspension to give the Rescue its solid footing on all terrain. The suspension has adjustable ride height and
an additional 4-inch lift available for fording. The aforementioned 37-inch tires feature an MTR tread
and run-flat capability, negating the need for a spare. On-board tire pressure control has the ability to
"tune" tire pressures for maximum traction on all surfaces.
Unequalled Rescue Capability
Powered by a Cummins Diesel and featuring seating for five, the Jeep Rescue's primary mission is
rescue capability, and its list of rescue and safety equipment is impressive:
AC electric power (10 kW) generation in the field
3-D topographical mapping software and topographical navigation system
Under- chassis, point-of-view cameras for avoiding danger in its path
Passive, infrared (thermal) cameras for search and rescue
Satellite telephone; VHF radio, digital video recorder with satellite transmission capability
Retractable 4-point harnesses for vehicle occupants
Exterior perimeter lighting
White LEV lighting for long distance visual search and reduced power use
Folding seats in rear compartment of vehicle
Remote control winch - front and back
"The Jeep Rescue is Jeep capability taken to maximum extreme and that, being Jeep, is unmatchable," said Creed. "It is everything the Jeep brand represents - in a vehicle equipped for unequalled
search and rescue service."
Jan/Feb 2004
HURRY TO VALLEY CHRYSLER JEEP.
BECAUSE THE NEW
TURBO DIESEL
CRD JEEPS
ARE VERY POPULAR
AND CAN BE HARD TO GET
BUT WE HAVE THEM ALL AVAILABLE
FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY,
Valley Chrysler Jeep
at the corner of Princess Drive and Tramway
Road, Morwell.
Call Chris Georgiou on (03) 5133 6655
LMCT 7325
*RRP of Cherokee Limited Excludes Dealer delivery and Statutory Charges Jeep® is a registered Trade Mark of DaimlerChrysler

February 2004 - Melbourne Jeep Owners Club (MJOC)

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