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by Niel
Sat Jun 13, 2015 7:09 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Aluminium Canopy
Replies: 6
Views: 1082

Re: Aluminium Canopy

As jy erens in n tweede handse outback vasloop kyk maar mooi. Ek like hom nog die meeste. Ek het my KZ gekoop omdat hy 'n outback op gehad het Ek sal so maak ja. R&D Offroad should be on that list as well. Gomad has done MANY Hiluxes ..... Personally I am prefer Burnco. SPEAK to Hein. He has th...
by Niel
Sat Jun 13, 2015 9:58 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Aluminium Canopy
Replies: 6
Views: 1082

Aluminium Canopy

I am looking for Aluminium canopy manufacturers in the greater Cape Town area. I already have the following ones on the list but want to know if I have missed any? Eko veld gear Metalian Gomad Alu Cab Bush Tech Burnco 4x4 Megabucks (Outback) Rhinoman Canopies Andy Cab Alum Box canopies RSI (not in C...
by Niel
Tue Jun 09, 2015 10:45 pm
Forum: Route Planning questions/discussions
Topic: FISHING AND CAMPING AROUND CAPE TOWN
Replies: 7
Views: 2519

Re: FISHING AND CAMPING AROUND CAPE TOWN

Riggton river farm near Bonnievale - not sure how great the fishing is but the chaps caught one two.
by Niel
Mon Jun 08, 2015 8:36 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Campsite & travel security
Replies: 4
Views: 1080

Re: Campsite & travel security

Ek gebruik n klein wireless PIR vir die bak en kan net so malik buite die tent gebruik word (het n remote).
by Niel
Sat Jun 06, 2015 11:53 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: 4X4 ALASKA CHALLENGE RACE TV SHOW
Replies: 3
Views: 1374

Re: 4X4 ALASKA CHALLENGE RACE TV SHOW

Saw it on 186. They also have a. Cruiser and a LR and a Jeep. Will keep an eye out fothem next week.
by Niel
Sat Jun 06, 2015 8:27 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Our dear President
Replies: 11
Views: 1743

Re: Our dear President

Donkey wrote:
Niel wrote:
pietpetoors wrote:I would like to suggest a couple of different terms to use,
I would like to help but I am moderating myself at the moment.
That moment when you wish this was not a family site hey Niel? :laugh2:
:lol: :thumbup:
by Niel
Sat Jun 06, 2015 12:23 am
Forum: Route Planning questions/discussions
Topic: Port Nolloth na Sendelingsdrift
Replies: 12
Views: 3346

Re: Port Nolloth na Sendelingsdrift

Ek gaan die 2de week in Julie daai rigting. Sal last weet wat die stand van sake is.
by Niel
Fri Jun 05, 2015 4:12 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Our dear President
Replies: 11
Views: 1743

Re: Our dear President

pietpetoors wrote:I would like to suggest a couple of different terms to use,
I would like to help but I am moderating myself at the moment.
by Niel
Thu Jun 04, 2015 2:19 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: FIRESTONE DESTINATION M/T
Replies: 2
Views: 729

FIRESTONE DESTINATION M/T

Does any one know the above mentioned tyre and can you comment on their performance. Seems it is an imported tyre and get a few good reviews. I did not even know it existed. :oops:
by Niel
Mon Jun 01, 2015 7:44 pm
Forum: Camping gear, Trailers and Other Non-electronic Gadgets
Topic: Waeco Fridge Repairs
Replies: 12
Views: 8962

Re: Waeco Fridge Repairs

Thanks for the info.
by Niel
Sat May 30, 2015 1:36 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Hilux KZTE tapping noise
Replies: 3
Views: 1020

Re: Hilux KZTE tapping noise

I had the same problem but mine was after a service and they did not tentionthe v-belts correctly. The sound would go away when the belts anpully warmed up. Not saying that it is that in your case but I is a cheap option to check first.
by Niel
Thu May 28, 2015 10:49 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Vaaldam. Ons nuwe septic tank
Replies: 6
Views: 1491

Re: Vaaldam. Ons nuwe septic tank

signed but a long way to go to 10 000
by Niel
Wed May 27, 2015 10:37 pm
Forum: Camping gear, Trailers and Other Non-electronic Gadgets
Topic: Waeco Fridge Repairs
Replies: 12
Views: 8962

Re: Waeco Fridge Repairs

:thumbup:
The Waco chaps repair if on site at wilowbridge odw.must say I was impressed with the Waco service. Keep following up with the odw people a I find them to be useless. Hope you get sorted.
by Niel
Wed May 27, 2015 10:29 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Wanted: Toyota Hilux 15 Inch Raider Rims
Replies: 8
Views: 1996

Re: Wanted: Toyota Hilux 15 Inch Raider Rims

I assume you are talking about the ALU rims not the steel? If you are looking for the steel rims then I can help.
by Niel
Wed May 27, 2015 10:12 pm
Forum: Camping gear, Trailers and Other Non-electronic Gadgets
Topic: Waeco Fridge Repairs
Replies: 12
Views: 8962

Re: Waeco Fridge Repairs

Outdoor warehouse
by Niel
Sun May 24, 2015 7:47 pm
Forum: Alternative Energy
Topic: Electric Motorbikes
Replies: 10
Views: 6287

Re: Electric Motorbikes

Very nice looking bike. Would be nice if there was a flexible solar panel in the seat.
by Niel
Fri May 08, 2015 10:08 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: General Grabber A/T vs. Dulers 697
Replies: 7
Views: 1957

Re: General Grabber A/T vs. Dulers 697

Mars wrote:A friend of mine recently bought a new DC 4x4 and had the same problem. He had the tyres balanced, rotated on the rim and tried a number of different solutions to no avail. It was clear that the tyres had a flat spot on each of them.
I am in the same boat
by Niel
Thu May 07, 2015 8:15 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: General Grabber A/T vs. Dulers 697
Replies: 7
Views: 1957

Re: General Grabber A/T vs. Dulers 697

shiv17 wrote:Is this the generals you are talking about?
Sorry, Dulers
by Niel
Wed May 06, 2015 10:46 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: General Grabber A/T vs. Dulers 697
Replies: 7
Views: 1957

Re: General Grabber A/T vs. Dulers 697

I know Toyota SA issued a bulletin stating that they have a number of customers complaining about a vibration on the tyres when driving between 95 and 120 km/h. I also mentioned the issue to the dealership.
by Niel
Sat Apr 18, 2015 1:06 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Late night/early morning crew
Replies: 2077
Views: 357681

Re: Late night/early morning crew

Good morning all have a good one :thumbup:
by Niel
Wed Apr 15, 2015 8:00 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: How long does the traffic office have to issue a summons
Replies: 7
Views: 21450

How long does the traffic office have to issue a summons

I hope this helps someone: Question: How long does the traffic office have to issue a summons before a traffic ticket becomes invalid? Answer: This question has been referred to the Experts from Justice Project South Africa. We would like to share the response from Justice Project South Africa: “The...
by Niel
Tue Apr 14, 2015 1:04 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Vehicle tracking devices
Replies: 10
Views: 1889

Vehicle tracking devices

My insurer insist that I install a tracking device. Thus in my mind the 2 main options are Netstar and Tracker. I believe the Netstar sleuth nano is a wireless tracking device. Thus no need to tap into the vehicle wiring as far as I can figure out. Thus 2 questions, Netstar or Tracker - pls give rea...
by Niel
Sun Apr 12, 2015 10:52 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Khaudum camping
Replies: 2
Views: 799

Re: Khaudum camping

Dankie Johan :thumbup:
by Niel
Sun Apr 12, 2015 8:00 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Khaudum camping
Replies: 2
Views: 799

Khaudum camping

I was asked if one can still camp in Khaudum. I also want to know as we are planning a Bots/Nam trip for mid 2016.
by Niel
Tue Apr 07, 2015 9:06 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: fuel economy when towing
Replies: 4
Views: 1159

Re: fuel economy when towing

Thanks Rian, is it an auto or manual?
by Niel
Mon Apr 06, 2015 9:29 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: fuel economy when towing
Replies: 4
Views: 1159

fuel economy when towing

For the chaps towing with a d4d(4x4). What is your fuel consumption and what are you towing?
by Niel
Wed Mar 18, 2015 11:04 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Info pls
Replies: 3
Views: 820

Info pls

We are planning a trip to southern Namibia. Can anyone suggest decent accommodation (formal) in Luderitz?
by Niel
Thu Mar 05, 2015 9:52 pm
Forum: Cycling and Mountain Biking
Topic: Cape Argus Cycle Tour - who's going ?
Replies: 7
Views: 5410

Re: Cape Argus Cycle Tour - who's going ?

Yes, shortened to 46km.
by Niel
Tue Mar 03, 2015 11:10 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Camping sites in Western Cape
Replies: 18
Views: 2905

Re: Camping sites in Western Cape

N paar voorstelle- Suikerbossie guest farm 80 km van Ceres af, Leeuwenboschfontein naby Touwsrivier, Vloedbos naby Called on, Gatjie boskamp naby Citrusdal, Slanghoek naby Rawsonville, Guano Caves naby Montagu, 22 Waterfalls naby Porterville, Leopard trail naby Swellendam, Me este plekke genoem her ...
by Niel
Tue Feb 24, 2015 8:33 am
Forum: Camping gear, Trailers and Other Non-electronic Gadgets
Topic: 4 sleeper offroad caravans. Options?
Replies: 25
Views: 8694

Re: 4 sleeper offroad caravans. Options?

Die ouens wat die Brakah Ingonyama het verkoop nie sommer nie. n Kolega se steeds hy moes nooit syne verkoop het nie. Ongelukkig word hulle nie meer vervaardig nie.
by Niel
Tue Feb 24, 2015 8:25 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Late night/early morning crew
Replies: 2077
Views: 357681

Re: Late night/early morning crew

Eric, you need to chat to Kobus and get something for the tooth-ache :think:

Andy, saw you floating around earlier :lol:

Kobus, ek sal kom kyk of jy nie pro nie :mrgreen:
by Niel
Tue Feb 24, 2015 12:37 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Late night/early morning crew
Replies: 2077
Views: 357681

Re: Late night/early morning crew

Hi
Nobody working late with a story to tell?

Enjoy
by Niel
Mon Feb 23, 2015 11:01 am
Forum: Camping gear, Trailers and Other Non-electronic Gadgets
Topic: 4 sleeper offroad caravans. Options?
Replies: 25
Views: 8694

Re: 4 sleeper offroad caravans. Options?

n trailer top tent en trailer is baie nice maar huur eers een of leen een en slaan die tent op ....en maak seker dat die baas happy is met die werk daaraan verbonde. Ek het die Echo 4 met howling moon tent op en die baas se net altyd dis sou lekker wees as jy (dis nou ek ) die tent alleen kon opslaa...
by Niel
Sun Feb 22, 2015 11:18 pm
Forum: Out in Nature
Topic: Great compilation
Replies: 2
Views: 3819

Re: Great compilation

Thanks Andy
by Niel
Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:43 am
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: Our Tankwa Karoo sleep over
Replies: 13
Views: 4620

Re: Our Tankwa Karoo sleep over

Grapgat
by Niel
Sun Jan 11, 2015 5:40 pm
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: Our Tankwa Karoo sleep over
Replies: 13
Views: 4620

Re: Our Tankwa Karoo sleep over

Nice video Thys. Wil sommer die pad vat. :thumbup:
by Niel
Sat Jan 10, 2015 12:55 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Canvas in Cape Town.
Replies: 17
Views: 3057

Re: Canvas in Cape Town.

:thumbup:
by Niel
Fri Jan 09, 2015 10:26 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Canvas in Cape Town.
Replies: 17
Views: 3057

Re: Canvas in Cape Town.

Steve, pls let us know what you thought of the company doing the work - I am up for a awning extent ion shortly.
by Niel
Wed Jan 07, 2015 11:16 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Canvas in Cape Town.
Replies: 17
Views: 3057

Re: Canvas in Cape Town.

Camping concepts 021 931 1689 or Cristysports 021 712 5020.
by Niel
Mon Jan 05, 2015 11:38 am
Forum: Recommended accommodation and camping
Topic: HAMMELHOEK PRIVATE GAME RESERVE-TANKWA KAROO
Replies: 45
Views: 15354

Re: HAMMELHOEK PRIVATE GAME RESERVE-TANKWA KAROO

Ek gaan self daar uitval die jaar :thumbup:
by Niel
Tue Dec 23, 2014 12:08 am
Forum: Camping gear, Trailers and Other Non-electronic Gadgets
Topic: Advice on Camping Trailers PLS
Replies: 9
Views: 6721

Re: Advice on Camping Trailers PLS

I agree first rent one and see if pitching the tent is to your liking.......it takes a few min to pitch an with small kids it is up to you and the girlfriend. Use an echo 4 myself.
by Niel
Mon Dec 08, 2014 3:31 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Rolling black-outs - Eskom
Replies: 98
Views: 8496

Re: Rolling black-outs - Eskom

Mud Dog wrote:Strange that one has not heard a word from our President Jacob Zuma & Minister of Energy Tina Joemat-Pettersson on the #Eskom energy crisis
Andy the Afrikaans term comes to mind - "hulle is n NUL op die kontrak". Why they still get some of the tax payers money is ........
by Niel
Thu Dec 04, 2014 10:19 pm
Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
Topic: Thermo Coolers. Good or not?
Replies: 19
Views: 7377

Re: Thermo Coolers. Good or not?

A fellow traveler told me that he places a blue ice block on the bottom of the thermo cooler and that helps to drop the temp inside the cooler. He swaps them with a frozen one from his fridge in the back the van.
by Niel
Sun Nov 02, 2014 11:17 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Brakkenjan is dead!
Replies: 52
Views: 5575

Re: Brakkenjan is dead!

Bly jy is veilig.sterkte
by Niel
Sun Oct 26, 2014 10:40 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: A time to change underwear
Replies: 4
Views: 931

Re: A time to change underwear

This is the moment you seperate the men from the boys :wave:
by Niel
Tue Oct 21, 2014 10:42 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Trekoskraal
Replies: 4
Views: 992

Re: Trekoskraal

Was there on Sunday and definitely open.
by Niel
Wed Oct 08, 2014 9:43 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Gate roller
Replies: 4
Views: 925

Gate roller

Hi, I need your help. I require the below gate roller. I am unable to find it in CT after visiting 15 different companies. I did find it on an internet site but sadly they do not seem to be in business any more as they did not respond to my queries in more than 7 weeks. If you can tell me where to f...
by Niel
Fri Sep 19, 2014 12:31 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Late night/early morning crew
Replies: 2077
Views: 357681

Re: Late night/early morning crew

:celebrate:
by Niel
Mon Aug 11, 2014 11:21 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Kinders oor die grens vat
Replies: 5
Views: 904

Re: Kinders oor die grens vat

Lollie wrote:As swambo nie saam gaan nie,moet sy ook nog n verklaring by n polisiestasie gaan afle dat ek die kinders saam met my mag neem?
Dit is korek ja.
by Niel
Sun Aug 10, 2014 10:24 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: any decent air mattresses out there?
Replies: 13
Views: 1825

Re: any decent air mattresses out there?

Nic, thanks for the name (thermarest). That is the once I have and I can really reccomend them.
by Niel
Fri Aug 08, 2014 5:40 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: any decent air mattresses out there?
Replies: 13
Views: 1825

Re: any decent air mattresses out there?

Daai self inflates is die enigste permanente oplossig ek gebruik (myne by Outdoorwarehouse gekoop) so 16 jaar terug. Die opblaas goed is tjol, het al so 7 gehad en dit opgegee vir n bad job. Die self inflates moet net mooi verpak word (ander skaaf hulle deur) maar vat steeds baie minder plek op as d...
by Niel
Thu Aug 07, 2014 6:09 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Just had to share
Replies: 5
Views: 929

Just had to share

Respect :thumbup:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=70 ... =2&theater" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by Niel
Tue Aug 05, 2014 10:33 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: What's your favourite Camping spot near Cape Town?
Replies: 20
Views: 2656

Re: What's your favourite Camping spot near Cape Town?

http://riggtonriverfarm.co.za/photo-gallery" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; (Bonnievale)
Jamaka in Cederberge.
http://www.encounter.co.za/22-watervalle.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; (Porterville)
by Niel
Wed Jul 30, 2014 10:48 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Solar charging 12v 7Ah battery
Replies: 9
Views: 1935

Re: Solar charging 12v 7Ah battery

Probeer Setsolar (http://www.setsolar.co.za/contact.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;) ek koop maar by hulle. Dan is daar ook Tenesol (http://www.solarpanelsprices.co.za/category/tenesol-solar-panels-prices/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;) en sola...
by Niel
Tue Jul 29, 2014 10:38 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Vehicle batteries
Replies: 3
Views: 855

Vehicle batteries

I am not sure if this was posted before but here goes
by Niel
Sat Jul 26, 2014 9:15 am
Forum: Namibia
Topic: Etosha trip Junie 2014
Replies: 14
Views: 7907

Re: Etosha trip Junie 2014

Nice trip en fotos.
by Niel
Tue Jul 08, 2014 7:32 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Puncture repair - snot plug
Replies: 5
Views: 580

Re: Puncture repair - snot plug

I was actually referring to the period before use. On another forum they indicate the shelve life as 24 months for the actual plug. I was also of the opinion that the time frame was a lot longer.
by Niel
Mon Jul 07, 2014 11:59 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Puncture repair - snot plug
Replies: 5
Views: 580

Puncture repair - snot plug

Does snot plugs have a useful life period or shelve life. In other words must it be used in a specific period? I so why?
by Niel
Mon Jul 07, 2014 9:10 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Where to go check snow in platkar?........Ceres photos
Replies: 21
Views: 3030

Re: Where to go check snow in platkar?........Ceres photos

Was gister in Ceres, Witsenberg en Matroosberg. Net Matroosberg was die spreekwoordelike malhuis (wel dit was namiddag toe ons daar deur is) Die berge is wit van die sneeu. Sal later n foto of 2 posit. See pics: http://www.overlanding.co.za/viewtopic.php?f=65&t=74" onclick="window.ope...
by Niel
Mon Jul 07, 2014 10:11 am
Forum: Route Planning questions/discussions
Topic: Blomme in die Karoo
Replies: 21
Views: 3277

Re: Blomme in die Karoo

Andre, ek is nie seker waar julle kamp by Groenrivier nie maar ons het op n plaas so 4 km van die Groenrivier se hek af gebly. Sien hierdie trip report: http://www.hilux4x4.co.za/views/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=11629" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Hulle het wel kamp plekke oo...

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