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Submitted: Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014 at 17:38

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Member - Calimero

This's my first post on this forum and I would like to introduce myself. My name is Dan and I'm from Perth (WA).
Been visiting this web site earlier on several occasions, great source of info for trip preparations. Finally decided to sign up for the membership.
Love to travel the outback remote areas and yes I'm currently driving one of those love-or-hate FJ Cruisers. Among lot of small trips, last year we did GCR (WA's side) on the way to Uluru, Kings Canyon and Alice S. It was an awesome trip that left us now wanting more. May post some pics in the blog area later.
Found this place as a good source of credible reviews for 4wd and camping gear and car's access. Actually made a couple of purchases base on info found here. No regrets so far.

Cheers,
Dan

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Reply By: Kanga1 - Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014 at 18:28

Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014 at 18:28

G' day Dan, it doesn't matter what you drive, I'm pretty sure the common ground here is getting outback and seeing the back yard. Cheers, Kanga..

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Reply By: Michael ( Moss Vale NSW) - Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014 at 20:32

Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014 at 20:32

Welcome Dan! There is plenty of good knowledge on the forum here! Enjoy the ride! Michael

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Reply By: Mick O - Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014 at 22:45

Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014 at 22:45

Dan, welcome aboard man. Been seeing quite a few of the FJ's fully kitted up and out there on the roads less travelled these days. Pity Toyota aren't thinking of a diesel for them. Managed to test drive one around the Flinders Ranges when they were first released. I was quite impressed and the good wife is currently considering one as her "weekend getaway" drive (mind you I think she is besotted with the Jeep).

FJ Cruiser in the Flinders

Sounds like you've already judged the value of the site. There's a wealth of experience and knowledge here all for the asking.

Cheers and welcome.

Mick

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Follow Up By: Member - Calimero - Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014 at 23:55

Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014 at 23:55

Thanks Mick. I remember seeing this review before I purchased mine. Great write up. After driving this car for 2.5 years (as a daily drive too) I agree with the most stated in the review.
In 2012 I crossed Gammon, Flinders and Gawler ranges and couldn't fail this car as a touring machine.

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