HELP NEEDED. BROKEN DOWN IN ALICE

Thanks Andrew,
Unfortunatly, we think it has done a bolt in the timing thingo, (not mechanically minded), and it has gone through and smashed the engine. Looking at a new engine and it may be a claim against service people in bris if we can prove when they did the timing belt 3000 k's ago, they didnt tighten the tensioner bolt.
Ta
Mike

especially if you are talking a new engine, you can take the old one home and dump it on their storefront with a sign on it, "LOOK AT THIS!!!!" and still drive your bus home

I thought Bulls and his recycled Kenworths shut up shop ?

yeah bulls sold out a couple of years ago, to one of the big mobs.
can't remember which one off hand, toll i think.

Thanks Hairy,
Yep, one of those trips!!!!! Why did I come in peak season? No 4wds, no cars, ended up with a old falcon for a coupla days. Europcar will organise to get me a car, $1100 to get it to Alice as all of theres are booked, and $2100 to get it back from brisbane to Alice + hire rates that are through the roof.
I have been given the names of a few mechanics that are very good to deal with apparently. Am leaving Alice AM on Thursday 5th July to Brisbane on the 9th July.
There are 4 adults traveling
Cheers
Mike

Gday Mike,
Who are the mechanics? And do you want me to try and organise a 4wd?
Cheers

Hey Hairy,
I will be sending it over to Peter Kimbles Mitsubishi this morning as they will do an inspection and a full report. Then will look at it from there. A 4wd or even a large 2wd as a last resort. Had thoughts of hiring a 3 -4t flat top truck to take me and the truck home but no luck there either. Thanks for all you help Hairy, should try and catch up for a drink or several, I owe you that.
Mike

Gday Mike,
Peter "Kittles" is the mob you would be going to. There are a huge company and basically work on new cars, big turn over of mechanics (not bad but they wouldn't be my choice). After saying that, if it comes down to the mob who did your timing belt wanting a report and getting it fixed by a reputable dealer, Kittles would probably be their choice.
I dont really know anyone in the hire busness but I,ll ring around and see who does and get back to you this afternoon.
As for the beers I think Friday is a public holiday so Thursday night could be on the cards, Handy is in town too, he's usually thirsty!
Cheers

Gday Mike, I hope your there!
Ring "AVIS" ASAP on 136333 there is a 4WD available as we speak. but could get booked at any time. (shiittheads wont hold them antill you book it formally!)
Stay buy your computer, my daughters friends dad works for a hire company, We're trying to contact him.
Cheers

Back again,
Also try Budget on 89529999 they have one available from the 5th-13th if thats any good????
Ill keep trying...

Sorry that last number was for Thrifty rental, not budget!

Also try. 89535333 He has a Nissan ute? Available for a day or so and a jeep available tommorrow for the week.
Heres one more number I havent tried 1800077353 (4WD Hire Service), I have to go to an appointment so if you have no luck with any of the above give them a call.

Goodluck
Cheers

Thanks Hairy, you're a good man. Will call these now. In and out of internet kiosks so please forgive slow replies. My vehicle is dead, phone verdict is that the engine needs replacing :(

How did you go Mike?
Are you still around?
State of origin tonight isnt it?
Whats you email address?
Cheers

Hey Hairy,
Had to make a snap decision when I got back into town. We have managed to get a flight home, still no cars under $5k rental and drop off fee so am jumping on a plane. We made the dash this morning and board in a few minutes. Sorry we wern't able to catch up, maybe when I come back to pick up the car in a month or two.
Maroons to win tonight easily.
mikensue@bigpond.net.au
After much help and advice I have decided to get us all on a plane and get the vehicle fixed in Alice. The $1500+ to freight it home can be better spent by my wife and I Flying back in a couple of months, (yes, thats how long they want to look at it, get parts and repair), having a slap dash night or 2 at kings canyon, shouting you a dinner and driving home for a lot less money and stress than freighting. Only worrying bit is leaving the vehicle to the mechanics and saying send me the bill, without actually supervising or being there. A lot of good recomendations for mechanics and I may be green, but everyone I have spoken to in Alice seem very upfront and honest.
Anyway, thanks for all your help, will chat on other email as we go.
Cheers
Mike

Thanks Ian,
Will give you a call tomorrow.
Still dirty I missed out on those fish cakes and chilli sauce. Next time maybe.
Speak soon
Mike

Joined many many moons ago and am in ultra care. benefits only extend up to $3300 worth of help, towing, accom, rental recovery etc. That $3300 lasts about bugger all in outback situations. All be warned.

Totally agree about the proprietors of the G'Day Mate Caravan Park.

The guys across the road have hairs on them - user interface of a dead boar, but the G'Day Mate guys are pleasant, helpful and go out of their way to help.

thanks beachbum,
Will give them a call. Peter Kittles is busy all week so might give intune a bell,
Mitsu's phone diagnosis is a new engine so may well just ship it home.
Thanks Heaps
Mike