Has anyone done one of those tag along tours??
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Just wondering if anyone out there has done one of those
tag along tours that are advertised. Thinking about a Simpson or a
Kimberley trip and as not overly experienced thought that this may be way to get some experience before launching out alone. Any comments, suggestions??
ALSO
anyone knwo anything about these Vortex Generators that are supposed to give better fuel consumption and horsepower. Driving an NP Pajero petrol
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Reply By: Member - Footloose - Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 15:12
Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 15:12
TBTA, you'll find a few tour operators on this
forum (not me :)
A tag a long is an excellent introduction to the country and 4wd techniques you need to develop before setting off by yourself. Joining a 4wd club is another great idea, as they often run training days and trips.
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Reply By: Member - John (Vic) - Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 15:16
Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 15:16
Leave your generator at home or it may be "Taken by Aliens"
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Follow Up By: takenbyaliens - Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 15:47
Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 15:47
Vortex generators fit into the air intake of the vehicle...but having done a bit more research myself I can answer my own question...snake oil!!!
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Follow Up By: Member - John (Vic) - Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 16:00
Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 16:00
Well there ya go, learn something new everyday :-)
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Follow Up By: Member - joc45 (WA) - Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 18:28
Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 18:28
The vortex generator sounds a bit like the use of the wind coming in thru the grille to turn the radiator fan around, thereby assisting the engine! LOL
Gerry
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Reply By: Mobi Condo - Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 19:26
Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 19:26
Hello takenbyaliens,
We have done a weekend trip and a 10 day trip ex
Adelaide by the same mob each time and had a WONDERFUL experience each time!
Bulked at the initial costs, but after trips were wondering why because the value was superb.
Not just a trip but total continual instruction and training along the way.
First was a weekend near
Beachport in SA, the second was a High Country Tour of the Huts.
If I am allowed to name the operators I shall do so in a follow up message.
Cheers Mobi
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Follow Up By: takenbyaliens - Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 19:54
Tuesday, Jul 15, 2008 at 19:54
Hi Mobi
High Country is on the good wife's hit list too.....what is the etiquette of naming someone...have seen others named so maybe ok?
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Reply By: Briar Tuck - Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 at 10:46
Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 at 10:46
Hi, We have just recently done a tag along tour across the
Simpson Desert and
Flinders ranges with a husband and wife outfit out of
Brisbane.
Worried about the cost, but after doing the trip realised it was an absolute bargain. Through out the trip had ongoing support and always felt we were in safe hands plus the knowledge these guys shared along the way was incredible. Being new to the game i felt that I gained so much confidence that now I would be quite happy to explore further afield. Also made some great new friends. Highly reccomend the tag along thing.
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Follow Up By: takenbyaliens - Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 at 15:21
Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 at 15:21
Were they by the name of Marian and Bob???
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Follow Up By: Briar Tuck - Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 at 15:59
Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 at 15:59
Yes, that's them.
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Reply By: takenbyaliens - Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 at 16:36
Wednesday, Jul 16, 2008 at 16:36
Thanks BT will have a good look at them.
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