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First Name :   shinko Email address :   shinkolini@iprimus.com.au Where do you live? :   blackall qld Date (Month/Year) :   2/5/2007 Comments (30 words or less) :    Question (no answer guaranteed though) :   hi, how do you get better fuel econemy out of a 1997 3.2 petrol manual jack First Name :   Todd Email address :   toddster_au@hotmail.com Where do you live? :   Sydney Date (Month/Year) :   April 07 Comments (30 words or less) :   Just bought a 98 little 2 door Frontera. Interested to know what people think of these trucks. Question (no answer guaranteed though) :   Are there any other Frontera owners that can tell me what mods they have made and what type of off roading they have done? First Name :   kurt Email address :   kurtfischer@iinet.net.au Where do you live? :   Perth Date (Month/Year) :   23/4/7 Comments (30 words or less) :   Need answer to this question: Question (no answer guaranteed though) :   Hi It is almost time to replace the tyres on my 98 Jackaroo and I need some guidance as to what I can put on it. I seem to be getting different responses from fitters etc. Now I am aware of load and speed ratings so it is just the outside diameter that First Name :   Janie Email address :   dohp@bigpond.com Where do you live? :   Queensland Date (Month/Year) :   1998 Turbo Diesel Comments (30 words or less) :   This is my second Jackaroo. Great Cars love the Turbo Diesel, I have only had it for 4 weeks, and LOVE it! Question (no answer guaranteed though) :   My question is I have a button on my dash next to the hazard warning flasher button with a picture of a glow plug on it. I can not find any reference in the owners manual to what its function is, can anyone tell me what it is for? It can be pressed in as First Name :   martin Email address :   martinplayer@linknet.com.au Where do you live? :   Nthn. NSW Date (Month/Year) :   Feb. 07 Comments (30 words or less) :   RE. my last 2 question! Question (no answer guaranteed though) :   The new injectors hve been good-got rid of the throttle sensitivity. great!. No answer yet on the Cyclone unit. anyone tried it yet First Name :   Michael Email address :   michael510@westnet.com.au Where do you live? :   Porthedland Date (Month/Year) :   200207 Comments (30 words or less) :   Hi all ,Recently purchased 2000 Jackaroo , happy with it so far hope to do some 4x4 around Pilbara area ect. great site keep it up Regards Mick Question (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Geoff Email address :   ahddub@aapt.net.au Where do you live? :   Kapunda Date (Month/Year) :   02/07 Comments (30 words or less) :    Question (no answer guaranteed though) :   Hi Can anyone tell me of a web site or review that has information about 2002-2003 model jackaroos, I am looking to buy one but I need to know some details and info about diesel compares to ULP, auto compare to manual ect. Basically a jackeroo review. First Name :   Bill Email address :   bsmith123@btinternet.com Where do you live? :   methwold uk Date (Month/Year) :   01/07 Comments (30 words or less) :   Nice site Question (no answer guaranteed though) :   Does anyone know of any organizations of off roaders that also volunteer for off road search and rescue support in aid of official govt agencies. I am pondering starting a club in july when i move to the US (florida) where volunteer fire depts are qui First Name :   Bill Email address :   bsmith123@btinternet.com Where do you live? :   methwold uk Date (Month/Year) :   01/07 Comments (30 words or less) :   Nice site Question (no answer guaranteed though) :   Does anyone know of any organizations of off roaders that also volunteer for off road search and rescue support in aid of official govt agencies. I am pondering starting a club in july when i move to the US (florida) where volunteer fire depts are qui First Name :   Chris Email address :   loudaz181@msn.com Where do you live? :   Perth, WA Date (Month/Year) :   18/01/2007 Comments (30 words or less) :   Would love to hear from other Jackaroo owners in Perth wishing to discuss cars, trips, touring, mechanics, weekend drives or anything really. Feel free to email me. Question (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Martin Email address :   Player Where do you live? :   Nthn. NSW Mullumimby Date (Month/Year) :   Jan. 07 Comments (30 words or less) :   Has anyone fitted a Cyclone- More power, better fuel ecan.- Device to 3 ltr. Td.? Have heard they dont work! Pity, Could do with better f, econ. 10-11/100klms currently Question (no answer guaranteed though) :   Has anyone fitted a Cyclone- More power, better fuel ecan.- Device to 3 ltr. Td.? Have heard they dont work! Pity, Could do with better f, econ. 10-11/100klms currently First Name :   martin Email address :   melissaschynol@bigpond.com Where do you live? :   tasmania Date (Month/Year) :   15.1.2007 Comments (30 words or less) :   great site,would be interesting to read about all the cars,mods ect Question (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Adrian Email address :   afutrill@westnet.com.au Where do you live? :   Mount Isa Date (Month/Year) :   19/12/06 Comments (30 words or less) :   Great website especially Tech Talk Question (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Keithkez Email address :   keithkez@bigpond.net.au Where do you live? :   Werribee Date (Month/Year) :   20/11/2006 Comments (30 words or less) :   Great website guys! Very happy owner of 01 SE turbo diesel we had chipped to tow our van and now puts out nearly 150Kw and 450Nm torque. Great tow bus!! Question (no answer guaranteed though) :   Does anyone know if anybody sells after market Auto Transmission coolers for 01 SE turbo diesel?? She gets a bit hot towing 2.5 tonne caravan lol. First Name :   Brett Email address :   nteasdale@datafast.net.au Where do you live? :   Hamilton Vic Date (Month/Year) :   11/2006 Comments (30 words or less) :   Informative web site.If you are ever in the neighbourhood feel free to drop in! (President of local club) Question (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Dave Email address :   david.powell@internode.on.net Where do you live? :   Victoria Comments :   TechTalk #10: I also had seized/rusted rear caliper guide bolts on my 97 SE owned since new. Now do all my own servicing! Note: specified torque for rear is 32ft-lb. TechTalk #10 states 54ft-lb which is correct for front only. In 9 years have only had abo Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Can you suggest part suppliers other than GMH? First Name :   martin Email address :   martinplayer@linknet.com.au Where do you live? :   byron bay Comments :   Re the latest - Oct. 06- recall on diesal Jacks for replacment injectors [ I have 2002 SE] Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Has anyone had theirs done yet and if so any problems after the work done? Also does everyone suffer same low range throttle sensitivity- almost imposs. to get smooth ride! First Name :   gavin Email address :   g69h@hotmail.com Where do you live? :   liverpool Comments :   hi Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   brett Email address :   varbt_28@hotmail.com Where do you live? :   Geelong.VIC Comments :    Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   I have a 4cylinder head 4 sale ONO. off 1982 jackaroo EC. First Name :   anthony Email address :   anthony.treveton@ruswin.com.au Where do you live? :   towsville Comments :   i have a 01 monterey with exhaust, snorkel,k+n filter+tunit chip enjoying power gains and fuel econ anyone else done the same.Tec talk needs power upgrades included Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Darren Email address :   darren_joanne@bigpond.com.au Where do you live? :   Hervey Bay QLD Comments :   Hi.I hope you can help me.I own a 2000 3l diesel.After Inject recall done rough idle, stalling unsafe to drive.Holden have had it in total 13 days.they have no idea is wrong what.Ready to burn it and holden.Any ideas would be appreciated. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Richard Email address :   richard@treeofhealth.com.au Where do you live? :   Kellyville Ridge Comments :   I have a Holden Jackaroo 2001 model I have the needto carry more fuel and I am hearing aposing comments, do you have any advice Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Do you know anybody that has put in a Long range fuel tanks into a 2001 Holden Jackaroo First Name :   wayne Email address :   pooie101@hotmail.com Where do you live? :    Comments :   this is a good site lot to see Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   i just bought a 1986 jack just want to know what grade gear oil to use in the diffs & gearbox want to change all oils thanks First Name :   tony Email address :   jasan@seol.net.au Where do you live? :   millicent S.A. Comments :    Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Im looking at buying a 97 3.2 lt jackaroo with about 121000 on clock what should i look at in wear & tear , it looks like it has mostly road work. thank you First Name :   Jim Email address :   pana2137@bigpond.net.au Where do you live? :   Sandford Tas Comments :   Found your website hoping to see some Q/A about problems/solutions for Jackaroo vehicles particularly later model turbo diesels. As a recent purchaser of a 2000 model am starting to become aware of pitfalls previously unknown prior to purchase. ie diffucu Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   It seems later model turbo diesels have had recalls due injector seals/ injector faults! Local agent unable to satisfy my queries as to why. Pre purchase read-up indicated motor is way ahead of its time. When I asked local agent is it good he stood in abj First Name :   Craig Email address :   cdhawk@people.net.au Where do you live? :   engadine,nsw Comments :   Hi to all you people who have one the BEST value for money fwd made ie, 3.0 td se evan with it poblems. tip number one make sure you use 5w30 or 10w40 oil only. AND NO I DO NOT WORK FOR HOLDEN. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Eden Isabelle Email address :   eden_isabelle@yahoo.com.br Where do you live? :   Lafayette Comments :   Im webmaster of http://adodara.batcave.net/premarin/ and I can say that your site is really unique. I have been a fan for a long time also. I love your webite. Your artwork is amazing. You rock! Yes, very nice. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   not now First Name :   phil Email address :   npsctate@bigpond.net..au Where do you live? :   Perth Comments :   For over 3 years have had an intermittent fault with our 2000 Holden Jackaroo Automatics Transmission.No Transmission specialist will guarantee to fix? Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   If anyone has had a similar problem, where the tranny seems to slip back to 1st from 3rd mainly on cold days but does not have to be? First Name :   Terry Email address :   tb33@optusnet.com.au Where do you live? :   Melbourne Comments :    Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   I am looking at converting my 2002 V6 3.5l petrol Jackaroo to LPG. Apparently the std tank is replaced with a 70litre LPG and a 50 litre petrol tank. Has anyone done this? If so, I would appreciate any feedback on the pros and cons of this. Thanks First Name :   Lariyah Ariyelle Email address :   lariyah_ariyelle@bol.com.br Where do you live? :   Albany Comments :   Its cool!.. Nice work... Webmaster of http://medcure.bravehost.com/xenical/ Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   not yet First Name :   Rog Email address :   elevenouncer@hotmail.com Where do you live? :   Portland, OR. USA Comments :   Great site, Great looking club, Great activities. I have an 88 Isuzu Trooper, and we have no such club in my parts. Im considering joining your club as an overseas member. Maybe someday I could actually attend your meetings too. Rog. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Eric Email address :   etsmith@netspace.net.au Where do you live? :   Brisbane Comments :   Hi there, we are off to Cape York Leaving June 23rd. We are going in our Jackaroo Diesel, with 2 boys 10 and 12 years and the wife. ** Anyone with kids interested tagging along email me, etsmith@netspace.net.au Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Craig Email address :   cdhawk@people.net.au Where do you live? :   Engadine,nsw Comments :   Hi we drive a 1999 3.0 lt td.Thinking signing up. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Cameron Email address :   Garden.State@bigpond.com Where do you live? :   Tyabb, Victoria Comments :    Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   I have an 03 Turbo diesel Auto Nullarbor. Every service Ive had warrantee issues. Does anyone know any holden dealer with a mechanic who really knows these vehicles? First Name :   john Email address :   rebblist@yahoo.com Where do you live? :   calif.usa Comments :   good to see you all geting out there some good looking land to be seen here we have a lot of desert i dive an 74 fj55 keep on weeling and good luck Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   what the heck is a jakaroo we dont havem here.thanx john First Name :   rick Email address :   rickdweldon@optusnet.com.au Where do you live? :   beachmere qld Comments :   would love to join a roo club Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   please tell me if there is a jackaroo club around brisbane somewhere First Name :   Chris Email address :   crgale@mweb.co.za Where do you live? :   Zambia Comments :   Got a 93 Bighorn and an old lady Landcruiser 89 FJ62. Nice site! Keep it up Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   kelly Email address :   kelly4x42001@YAHOO Where do you live? :   san diego ca Comments :   NICE WEB SITE Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :       Build you own website | Yahoo! GeoCities First Name :   geoff Email address :   gkharding@optusnet.com.au Where do you live? :   coffs harbour Comments :   what agreat web site,plenty to look at Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   anybody know about speedo to stop working (92 turbo diesel jack) First Name :   jim Email address :   jimmcgann@bigpond.com Where do you live? :   epping Comments :   gday all great site just updated our 93 jackaroo to a 2002 turbo diesel and very happy. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   any info on suspension to improve the off road manners etc would be appreciated First Name :   Peter Email address :    Where do you live? :   Langwarrin Victoria Comments :   Top site much better than the Vic Jackaroo site.(Sorry to say,but its true). Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Saul Email address :   saul.wende@amepl.com.au Where do you live? :   Perth Comments :    Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Hi All. Just found your site after doing a Google search. I have a 2001 SE TD. Im chasing info on how to best set up an Engel fridge with the existing dual/double factory fitted batteries. One retailer I spoke to said that I would need to install a third First Name :   craig Email address :   crakles@hotmail.com Where do you live? :   kojonup w.a. Comments :    Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   im looking to purchase a jackaroo 1998 onwars. can the jackaroo accomdate 1 to 2 child seats with anchor points in such a position that a cargo barrier can be installed( to stop the dog licking the baby) thanks if you are able to answer this First Name :   Ray Email address :   sray@dodo.com.au Where do you live? :   Sydney Comments :   Great site. I must try and make some time to get to one of your meetings. I dont live too far away from your meeting place. I have a 93 LS Auto Petrol. It goes well but uses too much petrol. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Where can I get some cheap petrol? :-) First Name :   craigh Email address :   snow@snow.com.au Where do you live? :   Berridale Comments :   had oil leak on transfer case two mechanics and myself could not find it. only leaked on long high speed trips.gear box was dry around town. it was the seal on 2-4wd selector shaft. found by Advanced Trasmissions ACT. might help some one Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Barry Email address :   ledgerb@bigpond.com Where do you live? :   Orange NSW Comments :   Great Site (Have a 1998 v6 se) Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   SANTIAGO Email address :   TECNOVISION@PRODIGY.NET.MX Where do you live? :   MEXICO Comments :   THANKS FOR THE INFO IN YOUR WEB PAGE.. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Eugene Email address :   eugene@duneoffroad.co.za Where do you live? :   South Africa Comments :   Greetings from a fellow Trooper (Jackaroo?) owner in South Africa. Can anyone help with some spares? Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   charles Email address :   cfritchley@optusnet.com.au Where do you live? :   Bangor, Sydney Comments :    Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Hi i have a Jackaroo Monteray 1998 i am looking for drivers side mirror and drivers side headlight,secondhand, reconditioned or new i would be interrested to know if someone in the club can help i look forward to your response regards Charles First Name :   Dan Email address :   sparkydan@westnet.com.au Where do you live? :   Brunswick Jn, WA Comments :    Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Does anyone know where I might get a service manual for my 93 V6 LS First Name :   Andrew Email address :   meadow@ij.net Where do you live? :   Florida USA Comments :   I would love someday to join you on one of your trips. Maybe it will happen! Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Hello, I live in St. Petersburg, Florida, USA and have a 94 Isuzu Trooper. I use it frequently to travel through the Withlacoochee forest, which has many swamps or perhaps, billybongs as you may call them. My Trooper is outfitted with a brush gua First Name :   paul Email address :   piggy04@optusnet.com Where do you live? :   morayfield qld Comments :   great website.Ihave a 92V6 jackaroo.2suspension lift,2body lift,and have fited some 33mudders. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   just wanted to know if anyone has locked the rear diff on a 92 v6. Im thinking of weilding it up.As ARB air lockers are too expensive. First Name :   lars Email address :   mercon@spray.se Where do you live? :   Sweden Comments :   I have a Isuzu Trooper-87,owning a Holden Jackaroo sounds better so i need the emblems,front and side and rear,can anyone help me? Lars Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Crozo Email address :   mcrosby@yp-connect.net Where do you live? :   Kadina SA Comments :    Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   My 2002 3.0ltr Dist is AUTO has any body done much towing with an auto and have they towed in O/D or not & trans Cooler ??? Please Email me First Name :   ricky Email address :   rickytrickyone69@aol.com Where do you live? :   ferntree gully , victoria Comments :   great site. better than the vic jackaroo site. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   I have a 98 se v6 jackaroo. I recently installed new ome shocks & need advice on spring selection for better on/offroad performance First Name :   Adam Email address :   belindasenior@optusnet.com.au Where do you live? :   Murrumba Downs Comments :   Great site Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Just purchased 94 Jackaroo V6 auto enhanced by HSV no 105 anyone have any info or specs would be appreciated First Name :   jace garcia Email address :   jg@efreighters.com Where do you live? :   albuquerque,nm.u.s.a. Comments :   hello from the great southwest of the usa.working on an 1989 troopr,and was looking around the web.not to many troopers out here where i live.but i got one!! Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   can people from over here become a member over there? First Name :   paul Email address :   paulandnic@pacific.net.au Where do you live? :   chester hill Comments :   great site Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   have any of your members fitted an after market trans oil cooler to their jacks.Ive got a 95 mod 3.2ltr petrol.Just burnt my box with no explanation except 3thousand dollars for a 2nd hand unit.any help would be terrific.thanks First Name :   david Email address :   dpearce@picknowl.com.au Where do you live? :   adeladie Comments :   nice web page well set out easy to use pleanty of intresting info ..thank you Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   i have a 1997 jackaroo i feel it is a bit under power is there any thing your member have changed to there jackaroos...v6 petrol..4 speed automatic First Name :   MAX Email address :   maxlombardo@hotmail Where do you live? :   concord Comments :   great site. not into clubs normaly but yours may change my mind! Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   i have a 91 GQ patrol 3ltr petrol engine, i have trouble on cold mornings it tends to idle very eratikly until it gets to running temp and then it settles down. can anyone set me straight? thanks max First Name :   David Email address :   davhaz1@tpg.com.au Where do you live? :   Gold Coast Comments :   Hi guys, just reading some of the trips reports I miss the trips since I moved north. Might ahve to trade down to a Commodore (Only Kidding) David Marsh Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Peter Email address :   peter.samuels@alphapharm.com.au Where do you live? :   Brisbane Comments :   Great site Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Does anyone have any details on replacing the timing belt on the 3.2L V6. How do you do it, diagrams, tips etc First Name :   Michael Email address :   michaellinde@optusnet.com.au Where do you live? :   Orange Comments :   Your sight looks great. Some great pictures and interesting stories. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Have you considered, or have you already done the bridle trail from Bathurst to hill end, then to Orange? There are many challenging tracks in the area with lots of history. First Name :   Chris(tine) Email address :   ChrisE24@msn.com Where do you live? :   Shellharbour Comments :   Have just found your site and found it excellent Thank you Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   We have a Jackaroo SE 3.0L Turbo Diesel 2001. Have any of your club members had problems engine- wise with similar vehicles? Poor performance over heating when towing oil probs etc Thank you First Name :   gavin Email address :   gavwacker@bigpond.com Where do you live? :   kariong (centeral coast) Comments :   great site Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Dudley Email address :   dsiviour@glossophs.sa.edu.au Where do you live? :   Renmark S.A. Comments :   Very interested in the Tech Talk on your Web site as I have bought a 1993 Jackaroo 3.1D Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   I have been searching for a Repair Manual for the Jackaroo Diesel but no luck. Can you help? I like to do all my own work on my cars. First Name :   michael Email address :   mjmat_17@yahoo.com Where do you live? :   bundaberg Comments :   great site mate! just wondering can anyone help me i have a 1982 jackeroo and want to fit a 202 blue motor or v6 can anyone help does the gear box housing have to be changed an what other stuff has to be done? Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   just wondering can anyone help me i have a 1982 jackeroo and want to fit a 202 blue motor or v6 can anyone help does the gear box housing have to be changed an what other stuff has to be done? First Name :   Michael & Melanie Email address :   purchasing@pembrokebusiness.com.au Where do you live? :   Gillieston Heights (Hunter Valley) Comments :   Great site.Looks like you guys have great fun.Very informative. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   If anyone knows where this is a good Jackaroo Turbo diesel around the to we wuold be very glad to from you. First Name :   jason Email address :   jazzisdaman@hotmail Where do you live? :   Springwood Brisbane Comments :   Hi peoples great site love the pics. Just bought a 89 SWB jack so Im always looking for new web sights Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   If any one has any tips on going 4WD,improving my beast,or just some pics just send them to my E-mail Thanks heaps First Name :   Allan Email address :   am223@optusnet.com.au Where do you live? :   Dapto Comments :   Having a Jacaroo I took a look at your web page, found it both informative and interesting. I am a member of the South Coast 4WD club. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   david Email address :   djmell@dodo.com.au Where do you live? :   tewantin qld Comments :   great site will be droping in from time to time Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   we drive a 2003 3.0lt diesel auto and find that when you lift your foot off the go pedal the engine drops back to an idle giving you no engine braking-- does anybody know of a mod to fix this problem? regards david mell First Name :   Jen Email address :   theduktale@yahoo.com.au Where do you live? :   Shellharbour Comments :   Very informative site Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Peter Email address :   peter.samuels@alphapharm.com.au Where do you live? :   Brisbane Comments :   Great site. Any clubs in Brisbane? Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   I own a 97 3.2L Petrol Jackaroo. What is the life expectency of the timing belt? Anyone have one let go? What damage (if any) did it cause? First Name :   Kerrie Email address :    Where do you live? :   Biboohra, QLD Comments :   Our 1982 Jackaroo has 493 000 k and is still running its original motor, untouched. The diesel is unkillable and its a permanent part of our family. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   paul Email address :   paulandnic@pacific.net.au Where do you live? :   sydney Comments :   great site.ive just downloaded membership forms Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   dec 94 jackaroo 4sp auto.3.2ltr petrol.can u shift from 2wd to 4wh while moving??? First Name :   John Email address :   jwelch@aceradio.com.au Where do you live? :   Warrnambool (Vic) Comments :   Just picked up my new work unit Its a brand new Jackaroo Turbo Diesel. Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Central locking was not included,is it a hastle to fit. I would like to use genuine unit. First Name :   Bob & Elke Email address :   aark@bigpond.com Where do you live? :   Perth Comments :   Gday all We at last have returned to Perth after spending about about six months in Brisbane after leaving Sydney. This is the first time we have had the oppertunity to check out the new Jackaroo site. Its great, a good improvement over the last site. It Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :    First Name :   Patricia Waine Email address :   pastricia@rainbowbeach.info Where do you live? :   Rainbowbeach/Fraser island Comments :   We are deeply comitted to stoping fraser island being closed to personal 4x4/camping/fishing etc There will be a rally at easter 2004 to keep the island open to all please assist if possible Questions (no answer guaranteed though) :   Why is national parks so determend to close fraser island is it due to coruption ????? First Name :   Allan Murray Email :   am223@optuslink.com.au Comment :   As a member of the South Coast 4wd club and own a 2000 Jackaroo S I took a tour of your web site and was very impressed. I will check it out further later. Merry Christmas to all. Questions :    First Name :   Scott, Los Angeles, CA, USA Email :   smkewgn@aol.com Comment :   Hello all! My girlfriend is flying home to Mullumbimby, NSW for the holidays and will be about Eastern Austrailia til late Jan. 04. We are both Isuzu Trooper owners. She drives a 86 2-door LS and I drive an 89 4-door S w/ a 3 Calmini lift, First Name :   Alan Email :   bigalan7@bigpond.net.au Comment :   Have missed you all but after the big easter trip had to change the the GQ. Now to bring the beast in with the power of the 4.8 and tread where the 4.2 left its mark. Still have a lot of work to do but I have been keeping up. First Name :   Paul Email :   paulotten@optusnet.com.au Comment :   Our 1990 swb jacky had large tear in floor, just in front of ECU bracket about 200 mm in front of seat belt bolts. Does any one know what has caused this? First Name :   Barry Email :   bkearns@scu.edu.au Comment :   HI Just printed off your membership form will be in touch soon. Owner of 94 jack live northern NSW. Barry First Name :   Will Email :   whvisser@froggy.com.au Comment :   Jackaroo (1989) owner from Brisbane Good site, found the techtalks interesting. Would love to contact any members who know about the Hitachi computers used in the 2.6 ltr petrol models! First Name :   JASON Email :   lomac@bigfoot.com.au Comment :   Wish we had a club like yours in Kalgoorlie WA.Have a 2000 model T/D ,265/75/16,bullbar,2 inch suspension lift,3 inch cat back exhaust,next 2 inch body and 33s she goes well out bush First Name :   Garry Email :   Garry.Saunders@transgrid.com.au Comment :   Great website! I have had a 1994/5 Jackaroo for 4-5 years and although keen havent done any serious 4WD work because of lack of skills and therefore confidence. Looks like you have a great time. Living at Silverdale and not that far from your club house, First Name :   Jenny Email :   jennysargeant@optusnet.com.au Comment :   Great site! Were looking at buying a Jackaroo Nullabor. Is it a good idea? Never had a Jackaroo before - only Landcruiser 80 series and 100 series. Please let me know what you think of your Jackaroo 4WD. Regards and thanks Jenny First Name :   Kim Email :   kim.glenn@optusnet.com.au Comment :   Hi, Ive been searching the net for a 4WD course for my husband to take in our Jackaroo. First Name :   Robin Email :   macanfam@bigpond.con Comment :   Congratulations on a v.good site First Name :   john Email :   jjfranklin@froggy.com.au Comment :   Hello fellow skippy drivers, we own a 93 swb that we both love but unfortuneatly live in QLD where there are no clubs like yours. I wish there was so i could learn more about our cars.Any way happy trails. John and Janine. First Name :   Ian Bradshaw Email :   bradshi@doh.health.nsw.gov.au Comment :   Spreading the word around at the RRCS. One or two new or near new vehicles on site. Bit luck you will hear from Dallas (Landcruiser 80) First Name :   Maree Email :   ozziesunset@bigpond.com Comment :   Very good site.Found the tech tips very helpful. Have a 2000 turbo diesel Jackaroo auto, with over 140.000 on the clock , it is on its 3rd turbo, but it has been to Simpson and Cape York and a lot of dirt roads. First Name :   Paul Email :   brooks10@bigpond.com Comment :   Enjoyed the story on the Watagan State Forest but it has no date or explanation where it is. First Name :   paul Email :   paulandnic@pacific.net.au Comment :   great site.ive just bought a 95 mod jackaroo auto with the 3.2 petrol engine.any feedback on this model would be greatly appreciated... First Name :   steve Email :   s.martin@cnn.net.au Comment :   I just purchased a 2001 se..trading a 99 statesman changover now I know I done the deed but would appreciate members comments on the deal.........please convince me I got a good deal.... Nifty web site lots of good stuff keep up the good wor First Name :   Pat Email :   pat.timmins@dpws.nsw.gov.au Comment :   I am intending attending your next meeting in Oct, however as a new jackaroo 03 mod owner I have lots of questions I would love to run by someone who is familiar with the vehicle in regard to improvements that may be available to enhance on road stability First Name :   Grahame Email :   yayyum@yahoo.com.au Comment :   I found your sight to be very informative and i am thinking of joining your club very soon First Name :   Peter Willmott Email :   vk3tq@dodo.com.au Comment :   nice site First Name :   Jen Email :   rainbowgypsies@msn.com Comment :   Great site...Hope to join you all in 2004 First Name :   Barry Email :   ledgerb@bigpond.com Comment :   Great site, whish the club was closer Barry Ledger 1998 V6 SE Jackaroo First Name :   Chris Email :   cthomson17@hotmail.com Comment :   The best site i have seen on the jackaroo.I would like to join your club there are no jackaroo clubs here in Brisbane. First Name :   Eddie Email :   eddieretimana@hotmail.com Comment :   Hi Jackaroo club. Is that the barn doors of Patrol (or Prado) I see of the home page of the Jackaro club web site? Any truth to the rumour that Isuzu has pulled out of the 4wd market? Do you know what Holden will do as a replacement for Jackaroo, First Name :   Paul Email :   brooks10@bigpond.com Comment :   I am thinking of purchasing a 99 jackaroo V6 petrol engine with 71,000 ks. It appears to have been fully serviced and is in very good condition appearence wise. Is anyone in your club able to adivse me whether this sounds like a good buy. First Name :   Eugene Email :   e.visser@mweb.co.za Comment :   Troopers rule! Thanx for a great site. South Africa needs more Troopers! You call them Jackaroos in Oz? Isnt that a silly name? First Name :   rolf Email :   rolph@bigpond.net.au Comment :   none yet , just about to start looking at a website about the 4wd we love First Name :   David Email :   dcwjwaugh@tsn.cc Comment :   good site! looking for information on upgrading my 2000 Jackaroo First Name :   Barry Email :   barjoegriffin@yahoo.com.au Comment :   would like to know if you have a sister club in southeast Queensland. I am an owner of a jackaroo and would be keen to join a jackaroo club to assist with setting up my vehicle and learning from others experience. Thanks Barry & Kerri GRIFFIN First Name :   andrew Email :   andrew.weaving@bigpond.com.au Comment :   to anyone who doubts the strength of a Jackaroo. I have an 83 diesel jackaroo as a padock basher and regularly put it through hell. I rolled it once and it landed back on its wheels ready to drive again and we regularly jump up to 1.5 mtrs in the air... First Name :   Ben Email :   ben.halcomb@olympus.com.au Comment :   cool site, I think I will try and join your club, Ben, First Name :   Jim Email :   butlerjc@ozemail.com.au Comment :   Im just drooling over the trip reports. So much of Australia and only one lifetime ... First Name :   Jeff Phillips Email :   jeff.phillips@bigpond.com.au Comment :   I found the techbical topic no 5 comment interesting as the tyre I was going to use on the Gibb River road in WA was the wrangler ap.Maybe not now. First Name :   Wal Email :   wal.phelps@bigpond.com Comment :   A great site for sure, but maybe Im just a little bit biased. First Name :   RODNEY Email :   R.MDAVIS@BIGPOND.COM.AU Comment :   DINNER GUESTS AT RANKING SPRINGS A FINE BODY OF POEPLE First Name :   Eirik Email :   eirik.heggebakk@sensewave.com Comment :   NICE WEB-SITE!! From a Norwegian studying in Brisbane that just got his first Jackaroo!! Heaps of FUN!! :) First Name :   Jon Email :    Comment :   Nice website, some of the photos are excellent, eg the solar eclipse. Would also like to see more of your diesels, close-ups of all the gritty details please. Compared to Oz there are not as many off-road opportunities here in Austria.. First Name :   Paul Email :   transit@tpg.com.au Comment :   Excellent website. Very professional. It certainly makes me interested to going on one of your day trips with the family. Good to see you also offer training courses for the new 4wd owners. Very impressed. First Name :   Allan Email :   arferr@bigpond.com Comment :   The update is very good,our members take some very interesting shots.Question Were there anymore vehicles at Howes Valley? First Name :   Rob. & Heather Kirkpatrick Email :   robk@vondebt.com.au Comment :   S.A. owner of 1997 3.2 Jackaroo SE Auto, 110K km, many trips made to Outback & other 4WD places. Seen the Cooper in flood. Greetings. First Name :   Col Email :   cphunt@hotmail.com Comment :   Lots more photos needed, particularly of Diesel Jackaroos First Name :   gavin Email :   gavwacker@bigpond.com Comment :   the best website I have seen in 4wdriving First Name :   Steve Email :    Comment :   One of the best 4wd sites Ive looked at. Looks like you guys have a lot of fun. Very impressive. First Name :   RODNEY Email :   R.MDAVIS@BIGPOND.COM.AU Comment :   GREAT SITE to top of page.