Guest catweazle (Banned Member) Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 hi CW, That is right, he had to regularly had to lift the head to do the valves. One wonders what it is like to be bobing about in mid-Atlantic, This makes your Africa trip sound like a picnic :-D This second part (UK onwards) is covered in another book, which is equally entertaining. It is called "The Other Half of Half-Safe", by Ben Carlin i think it was a great wheez but pritty pointless,i can think of nicer ways to see all that water. Walk in the park a,Your names down to accompany me on my retirement trip in 2011,we do a north /south across the Sahara,then a copy of the army 101 trip west/east.:shocked: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Your names down to accompany me on my retirement trip in 2011,we do a north /south across the Sahara,then a copy of the army 101 trip west/east.:shocked: Is that a promise? :shake: You will have to fight me for the roofrack tent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest catweazle (Banned Member) Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Is that a promise? :shake: You will have to fight me for the roofrack tent No roofrack we are going in a Africar made from plywood 2cv mechanics.:rofl::rofl::rofl: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 No roofrack we are going in a Africar made from plywood 2cv mechanics.:rofl::rofl::rofl: At least we can pick it up and carry it over the rough bits :-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan (Swim-In) Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Hi Paul, Can you please provide me with your contact details and I will put you on my database so when I put out a group email you will be included? I have met most of the people who attend Corowa and there are always a few I don't get to meet and you must be one of these from 2008. We will meet in 2009. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest catweazle (Banned Member) Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 At least we can pick it up and carry it over the rough bits :-D Thats the idea you see 2cvs in the most remote places,think i have pics of wrecks in the sahara.oops giving the game away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Thats the idea you see 2cvs in the most remote places,think i have pics of wrecks in the sahara.oops giving the game away. Since you mentioned Africar, I looked it up, and from what I can see, the whole project was a disaster, ill thought out, etc. The originator was done for fraud apparantly. Not sure about trusting anything French made :shake:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest catweazle (Banned Member) Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 Since you mentioned Africar, I looked it up, and from what I can see, the whole project was a disaster, ill thought out, etc. The originator was done for fraud apparantly. Not sure about trusting anything French made :shake:. We will make our own,what you like with resin:rofl: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted October 18, 2008 Share Posted October 18, 2008 We will make our own,what you like with resin:rofl: Should not be too bad once we get stuck in to it :-D :rofl: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Degsy Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Should not be too bad once we get stuck in to it :-D :rofl: Ooooh thats so bad it hurts.:nono: Hope your car building is better than your jokes or you're in serious trouble.:cool2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Hope your car building is better than your jokes or you're in serious trouble.:cool2: Degsy, It was meant as a joke..........not sure whether to take him seriously at the moment, I want to hear the end of his first African journey :shake: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Degsy Posted October 19, 2008 Share Posted October 19, 2008 Yes, its a brilliant story and I am thoroughly enjoying it. I would love to accompany the pair of you on such a trip but unfortunately I doubt my health would stand up to it and that would not be fair on others, you can't 'carry passengers' on that sort of trip.:cry: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vets Dottir Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Hi Neil,Don't worry about bringing out a vehicle just book your flight and come out and join us. Nice thought! GO TO COROWA and take lots of photos so I can vicariously enjoy Hi Jan, thanks for pointing me here and it's good to see you in here!!! Carman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan (Swim-In) Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 Hi all, We have just released the first KVE newsletter. If I have you on my database you will receive a copy via email. If you aren't on my database then take a look at the website www.corowaswim-in.org Remember to keep looking at the website for any changes and updates. The following is only a small part of the newsletter. Secretary/Public Relations Report Another year has nearly flown by. Corowa 2009 is only 3 ½ months away. It is going to be a great year with lots of celebrations. This is the 30th Year of the event and I have attended 28 of these events. I missed 1982 and 1985 so I can justifiably say I know why people keep coming back and why we don’t want to make too many changes. To be apart of this in the future you are welcome to join KVE Inc. You can download a Membership Application Form off the website or ask me for a copy. News on the Meal functions: On the Thursday evening the Corowa Council would like to give recognition for our event especially since we have been in their town for the past 30 years and will put on a Civic Reception from 6pm. At this stage the plan is for the RSL club to provide some finger food and we will by our own drinks. It won’t be a long function so please come along. On the Saturday evening we have decided to get the Corowa Rotary Club to provide a meal for participants. We are aiming to commence the official proceedings at 7.30pm sharp. The Sunday evening Carvery meal at the Corowa RSL Club is always a great night. Auction: Donations for the auction would be greatly appreciated. Please bring them to the Site Office at Ball Park and hand them to a KVE member. We have an auctioneer from town running the auction and this money goes towards our insurance and running costs of the event. Camping at Corowa Airport: Tabitha at the airport would really appreciate people pre-booking their powered or non-powered sites so she knows how many people are staying. She is considering hiring more toilets and showers but she can only do this with knowledge of numbers. She is also willing to provide meals at a very reasonable cost. The same system will apply as in March 2008. The Airport is located at Redlands Road Corowa. Contact Tabitha and Tim Hughes on 0415 704748. Accommodation at Ball Park Caravan Park: For those requiring a powered site at Ball Park Caravan Park it is advisable to contact them ASAP. Some years they have run out of powered sites and with the increased interest for 2009 I would be getting in early. Contact Sonya & Andrew Palmer on (02) 60331426 We are after articles for our next newsletter so if you are a member or a participant and have anything you would like to contribute please forward to kveinc@optusnet.com.au Entry Forms: We have started putting together rally packs and appreciate if people can send back their entry forms ASAP. Please remember to send in your entry form & entry fee prior to the end of February so we have an indication of the numbers of vehicles and people attending. We will then be able to determine how many special mementoes to order. Please ensure you complete both pages of the entry form. You will realise that the second page asks for numbers of participants to the meal functions. Site Office: Please let me know when you are able to man the Site Office. There are many new faces and it is always a good opportunity to meet people. A list of duties will be provided so that anyone can help with this task. We do require a member from KVE to be on each shift and we would like to invite other participants to help out. Themes for 2009: There are 2 themes for 2009. The primary reason the event was set up is due to the amphibious vehicles so the main theme is Year of the Amphibious Vehicle. Unfortunately there may not be as much water in the river as we would like but it will be good to see a variety of these vehicles in attendance. A member who is bringing a Buffalo has already stated that he will take it in the river no matter if there is enough water or not. In 2002 we had Year of the Blitz and it was requested a few years ago to have a Year of the Blitz 2 for all those people who were still restoring their Blitz’s. Hopefully many of those will attend in 2009. Themes for 2010, 2011, 2012: In 2010 the theme will be Year of the Jeep. The theme for 2011 will be Year of the British and European Vehicles In 2012 the theme will be Year of the 6X6. Participants attending the event in 2009 will be able to make suggestions on the theme for 2013. Wednesday 11th March: School visit We are looking for a selection of vehicles to take to the Corowa Primary School at 10am. We have offered to give the children a chance to have a look at and hear some information from owners about your vehicles. A letter went out to all primary schools in the Corowa area and we currently have had responses from the Corowa Primary School and Lowesdale Public School. The 14 children from Lowesdale will be transported to the Corowa Primary School. Thursday 12th March: Trip to Maurice Wilson’s property We have been invited again to Maurice Wilson’s property on the outskirts of Corowa. This would be an ideal location if the Amphibious vehicles were able to do a trip down the river but at this stage a lot of water will be needed to fill the river. The road run will depart from Corowa Airport at 10am. Feel free to pack some lunch. Friday 13th March: Trip to Milawa: The current agenda is as follows: • 8.00-8.30 Depart Corowa • 9.00-9.30 Arrive Milawa • 9.30 Small parade through Milawa to primary school • 10.00 Visit Milawa primary school – activities and answer children’s questions • 11.30 Cheese factory/art gallery - cheese tasting and grab a bite to eat • 12.30 Mustard shop – taste different kinds of mustards • 13.00 EV olives – taste olives and olive oils and bring a container to fill up if you want to buy some olive oil • 14.00 Brown Brothers • 15.30 Depart Milawa Saturday 14th March: Parade, Swap Meet and other activities Saturday is the main day of activities commencing with a parade departing from near Ball Park at 9am sharp. Alex McPherson will be in contact with the Corowa Council and will give us a detailed report on the Traffic Management Plan for the parade shortly. This will be put on the website. With the large number of vehicles likely to be present we may need more assistance with the line up of vehicles prior to the parade. To make things easier make sure you register in at the Site Office during the week and place your vehicle number on your front windscreen or bumper bar. This is the easiest way for us to get a vehicle list together after the event. For those arriving on the Saturday morning make sure you go directly to the line up and see me for your vehicle number. If you pay your entry fee you will receive a vehicle certificate of attendance. After the parade, follow directions for parking your vehicle so we can obtain a group photo of the vehicles. We hope to have a number of marshals assisting us with this task. If you are able to help please let me know. The Corowa Rotary Club will be running the Swap Meet again in 2009. Please abide by their regulations and do not start selling until 9.45am, once the parade vehicles have been displayed. It will cost $5 per site and they will have lots of food available. The arena will be set up again near the airport for vehicle activities. For further information on the event please feel free to give me a call on 0423 943010 or send an email to kveinc@optusnet.com.au To ensure you are kept up to date with details send me an email to get on the database. Special thanks to Ben Hemmings for putting the newsletter together. He is also in charge of our website. On behalf of the committee and members of KVE Inc I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe, healthy and prosperous New Year. This newsletter is intended to go out to members of KVE along with past, present and future participants of the Annual GPA Swim-In and ex-Military Vehicle Gathering at Corowa, NSW, Australia. Let’s spread the word to people throughout Australia and the world about how great this event is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 For anyone who would like a taste for what the Corowa event is like, I have available, some excellent DVD's from the themed events in recent years. Take a look at www.milweb.net/webverts/45257/ Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArtistsRifles Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Just wish I could get over there with the Stalwart for some of these!! :-( Incidentally, just had an e-mail from my mate in Brisbane, apparently they've been hit by severe storms with 130 KpH winds and very heavy rain/large hail stones. Bad enough to derail a freight train at Caboolture and the emergenccy service inc. volunteer have been working flat out the last 24 hours to save people trapped by floodwaters. Hope this is not affecting you guys!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Incidentally, just had an e-mail from my mate in Brisbane, apparently they've been hit by severe storms Neil, I had an email over the weekend showing dramatic photos of the storm over there in Brisbane, The hailstones have to be seen to be believed. :shake: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArtistsRifles Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Mike said their weather paterns were shifting back to what used to be the norm for the 70's - so much for global warming!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vets Dottir Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 (edited) For anyone who would like a taste for what the Corowa event is like, I have available, some excellent DVD's from the themed events in recent years. Take a look at www.milweb.net/webverts/45257/ Richard I have YOTB ... "Year of the Blitz" ... love it! The storm in Brisbane sounds awful though and I hope everyone there, and their property and possesions (vehicles) weathered the storm ok!!! Edited November 24, 2008 by Vets Dottir Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan (Swim-In) Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Hi all, It is now only 4 weeks until our 30th Annual GPA Swim-In and Ex-Military Vehicle Gathering at Corowa, NSW, Australia. We have just released our second KVE Newsletter and you are welcome to look at it on our website www.corowaswim-in.org or send me an email with your contact details and I will add your name to my database. The following report is in the newsletter and I thought you might be interested in what goes on over in Australia. Secretaries / Public Relations Report This report contains some updated information. We are looking for articles from participants for our next newsletter which will go out in late April or May. For any contributions please send me an email kveinc@optusnet.com.au Entry Fee - $10 per vehicle I now have over 100 official vehicle entry forms and a number of entrants who are still unsure of what vehicle they are bringing to Corowa this year. I would like to encourage all participants to send in a form with a $10 entry fee as you will receive more than $10 in return. We have organised mementos and you will also receive a discount meal on the Saturday night provided by the Corowa Rotary Club. Some people are not bringing vehicles but are keen to receive the package and mementos we will be handing out. Group photo at 7.30pm Saturday 14th March of people who were at the first Corowa Swim-In in 1980: Important update on the Parade At this stage we are unsure what the status will be with Tracked Vehicles in the parade. They will probably form up in Edwards St. A driver’s briefing will be held probably on Friday for people with Tracked Vehicles. There have been some changes to the roads especially the entrance to Ball Park so we have decided to commence the Parade from Bangerang Park / Bowling Club Carpark. Due to the large number of vehicles we are expecting it would be great to have them lined up in categories such as Jeeps, Champs, motor cycles, Dodges, GMC’s, Studebakers etc. We will require a person to be the leader of each group of vehicles. The person will join the parade at the appropriate time and ensure the vehicles following line up at the Airport in the required places. Auction: Donations for the auction would be greatly appreciated. Please bring them to the Site Office at Ball Park and hand them to a KVE member. We need your support to make this a special event for our 30 year celebrations. Camping at Corowa Airport: Tabitha at the airport would really appreciate people pre-booking their powered or non-powered sites so she knows how many people are staying. Accommodation at Ball Park Caravan Park: For those requiring a powered site at Ball Park Caravan Park it is advisable to contact them ASAP. Themes for 2010, 2011, 2012: In 2010 the theme will be Year of the Jeep. The theme for 2011 will be Year of the British and European Vehicles In 2012 the theme will be Year of the 6X6. Participants attending the event in 2009 will be able to make suggestions on the theme for 2013. Ozamphibian Platypus This vehicle will be in Corowa during the week. Take a look at the information on the vehicle further in this newsletter. There will hopefully be a demonstration and talk on Thursday and possibly at other times during the event. ‘Classic Restos’ interviews and filming on Tuesday and Wednesday Mark Fletcher (otherwise known as Fletch) from Classic Restos on Channel 31 will be coming to Corowa on Tuesday 10th March and will be staying overnight to do a few interviews. His negotiated sponsors are American Autos Rare Spares & Valvoline. His company is called Itchybutt Productions On the Thursday evening the Corowa Shire Council would like to give recognition for our event especially since we have been in their town for the past 30 years and will put on a Civic Reception from 6pm at the Corowa RSL Club in Betterment Parade. At this stage the plan is for the RSL club to provide some finger food and we will buy our own drinks. Programme of events – updated information Tuesday 10th March: Visit to Bandiana Visit the Tooles Disposals Warehouse from 10.00am until 1.00pm 1.00pm: Visit The Army Museum Bandiana Wednesday 11th March: School visit. The convoy will depart Ball Park at 9.45am We are looking for a selection of vehicles to take to the Corowa Primary School at 10am. We have offered to give the children a chance to have a look at and hear some information from owners about your vehicles. There will be a list placed at the Site Office for participants to put their vehicle and name on so we get a selection of vehicles attend this event. If possible prepare a 5 minute talk on your vehicle and its use in the war. Thursday 12th March: Trip to Maurice Wilson’s property We have been invited again to Maurice Wilson’s property on the outskirts of Corowa. This would be an ideal location if the amphibious vehicles were able to do a trip down the river. The road run will depart from Corowa Airport at 10am. Feel free to pack some lunch. Demonstration and talk on the Ozamphibian Platypus. Take a look at the website www.ozamphibian.com Friday 13th March: Trip to Milawa: Friday 13th March: Talk by Major Graham Docksey at Corowa Airport Commencing now at 7.00pm instead of 5.30pm. Graham will provide participants with information on various topics including: • Practical Demonstration: with tac signs and weapons • Information on the Army History Unit Australia • Information on the Army Museum at Bandiana • Information on Graham’s Tours of Gallipoli Saturday 14th March: Parade, Swap Meet and other activities Saturday is the main day of activities commencing with a parade departing from near Bangerang Park at 9am sharp. After the parade, follow directions for parking your vehicle so we can obtain a group photo of the vehicles. The Corowa Rotary Club will be running the Swap Meet again in 2009. Please abide by their regulations and do not start selling until 9.45am, once the parade vehicles have been displayed. It will cost $5 per site and they will have lots of food available. The arena will be set up again near the airport for vehicle activities. Saturday 14th March: Dinner, Auction and Presentations Come and support the Dinner, Auction and presentations on Saturday evening. The Corowa Rotary Club will be providing a 2 course meal from 6pm. The Auction and Presentations will commence at 7.30pm. There is bound to be a combination of items of interest. Contributions to our KVE Newsletter We are after articles for our next newsletter so if you are a member or a participant and have anything you would like to contribute please forward to kveinc@optusnet.com.au This newsletter is intended to go out to members of KVE along with past, present and future participants of the Annual GPA Swim-In and ex-Military Vehicle Gathering at Corowa, NSW, Australia. Let’s spread the word to people throughout Australia and the world about how great this event is! Joining KVE Inc To be apart of the organising of the Swim-In in the future you are welcome to join KVE Inc. You can download a Membership Application Form off the website or ask me for a copy. Until next time, Jan Thompson - Secretary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Thanks for the update Jan and please keep them coming.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 And we've ben bitching about our weather for the last wee. Kep safe guy's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 We have just released our second KVE Newsletter and you are welcome to look at it on our website www.corowaswim-in.org Jan has asked me to point out that the www.corowaswim-in.org website, has just been updated and the second KVE newsletter is now on there. It had not been uploaded at the time of the original post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan (Swim-In) Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 We now have over 120 vehicles pre-registered for Corowa. They vary from Blitzs & Jeeps (by the dozens), Dodges, Land Rovers, a Buffalo, Kaiser Wrecker, motor cycles, Studebakers, staff cars, White Scout Cars, GPA's, a DUKW, LP4 Armoured Car, Pontiac utility, Haflinger, Mortar Carrier, Bren Gun Carriers, Alvis Sabre, White Half Track, AM General Prime Mover, CVRT Striker, Centurion Tank, Fargo, Unimog, HUMVEE, Moke, Kubelwagon and various others. I am still anticipating over 200 vehicles will be in attendance this year. Our theme next year is Year of the Jeep. It will be interesting to see if next years tally is higher than this years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakey985 Posted March 10, 2009 Author Share Posted March 10, 2009 From my intel, its all happening, with over 60 vehicles running around the country side. They are expecting over 200 for the parade on Saturday. Flat battery in the Lynx fuel leak in the half track but the spot light works on the MRV. All in a days work, we will be loading on Thursday and running up there on Friday morning. Today I'm of to the Avalon Air Show. Have a good day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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