I drove Skytrek in 1999 so it's been going for a while now. We had our lunch in a very picturesque dry creek bed. After lunch the fun started, some very steep and narrow tracks to traverse. What a day!!
@@michaelswonderfulworld far out mate. It’s been going for a while. I wonder what the track was like back in 1999. Still has the steep country towards the end Cheers Tim.
@@timbates4wdadventures G'day Tim, we did it October 1999, in my new 1999 GU 4.2T, it had less than 10,000ks on it. It even had the standard H/T Bridgestones on it. My wife, two kids 4 and 2yo, over loaded looking back and very green of our requirements out there. We also towed our newly built off road trailer on that trip and we took way too much stuff along. Anyway, we shredded a rear tyre coming into William Creek so no spare for SkyTrek or the rest of the tripping around the Flinders. We learnt a lot and Skytrek was our introduction to Four Wheel Driving. We survived, my wife still has the Patrol, I got another 4.2Ti 4 years later and still driving it 21 years later with 500,000ks on it. The track seems similar, some changes for safety may have been implemented but I'm sure it the same great day out. Thanks for sharing your day out. We have a substantial amount of old Video 8 tape of the day I must drag it out and have a look. Cheers Mick
Tim, 1995 was open to the public, here is a little bit about it. "In 1985 Carmel & Brendan joined Brendan's parents in a partnership to obtain Willow Springs and took the first step in diversifying into the tourist industry, by developing the Shearer's Quarters as an alternative accommodation facility in the Flinders Ranges. With sheep and cattle still a major part of everyday living on Willow Springs, Willow Springs has transformed into a popular tourist destination. In 1995 the 60km Skytrek 4WD tour was constructed. In 2012 the route was changed and now stays exclusively on Willow Springs Station." Regards, Mick
Tim, that continues sqeaking from the troll would drive me nuts. Had a similar noise emitting from mine, turned out to be front body mounts, right up front in behind bull bar. Can't remove them as body needs to lift off but I managed to grease and lube enough to eliminate that friggin annoying sqeak. Maybe your situation, just maybe worth lubing them also. Was meant to do that loop in 2023, but silly old me had some minni strokes (TIA's) on route so ended up spending a week in Whyalla hospital instead. Wasn't the break I was intending to have, but got looked after treamendously well, so can't complain. My travelling companions did it and loved it. My turn will come. Thanks
G'day mate, To be honest the sqeaks are worse on the video than what i hear in the drivers seat. I'll looking it your tip though. The body mounts are still the original rubber mounts. Thats no good mate on your health when you went. Take care mate, and i hope you can get up into the Flinders soon mate. Thanks mate. Cheers Tim
Great videos, Tim definitely on our to see places, the old rats coffin with dead horse straight from the travel buddy, can't beat that mate. Also Travel Buddy made in our town Bendigo. Cheers Steve and Rochelle.
@timbates4wdadventures Yes mate on the bucket list.Eldee station stay out past Silverton is a good spot as well plenty of steep tracks and bush camping.Cheers Steve and Rochelle.
I did Skytrek 5 years ago. What a ripper track. Friendly and helpful owners and some bonzer campsites about the place. Great video! Thanks for the memories!
Another Rippa Trip Batesy. Living the best life mate 👍 Amazing place to see you travelling through. Good to see you enjoying the rig and the camper trailer in this great country of ours.
It was a great few weeks in the Flinders Ranges mate. Amazing landscape and i'd like to go back and see more of it some day. The camper trailer is great for those longer trips. Thanks mate. Cheers Tim
Thanks mate. Im glad you enjoyed the series in the Flinders. It was a great trip. I didn't find it worring at all. Track was in good condition. Low range and you'll get down ok. Cheers Tim
ah Tim, dinkum love ya videos mate - reckon I've watched every one now ♥where can I buy ur merchandise - stubby holders, fleeces etc? - ur videos make me so happy - would love to support u and use / wear some of ur gear? :) all the best mate, very best wishes, looking forward to all ur future adventures, lots of love, Lou X
@@Lou_99.94 Gday Lou, Thanks very much for your feedback. I’m glad to hear you enjoy my videos. That sure was a fantastic trip into the Flinders Ranges. I only have bank deposits for merch purchases. Hope that suits. If you can send my a message via facebook or instagram, I’ll send you the details. Thanks very much. Cheers Tim
Wow great to see you still going strong mate. I ended up with a broken 4WD dream. The Patrol had to be sold as no one knew why it was chewing 20L/100 diesel. Trying to sell I discovered I have been ripped off. The dealer Coastal car Sales in Mid North Coast sold me a lemon for $30K real worth was more like $15. Had rust all underneath hidden by a black tar like substance, broken sway bars, winch and 1 drive light never worked, tow bar was so badly rusted no one could take it out- invested in $15000 and the mechanics who were supposed to have looked after it took the money never fixed anything. Had new Carbon winch fitted, new 33 inch tyres, new roof rack, Ultravision $1800 new set of lights,...sold for $15k. Then I thought I could trust my local car dealer and bought a Mazda BT50 Ute, within 4 months engine blew up and now sitting in a friend's shed - bought from Jontom motors Lismore if you wanna know. My 20 year olf son found all this paperwork in the glove box at the back about engine over heating why the fellow sold the ute and was told to watch out but I was never passed on that information. What's more the dealer brothers were up in arms as if it is my fault. The Coastal Car Sales fellow some damn it Zammit never even bothered to reply to my emails. So after $55000 I lost so far and in debt my 4wd travel dream is over.
Wow that's unreal sorry to hear all of this and your experience. I really hope you're taking this further to get money back or something to be done. I had the same issue with these guys back in 2021 brought a 2015 Hilux drove it out went around the corner and boom she went I soon turned around and told them straight out. Took it to court and came out on top
Gday mate, far out what a bad run you have had with cars. I really hope you can find a good reliable vehicle soon. All the best mate, sorry to hear your story. Take care. Cheers Tim
Dear Tim, I added that to my list of places to visit if I get the chance. What are those little black birds? They're adorable. Until that first kangaroo hopped away, I thought it was a bunny rabbit. The ears are very similar. If the door on that hut is open when I get there, I'm giving any kangaroos in there an eviction notice they'll heed. I'll make sure to shut it behind me. Not only will I remember to shut the gates, I'll give a lecture to anyone who doesn't stop to shut the gate behind them, but only if I watched them do that. I'll shut the gate behind me, but I'll let anyone close behind me drive on ahead of me before I do so they don't have to remember to shut it themselves. I'd pack enough food for a week, just in case something happens while I'm on the trail. I think that grader should be in a museum instead of rusting away. I'll make sure to keep the key for the padlock in the same place as the map so I don't forget it when I leave. Looks like the Flintstones were out on the trail and got run off by a kangaroo or something. Amazing views are easy to find, but peace and quiet is more difficult to come by. Enjoy your adventures, man. Cheers, Colton
G'day mate, Im not sure what those birds are called, but there's heaps of them every day. They come in the check out my camp. Im glad you have got a lot out of the video mate. Make those gates are left as you find them. Thanks heaps for your reply mate. Cheers Tim
Yeah mate, fairly standard 4wd will do the track. Bit of clearance would be handy later in the trip. AT tyres amd not HT tyres for the sharp rocks. Cheers Tim
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I drove Skytrek in 1999 so it's been going for a while now. We had our lunch in a very picturesque dry creek bed. After lunch the fun started, some very steep and narrow tracks to traverse. What a day!!
@@michaelswonderfulworld far out mate. It’s been going for a while.
I wonder what the track was like back in 1999.
Still has the steep country towards the end
Cheers Tim.
@@timbates4wdadventures G'day Tim, we did it October 1999, in my new 1999 GU 4.2T, it had less than 10,000ks on it. It even had the standard H/T Bridgestones on it. My wife, two kids 4 and 2yo, over loaded looking back and very green of our requirements out there. We also towed our newly built off road trailer on that trip and we took way too much stuff along. Anyway, we shredded a rear tyre coming into William Creek so no spare for SkyTrek or the rest of the tripping around the Flinders. We learnt a lot and Skytrek was our introduction to Four Wheel Driving. We survived, my wife still has the Patrol, I got another 4.2Ti 4 years later and still driving it 21 years later with 500,000ks on it. The track seems similar, some changes for safety may have been implemented but I'm sure it the same great day out. Thanks for sharing your day out. We have a substantial amount of old Video 8 tape of the day I must drag it out and have a look. Cheers Mick
@ far out mate, that’s a great story and you’ve still got the good ol Patrol.
Thanks mate.
Great video Tim, as always. Thanks a lot.
@@cdebrinc thanks very much.
I’m glad you enjoyed it.
It was a great trip.
Cheers Tim.
Awesome batesy
@@EdenJackson-gy1zn thanks mate.
Great trip.
Cheers Tim
Tim, 1995 was open to the public, here is a little bit about it. "In 1985 Carmel & Brendan joined Brendan's parents in a partnership to obtain Willow Springs and took the first step in diversifying into the tourist industry, by developing the Shearer's Quarters as an alternative accommodation facility in the Flinders Ranges.
With sheep and cattle still a major part of everyday living on Willow Springs, Willow Springs has transformed into a popular tourist destination. In 1995 the 60km Skytrek 4WD tour was constructed. In 2012 the route was changed and now stays exclusively on Willow Springs Station." Regards, Mick
@@michaelswonderfulworld thanks very much mate.
Interesting history figures on the station.
I’d like to go back next year.
Cheers Tim.
Love happy jacks, remind me old dads eras aussie larrikins, but tough as😊
also known as apostle birds. they generally are a group of 12 ish.. cools birds
Tim, that continues sqeaking from the troll would drive me nuts.
Had a similar noise emitting from mine, turned out to be front body mounts, right up front in behind bull bar.
Can't remove them as body needs to lift off but I managed
to grease and lube enough to eliminate that friggin annoying sqeak.
Maybe your situation, just maybe worth lubing them also.
Was meant to do that loop in 2023, but silly old me had some minni strokes (TIA's) on route so ended up spending a week in Whyalla hospital instead.
Wasn't the break I was intending to have, but got looked after treamendously well, so can't complain.
My travelling companions did it and loved it.
My turn will come. Thanks
G'day mate,
To be honest the sqeaks are worse on the video than what i hear in the drivers seat.
I'll looking it your tip though.
The body mounts are still the original rubber mounts.
Thats no good mate on your health when you went.
Take care mate, and i hope you can get up into the Flinders soon mate.
Thanks mate.
Cheers Tim
Nice vid Tim. Got 4 nights booked at willow springs in few weeks time. Looking forward to it
Thanks mate.
You have a great trip at Willow Springs.
Very nice place mate.
Cheers Tim
What an awesome trip Tim and ended with an amazing sunrise.
@@Gu_Gus thanks mate.
It sure was a wicked trip in the Flinders.
Cheers Tim.
Great videos, Tim definitely on our to see places, the old rats coffin with dead horse straight from the travel buddy, can't beat that mate. Also Travel Buddy made in our town Bendigo. Cheers Steve and Rochelle.
Gday mate,
I hope you get up and see the area some day soon.
It's well worth it.
Hahah, travel buddy is the go. Lol
Cheers Tim
@timbates4wdadventures Yes mate on the bucket list.Eldee station stay out past Silverton is a good spot as well plenty of steep tracks and bush camping.Cheers Steve and Rochelle.
@@rochelleparker9575 yeah I have had mates of mine mention that station stay.
I did Skytrek 5 years ago. What a ripper track. Friendly and helpful owners and some bonzer campsites about the place. Great video! Thanks for the memories!
It sure is a great place to stay for a few days.
The Ronald's family are very nice people and very helpful during my stay.
Thanks mate.
Cheers Tim
Thanks for sharing. Awesome trip. Planning to be there in sept, with some fellow travellers
No worries mate.
You have a great trip when you head into the Flinders with your group.
Cheers Tim
Another Rippa Trip Batesy. Living the best life mate 👍
Amazing place to see you travelling through. Good to see you enjoying the rig and the camper trailer in this great country of ours.
It was a great few weeks in the Flinders Ranges mate.
Amazing landscape and i'd like to go back and see more of it some day.
The camper trailer is great for those longer trips.
Thanks mate.
Cheers Tim
Good stuff Tim,it’s a great part of Australia right there,glad you are enjoying your time 🙂
Thanks mate.
It was a great trip into the Flinders .
Cheers Tim
Another great episode mate well done. Enjoyed it all. 👍
Thanks mate.
It was a great trip.
Cheers Tim.
Hey Tim, great presentation. It is on my to do list for sure now.
@@stevegoodwin5841 thanks mate.
It’s a great place to check out.
Cheers Tim.
This is great, and i can't get over the peace n quite mate.
🤠👍
Thanks mate.
It's very quiet and so relaxing to be camping in.
Cheers Tim
Hi Tim, love your videos, will be going here next year hopefully, cheers mate.
Thanks mate.
Im glad you enjoyed the video.
Hopefully you get up that way to check it out.
Great place.
Cheers Tim
First comment.. awesome as video Tim bares .. it’s an awesome place to be when camping & shearing sheep there aswell 👍
It is a great place to check out mate.
I really enjoyed it.
Cheers Tim
Looking forward to watching this later this evening Mate.
No worries mate.
Enjoy the trip video later.
Cheers Tim
Another crackin video mate !
Loving this series of vids .
Thanks for all your effort mate !
Cheers .
😎👌
Thanks very much mate.
I greatly appreciate your feedback.
Cheers Tim
What a cracking trip mate, thanks for sharing, definitely on our bucket list….cheers and safe travels Tim 🍺🍺
Sure was a crackin trip mate.
Check it out if you head up that way some day.
Thanks mate.
Cheers Tim
That was an excellent series Tim how steep was that climb at the end of the track great video 👌👌
Thanks mate.
Im glad you enjoyed the series in the Flinders.
It was a great trip.
I didn't find it worring at all.
Track was in good condition.
Low range and you'll get down ok.
Cheers Tim
Love the videos. Tim, being that you are a pie connoisseur, the wife and I are curious what brand of pie do you go for
@@alfieadan7545 thanks mate.
If I’m not making my own home made pies I go for Miss Mac’s
lol.
Cheers Tim
ah Tim, dinkum love ya videos mate - reckon I've watched every one now ♥where can I buy ur merchandise - stubby holders, fleeces etc? - ur videos make me so happy - would love to support u and use / wear some of ur gear? :) all the best mate, very best wishes, looking forward to all ur future adventures, lots of love, Lou X
@@Lou_99.94 Gday Lou,
Thanks very much for your feedback.
I’m glad to hear you enjoy my videos.
That sure was a fantastic trip into the Flinders Ranges.
I only have bank deposits for merch purchases.
Hope that suits.
If you can send my a message via facebook or instagram, I’ll send you the details.
Thanks very much.
Cheers Tim
Wow great to see you still going strong mate. I ended up with a broken 4WD dream. The Patrol had to be sold as no one knew why it was chewing 20L/100 diesel. Trying to sell I discovered I have been ripped off. The dealer Coastal car Sales in Mid North Coast sold me a lemon for $30K real worth was more like $15. Had rust all underneath hidden by a black tar like substance, broken sway bars, winch and 1 drive light never worked, tow bar was so badly rusted no one could take it out- invested in $15000 and the mechanics who were supposed to have looked after it took the money never fixed anything. Had new Carbon winch fitted, new 33 inch tyres, new roof rack, Ultravision $1800 new set of lights,...sold for $15k. Then I thought I could trust my local car dealer and bought a Mazda BT50 Ute, within 4 months engine blew up and now sitting in a friend's shed - bought from Jontom motors Lismore if you wanna know. My 20 year olf son found all this paperwork in the glove box at the back about engine over heating why the fellow sold the ute and was told to watch out but I was never passed on that information. What's more the dealer brothers were up in arms as if it is my fault. The Coastal Car Sales fellow some damn it Zammit never even bothered to reply to my emails. So after $55000 I lost so far and in debt my 4wd travel dream is over.
Wow that's unreal sorry to hear all of this and your experience. I really hope you're taking this further to get money back or something to be done. I had the same issue with these guys back in 2021 brought a 2015 Hilux drove it out went around the corner and boom she went I soon turned around and told them straight out. Took it to court and came out on top
Gday mate,
far out what a bad run you have had with cars.
I really hope you can find a good reliable vehicle soon.
All the best mate, sorry to hear your story.
Take care.
Cheers Tim
You don't really need a 4x4 to tour most of Aus, just a reliable wagon or van. Don't get caught up in the 'best of everything' hype.
Sounds like you need to have someone check the cars before you buy them.
Poor bugger, shit luck buddy, sure r some dodgy car people out there, all the best in the future
Great video Tim........are you doing a video on Willow Springs Station, or only the Skytrek???
@@kyliejamieson9969 thanks for that Kylie
Just a video on SkyTrek.
Great day out.
Cheers Tim
Tim, what tent trailer are you using in this video? Thankyou and always enjoy your vids and knowledge.
@@becnelson3645 thanks mate.
Camper is an Ultimate.
I have a walk through video of the camper on my channel.
Cheers Tim
@@timbates4wdadventures Thanks Tim, I'll find that video. Take care and love your adventures.
@@becnelson3645 thanks very much.
The walk around will be in the camper trailer touring playlist.
Will do.
Cheers Tim.
Dear Tim,
I added that to my list of places to visit if I get the chance. What are those little black birds? They're adorable. Until that first kangaroo hopped away, I thought it was a bunny rabbit. The ears are very similar. If the door on that hut is open when I get there, I'm giving any kangaroos in there an eviction notice they'll heed. I'll make sure to shut it behind me. Not only will I remember to shut the gates, I'll give a lecture to anyone who doesn't stop to shut the gate behind them, but only if I watched them do that. I'll shut the gate behind me, but I'll let anyone close behind me drive on ahead of me before I do so they don't have to remember to shut it themselves. I'd pack enough food for a week, just in case something happens while I'm on the trail. I think that grader should be in a museum instead of rusting away. I'll make sure to keep the key for the padlock in the same place as the map so I don't forget it when I leave. Looks like the Flintstones were out on the trail and got run off by a kangaroo or something. Amazing views are easy to find, but peace and quiet is more difficult to come by. Enjoy your adventures, man.
Cheers,
Colton
G'day mate,
Im not sure what those birds are called, but there's heaps of them every day.
They come in the check out my camp.
Im glad you have got a lot out of the video mate.
Make those gates are left as you find them.
Thanks heaps for your reply mate.
Cheers Tim
Hi Tim,what's a good, reliable,brand air compressor for inflating tyres mate.
G'day mate,
Far out, there's so many brands on the market now days.
Hard to know whats any good or not.
Cheers Tim
Looks like something you could do in a fairly standard 4wd vehicle? Or you need high clearance upgraded shocks etc.
Yeah mate, fairly standard 4wd will do the track.
Bit of clearance would be handy later in the trip.
AT tyres amd not HT tyres for the sharp rocks.
Cheers Tim
I bet quite few snakes snuck under that door on Moxens hut.
Fair chance of that mate.
Cheers Tim
Has anyone sent out a search party for Fred and Wilma?