@@kimclark4055 I didn't make any formal plans for the improvements I made Kim. I did make a few jigs that I saw on You Tube which were for specific projects. I did make a cross cut sled which I use regularly. I also had to replace the gearbox as the threads on the winding mechanism stripped out which was very disappointing. There is a video about that little episode as well. Good luck with your use of it.

The ' best ' saw is really a matter of opinion & how much money you want to spend. The Makita is probably the most expensive of the ' cheaper' saws. There are much better quality saws on the market but they are much more expensive to buy so it is really up to the individual to decide what level of quality he wants based on his budget.

@@danielkemp1442 No Dan I was in the age group for conscription but my marble did not drop. I did have friends who did serve but I went off to Europe & lost touch with them. I have always been interested in world history & during my time in Europe in the early 1970's I visited many historical sites of WW2 including Berlin (east & west) & Berchtesgaden in Bavaria (where the rubble of Hitler's compound was still in place.) When I returned to the land of OZ I developed an interest in Vietnam mainly because I could so easily been sent there. Although I was in fact politically opposed to our involvement I actually returned from a working holiday in NZ to register. Had the ballot gone the other way I would have gone. I have read Paul Ham's book Vietnam which is probably the most comprehensive book about Australia's involvement but it weighs 1.3kg & runs for 814 pages, not the sort of book to read in bed.( It could probably kill you if you fell asleep with it above your head!!) I have been to Vietnam 3 times now & travelled down the length of it by train, plane & bus. It is a lovely place to visit & although some officials are overly officious the people are genuinely friendly. If you would like to discuss anything type my name into g mail with the numerals one eight after it.

Hi Daniel, glad you are enjoying the video. The app I use is called FillUp which is on the Playstore, the Android app store. There are a number of different apps so you have a choice depending on the information you wish to record. A previous app I used suddenly disappeared so if you want to keep a record over time you might need to find an app that allows you to download the information you record onto your home computer for instance. Hope this helps Cheers Doug

Thanks Doug. We have just watched Part 2, Westbound. Loved it. Thanks for this vital informative resource. We are currently planning a trip for 2025 from Brisbane through Broken Hill, Flinders Ranges, Wave Rock, Laverton, Longreach, Brisbane. Your information is great planning. Thanks again!!!!!

@@geoffwilson7774 Hi Geoff. I was really impressed with the Uhuhu when I used the pellets & a few small twigs to get it going. The heat is unbelievable once it gets going. Controlling the heat may be problematic but lifting of the pot or pan would solve that. A feed of bacon & eggs would be no problem I think. The other alternative is to let the flames die down a bit then start cooking. I guess that's the fun of it because this is going back to pioneer type cooking over a campfire & in those days we didn't have knobs to control the heat. I got mine on eBay for about $50? I reckon I will use it a fair bit on cold mornings when those gas canisters lose a lot of pressure. Might be worth a try mate eh?

@@franciscosandiego3026 I am experimenting with these little cookers to see if I can use them on future trips Francisco. The Uhuhu one is very efficient & I will certainly try it on my next trip. I dont know when that will be but hopefully not to long in the future. Hope you are well in imperial county California.

@@franciscosandiego3026 It was both hot & humid brother. I was rinsing my shirts every time I got back to the hotel. Hope you are well in Imperial County California.

@@franciscosandiego3026 I learned how to dodge them brother. Safe & sound back in OZ now.

They make them big in Vietnam Francisco. Did you see the Centipede? about 4 inches long!!

@@franciscosandiego3026 Thank you Francisco, more videos to follow.

@@geoffwilson7774 Hang in there Geoff, more videos to follow.

WOOOHOO! 5 more to go up over a couple of days.

@@brianbice1427 Yes Brian the plastic insert is shocking. I made one out of aluminium to overcome the bending. Then the gearbox packed it in so I replaced that & the saw has been ok since.

@@jeffbarrett1787 Glad the video helped you Jeff.

@@dougrorison1211 now that my rise and fall cogs are sorted, there is a question you may or may not be able to answer . I’m thinking of changing my 110v to 240v, apparently re arranging the wiring will do this, do you know if that is done via the switch or motor. Any advice/help

Yes sadly the trend these days is price not quality no matter what you buy.

Yeah it was a great trip mate. The Beast got rewarded last week, new wheel bearings, steering arm, oil filters, air filter ! Worth it though for peace of mind for next trip. 😂

Glad you enjoyed it, take care.

@@franciscosandiego3026 Not usually Francisco. I had some work done on him & now he is as good as new! 🤣

@@richardbehappy5412 And you too Richard.

@@jasoncarruthersentertainment Hey Jason how are you going? This was a short trip. Was invited to go with one of my subscribers whose brother in law was over from NZ & wanted to see a bit of WA. Not much guitar playing but I did put a couple of tracks up on some of the longer scenes of the road. Hope you are getting plenty of gigs.

@@dougrorison1211 did gig Sydney last weekend. Also have another gig on cruise ferry Sydney Harbour soon although I do get sea sick so I’ll be popping my pills lol. Take care Doug🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺👍

@@franciscosandiego3026 we were the same Francisco then all of a sudden the rain came. I was in basically the same area about 6 weeks prior & there was no rain at all in the previous series of videos. Don't worry mate, when the rains come they come with vengeance! I see parts of USA have just had some bad weather. Stay well brother.

@@franciscosandiego3026 we had great fun Francisco. Could not fold that tent though😂

@@dougrorison1211 I know that was interesting 😁 enjoy your time brother from the imperial county California 👍🇺🇲

@@Juganort81 ooh yeah mate. Booked in for a big service in a week or two.

@@CaravaningaroundAustralia Thank you for that. I appreciate your positive comments

@@franciscosandiego3026 I timed it well then brother. Don't get carsick bouncing around on the tracks!

@@Juganort81 hahaha! 🤣

@@franciscosandiego3026 Very cool in the outback at this time of year Francisco. You must be sweltering in Imperial County California. 122° f way too 🔥🥵 hot

@@franciscosandiego3026 more on the way brother

@@franciscosandiego3026 There will be 7 episodes this time Francisco.

@@richardbehappy5412 All is well Richard. Thank you. I hope it is the same for you.

@@Juganort81 Yes mate, it's very handy!

@@andresleon6818 what are your questions Grasshopper?

You be safe Richard. I've been reading about the fires in New Mexico & they are scary!! Strangely I have spent the day burning off around my property here in Albany. We have had a fair bit of rain recently so I take the opportunity to burn off the undergrowth around the trees in preparation for the next fire season. Be safe my friend from your friend in Aussie.

@@dougrorison1211 Thank you Doug

If it is that bad I would take it back for a refund. It isn't really made for precise work but more a jobbing saw.

I totally understand that I would have. It's why I held back buying one myself. This was a gift from someone who thought my make-shift, super basic, home made one was dangerous (Which it is). It was very sweet of them.