NEW MAHINDRA - what Roothy got.

https://roothy.com.au Mahindra's man in charge of pre-delivery and fitting out vehicles is long serving veteran of the vehicle industry Tony Costley. Whenever you order a new vehicle you get a few choices and Mahindra is no exception. So in the ordering phase Roothy had some decisions to make - what's an old bushmechanic choose when he's thinking about a vehicle to last him out? Check this out. And don't believe it'll stay like this for long.... Facebook: https://ift.tt/1r10yUR Twitter: https://twitter.com/roothy4wd?lang=en Instagram: https://ift.tt/2uCSaSn Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2mhNDki Tumblr: https://ift.tt/2zF1aMp #roothy #roothy4wd #milo2 #terraintamer4wd #maxtrax #frontrunneroutfitters #lanotec #outbackaccessoriesaustralia #blackduckseatcovers #penriteoil #thebushcompany #smartautomotivesolutions #xrox #browndavis #uniden #borntoraom #frontrunneraustralia #toyota4x4 #landcruiser #fj40 #40series #builtnotbought #redarc_electronics #maxtraxhq
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MY MAHINDRA getting the keys! - Roothy

https://roothy.com.au MY MAHINDRA getting the keys! - Roothy Finally she's arrived! Ankit Taneja, the National Manager of Mahindra Australia, made a personal trip out to the holding yard to 'present' me with the keys. Ankit's background is engineering and we've met on that basis before. He's a beaut bloke too - Facebook: https://ift.tt/1r10yUR Twitter: https://twitter.com/roothy4wd?lang=en Instagram: https://ift.tt/2uCSaSn Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2mhNDki Tumblr: https://ift.tt/2zF1aMp #roothy #roothy4wd #milo2 #terraintamer4wd #maxtrax #frontrunneroutfitters #lanotec #outbackaccessoriesaustralia #blackduckseatcovers #penriteoil #thebushcompany #smartautomotivesolutions #xrox #browndavis #uniden #borntoraom #frontrunneraustralia #toyota4x4 #landcruiser #fj40 #40series #builtnotbought #redarc_electronics #maxtraxhq
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IT'S A MAHINDRA! - Roothy

https://roothy.com.au IT'S A MAHINDRA! - Roothy After a couple of years of testing new four wheel - and one two wheel - drive vehicles with a view to buying one, I finally made a decision. Yes, it's unusual but in a world gone tech mad somebody's got to step outside conventions and prove what was really a gut feeling based on a the feel of the Pik Up I borrowed. I've learnt a lot from this process and there's going to be a lot more to learn. I guess the big question is what happens when a bloke who's spent his life rebuilding old machines and then squeezing maximum mileage from them finally starts with a new truck? First, don't expect it to be looked after like any other new vehicle. Second, don't expect it to stay stock. It's out up or shut up as far as I;m convened so here goes a new chapter in my machinery life. Stay tuned - we're in for a ride! Facebook: https://ift.tt/1r10yUR Twitter: https://twitter.com/roothy4wd?lang=en Instagram: https://ift.tt/2uCSaSn Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2mhNDki Tumblr: https://ift.tt/2zF1aMp #roothy #roothy4wd #milo2 #terraintamer4wd #maxtrax #frontrunneroutfitters #lanotec #outbackaccessoriesaustralia #blackduckseatcovers #penriteoil #thebushcompany #smartautomotivesolutions #xrox #browndavis #uniden #borntoraom #frontrunneraustralia #toyota4x4 #landcruiser #fj40 #40series #builtnotbought #redarc_electronics #maxtraxhq
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TRIUMPH SCRAMBLER 1200 - Roothy

https://roothy.com.au TRIUMPH SCRAMBLER 1200 - Roothy When it first came out a couple of yars ago, I wanted one straight away. This has got to be one of the best looking new motorcycles ever released and to ride one, well, it just gets better! Right now it's number one potential new bike purchase for me - although there's a little problem clearing that with the Handbrake.... As its name suggests, the Street Scrambler is based on Triumph’s entry-level retro bike. That means it already boxes well above its weight with a punchy 900cc ‘High Torque’ parallel-twin engine, slick running gear, quality fit and finish, great roadholding and an overall sense that the bike shrinks around you. Like its sibling, the Street Scrambler is an outstanding, thoroughly engineered modern motorcycle that just happens to be draped in taut, semi-retro styling. That visual simplicity and attention to detail we’ve become familiar with is all there, too. That includes hiding its ugly modernity, including the catalytic converter, oxygen sensor, brake fluid reservoirs and radiator coolant bottle and associated plumbing. In tight spaces and stop-start crawls, the Street Scrambler takes it all in its stride. It’s nimble, neutral and its generous steering lock gives a nice, tight turning circle. It’s simply easy. Likewise, it’s easy when you bank it over through bends thanks to its easy ergonomics and high, wide ’bars for leverage. I had the opportunity to compare the old with the new at the launch of the Street Scrambler and, although it offered a nostalgic experience, the technological advances of the latest bike smack you in the face. It’s considerably less top-heavy (27kg lighter), its lever pull is much lighter, its gearbox is smoother and, thanks to its crisp fuelling and that 900cc engine, its performance can only be described as like night and day. Specifically, the Street Scrambler offers almost 30 per cent more power and torque, and all of it is delivered in the real-world riding range (2750-4750rpm). Facebook: https://ift.tt/1r10yUR Twitter: https://twitter.com/roothy4wd?lang=en Instagram: https://ift.tt/2uCSaSn Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2mhNDki Tumblr: https://ift.tt/2zF1aMp #roothy #roothy4wd #milo2 #terraintamer4wd #maxtrax #frontrunneroutfitters #lanotec #outbackaccessoriesaustralia #blackduckseatcovers #penriteoil #thebushcompany #smartautomotivesolutions #xrox #browndavis #uniden #borntoraom #frontrunneraustralia #toyota4x4 #landcruiser #fj40 #40series #builtnotbought #redarc_electronics #maxtraxhq
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TRENT'S GU UTE custom - Roothy

https://roothy.com.au TRENT'S GU UTE custom - Roothy Want some tips on building up a tough GU ute? Trent's done an awesome job here and it's well worth a look. Plenty of great ideas and a whole lot more. GU Nissan Patrols are one of the most popular bases for custom truck building for a whole lot of great reasons - have a look! Facebook: https://ift.tt/1r10yUR Twitter: https://twitter.com/roothy4wd?lang=en Instagram: https://ift.tt/2uCSaSn Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2mhNDki Tumblr: https://ift.tt/2zF1aMp #roothy #roothy4wd #milo2 #terraintamer4wd #maxtrax #frontrunneroutfitters #lanotec #outbackaccessoriesaustralia #blackduckseatcovers #penriteoil #thebushcompany #smartautomotivesolutions #xrox #browndavis #uniden #borntoraom #frontrunneraustralia #toyota4x4 #landcruiser #fj40 #40series #builtnotbought #redarc_electronics #maxtraxhq
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MILO'S BROTHER - Roothy

https://roothy.com.au MILO REPLICA? Roothy Over the last twenty years the original Milo I built and rebuilt and rebuilt again a few times - and hen got other people to rebuild bits along the way too! But the old girl certainly influenced a lot of people along the way. Ive seen Milo on everything from cakes to cardboard box cars, posters and wood carvings and - as a model too, a few times over. But the best one was this replica built almost to look exactly like the original. In fact he'd only stopped when it time to cut the back off which was also one of the trickiest parts of the original conversion for me. The hardest part is sourcing the panels to build a 40 wagon because they only ever built station wagon versions in Africa and only a handful of those made it over to Australia. My mate Ecky Stollberg rang me up and said he had the lot in a pile in his backyard - side rear window panels, hinged tailgate and surround. All I had to do was chop another couple of wagon doors to make a bottom talgate and, err, slice the rest up too. Some people have said that chopping the chassis might not have been roadworthy but the proof was in the 800,000kms the old girl did before she retired to the museum. If you ever get to Birdwood in south Australia make sure you check out the original Milo too! She's part of Australia's motoring history. And the replica? I nearly bought it and then it disappeared - someone told me they'd seen it on a farm down south. Maybe.... Facebook: https://ift.tt/1r10yUR Twitter: https://twitter.com/roothy4wd?lang=en Instagram: https://ift.tt/2uCSaSn Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2mhNDki Tumblr: https://ift.tt/2zF1aMp #roothy #roothy4wd #milo2 #terraintamer4wd #maxtrax #frontrunneroutfitters #lanotec #outbackaccessoriesaustralia #blackduckseatcovers #penriteoil #thebushcompany #smartautomotivesolutions #xrox #browndavis #uniden #borntoraom #frontrunneraustralia #toyota4x4 #landcruiser #fj40 #40series #builtnotbought #redarc_electronics #maxtraxhq
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DODGE RAM REVIEW Roothy

https://roothy.com.au DODGE RAM REVIEW Roothy During my covid spate of new vehicle testing with a view to buying my own first brand new truck a lot of people suggested I try a Dodge Ram. So here you go = a Ram Review - but it's more about the towing capability than anything else because as good and as much fun as the big Dodge is, it's not built for off-road in Australia. I know this from previous experience where the bodys have been barked by tight tracks and tyres have ripped off because we deflated them a bit for traction and the power and weight did the rest. Fact is they're an awesome machine, but definitely not for me. If I was towing a big van though? Or even a medium sized van or horsefloat or something? Lend me your hat partners - I need a Ram! @springwoodausmv #springwoodausmv #scdperformance #scdmanufacturedvehicles #ausmv Facebook: https://ift.tt/1r10yUR Twitter: https://twitter.com/roothy4wd?lang=en Instagram: https://ift.tt/2uCSaSn Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2mhNDki Tumblr: https://ift.tt/2zF1aMp #roothy #roothy4wd #milo2 #terraintamer4wd #maxtrax #frontrunneroutfitters #lanotec #outbackaccessoriesaustralia #blackduckseatcovers #penriteoil #thebushcompany #smartautomotivesolutions #xrox #browndavis #uniden #borntoraom #frontrunneraustralia #toyota4x4 #landcruiser #fj40 #40series #builtnotbought #redarc_electronics #maxtraxhq
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