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I got the quick release Black Widow one and used across the Simpson. I used full length and glad I did...had several comments from those coming the other way they could see me coming well in advance.
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[SIZE=1][B]2011 Silver 150 DVD[/B] [B]GXL[/B][/SIZE][SIZE=1], Safari Snorkel, Sand Grabba mats, Michelle Sacs seat organizer, ARB Bull Bar, Lightforce 170 HID, Bonnet and Headlight protectors, Dual Batteries, Engel Fridge, Kaymar rear spacer, Cooper STTs [B]x 6[/B], Rhino Pioneer tray in black, MaxTrax, Black Widow Drawers with top shelf, divider & cargo barrier, ARB Sports Nitrochargers and springs, ICOM IC 440N CB
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How long is "full length"?[FONT="Arial"][SIZE="1"][color=#008040]Was Prado 150 GXL T/D auto, graphite, tint, factory towbar, D697LT, Autosafe cargo barrier, ARB deluxe bar, ABR-Sidewinder dual battery & monitor, GME TX3440, ARB fridge, Safari snorkel, Maxtrax, Tekonsha P3, ScanGaugeII, OME suspension, Tigerz11 winch, TG150, Now Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo with QL and ORAII[/size][/color][/FONT]Comment
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I have never measured it but I believe it is 3 meters overall._______________________________________
[SIZE=1][B]2011 Silver 150 DVD[/B] [B]GXL[/B][/SIZE][SIZE=1], Safari Snorkel, Sand Grabba mats, Michelle Sacs seat organizer, ARB Bull Bar, Lightforce 170 HID, Bonnet and Headlight protectors, Dual Batteries, Engel Fridge, Kaymar rear spacer, Cooper STTs [B]x 6[/B], Rhino Pioneer tray in black, MaxTrax, Black Widow Drawers with top shelf, divider & cargo barrier, ARB Sports Nitrochargers and springs, ICOM IC 440N CB
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Have just picked up a bicycle flag from a mobility scooter place. It is a two piece job and when together measures 1.6 metres. This should be long enough as I plan to mount it either on the side of my awning or on a bracket on the roof bars.
Just hope that it is sufficent for the GTG 2012.[B]Tasmania 2015 GTG Committee Member[/B] 2005 Prado Pilbara, Sovereign Bar, Driver & passenger weathershields, UHF TX3220, Spare wheel spaces, Lifestyle rack, Genuine front & midrow seatcovers, Genuine front & midrow rubber floor mats, ARB 47 litre fridge/freezer, Hilux washer jets, BF Goodridge A/T, Radiator protection plate, Dual battery tray and isolator, ARB 2.5m awning, Rhino heavy duty areo bars, MSA rear wheel bin, MAXTRAXComment
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How much was it?Originally posted by VKPrado View PostCheers, Brad
2007 GXL, Dune, D4D 6 speed manual. Satnav, towbar, Sahara Bullbar, Bridgestone D697's, Cargo Barrier, Stebel Truck Horn, Couplertec Rust Protection, Safari Snorkel, Polyair airbags, Blue Narva 175's, VMS Touring 700HDsII, GME TX3340, Tough Dog 2" lift with adjustable shocks, ARB rear air locker.Comment
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Yes do tell!Cheers
Micheal.
2008 GXL D4D Auto. GOING... GOING... GONE
2015 GXL 1GD Auto. And it begins again...Comment
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It was the grand price of $13.20.[B]Tasmania 2015 GTG Committee Member[/B] 2005 Prado Pilbara, Sovereign Bar, Driver & passenger weathershields, UHF TX3220, Spare wheel spaces, Lifestyle rack, Genuine front & midrow seatcovers, Genuine front & midrow rubber floor mats, ARB 47 litre fridge/freezer, Hilux washer jets, BF Goodridge A/T, Radiator protection plate, Dual battery tray and isolator, ARB 2.5m awning, Rhino heavy duty areo bars, MSA rear wheel bin, MAXTRAXComment
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I have one from 4x4equip http://www.4x4equip.com.au/4wheeldri...es/Safety+Flag
Used by mine sites etc.[url=http://www.myswag.org/index.php?topic=12264]My Prado[/url]Comment
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Yes we have this one too, mounted off bullbar so the flag is the first point to reach the sand dune, also don't forget to mount on drivers side so on coming traffic can get an idea were you are in relation to the centre of the trackOriginally posted by D4D View PostLive One Day at a Time for Tomorrow May Never Come
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Never gave a thought as to which side to mount it, mkes sense to mount it on the drivers side. All ways learning things here at PP.Originally posted by FC_Holden View Post[B]Tasmania 2015 GTG Committee Member[/B] 2005 Prado Pilbara, Sovereign Bar, Driver & passenger weathershields, UHF TX3220, Spare wheel spaces, Lifestyle rack, Genuine front & midrow seatcovers, Genuine front & midrow rubber floor mats, ARB 47 litre fridge/freezer, Hilux washer jets, BF Goodridge A/T, Radiator protection plate, Dual battery tray and isolator, ARB 2.5m awning, Rhino heavy duty areo bars, MSA rear wheel bin, MAXTRAXComment
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Probably better suited to Nissans and other over lifted rigs.Originally posted by amts View Post
Greg - 08 D4D Prado,
Some trips done - Cape York, Fraser Island, Simpson Desert / Central Aust, Vic High Country.Comment
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Well let me throw it out there then- could this type of flag be used if mounted on a roof rack?Originally posted by amts View Post
My option is that if it is really only going to be used a couple of times and you are with a group of vehicles then I don't see an issue but if you did a lot of driving by yourself that required a flag then yes a more dedicated one would be the way to go.[B]Tasmania 2015 GTG Committee Member[/B] 2005 Prado Pilbara, Sovereign Bar, Driver & passenger weathershields, UHF TX3220, Spare wheel spaces, Lifestyle rack, Genuine front & midrow seatcovers, Genuine front & midrow rubber floor mats, ARB 47 litre fridge/freezer, Hilux washer jets, BF Goodridge A/T, Radiator protection plate, Dual battery tray and isolator, ARB 2.5m awning, Rhino heavy duty areo bars, MSA rear wheel bin, MAXTRAXComment
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Hi VK,
Not meaning to jump in on any official ruling on this...
FWIW, I've used an old fishing rod attached to my roof-rack, and I've seen similar setups coming toward me from afar. Bottom line for me is that they are highly visible and completely adequate, imho. Whilst the professional setup looks very schmick with cool clickey-clack connections, mine looks a bit like I do my shopping at an op-shop. Still, they do the job nicely.
In convoy, the protocol I've followed in the past is that only the lead vehicle requires a flag. The more the merrier, no doubt, but the lead vehicle must have a flag; others were optional.
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My sand flag is only about a metre long and is mounted to the roof rack, so if your sand flag is a metre above your roof line than you are pretty right. Obviously the higher the better in open country but that can cause issues in the Mallee dunes with overhanging limbs and the likes.
Definately the lead vehicle needs a sand flag, but sometimes you can miss the lead vehicle in an oncoming group but see another back in the group a bit at the top of a dune, well worth everyone having a flag if possible.
Cheers Andrew[COLOR="#FF0000"]So Long and Thanks for all the Fish![/COLOR]
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