Date postponed to 18.11.2017

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Apparently hardest TK in Victoria. Challenging in the dry, impossible in the wet. Can be 2hrs or the whole day to get up.

 

If you are concerned about your 4wd and damages this is not the trip you want to join. If you have a good setup (3" lift , 35", one locker minimum and a winch) this is the trip for you.

 

We are meeting at Ellis Tk start just off Tarrango Rd @ 9:30am and depart 10am sharp. If there is a lot of rain prior this day I will reconsider to re schedule (unless someone has a tractor to keep us moving).


Requirement

  • Electric Winch
  • Recovery Gear
  • Joe

  • Joe (Joe_JKU) I have mechanic skills Trip Leader - Level 1 (Completed over 6 trips)

    GOING
    Myself onlyChecked-In (17-Nov-2017 10:14)
    Jeep Wrangler JKU (2009 Wrangler)
    • 35" Tyres, 3" Lifted
    • Rear Diff Lock
    • Winch
  • Corey

  • Corey (Paj083) Trip Leader - Level 1 (Completed over 4 trips)

    GOING
    Myself onlyChecked-In (17-Nov-2017 10:11)
    4.5 gu patrol (1999 Patrol)
    • 35" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch
  • James

  • James (tuffeb) I am first-aid qualified I have mechanic skills Trip Leader - Level 1 (Completed over 2 trips)

    GOING
    Driver + 1 AdultChecked-In (17-Nov-2017 10:08)
    Gq patrol extra cab comp truck (1990 Patrol)
    • 37" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch
  • Andrew

  • Andrew (Klrwrangler)


    I am Interested / In Waiting List
    CruiserCamper (2016 Landcruiser VDJ79)
    • 34" Tyres, 3" Lifted
    • Winch

Phil
Phil (HuddsGQ) Premium Member
I think that Ellis is a seasonal closure track won't be open until November.
29 Sep 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
Phil (HuddsGQ) wrote: I think that Ellis is a seasonal closure track won't be open until November.
Thx will check it out
29 Sep 2017
Dario
Dario (CrawlingGQ)
Can confirm closure. Reopens 2nd Nov.

http://m.parkweb.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0003/695613/Map27.pdf
29 Sep 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
I will move this trip into November then.
29 Sep 2017
Matt
Matt (Matt86)
I have joined as long as the trip is moved to November cheers.
29 Sep 2017
Winston
Winston (Winston_FJ) Premium Member
Hahaha when I saw the date I thought "hmmm, hope you're just walking it..."
29 Sep 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
Date changed to the 11th November.
29 Sep 2017
James
James (tuffeb)
Its only rude if its really wet

In the dry its not too hard few bad spots
29 Sep 2017
Dario
Dario (CrawlingGQ)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: Will have to pull out as I'm away at work most of November.
29 Sep 2017
Carolyn Carton (caz&keith)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: Tyres no good.....boo hoo! Lol
01 Oct 2017
Tony
Tony (le Dakar)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: Sorry guys. Cant make this new date. I have entered the 4WD Nav challenge in Toolangi and it is on the same day.
Enjoy Elis track.
05 Oct 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
Tony (le Dakar) wrote: WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: Sorry guys. Cant make this new date. I have entered the 4WD Nav challenge in Toolangi and it is on the same day.
Enjoy Elis track.
No worries mate.
06 Oct 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
I have now a conflict with the scheduled weekend days. Something came up and I have to travel for work. I am considering to pull the date forward by a week (cup weekend) or push back by a week. Push back to Saturday 18th is probably better as some of you guys are maybe considering to do something else on the long weekend. Let me know what works best for you.
Sorry for that guys.
11 Oct 2017
Henk Van Lammeren
Henk Van Lammeren (Henks Patrol)
Joe (Joe_JKU) wrote: I have now a conflict with the scheduled weekend days. Something came up and I have to travel for work. I am considering to pull the date forward by a week (cup weekend) or push back by a week. Push back to Saturday 18th is probably better as some of you guys are maybe considering to do something else on the long weekend. Let me know what works best for you.
Sorry for that guys.
The following weekend may work for me and will keep you in the loop depends on the other half will let you know as soon as I do

Cheers Henk
11 Oct 2017
Paul
Paul (furkew)
The Saturday after works fine for me as well.
12 Oct 2017
Andrew
Andrew (Klrwrangler)
Gents, 33s with 2inch lift wont be sufficient?

Also as for bar work only got a bullbar, would panel damage be almost guaranteed?
12 Oct 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
Andrew (Klrwrangler) wrote: Gents, 33s with 2inch lift wont be sufficient?

Also as for bar work only got a bullbar, would panel damage be almost guaranteed?
It is quite technical and 33' will make it more challenging. I have never seen anyone going up on 33" saying that, pretty sure it has been done by someone.

Panel damage is not guaranteed but can happen. check out the video link to get a idea of the track. that was fairly dry condition. the Defender had his rock slider bend at the beginning (if I remember correctly). Also, I haven't done Ellis for two years now. not sure if the track got worse.......looking forward to it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXh0yN6-agc
12 Oct 2017
James
James (tuffeb)
Theres quiet a few chicke tracks but few rock gardens will be winch jobs on 33s

If it rains 33s your gonns have a bad time
15 Oct 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
As earlier mentioned, date moved one week back. Hope that works with everyone.
16 Oct 2017
Jezza
Jezza (Redskinzero)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: I'm booked out that weekend so cannot make it.
16 Oct 2017
Paul
Paul (furkew)
I've just noticed the trip has gone from hard to easy.
Has Ellis been graded 😂😂
17 Oct 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
Paul (furkew) wrote: I've just noticed the trip has gone from hard to easy.
Has Ellis been graded 😂😂
trying to lure a few more in to fill the spots. :p
17 Oct 2017
Paul
Paul (furkew)
Still one spot. Maybe nobody wants an easy trip. 😉

Looking forward to it. Who's the lucky last?
17 Oct 2017
George
George (Georgie_Kyro)
Concidering its been closed over the seasonal closure period , it shouldnt be too rude as long as its dry.

As james mentioned "tough eb" there are many awesome obsticles that are a worthy challenge if you and your rig are up for it, but there are many chicken tracks to avoid these sections.

Its a really tough track in the wet or dry if you're willing to give every possible hard section a crack.

The beauty of it though is many of these areas are also avoidable if you're feeling unsettled.

Just a thought though, we manage to get through ellis pretty quickly concidering i know the place like the back of my hand. If you do have time it will also be worthy heading to gently annie track just south of powelltown and making your way through robertsons fire trail too.

Have fun !
20 Oct 2017
Winston
Winston (Winston_FJ) Premium Member
Drove it earlier this year apart from "the wall". It's not that bad in the dry. Alcorns is a lot worse.
20 Oct 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
George (Georgie_Kyro) wrote: Concidering its been closed over the seasonal closure period , it shouldnt be too rude as long as its dry.

As james mentioned "tough eb" there are many awesome obsticles that are a worthy challenge if you and your rig are up for it, but there are many chicken tracks to avoid these sections.

Its a really tough track in the wet or dry if you're willing to give every possible hard section a crack.

The beauty of it though is many of these areas are also avoidable if you're feeling unsettled.

Just a thought though, we manage to get through ellis pretty quickly concidering i know the place like the back of my hand. If you do have time it will also be worthy heading to gently annie track just south of powelltown and making your way through robertsons fire trail too.

Have fun !
I reckon if it stays dry we will manage to get trough Ellis in 1 - 2 hrs. I am not familiar with the area but I will look into it to extend the trip to Gentle Annie an Robertson's. thx for the pointer.....
20 Oct 2017
Henk Van Lammeren
Henk Van Lammeren (Henks Patrol)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: Hey I'm sorry mate but I have to cancel as I have been booked in to hospital for a injection in my back. my be we can catch up on the next trip.
Regards Henk.
27 Oct 2017
Paul
Paul (furkew)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: Sorry guys but have to pull out. Works xmas party has been booked last minute on this date.
Gutted 😡😡😡
04 Nov 2017
Winston
Winston (Winston_FJ) Premium Member
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: I don't have a 4wd anymore. Long story.
09 Nov 2017
Anthony
Anthony (Nino)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason:
12 Nov 2017
James
James (tuffeb)
So its definitely the 18th?

Im in
Front locker wont be fixed but have a rear locker 37s 24v winch
12 Nov 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
Yep 18th. Good ya joined. There were 3 withdrawels and the crew went down to 3.
12 Nov 2017
James
James (tuffeb)
Joe (Joe_JKU) wrote:
George (Georgie_Kyro) wrote: Concidering its been closed over the seasonal closure period , it shouldnt be too rude as long as its dry.

As james mentioned "tough eb" there are many awesome obsticles that are a worthy challenge if you and your rig are up for it, but there are many chicken tracks to avoid these sections.

Its a really tough track in the wet or dry if you're willing to give every possible hard section a crack.

The beauty of it though is many of these areas are also avoidable if you're feeling unsettled.

Just a thought though, we manage to get through ellis pretty quickly concidering i know the place like the back of my hand. If you do have time it will also be worthy heading to gently annie track just south of powelltown and making your way through robertsons fire trail too.

Have fun !
I reckon if it stays dry we will manage to get trough Ellis in 1 - 2 hrs. I am not familiar with the area but I will look into it to extend the trip to Gentle Annie an Robertson's. thx for the pointer.....
There's a few good ones around wesburn that are quite challenging

Short drive to larbertouche and i know the area very well

There is a track id like to have a crack at thats10 minutes drive from top of elis called Cummings spur
14 Nov 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
James (tuffeb) wrote:
Joe (Joe_JKU) wrote:
George (Georgie_Kyro) wrote: Concidering its been closed over the seasonal closure period , it shouldnt be too rude as long as its dry.

As james mentioned "tough eb" there are many awesome obsticles that are a worthy challenge if you and your rig are up for it, but there are many chicken tracks to avoid these sections.

Its a really tough track in the wet or dry if you're willing to give every possible hard section a crack.

The beauty of it though is many of these areas are also avoidable if you're feeling unsettled.

Just a thought though, we manage to get through ellis pretty quickly concidering i know the place like the back of my hand. If you do have time it will also be worthy heading to gently annie track just south of powelltown and making your way through robertsons fire trail too.

Have fun !
I reckon if it stays dry we will manage to get trough Ellis in 1 - 2 hrs. I am not familiar with the area but I will look into it to extend the trip to Gentle Annie an Robertson's. thx for the pointer.....
There's a few good ones around wesburn that are quite challenging

Short drive to larbertouche and i know the area very well

There is a track id like to have a crack at thats10 minutes drive from top of elis called Cummings spur
I am open for doing more tracks around Wesburn. We should have some time left after Ellis and happy to give you the lead if you know the area.
Given how we will go that day, I might need to bail at some point in time to attend some other things. See how we go
14 Nov 2017
James
James (tuffeb)
All good i dont inow wesburn too good.but ive.heard the few near elis are good
Justice and cemetery are meant to be good
14 Nov 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
Are we all good for tomorrow? My mobile is 0439 884482. Drop me a text if something happens and you are running late. I will try to be there around 9am to stretch my legs and deflate tires.
Looking forward to see you all and hopefully after Ellis we can do some more local tracks.
17 Nov 2017
Corey
Corey (Paj083)
Definitely ready to go can't wait to get out there
17 Nov 2017
James
James (tuffeb)
Im a goer at this stage ill be there about 9 too joe im trailering my junk down in case i break something and saves wear on tyres

Copped bit of rain bit i.think this sun will of dried.it all up
17 Nov 2017
James
James (tuffeb)
Also anyone got a fridge or room for a small eski my fridge is in my super tourer at the moment

Ill shout yas beers ;0
17 Nov 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
James (tuffeb) wrote: Also anyone got a fridge or room for a small eski my fridge is in my super tourer at the moment

Ill shout yas beers ;0
Nah sorry mate not taking my fridge with me. Maybe one of the other guys
17 Nov 2017
Matt
Matt (Matt86)
Hey Guys been looking forward to this one for awhile. James I've got a 40L engel in back of my patrol you can throw what ever you want in there I'll only have some lunch stuff and a few beers.

Cheers
17 Nov 2017
Matt
Matt (Matt86)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: Heys guys really sorry but at the moment i have to pull out of the trip tomorrow a couple of things have come up with my family ill let you know if anything changes as i am packed and car is ready to go.
17 Nov 2017
Joe
Trip Leader Joe (Joe_JKU)
James, Matt I got your messages had only phone difficulties to reply. Not a problem that you guys pulled out last minute. Corey and myself had a good time on Ellis. It was wet and slippery and a bitch to get up. Some stuff is 37 and twin locked.....just impossible but still very challenging. Maybe on a next trip
18 Nov 2017
James
James (tuffeb)
Good stuff mate shatered i missed it

I went and rescued a mate near top of sunset it got pretty rude i.broke a cv and flaten my 24 volt winching batterys so had to run the winch 12 volt wich eventually killed the 12v alt

18 houra from time i left home till time we got everyone out
19 Nov 2017
James
James (tuffeb)
Unfortunately i didnt make it to the elis track trip

I had a mate with a bent tie rod near top of sunset track
So i got up early on a reecue mission ended up breaking a
Cv and burning out my 12volt alternator fflattening my 24
Volt winching batterys and also my 12 volt battery leading to
Thermo fans cutting out and car overheating

What was supposed to be few hours job ended up taking all day
22 Nov 2017
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TRIP COMPLETED

3 GOING, 1 Interested
4 adults
Trip Date
Sat, 18-Nov-2017

Meeting Point
Tarrango Rd turn off into Ellis
9:30 AM (Sat, 18-Nov-2017)

Organiser
Joe

Joe (Joe_JKU)

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