Tour of the Maxi Drive Factory [Archive] - Australian Land Rover Owners

MickG

23rd October 2006, 11:54 AM

Thanks to Justin detonating his rear diff at the weekend and his subsequent visit to and conversation with Maxi Drive this morning, Mal Storey has very kindly agreed to open up his factory and host a club night for GCLRO members and their guests. Mal will be on hand to answer any questions anyone has specific to their pride and joy and will also be able to demonstrate various parts/products and their specific vehicle application. Time permitting, we may also witness some his toys in action - namely his rear steer defender!!

At this stage I am looking for a show of hands of who might be instersted in coming along for a couple of hours one evening so please post here if you can make it.

Date is tentatively booked in for Wednesday 29th November at 6.30pm. Depending on numbers etc, we may put on a BBQ for the night in which case there may be a small cost for attendance.
All details wil be confirmed nearer the time.

I for one will be clearing the credit card ready for a possible purchase or if Em finds out where I'm going, she will be shredding it before the night.....the credit card that is:eek: ;)

For those considering a purchase, or wishing to know how Maxi Drive gear can benefit your Land Rover, this night will be perfect.........even if it is only to witness a bunch of land rover fanatics salivating for an evening over lumps of the most beautifully crafted engineering creations:D

Hope to see you there and my hand is firmly in the air for this one:D

stevo68

23rd October 2006, 12:16 PM

Count me in at this stage,

Regards

Stevo

23rd October 2006, 12:42 PM

MickG

23rd October 2006, 01:08 PM

Does Maxi Drive take credit cards now . Would be usefull to know . I need to buy some stuff from them ASAP.
Like 4 complete sets of D2 shafts, and 3 complete sets of Defender shafts, plus some other bits and bobs

May be interested to come along to this event

Mal would be happy I'm sure to take your credit card details over the phonw for some gear.....after all a large portion of his business is over the phone orders and export.

Also PM sent re. D2 gear.

Aye, Mick

23rd October 2006, 01:12 PM

Mal would be happy I'm sure to take your credit card details over the phonw for some gear.....after all a large portion of his business is over the phone orders and export.

Also PM sent re. D2 gear.

Aye, Mick

Ah ok
When i bought some a couple of years ago he would not take Efpos or credit cards. Must have changed. I thought i would have to pay cash for them all

MickG

23rd October 2006, 01:15 PM

Ah ok
When i bought some a couple of years ago he would not take Efpos or credit cards. Must have changed. I thought i would have to pay cash for them all

I could be wrong then, I am ony assuming he takes credit cards.......jees I hope so:eek:

Outlaw

23rd October 2006, 02:48 PM

Yep i'm in for sure... MAXI-DRIVE HERE I COME!!!!!

And i do need a new drive shaft after my uni stuffed my current one so the sooner the better.... and a front and rear locker... and how much again was that 4 wheel steer setup... oh never mind i just remembered the stroke i had last time so better not to be reminded. :twisted:

x-box

23rd October 2006, 03:30 PM

Of course i'll be there, where else will i get portal hubs, front locker and reduction gears under one roof so close to home??? That's just the beginning, must get a few other odds and sods and bars also.... he'll have to put on steaks for the night, not just snags... :p

stikman

23rd October 2006, 05:11 PM

Count me in. Cannot afford any of the bits i want but will still be a good night, unless it was 29th November 2007 you are referring to......

dungarover

23rd October 2006, 06:02 PM

Yep, I'll be there. Already have the lockers, the 4:11's and the HD steering arms could be possible purchases :)

Trav

LoadedDisco

23rd October 2006, 06:16 PM

I'm in. I will just be coming for a look around and price a few bits may be add something new to the Disco. (A Maxi Drive Sticker)

MickG

23rd October 2006, 06:32 PM

I'm in. I will just be coming for a look around and price a few bits may be add something new to the Disco. (A Maxi Drive Sticker)

You'll be pleased to now Loaded that we have managed to negotiate a special club deal for this event........anything purchsed on the night and Mal will include a FREE sticker:D :D

LoadedDisco

23rd October 2006, 06:35 PM

You'll be pleased to now Loaded that we have managed to negotiate a special club deal for this event........anything purchsed on the night and Mal will include a FREE sticker:D :D

Great :unsure:

Bush65

23rd October 2006, 07:43 PM

Should be an interesting evening.

I'm pretty sure they don't take credit cards though.

DRanged

23rd October 2006, 08:02 PM

Ok pls read the following.

1( Mal only takes cash/ chq or your first born:D.

2) He only has 1 complete set of 4.11 CW&P left to suit classic and discos. ( I just got the second last set)

3) Maxidrive dont manufacture the CW&P sets, they are bought in from Spain. "Ole".

4) At the end of the night all participants will need to leave via a walk through metal detector :eek: :eek:

5) I have to see Mal tomorrow and will fine tune the agenda. Stalking Mal and his wife will not g/tee freebies

Regards Justin

EchiDna

23rd October 2006, 08:26 PM

geez while you are there, ask him why he doesn't have a webpage!!

maybe someone from the forum can design him something in exchange for some freebies :)

is there a PDF brochure running around as well? I guess I just find it amazing such a renowned company has no real online presence!

DRanged

23rd October 2006, 08:37 PM

I just find it amazing such a renowned company has no real online presence![/quote]

When you see the factory, and meet Mal you will understand why. Its only a humble little factory that turns out a superb product and great technical support.(these 2 things are almost impossible to find in a company anymore) Just the way Mal likes it. Word of mouth is the best advertisment:D

Regards Justin

Zakros

24th October 2006, 07:31 AM

Sounds like a fun night, Count me in as going

Navron

Caveman

24th October 2006, 08:11 AM

Sounds like an interesting night out, count me in.

It'll bring back memories from the days I used to work in an aviation engineering workshop. :)

weeds

25th October 2006, 09:36 AM

yep keen to attend

not sure if i will be allowed in though

i have arb lockers fitted
and will be bring my mate who drives a 100 series cruiser

just remembered i have maxi axles fitted to the rear, that should get me through the door

MickG

25th October 2006, 09:59 AM

Confirmed so far for the MD factory tour;

1. DRanged
2. Mick G
3. Stevo
4. Outlaw
5. X-box
6. stikman
7. Aquarangie
8. LoadedDisco
9. Zakros
10. Caveman
11. Weeds + 1

MickG

25th October 2006, 01:22 PM

There are only 3 places left for this tour as we are capping the attendance to 15 financial members of GCLRO.

Get in quick

stikman

25th October 2006, 01:27 PM

25th October 2006, 01:35 PM

ok then how di become a finacal member of GcLRO.
Been think about doing it for a while anyway. But would like to go to this event and some of you other ones anyway
Cheers
Ali

dungarover

25th October 2006, 02:04 PM

PM Outlaw or MickG, they'll point you in the right direction :eek:

Trav

MickG

25th October 2006, 02:12 PM

Is the other half counted as 1 or 1/2? If numbers are limited i will talk her into staying at home....it will be boring, nothing to look at...etc etc. She is keen to attend everything but can be easily talked around.:D

Up to you stikman, as we might be tight for space in some areas of the factory then yes, the other half will count as 1. Let me know if you want to include her and I'll adjust the numbers.

Cheers

MickG

25th October 2006, 02:14 PM

ok then how di become a finacal member of GcLRO.
Been think about doing it for a while anyway. But would like to go to this event and some of you other ones anyway
Cheers
Ali

Hi Ali, click on the link below and this will give you all the info you need. Get involved as we do get out and about often;)

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/showthread.php't=29130

MickG

25th October 2006, 02:21 PM

Just to clarify, please can you let me know if you are NOT coming alone for this tour as all extras will count towards the 15 max. We have capped this tour and insisted on financial members only due to limited space in certain areas of the factory but mainly out of courtesy for Mal at Maxi Drive and the fact he is letting virtual strangers into his inner sanctum;)

1. DRanged
2. Mick G
3. Stevo
4. Outlaw
5. X-box
6. stikman
7. Aquarangie
8. LoadedDisco
9. Zakros
10. Caveman
11. Weeds
12. Weeds' guest
13. Hobie18

GuyG

25th October 2006, 02:32 PM

Hey Mick

Can you please include me in the MD tour

Cheers Guy

MickG

25th October 2006, 02:36 PM

Locked in Guy:D

stikman

25th October 2006, 03:03 PM

Hi Mick, confirmed....Stikman x1. See you Sunday.

weeds

25th October 2006, 03:05 PM

hey mick, i will have the two boys, can you confirm if kids will be an issue for the tour, if it is i may have to pull out which will free up two spots.

thanks

dungarover

25th October 2006, 03:11 PM

Hey Mick

Can you please include me in the MD tour

Cheers Guy

Getting some ideas Guy :eek:

Trying to keep up with me is ****ing you off that much :lol2: :lol2: :lol2:

Trav

MickG

25th October 2006, 04:33 PM

hey mick, i will have the two boys, can you confirm if kids will be an issue for the tour, if it is i may have to pull out which will free up two spots.

thanks

Hey weeds, unfortunately kids will not be aloud into Mal's factory for safety reasons but it's a shame you will have to miss out too. Let me know if you can make it.

Aye, Mick

Hi Mick, confirmed....Stikman x1. See you Sunday.

Confirmed, please say sorry to your better half for missing out but will make sure there are plenty of other trips for her to get involved with over the coming months.

weeds

26th October 2006, 07:10 AM

baby sitters are hard to come by at no cost

will let you know soon

MickG

23rd November 2006, 09:24 AM

Wed 29th 6.30pm - let me know if you can't make it.

Maxi Drive
4 Ryecroft St
City Link Ind Est
Carrara 4211
t. 5530 3934

1. DRanged
2. Mick G
3. Stevo
4. Outlaw
5. X-box
6. stikman
7. Aquarangie
8. LoadedDisco
9. Zakros
10. Caveman
11. Weeds
12. Weeds' guest
13. Hobie18
14. FenianEel

FenianEel

23rd November 2006, 09:57 AM

Put me down if I can please Mick

MickG

23rd November 2006, 10:17 AM

Put me down if I can please Mick

In;)

FenianEel

23rd November 2006, 10:37 AM

Think I'll move to the coast anyway:eek:

Was there Tuesday, got to down later today and then Saturday:D

MickG

23rd November 2006, 10:50 AM

Think I'll move to the coast anyway:eek:

Was there Tuesday, got to down later today and then Saturday:D

Can do you a good deal on a home loan;)

DRanged

26th November 2006, 08:14 PM

Just a reminder about Wednesday night guys. I will see Mal tomorrow and make sure all is ok, also need to show him my sun gear housing off the rear diff, as one of the carrier bearings had been spinning on the housing, NOT GOOD. I think its all catching up from having years of punishing comps and tracks with little problems. No its pay back time Land Rover style.:o

Justin

LoadedDisco

26th November 2006, 09:09 PM

Ill be there.

MickG

27th November 2006, 07:48 AM

Looks like I will have to miss this tour as my list of things to do before I go OS on Thursday is still running onto 2 pages:mad:

Can someone grab me a set of portals and a front locker whilst you are there and I'll square you away on my return;) :D

Have a great night guys and will catch up with you all and your new MD purchases in 2007.

Aye, Mick

weeds

27th November 2006, 07:50 AM

don't be waiting for me as i have had no luck with a baby sitter, O well at least i will save some $$$$$$, have a good night

Captain_Rightfoot

27th November 2006, 08:11 AM

I know I'm not a member of GCLRO... (well I am northside Brisbane).... but If you find yourself with a standby spot on the night I'd love to come along! I have a gent who is a LR god who I'm sure would also like to tail if the opportunity arises. :) Just this last weekend I was debating about what type of lockers to buy.

PS.... I do grovelling if required!

Outlaw

27th November 2006, 09:16 AM

Outlaw

27th November 2006, 09:21 AM

Okay people... we have members below booked in... please let us know if you can't make it to allow someone else to take your place

Wed 29th 6.30pm - let me know if you can't make it.

Maxi Drive
4 Ryecroft St
City Link Ind Est
Carrara 4211
t. 5530 3934

1. DRanged
2. FenianEel
3. Stevo
4. Outlaw
5. X-box
6. stikman
7. Aquarangie
8. LoadedDisco
9. Zakros
10. Caveman
11. Hobie18
12. Camo
13.
14.
15.

stikman

27th November 2006, 09:35 AM

I'll be there.

Captain_Rightfoot

27th November 2006, 12:21 PM

Give us till tomorrow morning if you can and i'll confirm then with you ;)

That would be great. Even if you let me know Wednesday morning/lunchtime would be ok. :) Standby is good!

dungarover

27th November 2006, 03:54 PM

I'll be there. Leaving the Visa card at home thankyou very much :eek: :eek:

Still, might grab a HD rear balljoint as mine is ****ed :twisted: :twisted:

Trav

weeds

27th November 2006, 10:14 PM

don't be waiting for me as i have had no luck with a baby sitter, O well at least i will save some $$$$$$, have a good night

me and my guest are unable to make it, if only his wife would look after the kids

FenianEel

28th November 2006, 08:55 AM

Outlaw

28th November 2006, 09:01 AM

geez the numbers are dropping again...

Okay people... we have members below booked in... please let us know if you can't make it to allow someone else to take your place

Wed 29th 6.30pm - let me know if you can't make it.

Maxi Drive
4 Ryecroft St
City Link Ind Est
Carrara 4211
t. 5530 3934

1. DRanged
2. Camo
3. Stevo
4. Outlaw
5. X-box
6. Stikman
7. Aquarangie
8. LoadedDisco
9. Zakros
10. Hobie18
11. Captain Rightfoot
12. Bolts
13.
14.
15.

Caveman

28th November 2006, 07:25 PM

Sorry guys...I'm out too.

I forgot it was the better half's birthday, so I'll be busy that evening ;)

x-box

29th November 2006, 07:58 AM

Sorry guys...I'm out too.

I forgot it was the better half's birthday, so I'll be busy that evening ;)

it's a pity you wo'nt be there, but better than SWMBO installing a difflock and flanges where you do'nt want them - like up your backside :o:p
Hapy birthday Kathryn :twobeers::spudnikparty:

Caveman

29th November 2006, 08:32 AM

LOL....thanks X-Box.
I'll be sure to pass on your sentiments to Cath.

Cheers
Paul

DRanged

29th November 2006, 10:24 AM

Happy birthday Catherine or Kathryn, I have got you some nice wheels and tyres, I hope you like them.

Regards Justin & Kathryn

bolts

29th November 2006, 04:04 PM

Outlaw

Will be coming along - last minute notice - but only just thought would be good idea.

Captain_Rightfoot

29th November 2006, 06:39 PM

Aaaaaarrrrggghhhh....

I was all set to leave work at 5. I reckoned it would take 1:15 to get there so should be at maxi-drive at 6:15. 4:40 major crisis strikes. :( I got to the carpark (bris) at 5:30 thinking I'll only be 15 minutes late... still worth it. Unfortunately everyone decided to leave the carpark at the same time because of the storm. The line stretched up two stories :eek: :eek: :(

I didn't get out of the carpark until 6pm. :( :( I thought by the time I get there it will be 7:15 and I would probably have missed most of it, so turned for home instead. Sorry, I bet you all have a great night and I'm dessimated. :( I would have called but I didn't have any phone numbers :(

Outlaw

29th November 2006, 10:19 PM

yeah you slack bastard... excuses excuse

just got home alittle while back at 10pm... how's that for a tour and showing of EVERYTHING they do... but best thing is (other than no one havig a damn camera) is his yellow defender he's built up for his farm... completely simplified for farm life so nothing can break and running the most beautiful drop boxes i've ever seen.

And then his hand built beasty with rear wheel steer... now that would be great to fix the turning circle in EVL.

Thanks for organising Dranged... much appreciated

DRanged

30th November 2006, 07:30 AM

I must say whoever missed out, probably wont ever get another chance like that.
Many thanks to Mal for giving up an evening to show us around, It was like 12 kids in a lolly shop:D . I jokingly said to Kathryn when I got home that Glyn ans Stevo could get us the finance, we could buy Maxidrive:eek: . Hav'nt seen that look before.

Whats everyones thoughts on getting one of our clubs golf shirts for Mal, as a token of thanks.

Thanks to all who came

Regards Justin

Outlaw

30th November 2006, 07:34 AM

Whats everyones thoughts on getting one of our clubs golf shirts for Mal, as a token of thanks.
Sounds good to me :D

stikman

30th November 2006, 07:38 AM

Sounds good to me :D

I second that. Mal definately went above and beyond. Great, very informative, once in a life time night. Does that help those that couldn't make it:p

Thanks to all that helped organise.

Outlaw

30th November 2006, 08:01 AM

And the best bit would have to be the 20% discount he offered to those who showed up :D man thats going to save some money on those 30% reduction gears and the locker ;)

x-box

30th November 2006, 08:36 AM

I was blown away, top bloke and bloody good stuff he makes!
Still having nightmares about that yellow defender with the portal hubs, i think i'm in looove :wub: (with the 'fender :twisted:)

bolts

30th November 2006, 09:24 AM

Thanks to Dranged for putting it together - I'm working out now, how to get the reduction gear put into my Disco! mmm 20% off $1500.00 then have it fitted, okay have to work on a plan now - either rob a bank or work a little harder -:coplight:

Thanks to Mel for giving up his time to show us around.

Okay to the club we now have to work on Dranged and Kathryn on buying Maxidrive so we keep it here on the coast and even better have club member own it.:cool: .

weeds

30th November 2006, 09:53 AM

I second that. Mal definately went above and beyond. Great, very informative, once in a life time night. Does that help those that couldn't make it:p

Thanks to all that helped organise.

no need to remind us that we missed out, damnit

stevo68

30th November 2006, 09:53 AM

Ditto, thanks for organising Justin, was very interesting for us non-mechanical types, ooohhhh to have a play toy and put some of that stuff in it, or as Josh pointed out if I were to get an 07 Fender, I could just, well, I wont go into it :eek: . I concur on getting something for Mal ( note Mal... Nana, not Mel :p ). In terms of buying the business, what an interesting proposal, if I had a spare few $$$ I would almost consider goinging into that with someone with expertise hey hey Justin. Established brand name, existing contacts here and o/s, potential to market new products here and o/s, would be interested to see the books and what turnover, margins, etc were like. Maybe work on Kathryn a bit more and throw in a cuppla extra horse floats for good measure :)

Regards

Stevo

weeds

30th November 2006, 09:54 AM

maye we can thank Mal by putting a bbq at the factory on a weekend so i can attend:cool:

dungarover

30th November 2006, 12:31 PM

I think the shirt idea is a good one as an appreciation for Mal's time and expertise about his product. Also found out a bit more history on my 'old' style Maxi in the rear of my Rangie.

Mal is a great bloke, hands on and willing to explain and answer queries about his prioduct. Plus takes critisism in a positive way as well to improve his gear (not that it does).

Like a set of 30% reduction low range gear set, buut being broke nd close to Christmas it's not the best timing. Put uit on the short list for next year though.

Trav

LoadedDisco

30th November 2006, 09:09 PM

Thanks Justin and Josh great night.
Mal is a very smart and wise man I was very impressed with the work shop. You could see some of his enthusiasm that he thought that he had lost about what he loves in his work, (Great to See someone in there element). I agree that a GCLRO polo shirt is a great idea and give him a sticker and instructions how to put it on for that awesome Defender. Would be a fitting tribute for the club to have that sticker on that Land Rover.

DRanged

1st December 2006, 07:35 AM

Josh can you bring a medium polo shirt to the meeting and I will drop it off to Mal on the friday. Thats if you have one:D .

Dont worry my mind has'nt stop thinking about what Stevo and Glyn said. Lucky I used all my available funds to build the house and shed:confused:

Mind still ticking over

Justin

MickG

3rd December 2006, 06:19 PM

dungarover

10th December 2006, 03:21 PM

Gutted I missed this night as it sounds like it was a cracker. Did anyone grab me a set of reduction gears:eek:;)

Will hear all the details when i get back from sunny Scotland - Note, gail blowing outside just now with horizontal rain.......oh it's good to be home again:D

Makes you appreciate your 'new' home down under :)

Horizontal rain does exists in Aus, go to Melbourne and see for yourself :eek:

Trav

rangieman

10th December 2006, 03:24 PM

Makes you appreciate your 'new' home down under :)

Horizontal rain does exists in Aus, go to Melbourne and see for yourself :eek:

Trav

correction is needed here , qld is known to have more rain than vic

plus you guys have had more rain this year than we have had in 3 years :p

dungarover

10th December 2006, 04:11 PM

Dunno about that. If you go up to Northern QLD it may be true but rain is far and few between anywhere on the east cost.

When it rains here, it's not freezing bloody cold either :mad:

Trav

EchiDna

10th December 2006, 06:43 PM

42.1 degrees in melbourne today.... and massive bushfires due to the dry weather...

you were saying aquarangie?

dungarover

11th December 2006, 11:39 AM

But it's 20 degrees there today isn't it?? Gotta love those northerly winds during a Vic summer :(

You see why I moved to QLD, it might be hot but at least it's consistent. Not cold, hot, warm, ****ing with rain, then hot again :mad: :mad: :mad:

Trav

EchiDna

11th December 2006, 11:46 AM

but consistancy gets very boring... In Singapore I've had 9 years of 7am-7pm daylight, 32 degrees and 85% humidity EVERYDAY - it's blardy boring... the only thing that changes is the amount of rain and even then, thats only for 2 hours a day, for 6 weeks, twice a year at designated times!