The Northern Spirit
April 2015
The views expressed in this publication are those of each author and not necessarily those of the
Rolls-Royce Owners’ Club of Australia.
Club mailing address: PO Box 242, Spring Hill Qld 4004
What’s in this edition
President’s Report .........................................................................................................................................................................2
Welcome to new members .......................................................................................................................................................2
Calendar of Events ........................................................................................................................................................................3
Vale Ian Haynes ..............................................................................................................................................................................3
Vale P eter Barrow .........................................................................................................................................................................4
Scenic Rim Dairy and Valley Kitchen Outing March 2015 .............................................................................................6
Preparing for 2015 Queensland Concours de Elegance ...............................................................................................9
Market Place ................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
David Hack Classic Meet 3 May ............................................................................................................................................ 11
National Motoring Heritage Day.......................................................................................................................................... 12
Sunday 17 May ............................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Brisbane Bentley News ............................................................................................................................................................ 14
New style name badges .......................................................................................................................................................... 15
RROC-Q contacts ........................................................................................................................................................................ 15
NBS News & Tips ......................................................................................................................................................................... 16
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President’s Report
A delightful day was had at the Scenic Rim Dairy and a run to Kooralbyn to the Valley Kitchen.
We had a turnout of 48 people attend the lunch and a similar number had an informative talk and tour
of the robotic dairy. It was lovely to dine and view our cars in the park opposite the restaurant.
Our next outing is the Golden Oldies run on Sunday the 19th of April to Sketches Restaurant
Ravensbourne. It will be great to see the old cars and modern ones as well.
I am currently preparing to go to the 57th Annual Federal RROC Rally in Fremantle after which Susie and
I will be continuing onto Europe for a 6 week holiday. We intend to visit Villa D’Esta and Villa Erba to see
the Concorsa at Lake Como on the weekend of May 23rd and 24th. Whilst I am looking at all those
magnificent cars Susie is hoping to see many gorgeous well dressed Italian men!!
We are also intending to go over the Alps following Route Napoleon and visit the French National Motor
Museum, ie the Schlumpf collection in Mulhouse.
Frank Carroll will be taking on the role of President while I am away.
Look out for our May 17th event to Queens Park at Ipswich which coincides with the National Motoring
Heritage Day. It should be an enjoyable day seeing other clubs attending as well.
Brett Roberts our events coordinator is organising the Annual Navigation Run for the 28th of June.
See you in June.
Happy Motoring
Ian Maitland
President RROC Queensland
Welcome to new members
 Martin Chambers
 Martyn and Gail Browne
 Joy Brannelly
 Frank Gasser
 Len Oberman
 Keith Thomas
 Jim Quinn
 Patrick Herron
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Calendar of Events
30 April – 4 May
57th Federal Rally in Fremantle, WA.
Sunday 3 May
David Hack Classic Meet at Toowoomba City Airport.
North Toowoomba Rotary Club invitation to RROC-Q
Sunday 17 May
National Motoring Heritage Day at Queens Park, Ipswich
QHMC invitation to RROC-Q
Sunday 28 June
Navigation run
Sunday 26 July
Concours de Elegance at Ormiston House
Sunday 23 August
RROC-Q Family Day at Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
Sunday 20 September
35th annual All British Day, Tennyson
Sunday 27 September
Annual General Meeting of RROC-Q
at Blackall Range Horseless Carriage Club, Maleny
Saturday 31 October
To be confirmed – Decades Festival, Strathpine
MBRC invitation to RROC-Q
Sunday15 November
TBA
Sunday 6 December
Christmas function at Brookwater Golf Club
12 – 16 May 2016
58th national rally at Bendigo, Victoria
Vale Ian Haynes
Ian James Haynes joined the Club in
October 1988. He resigned due to ill
health and inability to attend club
functions in 2012. He was a financial
member for 24 years.
During his membership he owned a 1925
New Phantom, Chassis No. 21RC –
Coachbuilders Windovers. This car was
originally ordered by Lord Maidstone. Lord
Maidstone did not keep the car and it was
sold to a Mr A B Nagle of Cunnamulla
arriving in Sydney in 1926. Ian purchased this vehicle in the 1960’s when it was rundown and in need
of a lot of TLC. He proceeded to restore the car. He had the body rebuilt and made the car driveable. It is
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good news that the vehicle was purchased by a fellow club member in 2012 from Ian and is currently
under restoration.
Ian was a chemist and had a chemist shop in Nambour for many years. He was a member of several
other car clubs including the Horseless Carriage Vintage Car Club now located in Maleny.
He built and operated what is now the Bli-Bli Castle located on the hill overlooking Bli-Bli shopping
centre and the Paynter River for many years.
He and his wife Marcia hosted a Queensland Branch club event at their home at Eudlo inland from the
coast.
Ian was a very supportive and happy person who hated wearing ties. He and Marcia were involved with
the Scouts in Nambour over the years and Ian was highly thought of for the support he gave the
Scouting group.
By request Ian wanted those attending his funeral to wear colourful clothes and no ties, obviously, a
reflection of his happy, casual nature
He is survived by his wife Marcia, two children and four grand-children.
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Vale Peter Barrow
Peter was held in the highest regard by all who knew him well. Born in
Melbourne in 1948, the second of four children, Peter was five years old when
his family moved to Innisfail where his father George conducted medical
research. Growing up close to the North Johnston River, cane fields and rain
forest, Peter developed a wiry strength and endurance, self-reliance and an
intuitive sense for the bush that he said stood him in good stead when driving
on intelligence seeking missions during the Vietnam war. He learnt to drive in
his mother’s Mini on narrow dirt roads and his passion for motor cars, and
driving at speed, never left him. Interested only in the very best, his search led
him to the technical excellence of Rolls-Royce and the philosophy of Henry
Royce which resonated with Peter and influenced his future endeavours. The 1962 edition of RollsRoyce, The Living Legend arrived from Melbourne on 12-11-1964, the first and most loved book of an
extensive library on Rolls-Royce.
Peter boarded at St Augustine’s Marist College in Cairns until junior level (Year 10 today). He was a
champion swimmer, Army Cadet Medic, member of school band and musical productions. He joined the
Army in 1966 where he undertook adult training to be a motor mechanic. He was posted to 1st Field
Regiment Aid Detachment, Wacol, Queensland in 1967, the same year he purchased his beloved 1951
Bentley Mk.6, Chassis B162MD. To say this car was pampered would be an understatement. It was
Peter’s pride and joy and the vehicle was meticulously maintained during the course of his ownership.
The Bentley was well travelled with Peter driving over 90,000 miles in the early years of his ownership.
Due to ill health Peter sold the Bentley to a family member in Melbourne to keep it in the family. The
Bentley resided in Melbourne until it was recently sold to a private person residing in South Australia.
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Peter’s career in the Army spanned 26 years. He did a tour of duty in Vietnam in 1969 with 1st Field
Regiment which included driving for Phoenix operations. This period of his life was to affect Peter’s
health in ensuing years but his pursuit of knowledge continued. Peter received a Chief of General Staff
Commendation for his innovations in logistics. While at Logistic Command in Melbourne, Peter gained
a Bachelor of Business at RMIT, a Post Graduate Diploma in Organisation Change and Development and
a Masters of Business from RMIT. He retired as a Major from the Army in 1992.
Peter was brought on board by the Queensland Police Service after the Fitzgerald Report to design and
run educational programs in Management and Leadership as Principal Staff Development Officer. A
senior member of the Police Service, Emmanuel Anthony said the Peter was an educator as well as
lecturer; having the innate ability to enthuse, to support and to encourage all those with whom he came
into contact. Peter had the ability to lift people’s spirits, to overcome adversity and coupled with this an
infectious enthusiasm for life. I believe all of us who knew him would see that as his lasting legacy.
Retired Deputy Commissioner, Dick Conder wrote to Peter, “You can take pride in your efforts that
certainly brought forward a much wiser, flexible and knowledgeable Senior Executive Leader. Thank you
for your commitment to us.” Peter was awarded the Police Service Medal with clasp.
In 2013 Peter and his wife Monica purchased a 1985 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit, Chassis No ASF13178.
Again, this car was subject to Peter’s fastidious care. Minor repairs and adjustments were made with a
list of future projects for the car, even down to the right and wrong way to clean the vehicle, within
months of it arriving in Peter’s garage. With his passion uplifted for the marque by the purchase of the
Silver Spirit, Peter was determined to attend the Federal Rally in 2014 in his new car. Defying advice,
both medical and personal, Peter’s determination to not give in, saw him and Monica join in with fellow
club members on the journey and participation, to and at, the 2014 Federal Rally in the Hunter Valley of
New South Wales. He became ill in Inverell but rested and resumed the journey; such was Peter’s strong
will. He was not going to be beaten by ill-health. He enjoyed the rally immensely. He spoke of it many
times with fond memories of the events and renewing friendships with interstate members. Peter’s
resolve and faith, love of his family and friends, of music, cars and planes, and his mates, sustained him
and gave him strength to live each day of his life. He lived and died as a good soldier.
Peter was a Foundation Member of the Queensland Branch and a full financial member, of which he
was very proud, until his passing. Although a man with a seemingly quiet nature Peter was the champion
of the underdog – always there with good council and support for anyone in need. He was a fighter; for
his fellow human beings, his country, his family and friends, sometimes to his own detriment, till the
end. Peter is survived by his wife Monica and their much loved daughter Michelle. Peter was described
by a fellow club member as the the epitome of the term “An Officer and Gentleman”. Peter was all of
that and more. Rest in Peace Peter. We will miss you. Monica, and your friends Barry & Ann Sparks.
.
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Thank You
We would like to thank all club members who attended Peter’s Funeral Service and honoured him in escorting
him to his final resting place. Peter would have been ecstatic to see so many Rolls-Royce and Bentleys grouped
together, particularly in his honour. Thank you.
Monica and Michelle.
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Scenic Rim Dairy and Valley Kitchen Outing March 2015
Words by Sue Maitland, photos by Brian & Liam Carson
What a great day we had visiting the Scenic Rim Dairy and the Valley Kitchen at Kooralbyn.
After much stormy weather we had beautiful weather for our drive in the countryside to Scenic Rim
Dairy. Glorious green countryside everywhere.
Experiencing a robotic operated dairy was a fascinating experience. On arrival some of us were a little
concerned about the “skinny cows” but Dennis assured us later that they were very healthy and were
producing lots of milk which is totally different to fattening beef cattle for meat.
Amazingly the computer system directs the cows at the milking shed to where the cows need to go,
either into the milking shed or out. This is via the computer chips in their ears as to whether they are to
be milked or not according to whether they have calves or not. However, the cows all wander over to the
milking shed 2 or 3 times a day to be milked and they wait patiently in line to step onto the automatic
milking machine.
Dennis gave us a very informative talk about his dairy farming life and the challenges they have
experienced due to government regulations and the buying powers of the 2 big supermarket chains.
While Dennis would love to see the consumer have the choice to buy fresh raw milk ie unpasteurised
and unhomogenised, he has at least achieved being able to sell unhomogenised milk ie. the cream sits
on top of the bottle as it did when we were kids! For those who are senior enough to remember!
The milk is delicious so if you haven’t tried it, Google Scenic Rim Dairy and check out your local supplier.
All in all it was a great experience particularly for those who brought along the younger generation who
even got so see a family of piglets running around the paddock!
We continued onto Kooralbyn for lunch at the valley Kitchen where the hospitality was warm and friendly
and the food was like delicious home cooking. Much interesting conversation was to be had with old
and new members alike. It never ceases to amaze me the wealth of life experiences we have amongst
us in our club and I learn something about life at every lunch time conversation. Of course there is often
much humour along with life’s antidotes.
I hope other members enjoyed the day as much as I did and I look forward to seeing you all soon.
Sue Maitland
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Scenic Rim Dairy and Valley Kitchen Outing Pictures
Steve & Bronwyn Sparks Bentley Mk VI
John Miles Silver Shadow SRH25061
A “herd” waiting for milking time!
Ken Folliott 25/30 H.P. GGM3
“Now where does milk come from?”
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New Members Len & Jenny Oberman
Enjoying lunch……
……and a wine with good friends
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Preparing for 2015 Queensland Concours de Elegance
Chief Judge Frank Carroll has preparations underway for this year’s CONCOURS at ORMISTON HOUSE,
Brisbane on Sunday 26 July 2015.
This is the biggest club outing on our calendar, this a your chance to enjoy a picnic in the scenic
grounds, with sea views, great company and the opportunity to catch up with other club members and
meet their guests.
Members are encouraged to begin now preparing your cars for the event, as we have desirable takehome trophies provided again this year by Bentley Brisbane.
Don’t forget to prepare your “car details” card to be displayed with your prized Rolls-Royce or Bentley
vehicle (even if not competing), to share vital information with others, including the many visitors –
encouraging those to take greater interest in our favourite cars!
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Market Place
TNS Market Place is a free service for Queensland financial
members who wish to buy, sell or swap Rolls-Royce or Bentley
related items:
o Cars
o Spare parts
o Manuals
o Books
o Models
o Wearables
o Collectibles
Send your Market Place notice to [email protected] The editor reserves the right to edit text and
photos submitted.

Wanted to buy – Workshop manuals for 1990 RR Silver Spirit Series II.
Either hard copy or other format. Tony Lamari , PO Box 826 Ingham 4850 Qld,
telephone: (07)4777-3151, 0438 773 287, or email [email protected]

Wanted: vehicle registration labels
Any year, note that Queensland 2014-2015 labels no longer have to remain on the
vehicle as no further labels will be issued after October 2015.
Richard Batty 0438 156 750

Wish to buy: tow bar assembly for Silver Spur or Spirit. Richard & Vicki Batty, phone
0438 156 750 or 0438 746 641
Note: When items are sold or found, please inform the editor.
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David Hack Classic Meet 3 May
Members of the Rotary Club of Toowoomba North look
forward to your participation and invite you to stay until the
conclusion of the event for the benefit and enjoyment of
the paying public. Strictly no pets.
Attractions
Classic vintage cars
Classic modern cars
Historic trucks
Military vehicles
Racing cars
Motorcycles
Warbirds and classic planes
Adventure flights
Timings
Exhibitors of vintage and modern cars - assemble between 8 am and 9 am
Registration forms available at the gate
Classic Meet starts at 8:00 am
Presentation of trophies 1:30 pm
Classic Meet finishes at 2:30 pm
Location
Aerotec Hangar, Toowoomba City Airport, Spitfire Street, Toowoomba
Fees
Exhibitors: $10 per person (maximum $20 per exhibitor car)
Public admission: $15 per adult
children under 12 are free
$45 capped fee for family (2 adults & teenagers)
Fees payable on the day to Toowoomba North Rotary. The proceeds benefit Blue Care, Careflight,
Leukaemia Foundation and other charities.
More information at
http://therotaryclub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/David-Hack-Flyer-2015-version-Feb-15.pdf
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National Motoring Heritage Day
Sunday 17 May
Event run by QHMC
RROC-Q organisers: Ian Warnett and Greg Skinner
Drive and display your Rolls-Royce or Bentley and have a fun day and
“share the passion” with the public
Whilst there is no entrance fee registration is required and can be done online at
http://fs12.formsite.com/discoverIpswich/form15/index.html or ring RROC-Q organisers
Ian Warnett on 0419 730 668 or Greg Skinner on 0417 748 789
Note: All display vehicles have to register and have to agree to “bring cardboard or something similar to
protect the lawn at Queens Park from possible oil leakage”.
We will need to travel in convoy to Queens Park so we will be meeting at the Redbank Plaza northern
car park and departing at 9:00 am so that we can be parked by no later than 9:30 am
Looking forward to seeing a good number of our members for a fun day out.
Queens Park attractions include - Japanese themed Nerima Gardens, Lions Lookout, Queens Park Nursery,
Children’s playground, Environmental Education Centre, and Ipswich Nature Centre featuring native animals
Special attractions on the day at Queens Park:
 Roving entertainment
 Brass band
 Historic bus tours
 Face painting
 Lions/Rotary catering
 Coffee van
 Relevant trade stalls, eg Shannon’s Insurance
Winner of the Mayor’s Pick gets to have lunch in the Ipswich Mayor’s Office with Mayor Paul Pisasale;
and see his record breaking collection of demitasse cups.
More information - http://qhmc.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/nmhd-flyer-2015-colour.pdf
Locations & Timings:
8:30 am Meet in the northern car park of Redbank Plaza, Collingwood Drive, Redbank
9:00 am Depart Redbank Plaza and proceed in convoy to Queens Park
Enter Queens Park via the western entrance from Milford Street, and proceed
along Goleby Avenue to the marshalling area
9:30 am Park in a group as a club
Enquiries about RROC-Q arrangements to
Ian Warnett [email protected] 0419-730-668
Greg Skinner [email protected] 0417- 748-789
Register your historic display vehicle
with QHMC using the ICC webform
before the day
http://fs12.formsite.com/discoverIpswich/fo
rm15/index.html
or ask Ian or Greg to register your car for you
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Brisbane Bentley News
Bentley Brisbane recently hosted guests at the 2015 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix in the inaugural
and exclusive Bentley Studio in the Paddock Club above Pit Lane. The beautifully designed suite had
uncompromising pit lane views, access to a rooftop viewing deck, pit lane walks and for the first time
out of Europe, the Bentley Studio configuration suite. It was a weekend to remember and we hope to
see you in the Bentley Studio for the 2016 Formula 1 Australia Grand Prix.
Bentley Brisbane are excited to announce the collaboration with Princess Yachts, a range of bespoke
Bentley vehicles will be displayed at the Princess Yachts & Bentley Luxury Lifestyle Display taking place
on the Sovereign Islands Marina, Gold Coast from 20th to 28th of May. We look forward to you joining
us for this Luxury Lifestyle Display to enjoy and immerse yourself in all things luxurious.
An exclusive offer is also now available at Bentley Brisbane, to all first generation Continental Model
Series. A retro fit kit can now be installed to allow our Bentley owners the ability to pair their mobile
device to the sound system in their treasured Bentley Continental. This connectivity kit is compatible
with the latest handsets including iPhone 6 and contacts to be accessed via the infotainments system
when paired.
Currently in the Bentley Brisbane showroom:
o the very latest Bentley Sports Car Demonstrator, the MY15 Bentley Continental GT V8 S in a head
turning Monaco Yellow, that was originally $577,000, now available $429,900 on road
o Bentley classic 2003 Arnage Series 2 T Black in Beluga with low kilometres of 59,142 kms, valued
at $119,990 drive away
o 2007 Bentley Continental GT 60 Coupe in Diamond Black with extensive options, travelled only
29,000 kms and valued at $189,900 drive away.
These vehicles are only a selection of models that Bentley Brisbane has available, we welcome you to
visit the showroom in the Fortitude Valley, or if you are thinking of selling your Bentley or Rolls-Royce,
please contact Scott Newland, General Sales Manager on 07 3257 7222 or
[email protected].
Personalising your Bentley with Mulliner
By inviting Mulliner to work on the finish of your new car, you are creating more than just a unique
customised car, you are creating a statement that reflects your personality that will grace every day of
your life. The process of personalising your car is as pleasing and simple as driving the finished vehicle
itself. Bespoke hides for the upholstery, accent coloured interior details and special Mulliner additions
can be specified and chosen to create a car that is not only exquisitely crafted on the outside but holds
a unique beauty on the inside.
Contact Bentley Brisbane for more information and to begin your Mulliner customisation journey.
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New style name badges
If you would like to replace your current RROC badge
with the new version, contact Ann Sparks to place an
order (phone 07 3289 7920 or email
[email protected]).
Cost is $20.00 per badge plus postage and handling
where applicable.
Your order will be included in the next batch to be processed. Payment is by arrangement upon placing
your order.
RROC-Q contacts
President
Ian Maitland
0498 647 275
AH (07)3353-4825
Vice President
Frank Carroll
0418 775 963
[email protected]
[email protected]
Treasurer
Ann Sparks
0432 125 430
Ph (07)3289-7920
Secretary
Glenn Cuffe
0409 593 696
AH (07)3366-6306
[email protected]
Committee member
Vicki Batty
0438 746 641
Committee member
Susie Maitland
0407 127 874
[email protected]
[email protected]
Committee member
Ian Warnett
0419 730 668
Club mailing address:
[email protected]
Spring Hill Qld 4004
TNS Editor
Vicki Batty
0438 746 641
Webmaster
Brian Carson
0403 307 198
[email protected]
[email protected]
Event Coordinator
Brett Roberts
AH (07)3353-9915
Chief Judge
Frank Carroll
0418 775 963
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Committee member
Greg Skinner
0417 748 789
AH (07)3208-5590
[email protected]
Registrar & Dating Officer
David Balfour
0421 872 073
Ph (07)3123-7903
PO Box 242
[email protected]
Librarian
Glenn Cuffe
0409 593 696
AH (07)3366-6306
[email protected]
If you have a suggestion for an event contact the club’s president & event coordinator
If you have an article or suggestion for the newsletter contact the club’s editor
If you have a suggestion for the website contact the club’s webmaster
To order a name badge or a car badge contact the club’s treasurer
Send general correspondence to the club’s secretary
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NBS News & Tips
NBS SERVICES
Classic Car Servicing & Maintenance
ABN: 11 112 772 059
April 2015
NBS SERVICES specialises in the servicing and care of fine automobiles. We offer maintenance,
servicing and restoration facilities for your classic Rolls-Royce or Bentley motor vehicle. We can
also service and maintain your every-day car!
Expressions of interest are invited on the following vehicles:
1952 Bentley “R” type manual .........................................................................................$60,000
1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith – auto, Park Ward .........................................................$38,000
1954 Bentley R type automatic - black ............................................................................$36,000
1955 Bentley ‘R’ type automatic - partly dismantled......................................................$25,000
1973 Rolls-Royce Corniche Drop Head Coupe ................................................................$95,000
1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II 75th anniversary model ...........................................$28,000
1988 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur ...........................................................................................$28,000
1991 Bentley Turbo R .......................................................................................................$25,000
1995 Bentley Brooklands non-turbo – green ..................................................................$50,000
Now In Stock White Wall Tyres to suit Silver Shadow & Silver Spirit.
We stock a
range of new
and
second hand
Rolls-Royce and
Bentley parts.
Rubber boots to fit carburettor solenoid – Silver
Shadow
Bosch fog lamps to fit Silver Spirit
Parts for sale
$5,000 set of 4 rims to suit Bentley Arnage with near
new tyres
18” chrome rim with centre caps
Continental tyres 255 55 18
Helpful Hint Fitting replacement batteries
Before replacing the battery in your vehicle, there are a few things to keep in mind.
o What polarity is the vehicle. Negative earth or positive earth.
o Which battery terminal is connected to the body or frame.
Fitting a battery incorrectly can be costly to repaired damaged components.
If your vehicle has items which require a battery connection to maintain settings, eg: clock, radio and
seating positions, use a memory device.
Ensure the replacement battery is up to the task. The battery is large enough to cope with the load.
Batteries are rated CCA (cold cranking amps) and RC (reserve current).
Check the battery terminals are tightened and the cables are not fouling on the any metal components.
NBS Service workshop
Unit 1, 356 Bilsen Road, Geebung, QLD, 4034
Phone: (07) 3865 3062 Fax: (07) 3865 3067
Postal address: PO BOX 325, Ferny Hills QLD 4055
Email: [email protected]
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BREAKDOWN SERVICE
Phone Steve on 0409 475 648