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    Detectors.. Places to go .. No secret spots wanted(obviously lol)

    Hi Andrew, try the Vulcan State Forest, if detecting fails you can always grab the pan! Bits of gold and gems to be had.
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    Minelab GPX5000 tips, settings and questions

    Well, I bought it. 4k with 5 nugget finders 2 commanders , 2 batteries, swing arm, 2 speakers, booster, new leads and arm rest. So if anyone wants to try out a few different sized coils, I've got plenty! All I gotta do now is get used to the settings, Few more than my old 2200d :D
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    Minelab GPX5000 tips, settings and questions

    Im going around now to have a look, I'll check for wear on the unit. Thanks guys
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    Captains Flat

    Nice. I sometimes head to captains flat as I love the history of the place. I once knew an old timer who was a born there. He told me much abour the flat history and the gold rush days.
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    Minelab GPX5000 tips, settings and questions

    Hi guys around 4 years. I'm pretty certiant it's not a fake. I'll call minelab tomorrow with the serial number to make sure. The deal comes with 4 nugget finders , 12x8 17x13, 17x11, 12 mono 20inch round + the 2 standard commanders 2 batteries heap of extras leads ect.. 4k Hard to pass up!
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    Minelab GPX5000 tips, settings and questions

    Hi guys I'm after a bit of advice regarding the longevity of a fairly used 5000. Does any one know if the PI mechanics wear out over time? Or does the manufacturer deem the machine ineffective (in their eyes) after the warranty period? I've been offered a pretty good deal on a used 5000 but it...
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    How you going in this Heat

    NA, Just a sunset over the harbour.
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    How you going in this Heat

    Ive been renovating in Albury.. I'm a coastie. Grew up in the ocean and use to 22-25. Temps here in Albury have been 38-42 all week. Tried tiling the laundry took me twice as long as I was walking around like a zombie, jack hammered up the slab in the bathroom, same thing. Garrentee weight loss...
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    Hi All

    Hi Mate welcome :) unfortunately I'm a Welshie and can't offer you any tips on where to detect in Vic I can offer some safety advice tho: Pack for the unexpected, first aid, gps phone app whatever long as it works, plenty of water , always tell someone where abouts your heading, theres plenty...
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    Boys and their toys 2018 what did you buy

    Looks strong as! And if those rivets ever rattle loose good luck drilling them out.. I some times have that job at work.. they are one tough mother F clear of a rivet! Nice job keep the pics coming :D
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    South Aust pay dirt.

    Mate golds gold! Few good pickers in there! Nice :Y:
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    Recording while detecting.

    If you're after a rock steady video you'll need to mount a gimble to the top of your detector. Some expensive some.not so. They come in various sizes for all types of cameras. Most drones use them to produce lovely shots. Every Wedding videographers dream!
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    Minelab Battery pack replacement

    Hi mate yeah they spin crarp like nothing else. Back in the day I use to own a Sony handycam with the larger battery. I've been trying to find a genuine Sony one but not having much luck. This will be my back up battery and I'm thinking of charging via solar.
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    A sad day.

    Condolences Ramjet. Our thoughts are with you. I'm saddend by your loss.
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    Minelab Battery pack replacement

    Hi guys what are your thoughts if I run 7.4v through a 5000 Thinking about wirering one of these up . The battery also charges back up through a usb. So pretty handy.
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    Specific Gravity test help - Gold and quartz

    Hey 4x4 have you got a pic we can take a look at. Might help.
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    Boys and their toys 2018 what did you buy

    I decked out the car with a couple of 12inch subs, new head deck and 4000w amp! Fully sikk lol
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    gidday

    Hi Shnapper If you can afford the lessons, well worth it. Im sure you'll learn more than just how to use a detector. , I'm guessing things like 'the lay of the land.. what to look for, things like where gold could get trapped ect.., best times to detect, probably even safety thrown in. Go for...
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    Has anyone found a 1930 Penny?

    I found a really old chinese coin once up around Captians flat. Very worn so stupidly i just threw it in the back of the ute. Never to be seen again. :awful: (No google search back then!) Im Pretty sure it had a square hole in the middle. Anyway. I've never found a 1930 detecting but now I...
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    Dry Blower

    I'll second that Macca. The blokes like a Dr Karl of gold land haha :D
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