DanielG Posted 31, May 2009 Report Posted 31, May 2009 Hey there! Figured I should introduce myself, as I most likely will be becoming a part of it! Currently looking for a Clio 172 to buy to replace my dying '94 Mitsubishi Verada, so if anyone in Melbourne has one for sale - message me! I'm 18, studying Civil Engineering at RMIT uni. Been a car fanatic since I was little - it's a shame I've had to drive the Verada for the past half year - mis-firing, CV joints gone, blown head gasket (development in last week), 25L/100km average... and it just goes on. I've also been very much into photography for the past 4 or so years. Recently got into car photography using the light painting method, which has been some fun. If anyone is interested in a shoot, give me a yell Hope to see you guys around more, especially if I get a 172! Quote
rmadrid-182 Posted 31, May 2009 Report Posted 31, May 2009 Hey danielG, welcome to the forum.. hope you get a RSc soon... just check to see if the car has had its regular service Quote
CHRIS-172 Posted 31, May 2009 Report Posted 31, May 2009 Photography and renaultsport ownership go haand in hand it seems! Dish, ITL and even walkie 86 are pretty handy with the camera not to mention many others! Welcome BTW. Quote
griffyn Posted 1, June 2009 Report Posted 1, June 2009 Welcome (soon) to the community! Best of luck with your hunt, hope you find a good'un. Quote
DanielG Posted 1, June 2009 Author Report Posted 1, June 2009 There's one 2003 RS that's not far from me at all for $13450 with 73,000km. Has receipts for all previous services and just had a major service in Febuary. It is the mid-2003 model with ESP/TC as well. http://www.carsales.com.au/all-cars/pri ... ?R=7169567 Once I start really hunting (ie. Going to look/drive them), is there any member from Melbourne around my area (Bentleigh) that would be willing to come along and use their more experienced eye to see if there's any issues? Quote
dragyn Posted 1, June 2009 Report Posted 1, June 2009 I'm sure you'll get several hands up (myself included) Welcome to the community. Quote
dre81 Posted 1, June 2009 Report Posted 1, June 2009 well i'd never say no to driving another RS even if it is identical to mine apart from colour!!That said i'm mechanically minded but mechanically incompetent compared to other members!! Quote
walkie86 Posted 1, June 2009 Report Posted 1, June 2009 Welcome! There are a few pro photographers on the forum and quite a few amateurs who produce some top stuff too. Good luck in the search for the RSC! Quote
DanielG Posted 2, June 2009 Author Report Posted 2, June 2009 Good to hear that a few members are willing to help Will definitely compensate you in some way once it happens! Should post some of my photography here, see what you guys think of it Quote
benst Posted 2, June 2009 Report Posted 2, June 2009 Good to hear that a few members are willing to help Will definitely compensate you in some way once it happens! Should post some of my photography here, see what you guys think of it Welcome to the forum Daniel. I just checked out your website, via the link in your sig, and I must say your photos look awesome. What photography gear do you use (body, lenses, filters, flash, etc) ? Quote
dovla Posted 2, June 2009 Report Posted 2, June 2009 Welcome Daniel, there is no place like OZRS! Nice photos too, i too would be interested in what gear you use! cheers vlad Quote
DanielG Posted 3, June 2009 Author Report Posted 3, June 2009 Body: Canon 1d Mark II, 20D Lenses: Canon 135 f/2L, 24-105 f/4L IS, 50 f/1.8 - Sigma 10-20 f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM, Sigma 100-300 f/4 HSM, Sigma 18-200 f/3.5-6.3 DC OS Flash: Canon 580EX II Filters: Most commonly would probably be a circular polarizer and some Cokin graduated neutral density filters. The 135 is my favourite lens, the photos it produces are just so freaking sharp and creamy! And I think some of you may ask how I do the car photos - a Jaycar 63 LED worklight shooting into a 60x60cm softbox. Find a pitch black spot, set camera to 30-40s... and paint the car with light Quote
Dish Posted 3, June 2009 Report Posted 3, June 2009 Welcome aboard Daniel! Nice set up there mate - that's some serious Canon gear! We share some similar bits (same flash & 50mm lens LOL). I'm running a 40D, generally with a 70-200 2.8L hanging off it Amazed at your technique and creativity re "light painting". Gives it a very studio-like result. Would love to see you at work on a car. I've done some similar things using ambient light mixed with handheld off-camera flash. Also used another car's headlights for interesting effects We are running a month-by-month 2010 calendar competition, so keep an eye on that and feel free to submit images. Happy Clio hunting. There are usually good ones that come up for sale here, either by existing members or those found in classifieds that members point out. Cheers, Dish. Quote
DanielG Posted 3, June 2009 Author Report Posted 3, June 2009 I actually really want to get rid of the 100-300 and get a 70-200 2.8 IS, but it is the least uses lens and no funds to do that atm anyway. Haven't really taken any photos in ages, which is bugging me Where abouts in VIC are you? If you'd like, we can meet up perhaps on the weekend and I can show you how the light painting works Quote
dragyn Posted 3, June 2009 Report Posted 3, June 2009 I actually really want to get rid of the 100-300 and get a 70-200 2.8 IS, but it is the least uses lens and no funds to do that atm anyway. Haven't really taken any photos in ages, which is bugging me Where abouts in VIC are you? If you'd like, we can meet up perhaps on the weekend and I can show you how the light painting works Perhaps this will give you a little inspiration... viewforum.php?f=40 Quote
DanielG Posted 3, June 2009 Author Report Posted 3, June 2009 I don't think taking photos of my current car are particularly exciting, haha! http://danielgphoto.com/090209/HA2P4289.jpg http://danielgphoto.com/090209/HA2P4294.jpg To be fair though, it looks like this now: http://danielgphoto.com/090209/HA2P4436%20copy.jpg http://danielgphoto.com/090209/HA2P4410.jpg Quote
dragyn Posted 3, June 2009 Report Posted 3, June 2009 Come on the drive day on the 28th. Plenty of "models" for you there Quote
DanielG Posted 3, June 2009 Author Report Posted 3, June 2009 Don't know what my girlfriend will think of that when I tell her I'm going to go take some photos of sexy French models I'd need a ride though, no way I'm going in the Verada, probably wouldn't make the trip. Right CV joint worn badly, both CV boots worn (L/R) Mis-fires (unknown cause!) Head-gasket possibly gone Radiator is corroded All shocks sound like they're gone Transmission makes loud knocking noises when down shifting while braking Takes ~25L/100km Knocking noise from front left when doing quick left then right turns (roundabout shows it nicely) Only thing it does well is sound decent, but only because it has a 'sports' muffler on it and the airbox cover has been removed Quote
Dish Posted 3, June 2009 Report Posted 3, June 2009 I'm in Wheelers Hill, so not overly far away from you. Already have plans for Saturday night, not sure about the rest of the weekend but can let you know. Ideally, need to pick a night with a new moon so that it's really dark! What do you use to power the Jaycar lamp? Quote
DanielG Posted 3, June 2009 Author Report Posted 3, June 2009 It's battery powered - rechargeable pack inside. Came with a power pack + 12V car charger as well. Quote
Dish Posted 3, June 2009 Report Posted 3, June 2009 hmmmmmm found this with 35 LEDs: http://www.jaycar.com.au/productView.as ... BCATID=296 Can't seem to find one with 63 though. Quote
DanielG Posted 3, June 2009 Author Report Posted 3, June 2009 http://www.weatherdownunder.net.au/inde ... cts_id=540 That's what I got, I can't seem to find it on Jaycar either :S I'm going out now, but I'll check the paper catalogue when I get home. Quote
DanielG Posted 3, June 2009 Author Report Posted 3, June 2009 They must have gotten rid of it for this year - it's not in the catalogue either. But the website I linked has it for the same price and identical unit Quote
Dish Posted 3, June 2009 Report Posted 3, June 2009 Cool, thanks for that. Reasonable price! Look forward to meeting up and seeing it in action Quote
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