20/03/18

Disaster. Up early to get the truck and when I got to the garage they were just finishing up. So far so good. I headed for a bit of breakfast and returned about 45 minutes later. The car had been cleaned and was ready to go.

I happily drove back to the flat, which is literally across the road and we duly said our goodbyes and thanks for letting us stay etc. With our possessions packed and the truck reorganised for the journey we set off towards Soweto and onto Rourke’s Drift. Then as I put my foot down we had no power. Without panicking we went back to the garage explained the problem. After an hour of investigative work, it was diagnosed that the turbo had gone. It couldn’t be fixed here and would have to go to a specialist on the other side of town. Fingers crossed and we would be informed of the outcome later in the day.

OK, it’s not the turbo but another part. Apparently, they may be able to get one or not. Useful hey. Anyway, we should know later today but it means we are not going anywhere today. And the good news keeps coming, if the part doesn’t come today it won’t be till Thursday at the earliest that we can leave as its a holiday here tomorrow.

Oh yes there is a huge thunder and lightning storm so not really looking to go outside. So, what do 2 guys do, turn on the tele and watch some good films; Alien Covenant and Escape Plan.

Well we are not getting the part today so will be here till at least Thursday. How annoying but nothing we can do.

This delay though has thrown our plans somewhat. Time for us to take stock and plan.