Omairfk Posted November 27, 2019 Report Share Posted November 27, 2019 1 hour ago, Gaurav said: Remove it and keep it safe or else if desert removes it for you then it wont be in reusable shape. Image is not very clear showing the right ground clearance, if its less than 1 feet, 100% remove it to get 1 feet of ground clearance (at least). If it's more than 1 feet, then you can take 50-50 chance, only if you are very careful on every dune decline. Makes sense. Better safe than sorry. Another question which i forgot to ask is do i need comprehensive offroad insurance? I didnt get one at the time of registration as i didnt expect my desire to offroad to grow this quick haha..Since its in almost new condition, dont want to wreck it. Is it possible to only get an offroad cover added to your insurance now? Sorry for the many questions.. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rahimdad Posted November 27, 2019 Report Share Posted November 27, 2019 @Omairfk when in doubt better to ask. We are all here for you. It depends which insurance company you are using, check with them if you can pay the extra to add on off road cover. If it's a new vehicle it's worth every fil. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omairfk Posted November 27, 2019 Report Share Posted November 27, 2019 (edited) 29 minutes ago, Rahimdad said: @Omairfk when in doubt better to ask. We are all here for you. It depends which insurance company you are using, check with them if you can pay the extra to add on off road cover. If it's a new vehicle it's worth every fil. Update: i just attached the policy terms. Am i reading it right? That its not covered? Thanks for the prompt response @Rahimdad . i got the insurance through Noor Takaful. I have already contacted them awaiting their response. Dont want to miss this drive. Already missed a few since i was out of the country. You guys are really very welcoming!! or are you just pretending to be so you can get me to join the cult?? just kidding.... 😜 Edited November 27, 2019 by Omairfk 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaurav Posted November 27, 2019 Report Share Posted November 27, 2019 Offroad insurance is must have, as far as you can have it until 7-10 years of age of vehicle. If Noor can't add, cancel that policy and switch to RSA and AXA, proven best insurance with no-headache offroad cover. Check RTA process for change of insurance and update here too (in separate thread) to help others. 3 Let's root for each other & watch each other grow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omairfk Posted November 27, 2019 Report Share Posted November 27, 2019 5 minutes ago, Gaurav said: Offroad insurance is must have, as far as you can have it until 7-10 years of age of vehicle. If Noor can't add, cancel that policy and switch to RSA and AXA, proven best insurance with no-headache offroad cover. Check RTA process for change of insurance and update here too (in separate thread) to help others. Sure, i will update you guys. Hopefully its not a hassle. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omairfk Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 So after numerous calls to the company and broker they tell me that it is not possible to add offroad cover to my truck. The only cover i have is recovery of broken down vehicle from the desert. They claim that even if they do add "offroad cover", accidents involving for example the truck flipping or dune bashing is not covered by traditional offroad cover. Ill have to get some special entertainment cover. I have no idea what they are on about. Is this true? Can any one suggest what to do? I dont think it is feasible to cancel my insurance and take a new one and go through passing and renewal just to switch to offroad cover. 😑 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaurav Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 This is the typical "scaring" information you will get from the companies who do not offer such cover. No standard insurance covers racing, rally, motorsport, contest, kind of events as it requires a visit from an inspector to check your car modification quality and stage of modification to quote you accordingly. For stock or slightly modified cars with reasonable lift, filter and protection mods etc. standard insurance is more than enough. RSA, AXA and even Oman offroad cover "COVERS" all types of offroad accidents, flips and damages as far as they are accidents means unintentional with an exception of damage done while towing (not covered). So for extreme stuck situation (god forbid) RSA offer 2 free desert recoveries per year you can avail that. Call RSA and double check my information, as I have recently got this information due to an incident we had. For changing insurance on registration card, passing and renewal is required.....? Very weird. Have you called RTA to get this information or it was advised by existing insurance guys? 1 Let's root for each other & watch each other grow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunty_and_pops Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 Hi all. A quick question. Would it be possible for me to leave at 9am? Or would we be too far out? Thanks. Ali 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunty_and_pops Posted November 28, 2019 Report Share Posted November 28, 2019 All... Unfortunately I will have to bail again. Loss is mine. Hopefully next week. Rgds. Ali 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Wrangeld Posted November 30, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted November 30, 2019 Srikumar, our leader, and everyone involved - fantastic. Thanks from the two of us for the brilliant introduction to the desert. Massive smiles all day, massive happiness (and a bit of relief) that our little Wrangler still has what's needed, massive enjoyment meeting all you guys and we are looking forward to the next event. For any Newbie wondering about this group or joining this type of ride: From the moment we met at the gas station to the briefing, through deflation and on, the incredible professionalism and care of attention to detail by the whole Carnity group was simply outstanding. There is a simple rule. Enjoy yourself, safely. This means that the convoy leaves with people looking out for you front and back. When you get into trouble there is advice on how to get out of trouble - practical, helpful, encouraging and most of all PATIENT advice on what to do to recover the vehicle from the situation The more experienced drivers do not make you feel like you are holding them up, do not make you feel like you should know more and are there to advise, support and if needed, help you dig yourself out. Noone would be left behind, and everyone is welcomed. We will be back again and again. 4 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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