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RSVP is now Closed. Please find your convoy number below. First 30 minutes 1. Jeepie 2. Rahimdad 3. Foxtrot Oscar 4. Lorenzo. 5. Shiju Manuel. 6. Vanessa 7. Mels Wolf 8. Asifk 9. Colin Jordan 10.Kalahari 11.Rinelle 12.J J 13.Sertac Second 30 minutes 1. Richard 2. Rahimdad 3. Foxtrot Oscar 4. Lorenzo. 5. Shiju Manuel. 6. Vanessa 7. Mels Wolf 8. Asifk 9. Colin Jordan 10.Kalahari 11.Rinelle 12.J J 13.Sertac Radio frequency will be: Carnity Channel 1: 446.00625 Mhz. Please make sure your radio is charged and set to all 5 Carnity frequencies when you arrive at the deflation point, as we might change the channel if there is disturbance on Channel 1. Keep your distance when deflating and do not "gather" upon arrival. Deflate your vehicle and step back in the car so we can convey the briefing over the radio. Whenever you need help to deflate, announce on the radio and a senior or marshal will come to assist. Make sure you have a deflator, flag, and your radio. Depending on how time and heat permits we will be ending nearby the gas station or at Faya, so a compressor is an added advantage. See you tomorrow ! @Kalahari, @Foxtrot Oscar, @Vanessa8580, @Rinelle Sanaani, @asifk, @Colin Jordan, @Lorenzo Candelpergher, @Mels Wolf, @J J, @Shiju Manuel, @Jeepie and @sertac,12 points
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UPDATE Got it checked with a key maker as suggested, turns out the key had apparently lost its memory. Thank God. So just spent about AED 250 to get the key reprogrammed as well as an additional key. Saved me the hassle of changing the receiver, computer and what not. Thanks guys7 points
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As we have been respecting authorities guidance & Carnity COVID guidelines to resume desert drives with caution by keeping social distance and wearing mask at all times outside the vehicle Unfortunately few off-roaders have difficulty in understanding and abiding these guidelines. As published in the national newspaper of UAE, everyone need to understand that still there are no gatherings allowed and authorities are issuing fine for 10,000 AED for host and 5,000 AED for attendees. https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/people-caught-violating-covid-19-safety-instructions-prosecuted-1.1591381059748 If you spot anyone stepping out of the car not wearing a mask, please remind them on the radio immediately. As we all are in this together, so we all have to help each other to remind. Failing to abide below list of restriction will result in an immediate ban from Carnity Off-road Club: FIRST WARNING Minimum 1 month ban from joining any Carnity off-road Club drives. Written warning will be issued on your Carnity profile. SECOND WARNING Minimum 6 month ban from joining any Carnity off-road Club drives. Written warning will be issued on your Carnity profile. If you do not like these restrictions, please stay at home and do not join for any off-road drives. Every Carnity Off-road Club Member has to COMPLY WITH THESE COVID19 GUIDELINES FACE MASK IS MANDATORY, WHENEVER YOU STEP OUT - NO EXCUSES. LEARN TO CONFIGURE YOUR RADIO, before the drive. Nobody will teach you or exchange radios like before. Read the detailed instructions posted here - to configure. If you still cannot configure, ask on forum ahead of time. Click "TOTALLY AGREE" Emoji here before RSVP any drive or else trip lead will remove your name.6 points
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Yes but for now, with Covid rules, we can simply ask questions and share tips on this dedicated Nissan XTerra section. https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCf22cb5JGhvWXHbbRNjAWOw For DYI fixes, I would recommend this YouTube channel.5 points
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Welcome to the COVID 19 "new normal" lifestyle with restrictions and precautions for everyone safety. Moving forward and respecting authorities guidance all desert drives will be done under strict control. No Gathering | No Briefing | No BBQ | No Eating Together | No Touching | No Hugging MUST READ: Not following these rules and precautions = Not allowed to drive. We are only allowed to drive through the desert, as we are driving on the road now. So we will only do the desert driving just by sitting inside our cars at all the times and leave the drive without socializing or coming close to each other. Just like before we like to continue our desert drives through out the year, but this time we need your immense support to understand the strict control and to help everyone follow them all the time. For members who are fasting, they can break their fast discreetly and convoy will be stopped during that time and until they offer their prayer. How to maintain "STRICT" Social Distancing Meeting point will be set slightly (100m - 200m) inside the desert track. So, that you individually deflate your tires on the tarmac before reaching the meeting point. While deflating tires, stop cars 10 meters away from any other car. Drive signup on calendar will be closed on Thursday morning by 9 AM. Convoy numbering and briefing will be posted here on this drive post before 6 PM on Thursday. All participants need to read & acknowledge the briefing by clicking "Totally Agree" reaction Switch on your radio when you reach the meeting point on the set frequency advised by the trip lead in the critical briefing here. Once everyone reach to the meeting point, everyone stay inside the car at all the times. Trip lead will do the roll call, convoy numbering recap, critical briefing over the radio. Any suggestions or issues will be discussed over the radio too. You can also speak to other members through the radio only. So please make sure that your radio battery is fully charged. Once all set, trip lead will start the drive as before. Refusal and Recoveries with Social Distancing Every drive will have 1 lead Marshal and 1 or 2 supporting senior members/crew. Whenever there is a stuck or refusal, only Marshal / Senior Member / Crew is allowed to handle the situation. Everyone else including the stuck car driver, stay inside the car - AT ALL TIMES. Marshal / Senior Member / Crew is only allowed to step out to access the situation and do the recoveries: They will wear mask and gloves at all times when they are outside their car. They will try to help self recover through the radio guidance. If not they will use required recovery gear and do the needful (shovel, tug or winch, as required). If at any time Marshal require help, then only you are allowed to step out by wearing face mask and gloves at all times. Drive completion and inflation Now, there will not be any gathering or sitting down together for food-break like before. Once drive is finished, after reaching the tarmac, everyone is requested to move away 50-100 meters before starting their inflation. For drivers having no compressor, can head to the near by fuel station. If drive is ending at a place where there is no fuel station near by, then trip lead will inform in advance so that drivers having their own compressor can join only. Now Strictly no more sharing of compressors, radio, shovel or any recovery gear, at any times. Mandatory things you require to attend the drive Face mask - at least TWO face mask is needed in case one get damage or fly away. Disposable rubber gloves - at least two sets are needed. Wear face mask and gloves at all the times, when you are out of your car. Carry plenty of hand sanitizer and object sanitizer (spray). Use your sanitizers generously, whenever you step out to help or recover. Sanitize your hands before getting back into your car. Sanitize your recovery gears, if you have used them. Fully charged radio - without any excuse - No radio = No drive. Shovel - Must for every car, to do little self recovery Safety flag - Must for every car, like before Compressor - If joining the drives that is ending far from the fuel station. Mandatory precaution that you need to take at all times Do not step out of your car UNLESS/OTHERWISE advice by Marshal / Senior Member / Crew. No shaking hands, hugs or touching each other. No sharing of food, drinks or recovery tools. If you are not feeling well, please stay at home and take a lot of rest. If you have travel in last 14 days, then please do not attend this drive. If you feel unwell during the drive, please let trip lead know so he can plan an early exit. Not more than 3 pax in a car and if all 3 aren't living together, then they should wear the mask inside the car too. Drive Details Level: Newbie and above - All Level When: 12 Jun 2020, Friday. Meeting time: 4:00 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Action Plan: Evening drive till about 08:00 PM Meeting Point: Tawi Nazwa Farm - https://goo.gl/maps/ME9rkXLNYiMwj5L78 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 08:00 PM End Point: 2nd Dec Cafeteria - https://goo.gl/maps/HmdMcdMKftaN9VVS8 P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 15 cars maximum. RSVP will close on Thursday - 9 AM. 1 Lead Marshal + 2 or 1 Senior Members + 12 Members. If the RSVP is full and you wish to join, please mention your name on the drive thread to add on the waiting list Latecomers will be returned back - without ANY EXCEPTIONS. Members without RSVP will be returned back - without ANY EXCEPTIONS. Please withdraw your RSVP, if you aren't joining, so your spot can be taken by others. Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month. PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR4 points
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Welcome to the COVID 19 "new normal" lifestyle with restrictions and precautions for everyone safety. Moving forward and respecting authorities guidance all desert drives will be done under strict control. No Gathering | No Briefing | No BBQ | No Eating Together | No Touching | No Hugging MUST READ: Not following these rules and precautions = Not allowed to drive. We are only allowed to drive through the desert, as we are driving on the road now. So we will only do the desert driving just by sitting inside our cars at all the times and leave the drive without socializing or coming close to each other. Just like before we like to continue our desert drives through out the year, but this time we need your immense support to understand the strict control and to help everyone follow them all the time. For members who are fasting, they can break their fast discreetly and convoy will be stopped during that time and until they offer their prayer. How to maintain "STRICT" Social Distancing Meeting point will be set slightly (100m - 200m) inside the desert track. So, that you individually deflate your tires on the tarmac before reaching the meeting point. While deflating tires, stop cars 10 meters away from any other car. Drive signup on calendar will be closed on Thursday morning by 9 AM. Convoy numbering and briefing will be posted here on this drive post before 6 PM on Thursday. All participants need to read & acknowledge the briefing by clicking "Totally Agree" reaction Switch on your radio when you reach the meeting point on the set frequency advised by the trip lead in the critical briefing here. Once everyone reach to the meeting point, everyone stay inside the car at all the times. Trip lead will do the roll call, convoy numbering recap, critical briefing over the radio. Any suggestions or issues will be discussed over the radio too. You can also speak to other members through the radio only. So please make sure that your radio battery is fully charged. Once all set, trip lead will start the drive as before. Refusal and Recoveries with Social Distancing Every drive will have 1 lead Marshal and 1 or 2 supporting senior members/crew. Whenever there is a stuck or refusal, only Marshal / Senior Member / Crew is allowed to handle the situation. Everyone else including the stuck car driver, stay inside the car - AT ALL TIMES. Marshal / Senior Member / Crew is only allowed to step out to access the situation and do the recoveries: They will wear mask and gloves at all times when they are outside their car. They will try to help self recover through the radio guidance. If not they will use required recovery gear and do the needful (shovel, tug or winch, as required). If at any time Marshal require help, then only you are allowed to step out by wearing face mask and gloves at all times. Drive completion and inflation Now, there will not be any gathering or sitting down together for food-break like before. Once drive is finished, after reaching the tarmac, everyone is requested to move away 50-100 meters before starting their inflation. For drivers having no compressor, can head to the near by fuel station. If drive is ending at a place where there is no fuel station near by, then trip lead will inform in advance so that drivers having their own compressor can join only. Now Strictly no more sharing of compressors, radio, shovel or any recovery gear, at any times. Mandatory things you require to attend the drive Face mask - at least TWO face mask is needed in case one get damage or fly away. Disposable rubber gloves - at least two sets are needed. Wear face mask and gloves at all the times, when you are out of your car. Carry plenty of hand sanitizer and object sanitizer (spray). Use your sanitizers generously, whenever you step out to help or recover. Sanitize your hands before getting back into your car. Sanitize your recovery gears, if you have used them. Fully charged radio - without any excuse - No radio = No drive. Shovel - Must for every car, to do little self recovery Safety flag - Must for every car, like before Compressor - If joining the drives that is ending far from the fuel station. Mandatory precaution that you need to take at all times Do not step out of your car UNLESS/OTHERWISE advice by Marshal / Senior Member / Crew. No shaking hands, hugs or touching each other. No sharing of food, drinks or recovery tools. If you are not feeling well, please stay at home and take a lot of rest. If you have travel in last 14 days, then please do not attend this drive. If you feel unwell during the drive, please let trip lead know so he can plan an early exit. Not more than 3 pax in a car and if all 3 aren't living together, then they should wear the mask inside the car too. Drive Details Level: Fewbie and above - (No Newbie and No Absolute Newbie Allowed) When: 12 Jun 2020, Friday. Meeting time: 4:00 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Action Plan: Evening drive till about 08:00 PM Meeting Point: Solar Park Pylon - https://goo.gl/maps/N6DVvggsNYBP9FuS6 (24°46'23.2"N 55°21'15.8"E) Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 08:00 PM End Point: Al Qudra Parking - https://goo.gl/maps/6cmq7ad9tucp3Ays9 LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 15 cars maximum. RSVP will close on Thursday - 9 AM. 1 Lead Marshal + 2 or 1 Senior Members + 12 Members. If the RSVP is full and you wish to join, please mention your name on the drive thread to add on the waiting list Latecomers will be returned back - without ANY EXCEPTIONS. Members without RSVP will be returned back - without ANY EXCEPTIONS. Please withdraw your RSVP, if you aren't joining, so your spot can be taken by others. Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month. PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR4 points
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All I know they are 9inc and it is being controlled with a button inside4 points
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DRIVE RSVP IS NOW CLOSED: This is the convoy list for tomorrow: Please make sure your radio is set to channel 1: 446.00625 Mhz and switched on when you arrive at deflation point. Also make sure the other Carnity channels are programmed into your radio so we can switch to another channel when needed. Members who have not clicked "totally agree" on the BAN post, will not be allowed to join the drive, as we want to have formal acknowledgement that you have understood our rules and precautions. Please take note we are not meeting at the old meeting point in Al Qudra. This new meeting point is a few kilometers further down the road, where you have a sand track that leads into the desert. Double check the Google Maps coordinates. Keep your distance when deflating and do not "gather" upon arrival. Deflate your vehicle and step back in the car so we can convey the briefing over the radio. Whenever you need help to deflate, announce on the radio and a senior or marshal will come to assist. Make sure you have a deflator, flag, and your radio. See you tomorrow !4 points
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@Yousef Alimadadi @Mikhail Lukichev @Jose Martin @Nacho Please click on the "totally agree" icon in the drive post and also in the Carnity BAN thread to formally acknowledge you have understood and agreed with the COVID-19 precautions.4 points
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In this difficult times whole world "policy" is to stay safe and continue doing what we were with minimal restrictions. We were probably the first offroad club in the UAE to have "COVID Compliance offroad drives" posted publically by implementing strict restriction to safeguard everyone. To be in full compliance with authorities guideline and yet manage the convoy, we have restricted each drive to 10-15 cars at max. And doing that itself was a borderline challenge that we have to issue a new ban policy for the first time in Carnity history last week. I fully understand your enthusiasm and disappointment to not to able to join the drive, but wait for tomorrow as we always have maximum plus and minus on Thursday. And once you drive with carnity offroad club, I'm sure you will understand that why drives here get filled within few hours of posting. Kindly make sure that your name is in the wait list for the drive that you wish to join.4 points
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@andy_macdxb @syed salman razaI left the event. If you want please RSVP.3 points
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Great idea @Desert Dweller, at one point @Barry had suggested to have a session which would give everyone the basic knowledge of how the car operates and some basic tools and stuff. Maybe @Barry can help with such a session. It would also be helpful if @Jeepie, @Vanessa8580 and more people can join to make this session lower cost for all and @Barry could address several people in one session. What say @Barry? Do you want to launch a session which you had spoken about earlier but died due to no interest at that point?3 points
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Maybe the new Xterra owners can organize a get-together and DIY approach, under a more experienced supervision, like a mini-workshop ☺️3 points
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Yes you are right @Rahimdad bhai and i must appreciate your memory for remembering this issue as even i almost forgot about it 😬.The kill switch didn't work the first time for me, because the garage didn't fix it properly, and they finally sorted it out the second time around. Its strange because that garage is a well known place(that i dont go to anymore) that does major off road modifications and the installation of a kill switch is such a simple procedure that a few off roaders have done it themselves.3 points
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Your driving style will change in intermediate level, you must kill the ABS while off-roading before anything happens.3 points
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My pajero is "dark-gray" or "ash" indeed. But doesn't matter, it is close to black...2 points
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Thank you, it is done from my side. Thank you, it is done from my side2 points
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Great which brand, watts, amp, cfm, size it is....?2 points
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@syed salman raza as an absolute newbie, please go through this full newbie briefing video for your and your vehicle safety. Frederic will personally ask few questions to check.2 points
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DRIVE RSVP IS NOW CLOSED: This is the convoy list for tomorrow: Gaurav Silver Pajero E.C. TAN Grey Wrangler Nikola Bozovic Pajero (Absolute Newbie) George Francis Nissan Pathfinder (Absolute Newbie) Carlos Fernandez Black Wrangler (Absolute Newbie) Mehmet Volga Black pajero Wrangeld Green Wrangler Luca Bregni Grey Wrangler Jun Zamora Wrangler Jas Gajaria Black pajero Mahmoud Hamzawy Grey Prado paolo dassi Pajero bunty_and_pops White Wrangler P.S. Please help correcting your car color, If I got it wrong. @Jas Gajaria please read and click on totally agree on the ban thread on top of every page. Without agreeing no one is supposed to join any off-road drive. Radio frequency will be: Carnity Channel 1: 446.00625 Mhz. Please make sure your radio is charged and set to all 5 Carnity frequencies when you arrive at the deflation point, as we might change the channel if there is disturbance on Channel 1. Keep your distance when deflating and do not "gather" upon arrival. Deflate your vehicle and step back in the car so we can convey the briefing over the radio. Whenever you need help to deflate, announce on the radio and a senior or marshal will come to assist. Make sure you have a deflator, flag, and your radio. See you tomorrow ! @E.C. TAN @Mehmet Volga @Wrangeld @Luca Bregni @Jun Zamora @Mahmoud Hamzawy @paolo dassi @bunty_and_pops @Nikola Bozovic @George Francis and @Carlos Fernandez as an absolute newbie, please go through this full newbie briefing video for your and your vehicle safety. I will personally ask few questions to check.2 points
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DRIVE RSVP IS CLOSED Convoy Numbering for tomorrow 1. Srikumar - Cherokee XJ 2. Matti Brockman - Wrangler 3. Jolly Abraham - Fortuner 4. Febin Frederic - Wrangler 5. Szymon Stankiewicz - Montero 6. Desert Dweller - Xterra 7. Jorge - LR4 8. Roshan Abraham - Pajero 9. Nizam Deen - Prado 10. Ale Valleci - FJ 11. Najeeb Mohammed - FJ 12. Deniz - Trailblazer 13. Shamil - Xterra Please make sure your radio is set to Channel 2: 446.03125 Mhz and switched on when you arrive at deflation point. Also make sure the other Carnity channels are programmed into your radio so we can switch to another channel when needed. Members who have not clicked "totally agree" on the BAN post as well as this drive post, will not be allowed to join the drive, as we want to have formal acknowledgement that you have understood our rules and precautions. Keep your distance when deflating and do not "gather" upon arrival. Deflate your vehicle and step back in the car so we can convey the briefing over the radio. Make sure you have a deflator, flag, and your radio. See you tomorrow !2 points
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Noted. You can post on the drive thread of the morning drives and check if there is any availability2 points
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Sorry, i added your name buddy. My apologies.2 points
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Done, sorry i missed it before!2 points
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Hi, @Frederic! Yes, pls, I can do it. Thanks a lot!2 points
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@Mikhail Lukichev a spot has come available, and i added you to the RSVP since you requested on Monday. Please confirm if you can make it or not.2 points
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@Denizzalbayrak @Jolly Abraham @Nizam Deen @Roshan Abraham @Jorge Stepniak Felippe @Lucky sAm @siddharth maheshwari @Shamil You need to read the above COVID related restrictions and click "Totally Agree" Emoji on the main drive post to be able to participate in tomorrow's drive2 points
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I have also thought about taking some automotive training courses to get more knowledge and experience handling car maintenance and problems, a better understanding of car mechanics. If Carnity organizes some in the future I would be happy to join. I can spare a few hundreds of dirhams for that purpose.2 points
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thanks for adding me ,really grateful to all members for support2 points
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@syed salman raza Due to the exceptional amount of fewbies and good support on tomorrow's drive, i have added your name to this drive. I will be posting the convoy list later today. Please make sure your radio is properly configured: Send frequency is being entered on parameter 02, Receive frequency is being set on parameter 04. as seen in video from 1:10 onwards.2 points
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Thank you for the valuable advice @Rahimdad! I’ll try that first then.2 points
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@Desert Dweller instead of pressing the button, try press and hold for about 10 or 20 seconds to check if it completely switches off. If not I guess you will need to do a little more research before you go ahead with any mods. I think @Shamil has already been through the worst phase as after he installed a kill switch first drive he could not engage it in 4x4, a second visit was required to get a proper job done.2 points
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I only have the Traction control switch button, and I do notice now that I'm doing more serious drives that the car needs ABS kill switch too. But I did fine without it in Newbie drives.2 points
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untilLevel: All Levels When: June 12 2020, Friday. Meeting time: 7:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Action Plan: Morning drive till about 10:30 AM Meeting Point: Qudra Desert Track Entry - https://goo.gl/maps/9ZPffHWmnhioYKff9 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 10:30 AM End Point: Al Qudra Last Exit Parking - https://goo.gl/maps/L4UYFcLBtpYzFnxr72 points
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@Rahimdad im so sorry for the misunderstanding.. it was the post from Gaurav that i reacted about the BAN from carnity drive.. I went back tompage one of this post.. amd reacted already..1 point
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untilLevel: Newbie and above - All Level When: 12 Jun 2020, Friday. Meeting time: 4:00 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Action Plan: Evening drive till about 08:00 PM Meeting Point: Tawi Nazwa Farm - https://goo.gl/maps/ME9rkXLNYiMwj5L78 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 08:00 PM End Point: 2nd Dec Cafeteria - https://goo.gl/maps/HmdMcdMKftaN9VVS8 P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive.1 point
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You need to install ABS kill switch which will disable all your stability controls. For newbie drive it is not very important, but get it installed as soon as possible. ABS is not tuned well for off-roading in xterra it can occasionally kick in during steep slopes and keep releasing the tires making your xterra go down without break or control. You must kill the ABS if you are going for serious drives. There are two ways to deactivate ABS 1) With ABS kill switch, which will cost you 150 to 200dhs and you can control from your dashboard easily. On and Off without any hassle. 2) With Fuse Modification, (which I had did) Bought a 3 way fuse from scrap which costed me 10dhs that's it. Then remove the connection from inside the last 30amp compartment (as shown in the picture below) YOU ARE DONE......... Just replace the fuse before off-roading with original one while car is turned off and key is removed. Then start the car and you see ABS light and all other stability control lights are turned on in your dash, and you are ready for dune bashing 😀 After the drive just replace it with the original one with the car turned off and key is removed. Light will be still on but don't panic just drive for a minute and it will go off.1 point
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I still dont understand why people have to be warned with penalty /fine while all this is being done for their own safety and well being! Stay safe all of you 🙏😷1 point
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Very good question @derik, actually difficult to answer since we don’t know your friends... In a good off-road club, you increase your chances to learn things your friends may not be able to teach you.1 point
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The age-old Defender might be the archetypal Land Rover to fans of the marque, but it’s the Range Rover that is most ubiquitous on the roads of the Middle East. Mixing top-of-the-line off-road prowess with luxury befitting royalty, the Range Rover is a British classic SUV with 40 years of heritage. The 2010 model is another update to the latest generation introduced in 2002. This makes the underlying platform old in car terms, but Land Rover has worked hard to keep both design and vehicle performance fresh and competitive. The new model features new engines and various cosmetic tweaks inside and out, as well as new technology to improve the ride and handling. The big news for this model Range Rover is the all-new engines, developed in-house by Jaguar Land Rover and found in cars across both brands. The units powering the Range Rover are both variants of the same 5.0-litre V8. One is naturally aspirated with 375bhp, the other is supercharged and puts out 510bhp. The engines have been designed with both performance and fuel economy in mind, and represent an improvement of up to 28 percent in the performance of the engines from the outgoing 4.2-litre engines. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Looks-wise, the 2010 Range Rover has small changes to the headlights, grille and bumpers, but you’d have to compare the 2009 and 2010 models side-by-side to notice much of a difference. The headlights now feature LEDs and the grille is now a mesh design similar to the outgoing supercharged model. The bumper has been smoothed and the fog lights mounted lower on the vehicle. Inside, the technological highlight is a very clever 12-inch TFT touch screen that displays different images to driver and passenger. So, for example, a passenger can watch a DVD while the driver sees the satellite navigation display. The quality of the leather used in the upholstery has also been improved. There is full support for a USB stick, iPod and an auxiliary input socket for other music sources. Other features include adaptive cruise control and an optional surround camera system that uses five cameras to give a complete picture of the terrain around the car, designed to help parking and off road driving. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Plenty of work has gone on under the skin to ensure that the dynamics of the 2010 Range Rover are up to scratch. The Adaptive Dynamics system continuously monitors the road condition and adjusts the suspension to the optimum settings during both on and off-road driving. It is standard on all supercharged models and an option on others. The braking system has also been upgraded, with the naturally-aspirated car getting brakes based on those found on the old supercharged model, and the new supercharged car sporting new, larger discs and bigger callipers. Enhanced Dynamic Stability Control and Roll Stability Control help keep control of the vehicle in extreme situations. Land Rover’s Terrain Response system has been widely praised in previous vehicles. It is controlled by a knob on the centre console, which can be switched to different terrain settings. The system then adjusts suspension, traction control and other systems to the best settings for that surface. Changes for 2010 include the ability to keep traction control on when Terrain Response is set to Sand mode, and launch control for sand that stops the wheels digging in when moving from standstill. 2010 Range Rover 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Safety-wise, the 2010 Range Rover has an optional Blind Spot Monitoring system to alert drivers to hidden dangers, and a surround camera system that uses five externally mounted cameras to give almost a 360-degree view of the surrounding terrain. Very useful for parking or off-roading. The naturally aspirated Range Rover is available in two trims in the region – HSE or Vogue. HSE is the entry-level car while Vogue introduces a sunroof and adaptive headlights. The supercharged Range comes in three trim levels – Vogue, Vogue SE and Autobiography. The Vogue SE features a rear electronic differential and rear screen entertainment pack while Autobiography models feature extra leather and bespoke options. You can read our road test of the 2010 Land Rover Range Rover here. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Price (AED): 325,000 (5.0), 425,000 (5.0 Supercharged) Engine size (litres) Power (bhp/rpm) Torque (Nm/rpm) Transmission 5.0 375/6,500 510/3,500 6A 5.0 Supercharged 510/6,000 625/2,500 6A Body style: SUV Weight (kg): 3,200 SOURCE: http://automiddleeast.com/2010-land-rover-range-rover/1 point
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