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@Karthik Raptor @Prakash Anoop @Mus_hus78 @AlexM @Xavier Treasurer @ShereenMK and WL @Joseph Raju I have updated the meeting point. For those who have been a part of the earlier night drives at Sweihan you guys already know what to expect, and for those who would be driving in this terrain for the first time be ready for a fast paced roller coaster ride. Can't wait for Saturday night. See you boys in Sweihan.

Thanks Frederic for taking the time. Indeed I have a 2020. I also installed the front and back skid plates. I blame @Brettefor that because he got me hooked into this sport after the absolute newbie drive, but I digress. The car is still under a 3-year warranty and I’m afraid lifting is not an option for now, hence the trimming option. I saw one design on the Carnity forum (attached second image) and I thought maybe some guys here went through some thought process for the trimming and I can repeat what they did, other than the brute force straight line :). I am aware the model is an older model with a different bumper style but maybe someone has an idea or an experience they can share and I can copy that Thanks for the initial feedback though!

I have not seen your setup and dont know whether you already have some offroad lights. Offroad lights are helpful but not mandatory for a night drive as you are not leading. However, if this drive helps you get the permission from the Home Ministry to splurge some money on your car, then go ahead by all means. 😜

Hi @Mike Merdinian The front bumper of the Pajeros has undergone some facelifts over the years, from what i can see your model is the 2020 version which would look like this: Most Pajero owners would usually trim everything below the red line to create a bit more clearance, but as a result the bumper becomes a bit more flimsy and will crack more easily. Adding a front bash plate will give a bit extra protection against that. If you would eventually decide to lift the vehicle, that perhaps you could keep the bumper as it is. The typical straight line cut is indeed what most owners would do i am afraid. Its easy and if the guy who trims it can just stay along the existing line without messing it up

Well done @Andrei S

Congratulations @Gilbert Khalil

Hey @Mohamad Anwer buddy. System is now sorting the lists automatically as per rsvp timing but let's wait for some days. Should the WL remains as it is I think we can accommodate all after possible dropping outs or extend the convoy for 1-2 more... Keep it close

Congratulations @Gilbert Khalil

Many congratulations @Gilbert Khalil well deserved 👏

Sweihan is of no doubt exciting something from the not far past 👇

Hi all, Thinking of trimming the bumpers based on multiple recommendations. Couldn’t find a topic that tackled this. Can anyone share any good design pictures of their trimmed Pajeros? I am trying to avoid the typical straight line cut. Thanks in advance!

@Mike Merdinian if you don't want to cut your original bumper, get a second hand one from Sajja, cut and fix it and whenever you need to put the original back, you have it.

Frederic's advice is 100% spot on mate. I put a lift kit in mine and left the bottom of the bumper as stock. Had no problems until I did lol... I nosed her into a pocket pretty hard and the tyre bit the inside of the bumper extensions, grabbed the inner fender liner (plastic) and ripped it out by it's roots! I ended up having it trimmed to those cute red lines anyway. Your experience may differ ha ha.

@Mehmet Volgaselam brother, kindly consider adding me to your drive list as you are my first choice drive. I am looking forward to hearing back from if it is possible 🙏. Thank you

Well done @Andrei S 👏

Keep it up @Gilbert Khalil well done

Congratulations @Andrei S

The early we start the better coz by 9. The temperature is almost 40 degrees. We will start at the mentioned time once every one of there. Or else a little bit of (+) or (-)is always there buddy😊

MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: COVID19 Precautions Mandatory Safety Requirements Ban from Carnity Off-road Club Two Way Radio Guidelines Drive Details Level: Intermediate and above When: 24 Apr 2022, Sunday Meeting time: 5:30 AM(SHARP - Without any exceptions) Starting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/U9gcUgWxAoA5M96J6 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), face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 9:30 AM THIS IS A COMPRESSOR ONLY DRIVE. WE WILL END THE DRIVE AT A POINT WHICH IS NOT CLOSE TO AN AIR LINE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A COMPRESSOR, PLEASE DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THIS DRIVE. IF YOU ARRIVE AND HAVE NO COMPRESSOR YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO JOIN THE DRIVE LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 10 Intermediate and above drivers. RSVP will close on saturday - 9 AM. 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 Below Calendar:

General Info This drive is organized in full compliance with the COVID19 guidelines. We expect every member that joins this drive to go through the below information and strictly follow these guidelines in order not to jeopardise someone's health, and to ensure we can keep organizing these drives safely. MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: COVID19 Precautions Mandatory Safety Requirements Ban from Carnity Off-road Club Two Way Radio Guidelines Drive Details Level: Newbie and above When: 23 Apr 2022, Saturday. Meeting time: 6:30 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/NjBkdRiyDXGMhMHR9 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), face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 10:30 AM P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE Limited to 12 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday, 2 pm. 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 CALENDAR

Due to no attendees this drive is cancelled . General Info This drive is organized in full compliance with the COVID19 guidelines. We expect every member that joins this drive to go through below information and and strictly follow these guidelines in order not to jeopardize someone's health, and to ensure we can keep organizing these drives safely. MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: COVID19 Precautions Ban from Carnity Off-road Club Two Way Radio Guidelines Drive Details Level: Fewbie plus and above When: Saturday 23 April 2022 Meeting time: 21:30 (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Starting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/j6kzjng9krrfbmJ86 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), face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 01:30 THIS IS A COMPRESSOR ONLY DRIVE. WE WILL END THE DRIVE AT A POINT WHICH IS NOT CLOSE TO AN AIR LINE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A COMPRESSOR, PLEASE DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THIS DRIVE. IF YOU ARRIVE AND HAVE NO COMPRESSOR YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO JOIN THE DRIVE LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 10 Fewbies plus and above drivers. RSVP will close on Friday - 10:00 pm 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 THE BELOW IN THE EVENTS CALENDAR

Thanks @Frederic for guiding the members on joining the drives as per their level. @Savio Fernandes since you are a newbie , please sign out of this drive as this is for fewbie and above levels .Once you progress through, you will be soon eligible for drives as per your level. Thanks for your understanding 🙏

This what I was looking for if to comment on Sweihan terrain ride 🙏

Thanks @Vanessa8580, @Brette and @Melenany for the smooth and fun drive. As always had a great time and good to meet the fellow newbies on the drive as well. @Melenany thanks so much for the photos - will contact you for the video link as well.

You don't need any more lights than you already have.

Sorry Dr. @M.Seidam I have to remove my self from this drive. I thought it's Sunday, then I realized it's Saturday and I won't be free that day See you soon

Marshals, As this is my first night ride, I am planning to install lights for my car where i need your valuable information. Highly expensive one's are a NO NO for me. So kindly advice. Note: Amazon sale is up from tomorrow. 😎

Congratulations @Gilbert Khalil

Congrats @Gilbert Khalil Well done

congrats @Andrei S! enjoy the next level!

Congrats @Andrei S Well done...

Thank you very much everyone! Looking forward to the new drives with you!

Thanks @Ranjan Das..welcome back to you too buddy. see you in ABU DHABIIII😆

Ok, thanks Frederic. I’ll remove myself from the drive and wait till the drives get posted in 2 weeks time. Unfortunately, Saturday doesn’t work for me this time. Cheers!

Hi @Ignacio Quindos you’ll need to have completed 5 Newbie level drives first. Once that is done you can apply here: Apply For Promotion

Hi Chaitanya, After our drive last Sunday, Frederic told us that we could be promoted to Fewie level. I have no clue how to request that, but since there are no Newie drives available next Sunday, I RVSP on yours hoping that you can accept me. Please let me know if I can attend to this one. Thank you.

Well done @Andrei S, congratulations!

Congratulations @Andrei S - enjoy the new level

Congrats @Andrei S ! You’ll love it !

Congratulations @Andrei S👏👏

Congratulations @Andrei S 👏👏👏

Thank you very much @Gaurav ! it was a great step one thanks to @Islam Soliman@Srikumar@Vanessa8580@Hisham Masaad @Frederic @Anoop Nair looking forward to learning more and experiencing new adventures! thank you

General Info This drive is organized in full compliance with the COVID19 guidelines. We expect every member that joins this drive to go through the below information and strictly follow these guidelines in order not to jeopardize someone's health, and to ensure we can keep organizing these drives safely. MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: COVID19 Precautions Mandatory Safety Requirements Ban from Carnity Off-road Club Two Way Radio Guidelines Drive Details Level: Newbie and above When: 23 April 2022, Saturday Meeting time: 6:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: Lisaili Fort https://goo.gl/maps/ZikRWU1YYas968yT9 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), face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 10:00 AM P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE Limited to 12 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday 2 pm. 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 accountsuspended for a month. PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR

Congratulations @Gilbert Khalil for reaching the Intermediate Level with Carnity Offroad Club. Looking forward to seeing you growing further and helping others to learn the art of offroading in a safe environment. Please make sure your Carnity user profile is always updated with all the latest Emergency contact details. P.S. Trip lead might deny your participation if you don't have required off-road gear. INTERMEDIATE Drives Attended (Indicative) Minimum 10 Fewbie Plus drives are required within last 6 months for Intermediate promotion. What you'll learn Basic GPS and navigational skills Basic tow rope and winch recoveries Extreme side sloping and long hill climb Tall dunes ridge riding and criss crossing Precise control over technical dunes Fast pace desert driving Clear radio communication skills Advance recovery skills Self recover from dune crest Soft sand recovery Pop-out fixing Skills required Adventurous and thrill seeker but in a safe manner Level headed under stressful situations Responsible, dependable and accountable Car Worthiness Capable 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle High profile tires Off-road gear required Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor, tool kit, rated recovery rope and 2 rated shackles, GPS. Drive teamwork Manage center forward position with Trip Lead’s permission Learn/assist recoveries under Trip Lead’s supervision Re-route convoy and coordination, when needed Learn to lead small portion of Intermediate drive under Marshal supervision Drive Joining Join Newbie, Fewbie, Intermediate and Exploration drives only Forum participation Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

Congratulations 👍👍👍

@Carnity @Gaurav @Srikumar@Frederic @Hisham Masaad @Asif Hussain @Shaaz Sha @Rizwanm2 @Abed M @Looper and every one from the carnity family members from old and new faces . Thank you for this grand lovely outing truly much needed. special thanks to @Gaurav for organizing this event along with the support from the crew and advisors and support . I and my little copilot Abdallah very much enjoyed it indeed . unfortunately we had to leave the earliest as another action was awaiting us in Lisaili which by the way turned epic under the full moon light . wish every one good time stay blessed and safe Mohamed

Thanks everyone for coming out. It was a great outing to meet with new and old faces. Will be sharing more photos in the gallery.

Saw you 😂

I wouldn't recommend spacers as they stress the bearings of the car, would suggest to look into new rims with a slight negative offset to compensate for the lift. Not an expert, just what I read online

I tried a few different cheap brands which all died after 14-15 months right about after warranty period. One of them even after 9 months but was able to get it replaced. I have heard good things about Energizer too (longer warranty but higher prices). From what i recollect since i started offroading is that this discussion passed by few times and Amaron kept coming out as a winner in price vs quality. It also depends where the battery is located (inside the boot or in the engine bay). Heat kills them as in my BMW it was installed in the back of the car and lasted 4 years.