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Apart from the known stuff like deflators, gauges, etc.. what do you have in your toolbox that has either saved your buttocks a few times, or you deem as an essential tool of equipment while going off-road ? I'll start with mine: * Adjustable spanners and some basic wrenches up to size 13. * Basic screwdriver set (Philips and flatheads). * Multimeter/tester. * Some hose clamps for compressor hoses. * Tie-wraps * Electrical Tape * Set of fuses (5,10,20,30 Amps) * Pieces of nylon rope to tie something down temporarily. * Headlight / Torch. * Allen key set. * Some speaker wire for doing small repairs when necessary. * Spare set of stem valves.

I would add up a tyre puncture repair kit . Might help someone in need.

You have a spare Pajero in your car buddy ? 😂

I will let everyone list their stuff first and hopefully say in end "all of the above" I'm literally fanatic keeping so many stuff in my offroad car, that emptying and the restacking whole car is a pain

I don't carry it, but I would add a box of MSeal. Very useful from past experience

Sorry for this photos but it’s something that all off-roaders (and passengers) should see and always keep in mind. Never ever throw plastics or anything.

I would add : + gloves + metal wire, stronger and more resistant to heat than plastic or nylon, in case you need to retain a pipe or a broken part.

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Well due to proper 4x4 they may be good for beach, Aweer and Khawaneej sand or fit for newbie level drive but not for fewbie level due to underpower and heavyweight. If you get 3.5 liters engine then it's acceptable as opposed to 3.0 with LWB.

It’s not just the desert. Dropping your trash anywhere is a shitty thing to do.

A picture speaks a thousand words. Thanks for sharing. @Gaurav bhai and I have been witness to a camel struggling to breath because it swollen plastic. We were helplessly watching the camel take its last breath in pain. It is our duty to educate people regarding keeping the desert clean.

@Gaurav run your nail over it and check if it is on the paint or if it has gone through the clear coat. If it feels like it is on the paint it can be removed with detailing clay. If it has gone through the clear coat but not very deep, wet sanding with 3000 grit sand paper will get off and then with a little elbow grease and some polish you can get it back to normal.

Very well said @Emmanuel We should not throw anything in the desert or in any offroad area, as it's a living habitat for thousands of species. Any piece of plastic, glass, metal, cardboard, coal will eventually kill these species when they eat it. Many offroaders and visitors are unaware of this fact and think that the desert is a landfill area, so humbly explain those uneducated people and help save thousands of lives.

@Frederic i think this system is other way around.. just have a look in this article, this got me confused https://gulfnews.com/uae/transport/ten-things-you-should-know-about-dubai-polices-traffic-fine-discount-initiative-1.1549550794671 (see point #6)

+W40 (well not exactly a tool, but useful)

Thanks, @Brette will give it a go with clay, but sandpaper is little out of the league for my level of DIY - scared to spoil the original paint instead.

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My car engine going through troubles more than often lately, and one of my friend advise it's better to change the engine. My car is about 5-6 years old and I am wondering if its right age to change the engine or not. Thanks in advance.

Dude.. trust me a properly maintained engine can last a long time.. I have 2012 lancer and done 300,000km that’s right..! Not a single problem with it.. still can beat those new cars on road and purs like a new kitten.. get a good mechanic and fix the issue.. Japanese engine last long.. German more longer .. Korean as far as seeen n heard not so well..

X3 was the brand with 2GB ram- 64GBHdd. Price was around 800 including installation from Sharjah (back of zulekha Hospital) using like a charm. i had another android unit fixed from DM for my accord and its always hang some or the other way(1GB Ram) so better go for 2GB Ram or above.

I recently replaced my stock music system with Android music system along with a subwoofer and now it works amazing connected with rear camera and offline maps. Android system specifically comes for pajero’s now. Just a plug n Play Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I know it's been 3 years but here goes. I've had different 900s on my Nissan VTC '06 for around 6 years . 1) Great off-road. Unlike other tyres , I noticed that these tires don't dig a lot when undergoing a refusal. So ,I've had very good experiences while self-recovery. Plus if you want to cross a sand patch , you don't really have to deflate. 2) Looks great ! Like you , I was a big fan of the huge wall/bulge with a crapload of wet-finish tire shine . I got my maximum bulge when I downsized my rims to 15 inch from 17 inch and got a set of steel rims with a rim width of 9.5-10 inches . 3) What I noticed is that they're alright on dry roads , not much of a difference in braking distance . But the moment the roads are wet , you'll find yourself spinning ( if you're in a RWD). I've personally hit many 180 degree turns in round abouts during the monsoon. 4) Like others have mentioned , try to get those steel belted 900s. Or else you'll end up wobbling for like first 15-20 minutes in the morning after every night ( Like @Rahimdad said , winters are hell for 900s). Also if you get those Thailand/Taiwan 900s, you'll end up in an alignment and balancing shop every 2 weeks. 5) My friends have faced problems in passing the car for renewal in Dubai . But it's okay in Sharjah Tasjeel, I've faced no problems. Also , 900s are banned now in Oman , you'll have a lot of problems with ROP there.

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Hi, I know this is an old thread, but I wanted to explain that all cars have a variance between the speedometer and the actual GPS speed, this is by design, and should be around 5% difference, but not always. each manufacturer will have different variance, Nissans tends to vary 9%-10% .. I noticed that in the Xterra, Infinity QX4, and a couple of rentals (Sunny and Altima). I drove also Audis and VWs, and it is similar, 9-10% variance. Pajeros on the other hand, have considerably less variance, around 3% or so, so it will seem more accurate. Bottom line, when you get a new car, or change tire size, do check the speed variance and adjust your driving and speed limits accordingly

Thanks all for your help and valuable advices, I will not get carried away with uneducated people advise anymore of changing engine.

If you want I can take a look at it for you and tell you if it actually needs replacing or not.

I am a mechanical engineer with a background of working as an automobile engineer. To the best of my knowledge, any car engine should comfortably do 200000 to 250000 km with somewhat routine maintenance. I have seen Toyota cars being sold after having done 380000 km as well. So dont worry if you are not misusing the car and taxing the engine unnecessarily (no routine maintenance and rough use of the engine). Your engine should also go the distance. Having said that , it varies from brand to brand. Dont expect a Hyundai or KIA engine to last as long as a Toyota or an AUDI engine does. As for the electricals and other accessories which are attached to the engine but do not form a part of the engine-these have different life terms. These some times have to be changed depending on their use.

I've got a car (my oldest one) which is about to turn 17 years and it's still roaring. I had the CEL on once, all I did is change the EGR valve and cleaned the Throttle body, along with the intake manifold and the Mass Air Flow/sensor, and the CEL is gone... Maybe you can try it too, it doesn't cost too much... Cheers. PS: it now has more than 300 thousand kms on the clock.

My car is Hyundai Tucson 2010 model, bought in 11 and have mileage of 110K, In last six month spend too much money with engine lights, then doing some detail service when it fail to start, then rattling in parking cause another money. All seems like one after the other and car never become 100% normal after that.