Gaurav

15 minutes ago, MlHazim said:

i am missing a few things so i will have to cancel today. how can i change my RSVP though?

What are you missing?

You just need a deflator and tire pressure gauge. 

I can lend u a spare radio, if you need.

33 minutes ago, Heisem said:

Hey guys, 

Regarding ABS and airbags fuse, not sure about the location of that as I never done it, is it necessary for this drive? 

On another note, I got a bracket for the flag pole installed, Ramy garage employee told me its better than the suction one from AOR because those can fall off but i haven't tested it though. Has anyone tested it? 

Lastly when do you guys use the option 5 narrow frequency ? 

 

For ABS and SRS for FJC @Ale Vallecchi might help and advise if its OK for newbie level.

Flag, all are good, as far as you know how to use it. I used twin spot suction bracket for 2 years in my land cruiser and even drove at 120 on highway by mistake and it was still holding fine.

@Frederic can advise for narrow frequency.

As we are getting ready for tomorrow's evening drive, this is a reminder to all participants : 

Everyone please ensure you have clicked "Totally Agree" on the COVID-19 regulations and on Carnity Ban Post .

We need a formal confirmation that you have understood the regulations and would comply with them. 

PREPARATION FOR THE DRIVE AND WHAT TO EXPECT

1) please ensure that you reach the meeting point on time, i.e., 5:00 PM sharp.

2) The senior members on the drive would be Myself and @Jeepie

3) Convoy numbering

1. Gaurav - Silver Pajero - Crew
2. Yousef Alimadadi - White Pajero - Fewbie
3. MlHazim - Grey Wrangler - Absolute Newbie
4. Lisa Pemberton  - Black Pajero Absolute Newbie
5. Siobhan - Absolute Newbie
6. Kieran McKeown - Renault Duster - Absolute Newbie
7. Heisem - FJ Cruiser - Absolute Newbie
8. Jeepie - Advance - Green Wrangler
9. Veedooshee - White Pajero - Newbie
10. Edgar - Black Wrangler - Newbie
11. Biju Abdul - FJ Cruiser - Newbie
12. VipinShetty - Red Jeep Cherokee - Fewbie
13. tjsingh - Red Pajero - Fewbie
14. Mahmoud Hamzawy - Grey Prado - Fewbie

4) @MlHazim @Lisa Pemberton @Siobhan @Heisem @Kieran McKeown

Please make sure to go through and understand the Absolute Newbie Briefing before your drive.

It's really very important and MUST, as I will ask question to verify it.

5) Once you reach the meeting point, please turn on your radios. We will be using Carnity Channel 1 tomorrow. (446.00625 Mhz). The instructions to program the radio are provided in the below post 

6) All traction controls, ABS and Air bags need to be switched off. If it requires pulling the fuse, please do the needful. In case of any queries you can always ask the senior members. 

7) Deflate to 15 psi. In case if you have any difficulties you can approach the senior members who would assist you. 

8) Feel free to ask questions on the radio or announce if you have a problem.

We shall be starting the drive from Mahafiz, and enter the desert through some nice easy tracks and dunes so that you can get familiar with your vehicle. As the convoy's confidence increases I shall be gradually increasing the level of the drive keeping in mind everyone's comfort level. We will be driving for about 3 hours, practice driving in sand, proper steering control, crossing some dunes, and getting you and your vehicle accustomed to off-roading in general. 

By 08:30 we will be heading out, where you can inflate the tyres with your compressor or we will reach an ADNOC fuel station for inflation.

See you on the sand tomorrow. 

I agree DM is bit tough, but if you park exactly here DM is the fastest way in and out.

Hardware section - car tools have pressure gauge and deflator. Offroad shop will have flag and suction clamp.

https://goo.gl/maps/NReRaWWCWMWed8Zv5

25°10'25.3"N 55°24'53.4"E

25.173702, 55.414835

Any car section of ACE, Speedex, carrefour, dragon mart or even roadside tire shop sells deflator and gauge.

Unless its like the case of my Pajero, whenever mechanic misbehave and ill-treat her she never starts. NO MATTER WHAT until mechanic apologies and start being nice to her.

Hope your TJ isnt so touchy and emotional, ask mechanic to backtrack with peaceful mind and he will find a wire, switch or connection that he unplugged somewhere to cause this issue.

@Biju Abdul @Heisem @Edgar @MlHazim @Lisa Pemberton @Siobhan @Kieran McKeown

Please make sure you buy the deflator (or lean to use key to deflate) and tire pressure gauge to check for 12 PSI.

If you can buy the radio, flag and shovel, fantastic as its a must requirement for all off-road drives, if cannot for the first drive (borderline exempted) you HAVE TO buy for the second drive onward for sure.

44 minutes ago, Kieran McKeown said:

Hi, 

Is it possible to add my name to this list? I had difficulty with RSVPing before the event closed at 9am. I have a Renault Duster 4x4 with ground and rear hooks in PWO. 
 

Alternatively, is it okay to join one of my friends who is already attending? 
 

Warm regards,

Kieran 

Sure you can go ahead and RSVP now, ill prepare the list in few hours. Renault Duster are acceptable too for the newbie level drives.

And what do mechanic say now, when Jeep is not starting after the radiator and thermostat change?

Hope this mechanic is good enough to replace radiator (no rocket science) and thermostat (piece of cake).

On 7/6/2020 at 10:45 PM, Tbone said:

Thank you @Gaurav, I had been eagerly waiting to level up. Also, I would like to thank everyone for their wishes. @Frederic, I hope the promotion doesn't have anything to do with my change in vehicle 😂. 
 

Nope, it's not only the vehicle but combination of many things.

Your H3 by no means slowed you down. Dont worry.

Totally agree with @Frederic, being an absolute newbie, you can join any newbie or absolute newbie drive available as per your convenience.

Please make sure to go through and understand the Absolute Newbie Briefing before your drive.

It's really very important and MUST, as every trip lead will ask question to verify.

On 7/5/2020 at 2:31 PM, desertdude said:

This thread is almost 30 pages long and filled with rolls and tip overs but none of the cars ends up looking like used tin foil. 

I've rolled 3 times myself and never seen this.

This is most probably due to shit sheet metal bracing and the ugly Pajero bulbous shape with the fat wheel arches and hips.

I was honestly shocked how much it was damaged with just a simple low speed tip over like this. 

We dont see how badly or nicely it has been recovered in the video.

If it was recovered by a rope attach to wrangler as seen few minutes before, then that wrangler must have coughed out lungs to turn this rhino, resulting in 5-10 failed attempt resulting in damaging the whole body.

Flips are better with winch, if with rope then two cars and two ropes atleast, 3 is blessing.

Hi @Sreejith Sreenivasan welcome to Carnity off-road club.

LR2 (some models) are really good for offroad being small and powerful. Which year model and spec LR2 you have? I6 or I4?

Also please share the front and back tow point pictures, as some LR2 didn't had proper rear tow hooks.

17 hours ago, marks said:

ok Gaurav, i can shift to pink rock. but can my friend who is a first timer join that trip? it says its for all levels...

Yes Absolute newbie can join the pink rock or any newbie too.

Congratulations @Kalahari for reaching the Intermediate Level with Carnity Offroad Club. 

As per your recent drives, you have shown tremendous progress and well deserve this new offroad rank. 

Looking forward to seeing you growing further and helping others to learn the art of offroading in a safe environment.

Keep up your great contribution on the forum and get socially involved in the newbie and fewbie drives to impart your knowledge.

Once you have all the gear required, you are most welcome to join the Intermediate Level Drives with Carnity Off-road Club.

P.S. Trip lead might deny your participation if you don't have required off-road gear.

Intermediate:

Forum participation and helping with community spirit is recommended for faster upgrades at all levels.

Please make sure your Carnity user profile is always updated with all the Emergency contact details.

Congratulations @Remco Snoek for reaching the Fewbie Level with Carnity Offroad Club. 

Based on your last newbie drive you have demonstrated skills required deserving this new offroad rank.

Looking forward to seeing you growing further and helping others to learn the art of offroading in a safe environment.

Once you have all the required off-road gear, you are most welcome to join the Fewbie Level Drives with Carnity Off-road Club.

P.S. Trip lead might deny your participation if you don't have required off-road gear.

Fewbie:

Forum participation and helping with community spirit is recommended for faster upgrades at all levels.

Please make sure your Carnity user profile is always updated with all the Emergency contact details.

5 minutes ago, marks said:

Hi Fred,

i never did my absolute Newbie trip with you guys in the past. I also just asked a friend to join the club and we wanted to go together. would it be possible to join this time?

Absolute Newbie drive does exactly same as newbie, but at much slower and easier track.

If you were fine with newbie drive, then you will enjoy more with newbie level than with Absolute Newbie. We don't have any restriction for this, but recently added these drives to increase the comfort for first timer.

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

MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: BAN POST

Two Way Radio Guidelines

• Every Offroader brings his own radio, programmed to the frequencies described in below advice topic.
• We will not share spare radios or program your radio on the drive. If you need assistance in programming the radio, post a topic on the Carnity website with your questions and we will help you out. 
• Make sure your radio is fully charged. It will be your only way of communication while driving.
• Before buying, please carefully read below advice so you are informed properly on which model / cost / shops...
• No radio = No drive. It is an essential tool and you should make sure you bring it on every drive and learn/practice how to use it.

MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING

Drive Details

Level:  Newbie, Absolute Newbie and Above (All Levels)

When:  July 10 2020, Friday.

Meeting time: 5:00 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions)

Meeting Point: Mahafiz Tree Shade - https://goo.gl/maps/Yku5BTg4T2pJUbhF9

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: 09:00 PM

End Point: ADNOC Station Tayba - https://goo.gl/maps/hejHgLsYf2cxheoU9

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE:

• Limited to 15 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 9 AM.
  • 1 Lead Marshal + 2 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 CALENDAR

Just now, desertdude said:

Then the right course of action is to replace the clutch. Not lock it.

Only if you can shed light to 100% prove whether clutch is culprit or not?

Not that newspaper test or hand movement test, as its one way test, to test its running at half RPM.

I mean how will you make sure its engaging at right thermal point as designed 15 years back and not half an hour later?

54 minutes ago, desertdude said:

A properly working fan is more than enough.

Agree and I never denied that.

Read again my earlier post

3 hours ago, Gaurav said:

Great, while at workshop ask them to do the radiator clutch fan direct as that will help a lot, as in aged cars many times viscose clutch doesn't engage in right time and keep turning fan at half the rpm when engine need better cooling at full rpm (as per actual design of clutch).

A mechanic here will reach to this 500-1000 dhs fan change after changing 20,000 dhs worth of parts,

3 hours ago, Gaurav said:

And this thing is almost impossible to trace by the many mechanic here. 

Thanks for wonderful and detailed trip report @Veedooshee.

You and @VipinShetty really surprised me yesterday as being two new newbies with relatively heavier car failed to get crested in the whole drive, where I was waiting for an excuse to teach Matti and Colin. Of course @Carlos Fernandez being slightly older newbie and with SWB wrangler has no chance of stuck if you two in front are doing so good in flattening all the crest.

Luckily and thankfully you gave all of us that one moment to train and then plenty more to revise it properly, lol.

Everyone drove very nice and hope everyone enjoyed the lead too with a tiny twist of night drive.

Thanks @Gregory Perkin for the responsible second lead.

Thanks @Nacho and @E.C. TAN  for amazing sweep and keep on updating me of the drive progress.

Thanks @Colin Jordan for center forward, you had a very nice questions on tow rope recovery and that's how one should reason out things while learning to understand fully. Your tow rope and shackles are good, let's start putting them to good use now.

Thanks @Matti Brockman for second center forward and plenty of digging and tugging support, please sort your shackles as your rope is perfect. And keep using them more often to advance your learning.

Well done @Ale Vallecchi you finally got the award of "Boring Drives" without any stuck and tow rope. It should probably be the highest award for any trip lead, but we don't recognize that as we love getting stuck to learn new stuff, lolololol.

Really well done Ale, for perfect planning and leading the whole convoy with good pace, excitement and safety.

@J J you are fantastic in giving rightful tribute to Ale with Ale Ale Ale Ale song in your drive video. Very creative. 

I have even gone to the extent of doing a decibel test before and after and it hardly made any noise difference.