Srikumar

Dragon Mart for me is the best place. Alternatively, you can check in ACE as well.

It's over specified but it will be fine if you already ordered it

As we are nearing the weekend, I have prepared the plan and what to expect: PREPARATION FOR THE DRIVE AND WHAT TO EXPECT 1) Please ensure that you reach the meeting point on time, i.e., 5:00 AM sharp. If you are late, you would be left behind. 2) Convoy numbering would be posted after 6 pm on Thursday. 3) Please spend 15 minutes to go through the Absolute Newbie briefing Video. This would help you prepare for your offroad trip. 4) Once you reach the meeting point, please turn on your radios. We will be using Carnity Channel 2 tomorrow. (446.03125 Mhz). The instructions to program the radio are provided in the below post 5) All traction controls, ABS and Air bags need to be switched off. If it requires pulling the fuse, please do the needful. Incase of any queries you can always ask the senior members. 6) Deflate to 15 psi for Highway Thread Tyres. For Offroad or All terrain tyres you can deflate to 13 psi. 7) Feel free to ask questions on the radio or announce if you have a problem. We shall be starting the drive close to 2nd December Cafeteria, 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. With the nice convoy that has been lined up, my plan is to get everyone to some of the higher dunes in this area. We will be driving for about 3 hours, practice driving in some lovely red sand, proper steering control, crossing 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. As we would not be exiting close to a gas station, please ensure that you have your own compressor. See you on the sand this Friday.

@Biju Abdul as mentioned by everyone driving without a skid plate is something not recommended. You can make an aftermarket one of 6 or 8mm of steel or aluminium. @Asif Hussain please advise. 10 mm is an overkill in my opinion. Make sure to cut some vents similar to your current skid plate. This is to allow the hot air from the engine bay to escape and helps prevent overheating.

@asifk I have seen a few Pajero offroaders that have used a U-Bolt type of system mounted on the rails. So you will use a U-bolt with an attachment similar in the below amazon listing: https://www.amazon.ae/Antenna-Mount-Bracket-Jeep-Wrangler/dp/B07NVSLRWG/ref=asc_df_B07NVSLRWG/?tag=googleshopp09-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=355845872598&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=106438847774670512&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1000013&hvtargid=pla-767810469540&psc=1 Alternative is that you could drill a hole on the metal located between the rear door and the spare tyre and then mount the flag. I will see if I have a picture somewhere

@Febin Frederic once you reach Intermediate level there is no need not follow the exact tyre marks of the car in front of you. You can always go a bit left or bit right.

Hi Dagdag, Thanks for the update. You can alternatively get the shovel in Speedex as well. I think it costs AED 39. Even though we all carry shovels, you will really value it in the event that you are stuck and need to help one of the senior members to dig your self out. See you on Friday.

I thought you loved the Big Blue, else I was also inclined to state a new car. Hey it's your birthday, you can put your wishlist here. I am sure Freddy would comply very soon.

Best wishes for the day and year ahead. Hope @Frederic is getting you something special like a New Winch

@Dagdag Sofiane @Tamas Hoffmann @Aayan Iqbal @Probir Mukherjee @Ajiesh George Kannankara As some of you would be joining us for the first time after last week's Absolute Newbie Drive, please ensure that you have the following for this weekend's drive. 1. Deflator 2. Tyre Pressure Gauge 3. Flag 4. Radio (buy the one's with a display as they are easy to program) 5. Compressor (as we would not be exiting near a gas station) 6. Shovel (Do not buy the foldable ones) - You get good deals at Speedex and Sharjah Industrial area. Ace is another option but probably more expensive. The below thread mentions where you can get the above items. For programming the radio, please go through the below post which contains a video demonstration on how the programming is to be done. You will need to program all the 5 Carnity Frequencies on the radio. Please program in advance during the week and not before the drive as that would make the entire convoy wait. If there are any queries or questions please post them on this drive or on the above mentioned topics and we would definitely assist you.

@Sara EL FANIDI @Hardik Mody @Kailas @Ammar Naji @Sinol @Vijaysekhar @Sajit Modiyil As some of you would be joining us for the first time after last week's Absolute Newbie Drive, please ensure that you have the following for this weekend's drive. 1. Deflator 2. Tyre Pressure Gauge 3. Flag 4. Radio (buy the one's with a display as they are easy to program) 5. Compressor (as we would not be exiting near a gas station) 6. Shovel (Donot buy the foldable ones) - You get good deals at Speedex and Sharjah Industrial area. Ace is another option but probably more expensive. The below thread mentions where you can get the above items. For programming the radio, please go through the below post which contains a video demonstration on how the programming is to be done. You will need to program all the 5 Carnity Frequencies on the radio. Please program in advance during the week and not before the drive as that would make the entire convoy wait. If there are any queries or questions please post them on this drive or on the above mentioned topics and we would definitely assist you.

@Ajiesh George Kannankara you are Waitlist #1 and @Francois Germishuys you are Waitlist #2

Added on to the drive

@Juan Carlos Elizalde Reyes you can see the comments of AKR in the below thread. After changing the O2 sensor it made a big difference. Also, you need to change your tyres and while you are at it, I might suggest to look some better brand of tyres like Yokohama AT or Michellin.

congrats @Vineeth John Joseph

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: 21 Aug 2020, Friday. Meeting time: 4:45 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: Al Qudra - https://goo.gl/maps/BYd56qA2tCUPTSCy9 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: 07:45 PM End Point: Qudra Parking - Last Exit - ADNOC LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 15 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 9 AM. 1 Lead Marshal + 1-2 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 THE BELOW CALENDAR EVENT

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: 21 Aug 2020, Friday. Meeting time: 5:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: 2nd Dec Cafeteria - https://goo.gl/maps/MxnMF2fHeGnKZ4vf7 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: 09:00 AM End Point: Tawi Nazwa P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 15 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 9 AM. 1 Lead Marshal + 1-2 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 THE BELOW CALENDAR EVENT

congrats @Nabil Bishara

congrats @Ahmed Farghaly and sorry to hear about your car. Hope nothing too major.

congrats @muzamil hussain

congrats @Ahmed Azmy

Congrats @Lisa Pemberton

Congrats @Newton Rozario well done. You showed a lot of confidence and maturity from your first drive as second lead till the most recent drive. Hope you enjoy the pace and thrills at the Fewbie level.