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  1. Rahimdad
    Good day, bad day, mixed feelings. Read to the end to understand how a goid day turned bad. Everybody met on time and after a nice tea we were off to deflate near Bidayer. As we headed in and made it to the top of Big Red, we went through some big dunes to play around in slightly humid conditions. All of the participants managed very well all the way to Pink Rocks. We then crossed over to the other side where the dunes were even more challenging, but everyone performed well. The dunes formation was very challenging which added to the fun. Moreover @EmVarlet my second lead, @Shafiq, @sertac, @Gaurav and @skumar83 my trusted sweep team did extremely well and kept the convoy moving at all times. Soon we reached Big Fall where we lay our spread just in time to have our Suhoor. By chance @Gaurav and I got the same dish. There was plenty to go around and plenty time to enjoy. As the Fair Azaan was sounded we cleared up with everyone wanting to continue. We crossed over and headed to Faya where we played for sometime before we moved on to Fossil Rocks. Here we were treated with loads of bushes which I'm not so comfortable with, but given the terrain everyone showed a lot of patience and managed very well. Once on top of Fossil Rocks the challenge of the rocks was missing as the track was covered with sand. As we came down and heading out we all tried our luck and played around the front face of Fossil Rocks. With the sun making an appearance and things supposed to get heated up we decided to head out. At around half way mark the radio sounded that Gaurav bhai's faithful Pair to switched itself off. After waiting for a while we headed back. We tried everything from the air intake to the fuel supply to the sparks, everything seemed to be OK but it would not start. With the sun peaking now and all efforts failing we decided to tow it out. It was a difficult task but with great support from @EmVarlet we found an excellent path and were out without any hiccups. A great night turned sad with @Gaurav bhai's trusted Pajero leaving on a flat bed. Today I was made to realize the severity of the situation as confirmed that the engine is fried. We wish Gaurav bhai and his Pajero a speedy recovery as we cannot stay long without them. Until next time this is Rahimdad signing off.
  2. Rahimdad
    After experiencing an amazing drive last Thursday night in excellent weather, we like to replicate another Suhoor night drive to enjoy the drive and eating together but in a different area - Bidayer to Pink Rocks to Big Fall and if time permits to either Fossil Rocks or Faya. This area offers all level terrain in some easy to medium size rolling dunes, and we expect to finish on some tall dune to enjoy suhoor with good breeze and company. When: 7 June 2018, Thursday Meeting time: 11 PM, convoy will move sharp at 11:15 PM Where: Old Emarat Petrol Station at Lahbab R/A GPS Coordinate: https://goo.gl/maps/gQd1UszDdSG2 Level of drive: Absolute Newbie - Newbie - Fewbie - Expert - Advance - All are welcome Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 10 inches of ground clearance Plan: Night drive from Bidayer to Pink rock to Big Fall and end at Fossil Rocks or Faya as time permits and enjoy Suhoor together. What to bring along: Evening snacks, food for Suhoor, plenty of water - whatever you like with little extra to share, water, liquids, smiles, stories, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 4 AM, 8 June 2018. Friday List your name and mobile number in this drive thread and RSVP the below calendar: 
  3. Rahimdad
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    After experiencing an amazing drive last Thursday night in excellent weather, we like to replicate another Suhoor night drive to enjoy the drive and eating together but in a different area - Bidayer to Pink Rocks to Big Fall and if time permits to either Fossil Rocks or Faya. This area offers all level terrain in some easy to medium size rolling dunes, and we expect to finish on some tall dune to enjoy suhoor with good breeze and company. When: 7 June 2018, Thursday Meeting time: 11 PM, convoy will move sharp at 11:15 PM Where: Old Emarat Petrol Station at Lahbab R/A GPS Coordinate: https://goo.gl/maps/gQd1UszDdSG2 Level of drive: Absolute Newbie - Newbie - Fewbie - Expert - Advance - All are welcome Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 10 inches of ground clearance Plan: Night drive from Bidayer to Pink rock to Big Fall and end at Fossil Rocks or Faya as time permits and enjoy Suhoor together. What to bring along: Evening snacks, food for Suhoor, plenty of water - whatever you like with little extra to share, water, liquids, smiles, stories, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 4 AM, 8 June 2018. Friday
  4. Rahimdad
    Thank you @Gaurav bhai for posting this one. It was a one to remember for a long time. Thanks to @sertac, @skumar83, @Asif Hussain and @Shafiq for joining and making this night a wonderful experience. We started a bit late as I got delayed and my sincere apologies to all on the drive. We started in high spirits and that set the tone for the rest of the drive. With Gaurav bhai in the lead, Sri taking second lead, followed by Asif bhai, Shafiq bhai, Sertac bhai helping me with sweep duties. We started on a fairly easy track but slowly and gradually picked up the level as everybody got comfortable.as we wondered from one dune to the next with plenty of action we did not realize how quickly we had reached the Pink Rocks. After a little play round including a great try by Shafiq we were off to the other side and heading towards to Big Red. Gaurav bhai continued through some awesome set of dunes as we headed deeper and higher. At one point it seemed we would run out of time so we made our way to the tracks below and reached the base of Big Red with time for everyone to have a try on the front face. First up was Gaurav bhai, followed by Sri, Shafiq, Sertac and with Asif bhai making it to the top on the front face it was my turn. I had a couple of refusals and it was time to try out in low gear. Sure I reached the top, but with a little adjustment it was time to take it one notch up. With my car roaring in first gear low it just crossed the finish line to setup and start on our Suhoor. With loads of good food and awesome stories it was time to close our Suhoor and the beginning of another day of fast. We decided to head back in for about 30 minutes. But soon back into the drive I started feeling uncomfortable and had to head out. Everyone was really supportive as they decided to continue. I headed out and let everybody know I was safely out and headed home after a quick inflation. I will let somebody who continued tell the rest of the story, but Sertac has posted the video which is better than the thousand words I've just written. In all I was the last to reach and first to leave. Need to be on my A game next week. See you all then. Stay safe.
  5. Rahimdad
    @desertdude whatever you've done or achieved is only known here partially by 2 people. Since you have already retired and no longer come out the rest only know your feats from what you have to say. And actions do speak louder than words. What you said rightly was the fact that it was your job, but this is our hobby, maybe that's why we have a different mind set. What @shadow79 pointed out at having each other's back is part of our experiences together. It was all safely managed as we kept checking every half an hour on the remaining belt and I think if you had been there you would have gone with the flow too. End off....
  6. Rahimdad
    I'm in with full support.
  7. Rahimdad
    It was a collective call which worked out fine. We were close to the track by the Tawi Nizwa fence. Even if we reached Iftar Bowl there is a flat track after 2 dunes and we could have managed that's why the call was taken.
  8. Rahimdad
    This was more challenging than most drives we have had recently. It was an amazing terrain choice but what kept it thrilling was the pace we acheived which kept the convoy on their toes. As planned we met at the Tawi Nizwa shops, deflated and headed in to sands through the break in fence. We headed for about 4 kilometers with the fence, but @shadow79 set the tone of the drive by doing a steep climb followed by @skumar83 and @Gaurav. We headed in some nice rolling dunes playing to our hearts content with some side slopping, criss crossing and everything we could think of. We even reached a couple of top spots where the view was breathtaking. At one point I felt something wrong with my car so we stopped and upon inspection realized that the AC compressor belt had ripped into pieces. The other belt which goes around the dynamo was in half. So we headed back out near the fence closer to the Iftar Bowl. With about 3 kilometers to go we headed back in to experience some awesome technical dunes. We were able to reach the Iftar Bowl with all our cars on top. However on the top it was sand blowing at speeds which was uncomfortable so we headed back down to find a spot to settle in. To our surprise the number of attendance has dwindled to half of last year. After breaking our fast and feasting on the treats everybody got we were treated to some fireworks. Now the question was which way to head out. Although we decided to head back and come out from Badayer. But with the many challenges faced and a pop out for me after a long time I decided to get back to the fenced track and we exited without any more incidents. Great drive, with great participants accounted for an amazing day out. Thanks to all who were part of this amazing time out.
  9. Rahimdad
    Upgrade your music system. It works fine for me. And yes this is for GCC specs only. I had a USA spec Mitsubishi Eclipse never beeped once even on 220 KPH.
  10. Rahimdad
    I always heard people say FJ stands for Fake Jeep or Fatima Jassim (girly name for a girly car)
  11. Rahimdad
    Thanks for sharing @desertdude.
  12. Rahimdad
    Good write up and a brilliant read. @Gaurav thanks for enlightening me, I never knew about the Mitsubishi Jeeps, even learned about the Jonga from you. Never underestimate the power of a Mitsubishi.
  13. Rahimdad
    Recently due to engine oil leak I had given my R50 to @shadow79 who has done a brilliant job sealing it up to get rid of the leak. However due to some heating issue there is some sludge in the engine. Although I have been assured that as long as I change oil on time it's not going to have any effect, but it kind of bothers me. I have also been warned not to try any solution because if any part of the sludge goes to the engine block it will be doomed. I still tried to do some homework and discovered that running kerosene in the oil chamber would clean up the sludge, put in fresh oil and Walla no more sludge. Now I am confused and want a second opinion? Please help.
  14. Rahimdad
    I recently saw this Jeep Willy CJ7 near my house, well restored, but very important part which made me laugh my head off. Enjoy....
  15. Rahimdad
    The first night drive started many to come as we welcome the Holy month of Ramadan. Thank you @sertac for an amazing experience as we met up at the quad bike rental. After a quick brief and convoy numbering we started the much awaited night drive. With all capable people behind some capable wheels it promised a drive to excite all. The first step to a wonderful night ahead was climbing the Faya, most of the cars managed it from the front face with @skumar83 just wondering to the top finding a smooth path up without a single bump. As we all reached on top we all took turns to play in the bowl just next to the top. We continued to play in numerous dunes and enjoyed the route @sertac selected beyond words can justify. With @Gaurav in second lead always encouraging Sertac to push his boundaries and continue to explore some fresh dunes. Some soft patches did make things challenging and we did face some refusals and even some sticks, but we kept the convoy moving at a good pace. We later found some tracks which lead us to the top of Fossil Rocks. With a quick nap and a timely wake up call we started our Suhoor. After a very satisfying Suhoor we started contemplating if we wanted to get out in 5 minutes or 30 minutes. Unanimous decision was to take the long route out. Sertac once again surprised us by taking us through some awesome area undiscovered by us before. After an awesome day out and a quick inflation and with the sun finally making its debut for the day it was time to head home. Another amazing night out with loads of fun and amazing stories to take back. Quiet but very capably well done @EmVarlet who started our drive with sweets. Thank you to all and looking forward to the Grand Iftar, please sign up.
  16. Rahimdad
    @Jisham we are having an Iftar event this coming Friday for all level drivers, you can join and we can discuss about the newbie drive. https://carnity.com/calendar/event/72-grand-iftar-drive-25-may-2018/
  17. Rahimdad
    Thanks for adding to the tread @desertdude. This is very informative.
  18. Rahimdad
    I'm in with full support. Wouldn't miss this.
  19. Rahimdad
    Saw this video and thought I would share it with anyone interested.
  20. Rahimdad
    Fuso trucks built by Mitsubishi.
  21. Rahimdad
    Thinking about this, the information will be slightly old as Renault was taken over by Nissan and Mazda is part of Ford now. Mitsubishi is no where to be found and Marcedes Daimler are under Tata if I'm not mistaken.
  22. Rahimdad
    @brendan wow. Thanks for sharing.
  23. Rahimdad
    @Gaurav & @desertdude he wants it for his daily use and not off road use. Being a Japanese car it is reliable, with unlimited kilometers warranty you don't have to worry about reliability as desertdude pointed out. Comfort wise as Gaurav bhai said please test drive from the showroom and a couple of these vehicles from the second hand market to get the true feel. But just be were that not being popular in this market parts will be hard to find and expensive to maintain once out of warranty or parts start failing which are not in warranty. All the best and do check out some offers for Ramadan, you might get an awesome deal.
  24. Rahimdad
    Never heard of it. Thanks for sharing.
  25. Rahimdad
    I don't see MG Morris Garage in this and I didn't know that Renault makes Samsung cars.
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