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  1. Rahimdad
    OMG!!! Bluff Master.
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    Great initiative @Gaurav bhai, I am also in. Last year we stood tall on Iftaar Bowl to around 200-250 cars which swamped the area and joined everybody down for Iftaar as time came close to open fast. Hope to repeat the same feet this time around. Good to see @skumar83 is the first to sign up.
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    Here are my pics to qualify me for the video glimpse this time.
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    Now my side of the night which turned out to be an amazing time out with beautiful people. My family decided to join me after some time and I would like to apologize for the delay at the meeting point. After a round of warm hugs and warmer smiles we continued to the deflation point. We also had a briefing from @Gaurav Bhai we had a good idea on what we are up for. As we entered we found the big red and we played behind it to reach a high point and head down and ventured right. I have seen this area from far but for one reason or the other never ventured there. The were some nice smooth dunes to climb, and some bushy area to drive through and Than there were some sharp drops. The area was just amazing and needs more exploring. Unfortunately we had a radiator damage which shortened our drive. But fortunately it gave us time to sit together and share some stories, some jokes and more importantly bond and know each other better. It made me realize that the drive is important, but more important is the time spent together. As Saleem fixed the leaking radiator he spoke very few words, but it cracked a laugh from all. In all this tense atmosphere to not only keep a calm head over the shoulders but to crack a few jokes to relax all is so important in such a situation. Well done Saleem Bhai. As we were sitting around it became dark and the stars dissapeared, it was becoming foggy and the spiders kept us dancing and on our feet. Soon we laid out table for Suhoor, with a realization, we need a bigger one. There was so much of it and so much variety, we were spoilt for choice. Thanks to everyone for their generosity. Shree's sister was on her feet serving everyone and that was very sweet gesture that is so much appreciated. As we wrapped up and started packing we discovered that the fixed radiator could still not hold all the water we would have liked it to. But enough to give us 20 minute window. Gaurav Bhai did the best thing posible, scout the area with the most capable @baselsm83 to get the effected car out with all of us without any trouble. This gave us more time to talk, thanks to @Asif Hussain for being my chat partner. On return of Gaurav and Basel Bhai important information was shared and plans made to tackle the situation. We all at a point had to split as was decided to get the effected car out of harms way, Asif, Shree and myself joined with them in about 10 minutes. We were all out and safe thanks to some very clever and careful planning from Gaurav Bhai and help, patience and understanding from all. Like Gaurav Bhai put it a night to remember. Thanks, love and hugs to each and every one. Love you all.
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    Thanks for sharing @shahryar2002 and great advise from Gaurav, Desertdude, Barry and Derik.
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    I no like this. Now I need to get my Camera out and keep it out at all times during the drive.
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    Hey I can't see the video. I posted the pic of the gift I got from Basel after the drive. Technically it's part of the drive and I posted a pic. How come I cannot see the video.
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    Darn, I guess I will not be able to succeed in my plan for accumulating the points over the next 3 years to get myself the latest mobile phone in 2020. Hahahaha. Great initiative Carnity and glad it came with a lot of success.
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    Rocking idea @Gaurav bhai. I will be there on time with full support. Absolutely loved it last week and want to have even more fun and play time this time around. Love your area of choice also, just brilliant.
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    So how did the first Ramadan drive go. Well cool breeze, warmth of like minded friends, easy on the drivers and their vehicles, everything turned out very close to plan. It was just funtastic. Yes you got that right, Fun tastic. We started a bit late due to unavoidable circumstaces, but who was in a hurry. We moved to the deflation point and after a short driver briefing we were off to the top of Fossil Rocks on some slippery, sliding technical dunes with rocks in between. There were some moderate climbs with some sudden dips. Than we were greeted with some rocky terrain which everybody managed so very well. From the top we all knew the only way was down. Once down we had some very fun fast and smooth dunes to the back side of Faya. A little tough bit to get around and we were on the front face of Faya. Quickly we laid the spread for our Suhoor and Shukar Alhamdolillah we did not fall short. The Barakat of Ramadan. We all had different types of food from different countries and cultures. It was very lovely to have our Suhoor together. We had our last cigarettes and soon the table was packed and we were off to trying to climb Faya on the front face. First up was Basel with his reliable monster the Nissan Patrol. Gaurav Bhai was not far behind with his trusted beast as he unleashed his Mitsubishi Pajero. Only 2 cars didn't quite make it up, the Rav4 and my Pathy. So I cleared my passenger seat for Saleem and took my usual cheat route to the top. As we reached the top the sun started to make its way up to our side, an indication that the heat was about to be turned on. We sat there and enjoyed the last few minutes of the cool and the beauty of the dawn. Gaurav Bhai was still edging for that little extra as my story of rescuing a Nissan Patrol came to a conclusion. This prompted him to get into the bowl where we once rescued the Nissan Patrol. He played in the bowl for a good 5 minutes before the shine of satisfaction sparkled in his eyes. Just than the sun started to peak through the mountains and we were off down, inflating and in for a surprise just before heading home. As we inflated Basel presented Gaurav Bhai and me with the most awesome Zippo lighters with our names engraved on them as Marshals. Thanks @baselsm83 for the wonderful gift. It made this trip the most memorable one ever. Thanks @Shadow79 for keeping up with the Rav4 against all odds. Until next time, this is Superman signing off. Take care.
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    That is my worry also, once you service outside within warranty most car companies here end up cancelling your warranty. Best to check with the service center in Ramadan and getting a service contract with them. Once the warranty is over you can service it anywhere you like.
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    @slick72 glad I am not the only one to see the difference. I can just imagine your son having a laugh.
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    @Jackdaniel welcome to your forum. I am sure you will find a wealth of information here.
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    @shadow79 you are more than welcome anytime, just make sure you have a spare tire just in case and let us know if you are getting delayed to reach the meeting point, don't want to leave you behind.
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    @Barry Hahahaha, The Rambo's Lambo. @Jaan Rambo It works, i tried it out yesterday and I am not sure if it completely eradicates the blind spots, but it helps to a huge extent.
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    @tamils_siva you are great fun to drive with, I hope you will be able to make it.
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    Wow guys, all great points. I have noticed the little round mirror within the mirror and yes with the newer technology there are cars equipped with sensors on the sides to warn of other vehicles or object next to you.
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    Hey @Stef.an you forgot the right price. Normally car showrooms offering you quality vehicles will charge you a premium price.
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    @DiamondDallas it is a shame that you will not be able to make it, next time for sure.
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    Set of 4 used: Once Vehicle used: Jeep Commander 5.7 Hemi Number of years used: 3+ Years Value for money: 4 / 5 On-road comfort: 5 / 5 Off-road performance: 4 / 5 Overall Performance: 4 / 5 Tires are one of the most important and integral part of your car. I have used Michelin Latitudes tires on my Jeep Commander 5.7 Hemi. I have loved with the utmost respect for Michelin Latitudes due to their softer side wall for extra road comfort and better sand flotation. I was blessed to have acquired them with the car which was owned by the French Diplomat in Dubai and loved them to no ends. The only thing that has come between me and buying the Michelin Latitudes is my tight budget and these sets don't come cheap, but one thing is for sure they are worth every dime, The Michelin Latitude tires lasted me for over 3 years over 90,000 kms that includes on road and regular off-road driving every week. So I was very happy with the fact that I got these with the ride and they lasted me through the whole 3 years that I had my Jeep Commander 5.7 Hemi. Besides the price the only thing that used to bother me was to take it to the mountains, since these tires are soft they kind of loose their shape somewhat when taken to the hard surface like the mountains and there was a bit of discomfort after its first mountain adventure. The Michelin tires are made in France so you are sure they are made with love and it gives you that added peace of mind for your investment. I drove them for 3 years in all sorts of terrain: sand, wadi, rocks and road and here is what I think about the Michelin Latitudes. On road they are really quiet and offer maximum comfortable ride due to their side walls are really soft, plus they have a reasonably good grip on the road in all weather conditions. They lasted me 3 years with total abuse off-road, they always remained very smooth and quiet on-road and I felt confident having them on, however as mentioned earlier after taking them to the rocks they became a bit uneven and started to have a negligible noise My main concern however came how it does perform off-road being a highway terrain tire? The answer is simple, it was amazing as the straight threads of a highway terrain help them float better in the sands, and they are very light (which is a huge positive mark from off-road side for stock cars). They served me very well for over 90,000 kms and I was very pleased with their overall performance. I have since changed my off-road vehicle from the Jeep Commander 5.7 Hemi to the Land Rover Discovery and recently to a Nissan Pathfinder. And without a doubt I would have gone for the Michelin Latitudes again if only the prices were more reasonable. I had made a couple of trips to Oman while the tires were fairly new and again after 1 year of use, they were smooth as silk, quiet and comfortable on-road even at 140 kmph and gives you good control with different maneuvers. Off-road I used to drive it normally on 15 PSI in the soft sands and it used to be amazing, the lowest I had to go down to was 12 PSI where I got stuck in some really soft sand pit and it performed well. The result was always amazing. In conclusion I would only like to say, that although I used them only once in my life but my heart has always been with the Michelin Latitudes If only the price was a bit more competitive with other major brand of tires I would still be using Michelin Latitudes.
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    All this time the cars have been invented and we still find blind spots on the wing mirrors, why have car companies not been able to crease this problem out. So many accidents and close misses every day on the roads because the wing mirror does not show the cars parallel to you. Have you personally faced such issues and what would you do to eradicate this problem?
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    Hi @Peregrine Thank you for your contribution. You might be new but you know what you are talking about.
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    Thank you for joining @baselsm83 Suhoor wouldn't be fun without you.
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    I never had an X-Box and don't have any trusted repair shops. I have a PS4 which gave up and would not come on. Luckily it was under warranty, I took it to Jumbo and 4 days later they gave me a new console. However, I know a few shops in Sharjah who repair all kinds of consoles, except for the PS4 as they have a history of failing after 1 year and all you need to do is hand it back to the dealer and pay them USD 150 to get a refurbished one.
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