Atif

beautiful desert on our last trip.

Thanks Gaurav and Rahim bhai as well as all those who made us have an entertaining end to 2018 and a fabulous beginning to 2019. Best part for me is that my in-laws did not declare me as an out-law😀.

On 12/24/2018 at 6:11 PM, Gaurav said:

Celebrate the New Year's Eve Party with style in an awesome and secluded venue in the nearby desert with the best music, food, and drinks to welcome 2019.

This venue is the best positioned to view over 9 different fireworks from 8 PM - 1 PM without the crowded vicinity.

• Burj Khalifa: 18 kms
• Global Village: 15 kms - 7 fireworks with different countries New Year time
  • 8 PM: China, 9 PM: Thailand, 10 PM: Bangladesh, 10:30 PM: India, 11 PM: Pakistan, 12 AM: UAE, 1 AM: Moscow
• Dubai Festival City: 13 Kms

This spot will be accessible for all cars and 4x4 so that we can get the maximum families turn-out.

This place will be set up with light, sound system and bonfire/bbq (in container/fire plate). Enclosed kid's play area (big camp) will be set up in advance so that families can enjoy and kids will also have some entertainment (of course under supervision). 

We will also have karaoke, so if anyone has flair for guitar or any musical instruments please bring it along on so we can have some live music through the night.

Experienced offroaders can make their way to Party site anytime without deflating.

For people coming in cars or non-4x4 SUV, pickup will be arranged from meeting point to the Party site.

Due to roadblocks, diversions and traffic please start early if you plan to join, as no pickup will be made after 9:00 PM

Entry is free for all Carnity members

• Bring your own food, drinks, wood, and beverages
• Bring your own camping chair, table, cooking or BBQ grill
• Get the best party music or music of your choice in flash drive, mobile or card
• Bring your kids toys, chair or gadgets.

When: 31 December 2018, Monday
Where: Dubai Outsource City
First pickup time: 8.00 PM
Last pickup time: 9.00 PM

GPS Coordinate:

• Meeting point: 25.123616 55.427639 https://goo.gl/maps/sd2gzL5QZDK2
• Party site: 25.124184 55.439590 https://goo.gl/maps/ArtXQWPxGs92

Level of drive:  All level
Type of Car: Any car or 4x4 is welcome

Approximate Finish Time: 3-5 AM, 01 January 2019, Tuesday

For any queries please contact

• Gaurav: 050 5258706
• Rahimdad: 050 6749099

Please RSVP on below calendar:

 

I will be joining along with some family members.Hope it is not an issue.

14 hours ago, Barry said:

No, I thought it was a wiper control for the left handed drivers..

On 11/4/2018 at 5:08 PM, Rahimdad said:

Only for the off roaders. See anything missing besides the distance. @Gaurav, @Asif Hussain, @skumar83, @Atif, @baselsm83, @NOOR OMAR, @Mujtaba, @EmVarlet

Parallel parking in the desert

As an expat owner of a Prado what type of modifications are allowed to be carried out for off road use. I am specially intreseted in finding out about front bumper protection as that is a continous issue for me. Hopefully this season I can drive with some peace of mind.

I need advice on buying a blower that can be used to clean car air filters as well as for car mat cleaning. I don’t mind buying an invertor too if 12 v blowers will be low wattage, however in this case need to know which invertor too (my Prado has a built in one but max 100 W).

Suitable budget around 350 aed

After an off-road trip I felt my Prado pulling slightly to the right. Of course I did hit by front bumper in the dunes so it appears to be one of the reasons. On approaching an ADNOC based tire repair outlet I was told without even checking teh alignment that it is better to take it to the "company" as they only do the electronic alignment for one axis.

Any adivice on the matter and does anyone know of a good garage ( not the agency please) in Sharjah or Ajman area?

Now that I committed my self to this RC Car club, I have a few hundred questions:

1. Can i get a decent rc kit fo under aed 500?

2. Where can i get this.

3. Idealy, I want to assemble it. Is that a good move or do you suggest buy one off the shelf?

Gaurav Bhai if this works the next club will be for RC gliders...they will be awesome  to fly from the top of dunes- as long as we can land them she somewhere  safely.

Hey Brothers, 

I cant view the photos that Noor posted. 

We need a cake Gaurav! Good you persisted.

I really hope the consumer protection come to your aid soon. 

Im in! 

Even if you dont puruse this case, here is the website for consumer protection. 

http://www.sedd.ae/ConsumersWT/index_en.jsp

On 10/1/2017 at 12:29 AM, Gaurav said:

 

 

 

 

Gaurav try this site:

http://www.sedd.ae/ConsumersWT/index_en.jsp

On 9/26/2017 at 1:03 PM, skumar83 said:

Since its been about 2 weeks from the last desert drive, my mind was getting restless. Guess am completely infected by the desert bug, so after discussing with Gaurav, I though of posting a desert drive. 

idea is to meet up somewhere near Al Hayer and then drive to Nahel. From google maps it looks like an interesting terrain. I have not been to this area, so it would be great if someone can suggest a meeting point . Plan is as follows:

 

When: 29 September 2017
Meeting time: 5:00 AM, convoy will move at 5:15 AM 
Where: First ADNOC Station while exiting from E66 onto E20 

GPS Coordinate: https://goo.gl/maps/ncY7BeVTct12

Level of drive: Fewbie - Expert - Advance - (absolute newbie and newbie as passengers only)
Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 10 inches of ground clearance
Plan: Early morning drive from Al Hayer to Nahel
What to bring along: Morning breakfast - whatever you like with little extra to share, water, liquids, smiles, stories, and enthusiasm.

 

Please RSVP on below calendar

 

Is it a "go"  for Friday morning, in light of the fog/mist conditions? 

2 minutes ago, Barry said:

A bad cheap battery won't damage your electronics but may cause issues and throw up a lot of electrical trouble codes. It won't last as long and could leave you stranded. 

Rather than disconnecting a battery if you're not going to use the car for a while, I recommend using a battery conditioner instead. They aren't expensive and you can get solar ones if you have no mains power supply. Disconnecting in modern cars can cause all sorts of problems which can lead to a lot of things having to be reprogrammed. 

Thanks. will try to get a a battery conditioner. 

Just another query while we are discussing batteries.

Is there a negative impact or car electronics in case one installs a cheaper brand?

Also , should one remove the battery lead when one goes on a month long holiday?

Actually selecting the channel is not a problem by to program the channels  it takes a lot of time since I will need to remember the steps. I don,t think it will be an issue as I have programmed most landline ones but just in case you ahev some specific range let me know

LOL about "QuackQuack".

Hi Gaurav,

I have programmed the PMR446 channels on my Crony 888 will that be sufficient or do I need any other frequency?

Gaurav I am a bit hesitant to drive in pitch dark condition specially as I dont have additional lights on my 4x4 and am a fewbie . Do you advise me to join in ? 

On ‎6‎/‎14‎/‎2017 at 7:21 PM, Barry said:

A few noob questions here. 

Has anyone taken or know anyone who has taken a hire car to the desert?

What happens if you break something? Are you insured or do you have to pay for the damage?

Are you even allowed to take a hire car to the desert?

Hi,

I have no idea about hiring a vehicle for the desert but was conveyed by some people that the off-road insurance does not cover accidents if you are more than a few meters from the road. It seems this is in the fine print . Kindly confirm.

8 hours ago, Gaurav said:

Al Jadaf ship repairing yard has many shops that giveaway or sell scrap wood, which is perfect for barbecue or bonfire.

Recently discovered this place who sells it, so no more favour looking faces...! Simply go there and he will load the trunk to your desire and pay him something like 20-30 dhs for whole lot.

Guy name: Majid Ali (056 459 6866)

Gps coordinate: https://goo.gl/maps/Y4CBjF8A2wT2

Apart from the above wood, I just now solved the problem of fixing the flag to the suction device..thanks for both;-)