Frederic

Reviving this topic: Partial further discussion was made in above topic. I made a small overview below to show the existing different types, each with their own pros and cons.

It's definitely Pedal Commander causing this (if you have it). This is the main reason why people throw it away. It's worthless.

Hi @Hani Howeedy welcome to Carnity ! You will find the radios in Dragon Mart, and if you prefer to order them online, you can use their online portal: www.edragonmall.com They deliver within 1-2 days.

DRIVE DESCRIPTION From the smallish dunes at the start of the farm, but making our way into the bigger rolling dunes, with the plan to make it to the famous Big Red. @Simon Dwill lead and manage this drive with me. MUST READ AND COMPLY Environmental Policy Offroad Flag Guideline Two Way Radio Guideline Off road Driving Etiquette's Emergency details for all off-roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie and above When: 13 January 2024, Saturday Meeting time: 07:00 am - Sharp (Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8h8yf4zznDE4jQbJ6 Approximate finish time: 11:00 am 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, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Mandatory off-road gears: Tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, compressor, walkie-talkie radio, off-road flag, shovel, first-aid kit, Tow Rope, 2 Shackles and fire extinguisher. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday - 12 PM. Please withdraw your RSVP, if you find you are unable to join, so your spot can be taken by others in the waitlist. If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist, if an RSVP attendee removes themselves, you will be moved from the waitlist to the RSVP list as an attendee. A convoy list will be sent out the day prior to the drive. Latecomers will be returned back - Without any exceptions. Members without RSVP will be returned back - Without any exceptions. Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month. PLEASE RSVP ON BELOW CALENDAR

The Rubicon model with its specific gear ratio was made to excel in rock crawling. When it comes to damage to either the Sport/Sahara or the Rubicon trim because of the different ratio is hard to tell.

@Josh S From what i see you have now completed a handful of drives, and i understand that you might seem confused about this topic. From a Carnity Club perspective there is a couple of reasons why we advise everyone to drive in 4H: 1. We cater to all sorts of different 4x4's. When going through most of the vehicle manuals we noticed it's clearly mentioned you should not drive it in 4L beyond 30km/h. Take note: this depends on the vehicle. A Jeep Wrangler JL can drive in 4L at higher speeds, but we have experienced plenty of issues over the years from people driving low gear for extended periods and the damaged they sustained (drive-line, axles, transfer case). (not necessarily JL models, just 4x4's in general) 2. During your learning experience, driving in 4H will give you a much better driving feedback and smoother approach to off-roading. Your vehicle has MORE than enough power to easily go through all the levels in our club. Our leads also drive in 4H (at least the ones i know ) 3. There are other clubs who drive on extreme levels and probably of them drive in 4L with heavy modified vehicles. If you are keen to drive on that level eventually, be prepared to send off your Jeep to the workshop EVERY week, and every time something breaks, that 200+drives senior marshal will tell you to modify it even further.... further down the rabbit-hole. Our Intermediate level drives are fast and thrilling, but you will notice that most of our leads achieve this with stock 4x4's (or minor mods). At the end of the day we want to go home safely and in one piece (the car as well). Pertaining to your specific case: * Rubicon has the 4:1 transfer case, so if i am not mistaken you'd have to be in 7th or 8th gear in 4L. Limited to 70km/h in 8th gear i think. @Zed might have the gear calculator handy. I would advise to stay in 4H for as long as you can and learn the art of offroading thoroughly first. After 50-60 drives you can start experimenting in various terrain and see if you find improvements. If you decide to drive on extreme/advance levels in the clubs where heavily modded cars with 4L are leading the pack, then you might gonna have to do the same. But in Carnity you'll never need it.

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The dunes in Liwa are amongst the biggest you’ll ever see. If you are used to your car by now and how it handles, that’s fine, but if you changed your vehicle or just installed a lift kit, the way the car behaves will be different and you will need be extra careful by not overestimating what yourself or your car can do.

Nice! Be extra careful in Liwa terrain as the handling will be somewhat different

Dear Carnitees, @Richard Franks@Mike M.@Anoop Nair@Ahmed Wagdy@Gertjan Unfortunately i will have to call off this hike, as i am down with the flu for the moment. We will definitely plan it again soon. My apologies.

Got it lifted ?

Hi @shajikmc in the engine room bay it is not a sensor, but the vacuum solenoids that are located nearby your air filter box. Ideally when driving a Pajero, you should engage your 4H at least once a week, this ensures the system is not seizing up. Probably if you are not offroading and you kept it in 2H for 100000kms the system is stuck. There are three possibilities: 1. The vacuum solenoids, like your mechanic mentions. These don't cost more than 250dhs and can be replaced in 10mins. 2. the vacuum piston underneath the vehicle that engages the differential shaft. This is the one that can seize up when you are not using it for long time. (water/corrosion)... 3. one of the sensors on the differential itself (less likely).

Of course !!

Welcome to the Off-Road Hall of Fame, a place where we celebrate the fearless, daring, and ingenious legends of the off-road world. This is the home of the trendsetters who have pushed the limits of off-road driving, supporting, and inspiring all types of adventurers. Off-road driving is not just a hobby, it's a way of life. It requires a rare combination of skill, bravery, and respect for the great outdoors. From conquering the tallest dune to racing through the sands, and wadis to traversing long distances, off-roading comes in various forms that demand unique skills, patience and above all - great teamwork. Only a few have gone above and beyond, leaving their mark on the off-road universe, and inspiring others to follow in their footsteps. These heroes have not just driven off-road but have really defined the true meaning of off-road community while taking the sport to new heights. Whether you are an experienced off-roader or just starting, we invite you to join us as we explore the stories and legacies of the off-road greats who have earned their rightful place in the Off-Road Hall of Fame. This is a place where we take pride in their achievements and honor their spirit of adventure. So, fasten your seatbelts, hold tight, and let's embark on a journey of exhilaration, inspiration, and honor in the Off-Road Hall of Fame. Period: Oct - Dec 2023 Drives in the spotlight This quarter we have been blessed with multiple themed drives to be remembered: 1. Halloween Drive , 29 October 2023 - led by @Ale Vallecchi Newbie - Al Madam - Sharjah - 29 Oct 2023 - Carnity.com 2. 7 Emirates Offroad Drive, December 2nd 2023 - led by @Frederic Overlanding - 7 Emirates - 2 and 3 Dec 2023 - Carnity.com 3. Jingle Jungle Bells Drive, December 23rd 2023 - led by @DP1011 Fewbie - Murquab - Qudra - Dubai - 23 Dec 2023 - Carnity.com Additionally, the DCT event was an epic challenge and adventure, which will definitely be repeated in the future ! Member in the spotlight @Rafey Hashmi might be driving the smallest 4x4 of our club, but he boasts the biggest smile and can-do attitude! In below photo you can see him navigating a dune, while @Gary F is explaining how momentum is being created Lead Champions Congratulations @Davie Chase and @Looper for being our Lead Champions this quarter, with both 13 Leads! Amazing achievement guys! Support Champion Congratulations to @Imran Asghar for being our support champion of this quarter with 6 supported NB/FB drives! Your positive attitude and friendly approach is a true gamechanger for members who are joining us for the first couple of drives. Keep it up ! Message to all our champions: Your dedication is an admirable quality that is truly valued and appreciated. Your unwavering passion for off-roading has not gone unnoticed, and it is an inspiration to those around you today. We thank you and look forward to seeing the many great things you will achieve in the future.

Thanks @Ahmed Wagdy yes they are unfortunately building a kind of road over there (that was the location we used the year before, but had to move a bit further down this time). I hope we can keep finding nice spots for NYE the coming years as it seems it's becoming more and more difficult. On a different note, we went to pick up our bonfire plate yesterday and found our spot to be completely clean and free from litter, which was such a nice thing to see. We passed by Townsquare on the way home and found massive amounts of litter people left behind over there unfortunately. I am glad our club and its members know better than that.

@Vanessa8580@Sreenath G@Ahmed Farouk@Davie Chase@sohinik@GauravSoni@Ahmed Wagdy@Brette@Krishna R@Gaurav@DP1011 Thank you all for joining and making this an unforgettable experience ! Let me know if you liked the location and what we can improve for next year event.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/abPt9Sjb6gEa181X9?g_st=ic we are at this location. just next to the DEWA station

Great news ! Time to polish your shovel 😜

Hi @Sreenath G you can use the track in the attachment.

@Vanessa8580@Sreenath G@Ahmed Farouk@Davie Chase@sohinik@GauravSoni@Ahmed Wagdy@Shinebabu@munkybizness@Brette@Gaurav Great to see the signups, and glad to see old friends joining us that we haven't seen a while. Good news: There is no need to deflate, but you will need to engage 4x4 and disable the traction. It will only about 7-8 mins on a dirt track / sabkha until we reach our sit-down point. I hope the skies are clear tonight and there will be no rain. See you all tonight !