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5 hours ago, Foxtrot Oscar said:

I should've referred to Traction Control for sideys. The control system will reduce engine power and apply the brakes to specific wheels that may be slipping. Whilst performing a sidey the car is extremely sensitive to any change be it momentum or direction The resulting change can cause the car to move suddenly when side sloping and that's very dangerous.

ABS stops the wheels from locking and allows us to steer, on a normal road, but we're on sand, and sometimes gravel. Sand and gravel under the tires act like tiny tint balls when you step on the brakes. As a result, there will be very little friction/traction between tires and ground. Therefore, all four wheels want to lock up immediately. ABS would keep them from doing so. You will keep rolling on and on and on and on. 

Thank you for the explanation 👍

2 minutes ago, Foxtrot Oscar said:

I agree with what has previously been stated, a skid plate is an absolute must. I would also advise anyone who has just bought an Xterra to have the Engine and Gear Mounts checked as this is also a common issue.

The kill switch makes a difference for sure, especially when tackling those big sldeys . The last thing you want is the ABS to kick in as even the slightest change can cause you an issue when driving under those conditions. 

@Foxtrot Oscar How can the ABS be an issue especially when tackling big sideys? 

Hi @Emmanuel there are few on waiting lists , they might not seen it . Can you announce the change to what’s up Carnity drive notification please?

Time for plate and tow point 😊

Hi @sertac And all Xterra owners

from my side here what I think from humble experience : 

regarding Skid plate I believe it’s mandatory as the radiator is the weakest link in X . I believe 10 mm aluminum plate is strong enough and it’s not that heavy as it looks and should be counterbalanced by my “ off road stuff box “ which is will fitted in the back. 
 

regarding tow points I still have the original and I have tested them recently in terms of rust checking and strength and integrity . They are still in good condition ( the only time I was pulled from the rear point was by you 😉 remember ) others were self recovery 😎 ... however I may need to change them if needed accordingly ... Maybe @Chaitanya D has an opinion about that as I learned he installed good ones front and rear .

ABS kill switch I decided eventually to keep it “ Alive “ and rely on developing skills . Traction control off button off only 
 

Picture : plate fixed by 4 heavy duty screws 

Congratulations @Luca Palanca Falsini !

Can’t wait for this epic coming thrill through  see you next Friday morning desert wanderers yet with much passion and joy ... God well .

thank you @Ale Vallecchi !

Congratulations @Yousef Alimadadi

Congratulations @Jun Zamora and best wishes !

Congratulations @Foxtrot Oscar ! Hard work is always rewarded !

Well done @Desert Dweller congartulations !

@Janarthan congratulations well deserved buddy . Keep it up and see you in sand soon !

cheers 🚙👍🌷

Congratulations @Hatim Patharia

8 minutes ago, Sreejith Sreenivasan said:

Recoveries from SolarPark Newbie Drive 18/09/2020 lead by @Srikumar and supported by @Janarthan

 

 

 

 

@Sreejith Sreenivasan 

thank you indeed for the sharing here appreciate that all can see and Learn 

10 minutes ago, Sreejith Sreenivasan said:

Here is @RaYan E's recovery video. Only the part visible from where I was..

 

From the back side I captured it if I am not mistaken check please in the recovery thread @Sreejith Sreenivasan

Hello dear off-roaders 

last Friday morning and evening drives were rich in thrill and experience and every drive carries along with it it’s own taste.

revising my own tape after each drive I discover details that it might have been overlooked unintentionally. Watching others tapes discovering how much still I don’t know and how much patience and determination is required  to learn precision and how to be in control 

from this weekend drive it turned out for me at least how important is the protection of the front underneath ( skid plate , bash plate , under armer ...etc ) which off-course will never be a substitute to the skills but it helps sometimes when waves slam the boat unexpectedly.

also I learn my own vehicle dynamics and response and when to release the gas and when to push , when to steer or just let go . 
 

Also I realized how can you trouble shoot and try find solution on your own.

last but not least learning how to Lead is the trust of the whole convoy behind that will do the best to maintain compliance and stick to the rules of convoy and tasks given and this is well seen and appreciated by all.

I wanted to share my thoughts that’s why I wrote.

cheers 👍🚙🌷

7 hours ago, Yousef Alimadadi said:

@Frederic thank you so much, it was a great day will full of joy and challenges 🙏🙏🙏

 

 

Nice snaps and video @Yousef Alimadadi 

if you have a clip of the recovery of the pagero that would be superb .

cheers 😎🚙👍

7 hours ago, Sreejith Sreenivasan said:

Here is the full recovery video of Xavier.. It has a lot to learn. Listen carefully for the instructions given by Srikumar..
 

Thanks @Srikumar for the wonderful drive.

I have 2 more videos from today’s drive.. Will add it to the post in a while.

Thanks everyone and see you soon!

@Sreejith Sreenivasan  thank you for sharing 

as the back of the convoy couldn’t witness it , but now we know . @Srikumar instructions to @xavier and @Janarthan execution upon instructions were a school by all means.
My Observation of stuck vehicle : self recovery attempt didn’t succeed despite shoveling and Rare diff lock , ( the ground sticky leveled , so essentially as if the 4 tires were at equal resistance but barely on ground ) . Just one question please : more deflation was done before or after shoveling ? !

observation of the recovery vehicle : utilized the gravity slope down to let “ winch “ and eventually recover .

please @Sreejith Sreenivasan can you add these two to the thread :the greatest of recoveries . I put there already two that I Had the chance to witness my self.

cheers 👍🚙🙏🏻

22 hours ago, Franco Swart said:

That's a great little summary Islam. Thanks for sharing, I might just get the app myself.

 

Hi @Franco Swart good drive and bowel clearance 😉👇

@Janarthan 

nice clearance 😉👇

Excellent @Rizwanm2 thank you for sharing this problem and solution . 
 

cheers 👍🌷🚙

Hi 

today morning was foggy dense in some area at alqudra , by the time the clearing was gradual as the sun ray got through so were our hearts along the dunes . 
 

@Srikumar it was Epic drive and I enjoyed it very much , thank you for this wonderful day. 
@Janarthan your contribution as  sweep was fantastic I like your spirit 

every one drove nice today thank you all indeed and see you soon desert wanderers 😎

it was nice @Gaurav To see you passing . True spirit of Carnity caring one for another 

below link enjoy

https://www.relive.cc/view/v1vjAZnM2Yq

other pictures put in Gallery

also check the discussion of greatest of recoveries . Added some 

cheers 👍🚙😎

Rope recovery 

When not keeping enough distance , but actually it was inevitable I had to stuck my self on purpose 

What do you think dear off-roaders ?

What happened here ?

look first and the second 

Indeed it is , I am living nearby . Thx @Srikumar

On 9/15/2020 at 5:13 PM, Rizwanm2 said:

Finally after long wait my search for desert warrior came to conclusion with this beast. Happy with purchase and can't wait to get back to sand.  😀

 

Special thanks to @Barry for the inspection and advices. 

It’s indeed a beast ,ask us the “ Xterians “ about it 😉 I like the the white . Wish you safe drive enjoy 

cheers 🚙👍🌷