Hardik Mody

On 7/7/2021 at 11:04 AM, JamesThorn said:

I can't comment on the design of the X-terra tow hook design, but from the above looks, it is a weak design.

I would question the quality of the welding performed on the bolt. Looking at the photos, there are only a few points where the weld made contact with the nut, even though most of the circumference of the nut has weld residue around it.

Exactly, That welder did a pathetic job. He fixed the nut considering it needs to hold just the Radiator bracket in place.

Not thinking that the same bolt is also holding the recovery hook. And it will have much more load coming on it.

On 7/6/2021 at 6:33 PM, Zed said:

@Hardik Mody definitely 3-hole is stronger, the 3rd vertical square hole will hold while the 2 horizontal holes get pulled and rotated (from the bolts):

 

If you have friends in Fabrication shop, hand them this 3D design file so they can fabricate it for you:

 

The resulting product:

 

 

 

@Zed I have downloaded the drawings and will get the Brackets fabricated. 

But to repair the Chassis end - I have approached few mechanics.  They are not ready to take responsibility of welding. And I don't want to take chance on this where in for next RTA passing I will have problems.

Can Any one suggest a Garage who can help me on this.?

During a recent drive - I have damaged the Front recovery Point on my 2010' X-terra.

Fortunately the Metal Hook was attached to the Radiator Guard & was blocked by the skid plate. Else the damage would have been more severe.

On close examination, I understand that during fixing the Skid Plate + Radiator Guard (at one of the famous Garage in Al Quoz). They had welded the Nut to the chassis with few spot welds. That could not take the load during this recovery & came out.

According to the mechanic: This nut was weak on my pre-owned car. So while fixing Radiator Protector he did this welding without keeping me informed.

:: Before – After ::

I have witnessed this happing to other X-terra during one of the Technical Challenge Drive. Thus, I was always cautious about my front recovery point. But now we have somewhat similar situation with my car.

@Chaitanya D@Gaurav @Foxtrot OscarSeek your advice on how to reinforce the chassis end. 

Once it is secured:  

Option A:  Will use the same stock Hook Type recovery Point  - or -

Option B:  Should I get something like this for front end, which has 3 bolting points (two from Bottom + One from Side).

 Thanks.

22 hours ago, Yusuf Esaf said:

@Ale Vallecchi i will be driving my Xterra

@Ale VallecchiI will be in my Blk Xterra 2010

@Wrangeld 

Captain Richard,

I was very excited for today's Nights Drive.

But due to some unavoidable fmly commitments - I won't be able to make it for today's drive.😢

@Tbone since it was looking dicey to get slot here.

I have conformed to Rahimdad. &  will go with him on Newbe drive for this weekend..

Thank You..

@Rahimdad Rahim Bhai, would love to be on your drive. And the waitlist here is evident of ur Fan following..😎

But looks like for this weekend, I have chance to get confimation on the Big Red to Pink Rock Fewbe drive with @Tbone & @Foxtrot Oscar

So I will withdraw my name from this drive..

Pls add me in wait list..

Sorry for the 11th hour notice Angela @Foxtrot Oscar ,

Due to some medical emergency in family I won't be able to join you for this drive.

@Rahimdad thank you for your time, efforts & guidance..  It was a Gr8 drive.

I foresee many more drives with you  Captain✌️

11 minutes ago, Frederic said:

Yes they are very strong, i had similar ones.

Where can I find  it locally.??    On Amazon its all international Shipping.. will take 10-14 days to reach UAE..

To install the 22" light Bar on roof, any suggestions with these Magnetic Mounts.??  Is it reliable.??

The Xterra that i will be taking for RTA passing on Saturday currently has 265 /70R16 tyres.

But we (my self & current owner) suspect it will not pass the Test.

Thus, i need to change the tyres before that. Have narrowed down on Geolandars AT G015.

In your opinion should i go for 275.?

Also between profile of 60-65-75 which is better.?
@Chaitanya D  @Rahimdad kindly advice.

& Any recommendations for tyre dealership near Al Quoz..?

Pls add me in waiting list..  

🤞 Sir Richard..   Kindly add me on the wait list..

I am in discussion with the owner, he is the second owner from 2015.

Need your advice on: 

• Technically what Key Points in X-terra I should Check.?
• What should be the Price.?

@Wrangeld kindly unlist me from this convey list.. due to some personal commitment i will not be able to reach Qudra on time..

Apologies for late reply ..

Hey @Veedooshee Msg me on:  +971-557929740

16 hours ago, Ale Vallecchi said:

Hi @Andrei.  It will be nice to meet you. We plan to exit just before getting dark, so no special lights are needed. Look forward to seeing you on Friday. 

Hello @David Ortells. The drive is still open, so you are welcome to join. You can sign in.  See you on Friday. 

Thanks captain @Ale Vallecchi..  This being my first Evening Drive, I had similar concerns as @Andrei.

😃But will follow your tyre marks..    See you tomorrow..✌️

👏Congratulations @Vanessa8580....👍           

Hey Captain Srikumar,

Pls find below details as required:

1. Which 4x4 do you drive?

>> Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2017

2. Confirm your vehicle has a front and rear tow hook.

>> Yes 

3. Do you have any previous offroading experience?

>> No

For your first offroad adventure, please bring along a deflator and pressure gauge. 

• Pressure gauge - Yes.
• Inflator - Yes
•  Deflator - No. (😓 Amazon will deliver on Sunday).

See you on Friday...👍