Sreenath G

Just now, Sreenath G said:

Thank you @Gaurav. Well noted. See you all soon in sand from coming week onwards.👍

 

As of right now. I've replaced all lubricants. Every dushes. The steering mechanism is functional.

Let me one or two sand-driving attempts, and will determine if anything needs to be fixed.

2 hours ago, Gaurav said:

Congrats @Sreenath G. Enjoy your new ride, get used to clutch at low-level drives and start learning with "zero half-clutch" principle to learn fast without worrying about getting stalled. 

Every manual car stalls in the desert, so no big deal if yours stalls frequently during the learning phase.

Thank you @Gaurav. Well noted. See you all soon in sand from coming week onwards.👍

Here it is... Xterra 6 cylinder, off road version, manual transmission. 

@Gaurav @Frederic @Bravoecho @Srikumar

@Anoop Nair Thank You for Your Advice on Off-Road Vehicles. Particularly on xterra. 🙏🙏🙏

To my dear desert companion, 

I hope that you are all doing well. I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation to each and every one of you for your insightful advice and suggestions concerning the purchase of an off-road vehicle. Your input was immensely valuable, and I sincerely appreciate your assistance in assisting me to make an educated choice.

I'm delighted to declare that I've purchased an dedicated off-road vehicle that I believe will serve me well on all my adventures. This decision was profoundly shaped by your advice, and I couldn't be pleased with the outcome.

I am eager to share my off-road adventures with you all and to embark on new adventures in the future. Again, I appreciate your wisdom and support.

See you in desert 👍👍👍

Sorry, I couldn't make it up. Car is not ready yet. 

On 8/30/2023 at 6:51 PM, Gaurav said:

Learn how to drive manual gear in dunes, especially for self recovery. Bit difficult to adapt in beginning but stick to basics - no half clutch and you will be good without burning any clutch.

Hi Gaurav, @Gaurav well noted. Thank you 

@Frederic @Srikumar highly appreciated your feedback and all points are noted. Thank you.

The clutch and gearbox replacement parts are very rare to find it seems. 

@FredericHow about 2009 3 Door Jeep wrangler manual transmission. Is it worth for liwa. Specially the issue on heating.. 

Thanks @Frederic for your feedback. Noted. Any advise on maintainace of the manual transmission xterra. 

Congratulations @Srilakshman Karthikeyan

Hello Everyone Good Afternoon, hope you all had a great weekend. 

In my quest for a used off-road vehicle, I have come across a number of options. My acquaintance has a manual gearbox xterra off road(diff lock) model from 2006 (US spec) that has been registered in the UAE and is in regular use. He is willing to sell it to me. 

Please advise if a vehicle with a manual gearbox can be used for off-roading. Will it be safe to travel across big dunes such as the Liwa Crossing?

I enjoy driving with a manual gearbox on the road. I have never driven an off-road vehicle with a manual gearbox. So please share your thoughts about it and is that worth buying for off road use. 

I'm glad for your time and look forward to hear from you.

How much will it cost for OEM Radiator change and it's related stuff. Just in case. 

56 minutes ago, Chaitanya D said:

see and read the link below

https://www.thenewx.org/threads/smod-hit-list-year-mileage-user-and-outcome.62655/page-19

 

2009 onwards SMOD is unheard of, but better to be safe with checks.

American specs - please check thoroughly that their 4WD and diff lock if available is working properly.

You will have many X up for sale with GCC specs , just keep a close watch with some patience.

many have Abused but well kept their Xterra well in this part of the world ☺️, so good luck

 

Thank you @Chaitanya D

Unfortunately, I will not be able to come this drive.

Out from this list 

Great, thank you indeed. I will check them out. @Krishna R

Thank you @Krishna R. Yes I checked the 4H and 4L all available. It is SE 4x4 model. I'm wondering how to check the SMOD while inspection of the vehicle. Can through light on that... Pls

Excellent advice on purchasing an xterra.

Please provide feedback on the purchase of an American-specification 2010 xterra model. For 20kAED.

As I verify the VIN number. There are no significant incidents in the engine or front of the vehicle. Only a few dents on the back. That has been prepared by the agent.

However, I'm concerned about American spec and the Electronics' VRC, Slip, ABS, and airpressure functions. Would it impact desert performance? With a disable switch or by removing it manually, is it adaptable to desert conditions?

I liked the car inside and out, and it is within my budget. Do I need to spend an additional 5K to get it ready for desert? Or a small amount suffices.

If not American, I have an option offer on 2008 GCC spec vehicle for 12k However, it has been exploited in the desert. And interior are completely not in good condition. Is it still worthwhile at this price and another 8k I can afford to prepare it?

Looking forward to your insights.. @Chaitanya D @Krishna RR and all. 🙏

Excited to be back. Am in! 

@M.Seidam hi I would like to join convoy on Sun morning drive. I have rsvp on waiting list .. will I get a place In ? 

2 hours ago, Zulfikhar Naiyar said:

Hi @Ale Vallecchi,

My apologies.. will not be able to make it tomorrow... just noticed the WL confirmation..

Will drop myself from the RSVP..

Wish everyone a great drive... and looking to join next week!

Hi good morning Ale. Sorry,  I can't make it for the drive. Please excuse.  

12 hours ago, Gaurav said:

Congratulations @Mahmoud Taha for reaching the Fewbie Level with Carnity Offroad Club. 

Looking forward to seeing you growing further and helping others to learn the art of offroading in a safe environment.

Please make sure your Carnity user profile is always updated with all the latest Emergency contact details.

P.S. Trip lead might deny your participation if you don't have required off-road gear.

FEWBIE

Drives Attended (Indicative)	Minimum 5 Newbie drives are required within last 3 months for Fewbie promotion.
What you'll learn	Basic dune and sand reading Self-recovery techniques Shoveling at right place Crawling out of difficult situations Blip Blip - Coordinate steering and gas control Basic side sloping and hill climb Basic ridge riding and criss crossing Basic control over technical dunes Slightly faster pace desert driving Ability to manage stuck/refusals with radio Learn to control and avoid fishtailing Never fight or challenge gravity
Skills required	Enthusiastic and positive attitude Willingness to learn and help others Presence of mind and attention to detail
Car Worthiness	Any 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle
Off-road gear required	Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor.
Drive teamwork	Manage second lead and sweep positions upon request Intuitive and proactive to support Trip Lead Observe recoveries and offer help, when needed
Drive Joining	Join Newbie and Fewbie drives
Forum participation	Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

Congrats @Mahmoud Taha

12 hours ago, Gaurav said:

Congratulations @Simon Dawood for reaching the Fewbie Plus Level with Carnity Offroad Club.

Looking forward to seeing you growing further and helping others to learn the art of offroading in a safe environment.

Please make sure your Carnity user profile is always updated with all the latest Emergency contact details.

P.S. Trip lead might deny your participation if you don't have required off-road gear.

FEWBIE PLUS

Drives Attended (Indicative)	Minimum 10 Fewbie drives are required within last 6 months for Fewbie Plus promotion.
What you'll learn	Advance dune and sand reading Advance recovery techniques Rocking and crawling to make path Learn to flatten/compact soft sand patch Self recovery from crest Advance side sloping and long hill climb Advance ridge riding and criss crossing Advance control over technical dunes Slightly faster pace desert driving FULLY control and avoid fishtailing Never fight or challenge gravity
Skills required	Enthusiastic and positive attitude Willingness to learn and help others Extremely attentive and focused while driving
Car Worthiness	Any 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle Bash plate and skid plate protected
Off-road gear required	Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor.
Drive teamwork	Manage second lead and sweep positions upon request Intuitive and proactive to support Trip Lead Observe recoveries and offer help, when needed
Drive Joining	Join Newbie, Fewbie and Fewbie Plus drives
Forum participation	Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

Congrats @Simon Dawood

12 hours ago, Gaurav said:

Congratulations @Eduardo sos for reaching the Fewbie Level with Carnity Offroad Club. 

Looking forward to seeing you growing further and helping others to learn the art of offroading in a safe environment.

Please make sure your Carnity user profile is always updated with all the latest Emergency contact details.

P.S. Trip lead might deny your participation if you don't have required off-road gear.

FEWBIE

Drives Attended (Indicative)	Minimum 5 Newbie drives are required within last 3 months for Fewbie promotion.
What you'll learn	Basic dune and sand reading Self-recovery techniques Shoveling at right place Crawling out of difficult situations Blip Blip - Coordinate steering and gas control Basic side sloping and hill climb Basic ridge riding and criss crossing Basic control over technical dunes Slightly faster pace desert driving Ability to manage stuck/refusals with radio Learn to control and avoid fishtailing Never fight or challenge gravity
Skills required	Enthusiastic and positive attitude Willingness to learn and help others Presence of mind and attention to detail
Car Worthiness	Any 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle
Off-road gear required	Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor.
Drive teamwork	Manage second lead and sweep positions upon request Intuitive and proactive to support Trip Lead Observe recoveries and offer help, when needed
Drive Joining	Join Newbie and Fewbie drives
Forum participation	Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

Congrats @Eduardo sos

1 hour ago, Gaurav said:

Congratulations @Jessica Lambert for reaching the Fewbie Level with Carnity Offroad Club. 

Looking forward to seeing you growing further and helping others to learn the art of offroading in a safe environment.

Please make sure your Carnity user profile is always updated with all the latest Emergency contact details.

P.S. Trip lead might deny your participation if you don't have required off-road gear.

FEWBIE

Drives Attended (Indicative)	Minimum 5 Newbie drives are required within last 3 months for Fewbie promotion.
What you'll learn	Basic dune and sand reading Self-recovery techniques Shoveling at right place Crawling out of difficult situations Blip Blip - Coordinate steering and gas control Basic side sloping and hill climb Basic ridge riding and criss crossing Basic control over technical dunes Slightly faster pace desert driving Ability to manage stuck/refusals with radio Learn to control and avoid fishtailing Never fight or challenge gravity
Skills required	Enthusiastic and positive attitude Willingness to learn and help others Presence of mind and attention to detail
Car Worthiness	Any 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle
Off-road gear required	Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor.
Drive teamwork	Manage second lead and sweep positions upon request Intuitive and proactive to support Trip Lead Observe recoveries and offer help, when needed
Drive Joining	Join Newbie and Fewbie drives
Forum participation	Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

Congrats 👏 👏 @Jessica Lambert

12 hours ago, Vinod Damodaran said:

Confirmed ....

19 hours ago, Shaaz Sha said:

hi @ASAD., @MMansoor, @Vinod Damodaran, @Pacific, @Sree - Fortuner, @Morshedi, @Vaibhav, @Daniel Rodas, @Pieter Potgieter, @Pascal, @Jona, @Tareq Al Turq, @Prakash Anoop, @luwaimn, @Joseph Raju, @Manoj Soman, @Thomas Varghese, @Shahid Mehmood, @Imran Kashif. As now the the WL is accepted everyone is the drive. plz confirm this from your side before we decide up on the convoy order. Thanks 🙏🙏

Yes, am in. See you all tomorrow morning,  🤗my first Fewbie drive....

11 minutes ago, varunmehndiratta said:

I am planning to sleep in car, got a car mattress.... For one what's the point of setting up and then packing up tent. 

Suggestion: remove the car seats at second row and third row to keep it more lighter..