Theo Prado

Guys, have to jump out of the drive, unfortunately my car will not be back from the garage in time... despite many promises

Keep pushing that X-machine!

@Vishnu Ramankutty unfortunately I cant help with the warranty part of your concerns... which is a very valid point! Would say its best to get this in writing some how as a verbal conversation might backfire should issues arise later (hopefully not)! If I remember correctly you have the V6 4L Fortuner? I drive a Prado, however had similar concerns when I started my journey with Carnity regarding basic modification and would share the following: after fitting a front skid plate and doing a bumper trim (after giving it a few knocks during my newbie drives) did help solve my problem with the front bumper ground clearance issue and more importantly gave me the confidence when faced with steeper departure or approach angles when climbing and descending. Best advice I got from the Forum/ Seniors is to drive my car stock for as long as I can, before investing in modifications which might be unnecessary and or would later regret. And to comment on your last sentence: Remember its a Toyota it can go anywhere!

@Looper WOW WOW!!! What an introduction to the Fewbie level it was!!! Was that a classical Fewbie drive? Action from the 1st dune to the last dune - absolutely no time to even blink my eyes! Definitely a step up from the newbie level, enjoyed the faster and smoother flow/ pace of the convoy..., refusals, pop outs and other issues are quickly dealt with... and the radio communication from everyone was 1st class - clear and precise - like A380 Pilots! Just when I though the drive was over as we quickly cruised over the open plain, you pulled a magical surprise - I wont forget "Little Sweiham" for a long time... hell man that was insane - well at least for me! How did I... ...we get through that??? What did I take from the drive: I lost the track 1 or 2 time on the side slopes - and quickly remembered not to fight gravity as this was embedded in my mind from all the previous pre-drive briefings. I steered down regained my momentum and just came back up to regain my position! Thanks to @Rk ram for giving me the space to do this! @Chaearly in the drive made a very important comment to follow the track exactly as we passed through a challenging area, it stuck with me for the rest of the drive - which served me well! (for future drives also). Really had to concentrate to make sure I kept up with the pace... and not allow the convey to stretch-out (one of my weaknesses...). OK, let the week begin...!!!

Thank you everyone! Look forward to fewbie! @Looper see you Saturday for my induction! Thanks to all my newbie leads! @Gaurav @Islam Soliman @Ale Vallecchi @Hisham Masaad @Frederic @Brette @Chaitanya D

As always learning alot driving behind @Hisham Masaad in the black beast! Looking forward to the next drive... Ready for the 7pm battle of fastest fingers 1st! See you all in the dunes!

Confirmed!

Looking forward to the drive! My 1st drive at Margham! See you guys in the morning!

Thanks team Carnity! @PETELCZYC PAJERO - luke @DP1011 @Frederic

Guys, unfortunately been called in to work on Saturday... exiting the drive (sure my replacement is happy - enjoy!) - wish i was there and hope it super fun! Did the previous scenic trip and it was spectacular!

Very interesting topic... (following...) Have only experienced a pop out (not me) once in our convoy lead by @Islam Soliman and @Davie Chase if I remember correctly in Al Qudra. Was amazed out how easily and quickly the pop out was repaired - in this case with the help of an air jack. My question - everyone keeps talking about a "board" that needs to be placed under the jack, never seen this and was wondering if anyone is able to share what it looks like? @Frederic you mention to keep the wheels on?, would this not increase the risk of the jack moving out of position? @Gaurav excellent advise on the size of the jack required, not right now, however will place a jack in my cart for the future Thanks for all the great insight @team Carnity!!!

Good evening gents! Great to see some new and old faces for tomorrow morning's drive! Strong anchor in the front with @Gaurav and @Brette leading the way! SURE that the fellow Toyota's in the convoy will tear up the track! @PETELCZYC PAJERO - luke Great to see you and @DP1011 behind me to hold the back, a bit ironic that you both were infront of me last week @essam ibrahim Please let that twin turbo roar up pink rock tomorrow morning, Toyota all the way!!!

Looking forward to driving with your for the 1st time Ale! See you 7AM!!!

Looking forward to my 1st night drive! No special lights required? (just checking).

Unfortunately work commitments came up! Will see you guys on the next drive - Was looking forward to exploring this new location Have fun!

See you guys in the morning!

Get well soon guys, no worries there is always a next time! Pls add more newbie drives for the future!

What opinion would you guys share if the the 2018 Toyota Fortuner V6 4L came into the picture vs The Prado? The maintenance is cheaper for sure and it has a rear diff ( )... looks like it has less hp but also lighter than the Prado.

Thank you, @Gaurav this is crystal clear...

@Gaurav Morning... 5am sharp means arrive by 5am latest... or deflated and ready to start driving at 5am?

Thank you for all the amazing feedback! I think it clear the Nissan is out of the picture... Still like the idea of a rear diff... so will need to consider this. Maybe look for a 2nd hand fortuner which has a rear diff.

Good day to all, need some advice please... The opportunity has come up to purchase either a 2018 Prado V6 4L or 2019 Nissan Patrol V6 4L, the idea would be to use it for light off roading (sand 70%/ mountain 30%), camping with the family which we love (3 of us...), and my daily driver - short drive to work... Both are really great on road as I have test driven them... Main question is from an off rad perspective, which is the better all round offroad cabable car? (nothing crazy My concerns are that the Nissan is "heavy" and that the Prado doesn't have a rear diff lock (only centre diff). Some perspective would help... Thanks,

@Islam SolimanAre we all set for tomorrow?

Hi @Islam Soliman, i have one. T

Hi @Islam Soliman, Driving a 2009 Toyota Fortuner, 2.7L, V4 - front and rear recovery points are in-place. Recently completed the Masterclass with Carnity and did a few drives with a private friends group.