How to prep subaru for paris-dakar?

[phylet]

I previously started a thread regarding a north-africa expedition.

People told me to go away and do more planing so thats what ive done. My route is now fairly set, and we are staying in Morocco (via spain).
Id love to have gone down to dakar but it seems a little much. Going to the major morrocan citys and passing over the mountains to see the sands of sahara.


Ive got a subaru outback (MY2000, 2.5 N/A, Manual) and i need help knowing how to adjust it to handle the sahara and Morocco.


What modifications would be wise?
Currently been advised along the lines of:

Best tyres i can afford.
Underbody protection (?)
'recovery gear'

Can anyone add or explain in more detail what i should be doing?
Where in the UK can i go to practice driving offroad?

[phylet]

Lefty Guns said:

Are you planning on driving dirt roads or properly offroad?

id like to venture 100% clear into the sands, but im a little scared to be honest... how would i get out if my vehicle was destroyed?


what roofrack would be right for an outback?