Off-road driving courses (beginner)

[XB70]

We are now into week 3 of ownership of the USS Iowa...sorry, Toyota Seqouia. Apart from the eye-watering fuel consumption (and this coming from someone who has run V12s) I am pretty happy with it. Wife and kids love it though.

There seems to be a drummmming (like a half-cracked window) when driving that I cannot figure out and wonder if it due to the large square cabin meaning a resonance builds up. Also needs a wheel balance.

Anyways, I am keen to do some off-roading (only basic stuff) but wanted to learn how to do it before I end up with a crumpled wreck.

Any recommendations? Equally, if anyone else is thinking about it, let me know.

Cheers

[XB70]

Hi

Thanks for the comments. Have already been looking at forums for recommendations on compressors and straps (I tend to over-resource on that side of things so would some proper gear - ARB?) so last thing I want is some cheapy strap snap.

Shirt - yep, has the 4wd.

Switchable 'turn button' on the dash rather than a separate gear level. Has 2wd, 4h and 4l and a diff lock switch. I know that not the 4wd witchcraft of a Discovery etc but I won't be doing anything 'full on' in it, partly since there are limits to what the barge can do (the more extreme tours won't take them as they are too big and wheelbase is too long apparently) and also will have wife and kids in it :-)

[XB70]

thanks - been looking at the Dubai Offroaders website but having trouble registering

It sounds like some beginner trips are the way to for the moment and then will aim for this in 12 months:



:-)

if there are any PHers planning an easy trip, I am all ears.

Cheers

[XB70]

Thanks all! Looks like a bit of prep work to do and supplies to be bought.

By the cooler months, we should be all set for a PH Friday Service UAE style :-)

Cheers

[XB70]

Nearly got stuck in a track down at Palace Beach after watching a stock Patrol go through - may have left the shift to 4l too late but managed to get through...bit of a heart in mouth moment!

Am off to Ace to look at compressors and I too will join the ranks of all gear/no idea!

Seems like there is a few of us here that can get something going in the coming weeks. Friday mornings are good for me so would be great to hear of anything.

Cheers

[XB70]

Fats25 said:

I've got a pass Friday morning this week (12th).

I did want to take the bike out this weekend, but I am not sure anyone is around, so I could be interested.

Will check with the boss whether any kids birthday parties or other stuff that I have not been told about but that sounds good

Early start works for me too

I have zero experience of driving in sand though and not yet bought any of the gear (ropes, compressor etc etc). Is it manageable for a complete novice?

Cheers

[XB70]

Agggh!

Just found out that the kids have a party and a play on Friday so won't be able to go.

Have fun and post up some photos!

Edited by XB70 on Sunday 7th May 17:10