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| ![]() ASHISHPALLOD -ji, I just figured out how you got your yen for off-roading, even with a car. I just drove from Baramati to Ahmadnagar. The entire stretch was "Off-road" ![]() |
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If you want an 2x4 to go for offroading make sure that u have a 4x4 with you. futher you must carry a good two rope to pull you out incase you get stuck. A good tow rope costs about 300/- in mayapuri. Make sure that you have a working pillon hook and other u hooks if possible a rino hook installed in both jeeps. They will be used frequently in offroading. When on track you would be able to do most of the climbs if you keep your momentum and accelarion constant. Pls do not try slush and deep water you will surely get stuck. If you enjoy offroading a 4x4 can be installed in a Jeep at a cost of arounf 19000/- I got it done in my 2x4 540. And it functions well on the offroading we do in NIOC and belive you me it is hardcore. I have done Great escape in chandighar and a rally in Jaipur they are cakewalk for us. Ankit and harjeev would agree on that. Enjoy offroading like we say "Offroading gives a better high than any single malt" regds Amit | |
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| ![]() i plan to take off road driving lessons before i buy a 4x4 off road capable vehicle in india/dubai. cheers: |
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BTW, I have seen pictures of the terrain in NCR OTR's and must say that I am scared of what you all do there sir. I would not even dream of doing it sir -- it's soooooooooooo tough. Cheers, Last edited by khan_sultan : 19th January 2009 at 13:18. | ||||
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![]() Dear Amit, Please go through Mr. Sultan's Gypsy thread from top to bottom to know what kind of machine he has with him ![]() sali Last edited by Salikt : 19th January 2009 at 14:29. | |
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Team-BHP Support ![]() ![]() | ![]() Tusker4x4, kindly read the entire thread before you reply. You have been teaching Offroading 101 to khan_sultan who has probably more than 50 offroading events under his belt. His gypsy is probably the most unique in the country in it's offroading ability. You have been preaching to the Bishop, if not the Pope. ![]() PS:With constant acceleration, even the Jeep will reach infinite speed. |
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Would you be available for overseas classes as well? Or can you provide consulting services in this field for users abroad? Your knowledge should not be constrained by the boundaries of the country. | |
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| ![]() @ khan_sultan, Salikt, Kandisa, Samurai, Steeroid: Your comments cracked me up completely ![]() However, on second thoughts, Amit please continue to enlighten us. Am sure I can learn much more than thing or two from your experiences. Just a friendly advice though: The gurus disguise themselves at times. |
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| ![]() Excellent post Shanawaz. With the growing interest in off road events and jeeps there are a lot of novices out there who do not have any off road experience. I have owned my gypsy for 13 years but never did anything like we do at the NIOC. Amit (tuskar 4x4) and other senior memebers are very helpful. @tuskar4x4 - Khan_Sultan is Shanawaz Khan from the JeepThrills chapter. You would have exchanged emails with him on the Jeepthrills forum. He is a very experienced driver. It would be great if both of you could share some tips with the newbies. P.S. - I agree that no tip can replace the actual experience and learning at the OTR itself. Thanks Guys, HAPPY JEEPING!cheers: Last edited by GoSlow : 20th January 2009 at 11:21. |
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I am a beginner but definately enjoy offroading. I have stared about 8 months back. So i cannot teach. What I mentioned was how I got started. So that a beginner should not get discouraged when he has a 2x4 Mahindra Jeep like I had. The sources I mentioned are where I got my things from. Your experiences will be far more than me. I have slowly grown in knowledge of offroading by learning through my seniors in our group. They have been very patient teachers. I still have a long way to go. Regds Amit | |
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| ![]() Dear Khan Sultan/Shanawaz, I did not know it was you. The I did posted the thread as per how i got inducted in offroading. In south you guys are blessed with amazing terrains. regds Amit |
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| ![]() Folks this is one great thread for newbies like me. Infact I am just another person who has a car. No 4X4 experience, never attended any OTR, but always interested in buying a SUV and doing some off roading, in short a wannabe. This thread is boosting my spirits. I now have to find a 4X4 group in chennai and request to let me in. While there is some time for me to buy a 4X4, I can start with taking pictures and getting acquainted to 4X4 before finally jumping into off roading. Veterans please advise if this seems to be a right approach. If you know any oof roading group in chennai, please direct me to them. |
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![]() On the other hand, you can attend the Jeep Thrills event on 2nd April mentioned here: https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/4x4-e...bing-more.html (Jeepthrills 6th Anniversary celebrations! OTR, Garage session, rock climbing and more) PS: Did you know Chennai is the birthplace and HQ of Jeep Thrills? Last edited by Samurai : 27th March 2011 at 12:36. | |
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