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Dear Santhosh, No to worry about checking-in early. We are going to be there couple of days before the event. Quote:
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1. Allan 2. Devang 3. Ravi 4. Paras 5. Ibrahim 6. Kishore 7. Nishanth 8. Soumya 9. Imran Soudagar 10. GS 11. Abhishek + Devansh (as passenger) 12. Tejas Please give us ten days to send down the forms and money. I'm banking on you to give me a vehicle if i don't get my 4x4 in time! ![]() | |
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Thanks for the tentative list. You can drive my Gypsy in case if you dont get your Thar on time. :-) Shibu | |
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| ![]() Robi/Shibu When you get a chance can you also publish a recommended checklist for local conditions and expected weather. Something which will answer questions like: Will it be cold? How many layers of outerwear are needed? (Fleece and waterproof?) Insect Repellent? What is the best way to avoid leeches ![]() What are must have's to bring? How far is the nearest fuelling point? ...This is just a random list off the top of my head! |
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| ![]() Dear Participants, Stated below are important information of the location and things to carry during the event. 1. The terrain is around 8000 ft above sea level. 2. The climatic condition will be cold. Day temperature -/+ 20 and night -/+ 6 degree. Night excepted to be very cold, need to have warm clothing (Jackets / blankets / monkey cap and gloves) 3. Carry Mosquito repellents, apply dry salt or vicks to prevent leach bit. 4. Nearest fuel station at Munnar 42 kms from the trail. Have option of getting lose fuel (Only diesel) close to the trail at Vattavada. All the petrol vehicles fill up the tanks and carry spare fuel in case of emergency. Service Back Up 1. We will have two local mechanics driving along during the event. 2. Only basic spares and tools will be carried by them. We urge all the participants vehicle to be equipped with full set of tool kit and spare parts. 3. For major break downs, the vehicle to be towed to Munnar at participants expenses. 4. All expenses related to break downs, repairs and services to be born by the participants. 5. Spare parts of only M&M vehicles available in Vattavada and Munnar. All other make vehicles to be serviced in Adimaly or Cochin (150kms from the trail) Things to Carry Recovery (Must Have) 1. Tool Box 2. Tow Rope 4000 Kg capacity 3. 2 x D shackles 4000 Kg capacity 4. First Aid Kit 5. Working Jack ( please test it before you start) 6. Wheel spanner( please test it before you start) 7. Rechargeable emergency light/Search Light (LED preferred) 8. Rechargeable LED head light with head straps. 9. Extra Fuel ( at least 5 lts) 10. Coolant ( 2 lts) 11. 5 lts of water in Jerry can ( for Radiator) 12. Fan belt 13. Spare tube 14. Few meters of thin steel wire/rope 15. Plastic “cable tie” different sizes 16. Thick Plastic rope for tying or securing stuff. 17. Jump start Cable Mechanical 18. Radiator rubber hoses 19. 2 lts of Engine oil ( 1L x 2) 20. Transmission oil 21. Brake Fluid 22. U bolts for leaf springs and nuts 23. Some nuts bolts screws and metal washers of different sizes. Electrical 24. Bulbs for head light and for driving lights 25. Wiper Blades 26. Spare Fuses 27. Few meters of electrical wire 28. Spare glow plugs ( for diesel engines) Personal 29. 4 lts drinking water per vehicle 30. Gum Boots 31. Rain coat 32. Jackets + other warm clothes 33. BSNL SIM card ( if possible) 34. Snacks / biscuits & wafers etc Kindly revert for any further clarification. |
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| ![]() Dear Friends, Just wanted to share this happy news with you. TV Sundram Iyengar & Sons Ltd Kerala ( TVS Motors) , Mahindra dealers and service center for entire Kerala state, has confirmed that, they will be sending a 10 man technical team for service and support for Great Mountain Challenge!! ![]() ![]() I am quoting Mr.Kurup's email below. "Dear Mr Shibu Varghese We are happy to provide technical support and assistance for GMC 2010. As experts hosting and technically support Mahindra Great Escape over the past few years in Kerala, TVS will depute a Team of skilled technicians/engineers for the support of GMC 2010. Our area of coverage will be as follows: · Mobile Service Van, with a 10 man tech Team. · Spare parts (would require you to provide a list of probable vehicles with their make. · We will conduct the pre-rally fitness inspection of the vehicle. · Rescue & Tech Support enroute. with you hamesha.... R KURUP Team Mahindra TV Sundram Iyengar & Sons Ltd Kerala " Thank you GMC Team |
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Distinguished - BHPian ![]() ![]() | ![]() Kudos to the organizing team! Keep it up! |
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| ![]() ^^ This is really a great news indeed. "Shibucha, Robicha Kalakki" ![]() Spike ![]() |
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| ![]() Dear Tejas, Thank you, Quote:
![]() More over it should be come with both front and rear bumper and side steps removed and equipped with proper A/T or M/T tyres. Else the answer is No! Regards Shibu | |
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| ![]() I am in With tigerranch and Mumbai Gang! Cant wait for this trip,I always wanted to offroad in Munnar and thanks to Shibhu and Gang it's finally happening! |
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Welcome to Gods Own Country! ![]() Please let me or Robinson know if you guys need any help with route planning or any other logistical issues. See you soon in Munnar! Team GMC Shibu /Robinson/Parvez | |
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| ![]() Dear All, If you wonder who is Team GMC. Here we go Robinson Sebastian ![]() Parvez Moosa ![]() & finally your's truly JEEP Captain aka Shibu Varghese ![]() ![]() And some more Team Pics ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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| ![]() My 2 cents on removing the leaches.Carry some salt or tobacco wrapped in a handkerchief / cloth, when the leach bites just rub it around , it will fall by itself.If you do not have this the simplest is a bottle of coke/pepsi.Pour a little quantity over the leach and it falls off. cheers and have a great event |
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