R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar

saurabh2711 · 13th August 2016, 10:20

R.I.P. Behram sir,
my Condolences to the family.

narendra.vw · 13th August 2016, 10:40

It's a huge, huge loss to our community. I can't believe this. My hands are shaking while typing.
May his soul rest in peace. My Condolences to his family.

Shashankjk · 13th August 2016, 11:40

RIP behram sir didn't know him but have read some of his very informative posts.condolences to the family.

honeybee · 13th August 2016, 12:16

Behram sir has provided valuable advice on many topics such as wheel alignment or headlight aiming. Would it be possible to compile a separate thread of these pearls of automotive wisdom so all can go through and learn a bit more about cars? Just a thought. It would be a nice tribute to this great automobile guru.

trek · 13th August 2016, 12:54

Sad news. A big loss to the forum, his passion for automobiles and the unique posting style will be missed. Never got a chance to meet him, however always made a point to check out his posts.

God bless his soul.

vikasshu · 13th August 2016, 19:53

Dear Sir, rest in peace. I never knew that you are Father of Mahindra Thar. I think the respect for Thar in my mind has grown manifold now. Though I must accept that I always associated you with formidable Tata Safari. I saw how forum members always looked for your advice on any issue and your words used to be considered as gospel.

Another amazing quality that I always observed in you was your humbleness. It always reminded me of the saying 'A tree laden with fruits always bends low'.

And finally, may God gives enough strength to the bereaved family to cope with this untimely departure.

TheTeacher · 13th August 2016, 22:00

I'm fairly new at TBHP. I visit when I have time, don't post much. Even I knew about BD Sir and have read his threads. Speaks volumes for his knowledge, his sharing, and his enthusiasm. RIP, Sir. You will be missed. Heartfelt condolences to his family.

CarJunki · 13th August 2016, 22:24

Condolences to the family. The community has suffered a great loss. He was a great ambassador for Indian Motoring, automobile evolution and his vision will continue to illuminate the path for generations to come.

sikkyonwheels · 13th August 2016, 23:35

He is an inspiration to me. The dedication and love that he have towards automobile with immense knowledge about each and every part is highly commendable. Condolences to the family.

(Assuming I am having conversation with BD sir)
Dear Behram Dhabhar sir,
I am unfortunate that I never got a chance to have a word with you. I am a member in your era too, but not an approved member. I am starting my Team BHP journey with your blessings through this first post.
I want to thank you for giving us your baby "Mahindra THAR".

RIP Behram Dhabar sir, we miss you.

Akib Khan · 14th August 2016, 09:35

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Originally Posted by honeybee

Behram sir has provided valuable advice on many topics such as wheel alignment or headlight aiming. Would it be possible to compile a separate thread of these pearls of automotive wisdom so all can go through and learn a bit more about cars? Just a thought. It would be a nice tribute to this great automobile guru.

+1. His posts on jeeps are invaluable. We can compile all his posts.
Ps- I hit the like button whenever I come across any of his posts. My lil way of paying him tribute. Miss you sir.

hotstuff · 14th August 2016, 12:05

Of late I have been a 'skimmer' on Tbhp, flying through the threads and stopping only if I come across something interesting. But whenever I came across a post by Dhabhar Behram (DB), I would invariably stop and read it fully.

Though I never had the fortune of interacting with him in person; from the years of reading his posts, I have this feeling that I do know him personally.

DB was all over Tbhp. His stats speak for themselves - 3,054 posts (0.92 posts per day), Thanked 4291 times. And I am sure there must have been a few thousand PMs and responses between him and Tbhp'ians directly.

He was among the walking-talking 'Automobile Encyclopedias', who saw the Indian automobile industry grow from it's nascent license-quota days. Having worked with PAL, M&M and Tata; he was among the real stalwarts of the Indian Auto Industry.

While his love for the FIAT 1100/Premier Padmini and the Thar is well documented here, he was knowledgeable about almost anything that has wheels and/or an engine! Just look at the depth and breadth of his posts to understand what I mean.

And almost all of his posts had one thing in common; he had not been corrupted by the SMS style of communication that most of us have come to use. His posts would invariably start with "Dear xxxx" and end with a "Best regards, Behram Dhabhar".

His last post was :

Quote:

Originally Posted by DHABHAR.BEHRAM

Dear Ranjit Singhji - I am waiting to see 1 lakh kms coming up in your vehicle's odometer one day! ...
My answer to your PM on brakes is that, the phenomenon you mention is called "morning sickness"! ...

Best regards,

Behram Dhabhar

We'll miss your presence Sirji!

ishlinea7260 · 14th August 2016, 21:08

RIP Behram Dhabhar sir!!!!

agspins · 14th August 2016, 22:55

RIP Behram Sir, My sincere condolences to the Family.

cunnuvila · 15th August 2016, 11:52

Heartfelt condolences to the family members. May God give them strength to tide over the loss.

vivekgk · 15th August 2016, 16:58

I can't believe this. Behram Dhabarji was always there in every 4x4 thread with invaluable advice. He was one who had done it all when it came to vehicle mods and restoration, and always quick and candid to steer you away from disaster. His helpfulness, passion and experience will be missed by us all. Every jeep lover will owe him forever for giving us the opportunity to own a factory built jeep.

Drive on!

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saurabh2711 BHPian Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pune, Bhopal, Indore Posts: 350 Thanked: 686 Times	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar R.I.P. Behram sir, my Condolences to the family.
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13th August 2016, 10:40	#317
narendra.vw BHPian Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Bangaloru Posts: 293 Thanked: 425 Times	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar It's a huge, huge loss to our community. I can't believe this. My hands are shaking while typing. May his soul rest in peace. My Condolences to his family.
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13th August 2016, 11:40	#318
Shashankjk BHPian Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Pune Posts: 94 Thanked: 98 Times	RIP behram sir didn't know him but have read some of his very informative posts.condolences to the family.
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13th August 2016, 12:16	#319
honeybee Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Dombivli Posts: 3,055 Thanked: 2,144 Times View My Garage	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar Behram sir has provided valuable advice on many topics such as wheel alignment or headlight aiming. Would it be possible to compile a separate thread of these pearls of automotive wisdom so all can go through and learn a bit more about cars? Just a thought. It would be a nice tribute to this great automobile guru.
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13th August 2016, 12:54	#320
trek BHPian Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Mumbai Posts: 250 Thanked: 497 Times	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar Sad news. A big loss to the forum, his passion for automobiles and the unique posting style will be missed. Never got a chance to meet him, however always made a point to check out his posts. God bless his soul. Last edited by trek : 13th August 2016 at 12:57.
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13th August 2016, 19:53	#321
vikasshu BHPian Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: New Delhi Posts: 129 Thanked: 302 Times	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar Dear Sir, rest in peace. I never knew that you are Father of Mahindra Thar. I think the respect for Thar in my mind has grown manifold now. Though I must accept that I always associated you with formidable Tata Safari. I saw how forum members always looked for your advice on any issue and your words used to be considered as gospel. Another amazing quality that I always observed in you was your humbleness. It always reminded me of the saying 'A tree laden with fruits always bends low'. And finally, may God gives enough strength to the bereaved family to cope with this untimely departure.
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13th August 2016, 22:00	#322
TheTeacher BHPian Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Space-Time Posts: 485 Thanked: 343 Times	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar I'm fairly new at TBHP. I visit when I have time, don't post much. Even I knew about BD Sir and have read his threads. Speaks volumes for his knowledge, his sharing, and his enthusiasm. RIP, Sir. You will be missed. Heartfelt condolences to his family.
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13th August 2016, 22:24	#323
CarJunki BHPian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 239 Thanked: 357 Times	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar Condolences to the family. The community has suffered a great loss. He was a great ambassador for Indian Motoring, automobile evolution and his vision will continue to illuminate the path for generations to come.
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13th August 2016, 23:35	#324
sikkyonwheels Newbie Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 5 Thanked: Once	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar He is an inspiration to me. The dedication and love that he have towards automobile with immense knowledge about each and every part is highly commendable. Condolences to the family. (Assuming I am having conversation with BD sir) Dear Behram Dhabhar sir, I am unfortunate that I never got a chance to have a word with you. I am a member in your era too, but not an approved member. I am starting my Team BHP journey with your blessings through this first post. I want to thank you for giving us your baby "Mahindra THAR". RIP Behram Dhabar sir, we miss you.
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14th August 2016, 21:08	#327
ishlinea7260 BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: . Posts: 473 Thanked: 545 Times	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar RIP Behram Dhabhar sir!!!!
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14th August 2016, 22:55	#328
agspins Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MH-31 Posts: 1,660 Thanked: 532 Times View My Garage	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar RIP Behram Sir, My sincere condolences to the Family.
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15th August 2016, 11:52	#329
cunnuvila BHPian Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kollam Posts: 48 Thanked: 53 Times	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar Heartfelt condolences to the family members. May God give them strength to tide over the loss.
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15th August 2016, 16:58	#330
vivekgk Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Trivandrum Posts: 1,016 Thanked: 2,248 Times View My Garage	Re: R.I.P. Behram Dhabhar I can't believe this. Behram Dhabarji was always there in every 4x4 thread with invaluable advice. He was one who had done it all when it came to vehicle mods and restoration, and always quick and candid to steer you away from disaster. His helpfulness, passion and experience will be missed by us all. Every jeep lover will owe him forever for giving us the opportunity to own a factory built jeep. Drive on!
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