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| Landie Boy Member Since: 14 Jan 2011 Location: Essex Posts: 431   
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Hi guys,
In the future me and my dad are gonna try and go on a Morocco Expedition. To try and stop us wasting money on something which needs to be replaced for the trip i.e tyres, snorkel etc What would you guys recommend for the trip which is up for the job? Thanks Jack |
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14th Feb 2011 5:23pm |
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| Sonic3d Member Since: 28 Jan 2008 Location: Ross on Wye Posts: 1505 
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A set of All Terrain tyres and not Mud terrain
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14th Feb 2011 5:31pm |
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| BigMike Member Since: 13 Jul 2010 Location: Lancashire Posts: 2253
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Depends on where exactly you go LB, and when you go. AT is good for general use, but MT is also pretty useful if you're going to be doing anything like dried lakes (ie lake iriki). Also depends on the time of year you go. If you're there when its wet, MTs are a godsend, believe me. Last time I went I had AT2s and they were fine, but it wasn't wet. You woudn't go wrong with MTs unless you want to just drive dunes all day long, then they're not ideal.
and you dont need a raised air intake to be honest. oh, and if you dont already own a roof tent, my advice would be not to buy one for the trip. if you enjoy it, then maybe then have a look, but theyre not cheap for a decent one and its a lot of money to spend for something you might only do once. If you want I can post up our gear list (basic gear, 3 week trip) |
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14th Feb 2011 7:19pm |
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| carlaac Member Since: 09 Dec 2010 Location: Hampshire Posts: 58
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Mike a 3-week expedition gear list under a new thread would be very useful. good advice above Thanks |
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14th Feb 2011 8:26pm |
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| leeds Member Since: 28 Dec 2009 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 8582
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Whilst many lists would have common items, such lists are dependent on where and when you are going. Solo vehicle or a convoy situation
There is a lot of equipment on our red 110 that I do not recommend that most people need. Nothing wrong with the equipment but for the average 3/4 week convoy trip to Morocco, it is not needed. Might be wanted, might be within peoples budget but is not necessarily needed. Remember that weight is the enemy of the overland traveller. The heavier the vehicle the more likely it is to get bogged down. Also the more strain put on the drive train and hence possibly more problems. HTH Brendan |
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14th Feb 2011 9:08pm |
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| BigMike Member Since: 13 Jul 2010 Location: Lancashire Posts: 2253
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Carl, done. And also what Brendan said. Taking too much is the scourge of travel with a vehicle. take only what you know you ll need and no more.
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14th Feb 2011 9:26pm |
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| Sonic3d Member Since: 28 Jan 2008 Location: Ross on Wye Posts: 1505
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Have a realistic timetable whilst there so you don't end up driving long hours each day
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14th Feb 2011 9:46pm |
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| TJ101 Member Since: 30 May 2007 Location: Taunton Somerset Posts: 3750  
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Mike,, While a RAI is not a must have,, and excluding deep water !! it certainly helps with the dust !!
Last year, we were 2 110 Puma Defender 110's,, one with, and one without,, The one with only need to clean the air filter out 2 maybe 3 time, even then did not really need it,, whereas the one without, needed to be done daily really, certainly on the heavier dusted tracks Did i mention the dust !!! gets everywhere 
As been said,, you don't need the kitchen sink and all, we say it each time, and we still take to much stuff, But then, of all the trips, Lost one fuel cap, half shaft dust cover ( condoms work well,, don't ask !!!  )
One UJ, and a fan belt,, (all on TDi, TD5 !!) so we so go fairly well prepared  California F1, 75th 110 "Kermit", 50th Ann V8, 90 V8 Hybrid, 55 Series 1
Main Brian James Trailer Dealer for South West UK |
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14th Feb 2011 9:56pm |
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| jst Member Since: 14 Jan 2008 Location: Taunton Posts: 8051 
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mine was the one without a RAI and if i went again i wouldn't bother with one then either! just dont like the look of them - sorry!
1. reliable vehicle 2. a good washing bowl! 3. fridge 4. decent quick to erect tent 5. patience 6. BFG ATs or MTs 7. decent head torch 8. spares between the groups! Cheers James 110 2012 XS Utility 130 2011 M57 bespoke Camper 90 2010 Hardtop 90 M57 1988 Hardtop |
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14th Feb 2011 10:01pm |
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| ken Member Since: 18 Aug 2009 Location: Banging Birds with my bitches !! Posts: 4328
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Ahem Beer
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14th Feb 2011 10:11pm |
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| leeds Member Since: 28 Dec 2009 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 8582
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In dusty situations a few minutes spent knocking dust out of air filter each day is time well spent.
If you have a RAI and are going into dusty environment you can get a prefilter to sit on top of snorkel. Another possibility is a pre filter sock. Other means include turning inlet around or placing a stocking over it Brendan |
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14th Feb 2011 10:20pm |
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| BigMike Member Since: 13 Jul 2010 Location: Lancashire Posts: 2253
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what sonic said. stopping by 4:30pm latest works for me.
TJ, I hear you, but I meant that it wasnt a "must have" |
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14th Feb 2011 10:37pm |
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| AndrewS Member Since: 10 Apr 2007 Location: Hereford Posts: 3708 
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LED lights around the vehicle for night time. Insects are not attracted to LED's
130's have feeling's as well you know  |
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15th Feb 2011 8:18am |
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| 110SEB Member Since: 29 Jan 2009 Location: Essex, England Posts: 1444 
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Top tip - i never knew that |
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15th Feb 2011 1:14pm |
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