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I am a 1986 Toyota Hilux dual cab with a 4y 2.2ltr engine G52 5 speed gearbox with 4.88 ratio diffs . The rear diff is fitted with a ARB air locker and i have a 2inch lift in the suspension and a 2inch body lift and running around on 15x8 wheels fitted with some 33/12.5/15 Goodyear MT/R's tyres. I am equiped with a GME TX4400 uhf radio .

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Common 4Wdriving Techniques

The following techniques are common to all types of terrain.

Hand Position

When driving off road, it is important not to place your thumbs on the inside of the steering wheel. When driving over any large ruts or potholes, the wheel could suddenly turn. This may result in the thumb being bruised or even dislocated if it is left inside the rim. Remembering to leave your thumbs on the outside of the steering wheel is a very easy skill to acquire and should become second nature to you. With power steering fitted to most 4Wdrives these days, this technique is not as critical as the power steering unit dampens out sudden steering wheel movements. Owners of non-power steering vehicles will have undoubtedly experienced at some time the force at which the steering wheel turns when hitting an obstruction.

Diff Position

It is important to know the position of your front and rear differentials as they are usually the lowest ground clearance point of your vehicle. Similarly, any other low ground clearance points should be noted e.g. exhaust, spare tyre etc. When a large rock or other obstacle is on a track that you must drive over, you should ensure you avoid driving directly over it with the lowest ground clearance point of your vehicle.

Braking

When using the vehicle’s brakes hard, your vehicle’s front suspension compresses and you 'use up' most of its suspension travel, When braking sharply to avoid an obstacle e.g. pot hole or rut, and you cannot stop in time, release the brake pedal just prior to hitting the obstacle. This will allow the front suspension to return to its normal height and give more suspension travel when hitting the obstacle.

Observe these when travelling with other vehicle’s to maximise saftey and minimise arguements!

1. The trip leader has the final say and right to refuse any vehicle or person they deem not fit for the trip.

2. Each convoy shall contain a nominated "Tail End Charlie".

3. Seek to maintain visual contact with the ahead and behind vehicle at all times. Do not rely soley on the radio communications to maintain contact.

4. When turns are made make sure the following has identified the correct route.

5. Maintain position in the convoy, except in unavoidable circumstances.

6. No vehicle shall leave the convoy, unless the trip leader is informed.

7. If there is a break-down Tail End Charlie shall wait and organise assistance.

8. At all obstacles wait until the vehicle ahead is through before proceeding.