This is a photo I took a while back and highlights the importance of identifying /anticipating hazards from a distance. In this case, change in road, weather and light conditions. … [Read more...]
Tyre Max Pressure Ratings for Armoured Vehicles.
Ensure that the tyres fitted to Up Armoured Vehicles have the correct pressure rating.These tyres (photo below) have a max pressured 44 psi where the tyre pressures have to be 55 front and 60 rear. … [Read more...]
Has Your 4wd’s Approach Angle Been Compromised?
Whenever you fit something to a 4wd vehicle, there will be a trade off. Understanding this compromise is essential to managing not only your off road capability but also for driving defensively. … [Read more...]
If You Have Free Wheeling Hubs; Consider Pro-active Operation
Just to add on a few points to an earlier article I wrote about the purpose of free wheeling hubs and my thoughts on them.Lock and Go … [Read more...]
Up Armoured Vehicle Recovery Consideration: Fitting a Winch
Is it Worth Fitting a Winch to An Up Armoured Vehicle?It's considered standard that recovery equipment should have a safe working load/working load limit of 1.5 times the weight of the vehicle. … [Read more...]
My Thoughts on Using Synthetic Shackles
Recently purchased some synthetic shackles (Gator-Jaw) from Bubba Rope in the States. I had gotten one of their kinetic energy ropes through someone that was leaving Uganda and was very impressed. … [Read more...]
A Look Around Blind Spots
Blind spots are anywhere where we can't see without moving our vision. Most common ones which everyone is (or should be aware of) are the ones to the side of the vehicle. … [Read more...]
A Few Points about Armoured Glass and Maintenance
I recently visited IAGs new factory in UAE. As I got shown round the unit that produces the armoured glass (amazed to see the process first hand) I got to confirm and get new information.A new set of windows, including front screen, costs anywhere between 10,000 to 20,000 US dollars, … [Read more...]
Why I Don’t Like Roof Racks
I don't like roof racks and don't have them fitted to any of our vehicles. Reasons for this dislike are many but the main one is safety.Roof racks encourage loading fairly heavy stuff on the top of vehicles. … [Read more...]
Coolant and Thermostats – Are They Necessary?
Coolant.Water is great as a coolant. However, the disadvantages are it causes corrosion and evaporates easily when hot. … [Read more...]