Push-Pull aka Pull-Push SteeringIt's proactive:Hands are always in a position to make an immediate counter manoeuvre. … [Read more...]
Why You Should Care Which Handbrake System Your 4wd Has
There are two common types of handbrake systems fitted to 4wd vehicles:A handbrake which works on the rear brake shoes. A transmission brake that is fitted to the rear output of the transfer box. … [Read more...]
Use Dipped Headlights as a Proactive Driving Technique
Being SeenMost organisations I work with have older /African spec vehicles that don't have daytime running lights (DRL) fitted. Therefore, I recommend using dipped headlights as a proactive defensive driving technique. … [Read more...]
Why This Winch Wire Is Dangerous
Warn OutThis vehicle turned up for a training session recently. It wasn't part of a recovery course, thankfully.We found the clutch in the free spool position which is probably the reason for the rats nest. Lots of bumpy unsealed roads could do that to the wire. … [Read more...]
Why a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is Important
A recent long trip reinforced the importance of having a tyre pressure monitoring system fitted. The tyre picked up a roofing nail and the system warned of low pressure soon after. … [Read more...]
Raised Air Intakes – Are They Really Necessary?
It's hot, it's dusty and it's dry - so why should you consider fitting a raised air intake? … [Read more...]
UAV /CPVs: Consider Armour Overlaps
Up Armouring Process: TestingWhen a vehicle has gone through an up-armouring process, the prototype should be independently tested to ensure zero penetration for its blast and ballistic rating. … [Read more...]
Wearing Your Seatbelt Correctly Matters
This post is to address a few points which come up regularly in training. Wearing your seatbelt and wearing it correctly will have a significant influence on whether you survive a motor vehicle collision or not. … [Read more...]
Are Bilstein Shocks Worth It?
Over the last 15 years we have tried various types /makes of suspension.The only shock absorber that we have found to deal with the rigours of off road and security training and just driving around on East African roads are Bilstein. … [Read more...]
Speed Bumps, Hills and Mountains in East Africa
Twenty Years Ago...Twenty years ago I used to push trucks from Mombasa to South Sudan.The main roads at that time were in pretty bad shape. … [Read more...]
Failed Hill Climb Recovery – 200 Series Land Cruiser
At OnCourse, we teach a failed hill climb recovery technique that requires the driver to do a "key start" (this only relates to manual / stick shift vehicles). Over the years of instruction this technique is the only one we have confidence in. … [Read more...]