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See Central America on 4x4
By: (Tue, 24 Feb 2009)
(above right, from left) Foo, Mohd Nor,
Lorenzo (on bike) and 4x4 organising
chairman Datuk Mohd Isa.
IN the wake of its first 4x4 expedition across South America last year, 4x4 World Explorer Sdn Bhd will next be tackling the mountainous terrain of Central America.
A total of 30 participants (25 of them Malaysians) in 13 fully-equipped 4x4 vehicles will be undertaking the 9,000km trek across seven countries – Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, Mexico and the United States.
This is the second leg of the World Explorer Series to circumnavigate the world between 2008 and 2012 in suitably modified 4x4 vehicles. The entire series will cover six regions – the Americas, Asia, Europe, Africa, Middle East and Southeast Asia.
The expedition was jointly launched recently by Mexico Ambassador Jorge Alberto Lozoya, Foreign Affairs Ministry Undersecretary of Americas Division Datuk Mohd Nor Atan, and 4x4 World Explorer organising committee.
The 47-day trek will start on April 29 from San Jose, Costa Rica, into the heart of Central America, passing through Mexico and crossing over to San Diego, California, before ending in Los Angeles on June 13.
Along the way, participants will visit United Nations Heritage Sites such as Chichen Itza (a large pre-Columbian archaeological site built by the Mayans) and the Baja California Desert (a steep and rugged desert eco-region in Mexico’s Baja Peninsular), said the series expedition leader Thomas Foo.
The event also saw the launch of The Third Eye – a collection of photos of the South America expedition taken by June Yap, a participant.
For those interested in joining this 4x4 adventure to Central America and Mexico, the package price is RM46,000 for the round trip. This includes costs for shipment of vehicles, border crossing, on-the-ground support including mechanical and medical back-up, accommodation (sometimes camping in style), most meals and side excursion tours.
Short sectors can also be arranged for participants with a tight schedule. Those who do not have their own 4x4 vehicles can still join on a ‘hop in’ basis in three vehicles set aside for this purpose. – Chin Lee Kam
Those interested can email to info@4x4we.com or call 03-4251 2423. Also check out the website at www.4x4worldexplorer.com.
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Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Monday, February 23, 2009
New Sunday Times, CBT Report 20 Feb 2009
Thrust into Central America
VETERANS from the 4x4 World Explorer is at it again, this time going to Central America, a first for this Malaysian organisation.
The 9,000km expedition will be covered by 25 Malaysians with five foreigners tagging along using fully equipped 4x4 vehicles.
They will go through seven countries – Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, Mexico and United States.
The adventure will start from San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica into the heart of Central America, then onto the huge expanse of Mexico, before crossing over to San Diego, California and the final destination in Los Angeles.
The expedition is expected to be completed in 47 days.
The expedition concept was launched by Mexican Ambassador Jorge Alberto Lozoya.
Also present were Datuk Mohd Nor bin Atan, undersecretary of the America division at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Datuk Mohd Isa, organising chairman of 4x4 World Explorer; and expedition leader Thomas Foo.
This second series of World Explorer will begin on April 29.
There are still slots for interested parties. The fee is RM46,000, which includes all costs.
Ferry rides are also available for those who do not have a 4x4 vehicle, as 4x4 World Explorer is dedicating three vehicles for this purpose.
Log on to www.4x4worldexplorer or call 03-4251 2423 for more info.
VETERANS from the 4x4 World Explorer is at it again, this time going to Central America, a first for this Malaysian organisation.
The 9,000km expedition will be covered by 25 Malaysians with five foreigners tagging along using fully equipped 4x4 vehicles.
They will go through seven countries – Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, Mexico and United States.
The adventure will start from San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica into the heart of Central America, then onto the huge expanse of Mexico, before crossing over to San Diego, California and the final destination in Los Angeles.
The expedition is expected to be completed in 47 days.
The expedition concept was launched by Mexican Ambassador Jorge Alberto Lozoya.
Also present were Datuk Mohd Nor bin Atan, undersecretary of the America division at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Datuk Mohd Isa, organising chairman of 4x4 World Explorer; and expedition leader Thomas Foo.
This second series of World Explorer will begin on April 29.
There are still slots for interested parties. The fee is RM46,000, which includes all costs.
Ferry rides are also available for those who do not have a 4x4 vehicle, as 4x4 World Explorer is dedicating three vehicles for this purpose.
Log on to www.4x4worldexplorer or call 03-4251 2423 for more info.
Friday, February 13, 2009
4 x 4 WORLD EXPLORE WORLD SERIES – CENTRAL AMERICA & MEXICO
4 x 4 WORLD EXPLORE WORLD SERIES – CENTRAL AMERICA
The World Series by 4x4 World Explorer Sdn Bhd are carefully put together expeditions with passion for travel, spirit of freedom and open mind ness for discovery all done in off road vehicles with the aim of exploring the world and bringing cultures through exchanges and understanding. They are attempting to circumnavigate the world in 4x4 vehicles in 6 sectors: The Americas, Asia, Europe, Africa, Middle East and South East Asia.
The vehicles are suitably modified for differing terrain conditions with long-range fuel tank capabilities and this includes motorbikes for those hardier travelers amongst us. For those who do not have suitable vehicles, 4x4 World Explorer Sdn Bhd have currently 3 expedition vehicles where participants can hop in and be apart of this exciting adventurer to see the world. Those who have 4x4 vehicles can bring their own cars but it must be converted to expedition standards, such as snorkels (exhaust pipes pointing skywards) so cars can go up to window level deep in water to roof racks for storing spare parts and essentials like cooking equipment to make nasi lemak and char kway teow in times of emergencies! Again the company can advice and help with the conversion as well as sampling the cooking!
The company organizes the routes, shipment of vehicles, board crossing, on the ground support including mechanical and medical back up, accommodation (some times camping in style), most meals and side excursion tours. Thomas Foo the company founder, 15 years ago firmly believes that “it’s the journey not the destination that really matters” although they have always reached there destinations on schedule even passing by war torn countries.
The World Series started with South America 1 in 2006 visited Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Paraguay, Bolivia, Peru and Chile. South America 2 was just recently completed successfully in 2008. The expedition began in Lima, the capital of Peru where our vehicles arrived by ship from Port Klang, Malaysia. As it turned out, APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) was on at that same time, attended by a strong political presence from Malaysia and the expedition added an extra refreshing flavour to promote Malaysia. This resulted in the expedition officials being formally invited to attend Malaysian-hosted functions, which also included a flag off from Lima by the Malaysia Ambassador, Ahmad Izlan Idris, and the Mayor of Lima, E. Antonio Meier Cresci on 28th November 2008.
From there they headed north along the Pan Americana Highway hugging the coast of the Pacific Ocean passing mainly desert and arid terrain to Ecuador, which turned into a contrasting green haven with fascinating people, then over the Andean mountain range into the wonderfully colourful and friendly Columbia. Once they dropped in altitude from a maximum of 4300m, into the low lands they wondered into the gem of a country Venezuela.
Now for the first time in Malaysian history they are venturing into Central America & Mexico, commencing end of April to mid June 2009 and will visit the countries of Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, Mexico and ending at Los Angeles in USA. This is a truly unique opportunity to see this fascinating part of the world in the comfort and safety of expedition vehicles and convoying (or caravan in Spanish). “This expedition will not only show the rich culturally heritage of the Mayan and Aztec empires of yesteryear but what is happening now and to see and feel the energy and essence of the people in today’s climate.” Says Linus Liew, director of expedition & scope.
Part 4 of World Explorer will start from Los Angeles in late 2009, heading eastwards along the southern states towards New York City and then northwards crossing into, Canada ending in autumn 2009 in Vancouver.
The final part of the World Explorer Americas Series will begin from Vancouver in spring 2010 then going northwards through beautiful British Columbia to Yukon and Alaska (USA), before returning along the Pacific Coast to USA, Washington State, Oregon and California to end this expedition in San Francisco.
From the United States, the expedition vehicles will be shipped across the Pacific Ocean to Tianjin, Northern China to continue into Russia heading towards Europe which will start the Asian and Europe sectors of the World series. Further on the exploration continues to the West and East coasts of Africa and onwards to the middle East before returning back to Malaysia. An adventurous undertaking for people with adventurous spirits.
For those like-minded adventurous spirited people interested in any of our future expeditions then please contact us at:
4 x 4 World Explorer, 242-C Jalan Ampang 50450, Kuala Lumpur. Tel +603 4251 2423 Email info@4x4we.com or visit www.4x4WorldExplorer.com
The World Series by 4x4 World Explorer Sdn Bhd are carefully put together expeditions with passion for travel, spirit of freedom and open mind ness for discovery all done in off road vehicles with the aim of exploring the world and bringing cultures through exchanges and understanding. They are attempting to circumnavigate the world in 4x4 vehicles in 6 sectors: The Americas, Asia, Europe, Africa, Middle East and South East Asia.
The vehicles are suitably modified for differing terrain conditions with long-range fuel tank capabilities and this includes motorbikes for those hardier travelers amongst us. For those who do not have suitable vehicles, 4x4 World Explorer Sdn Bhd have currently 3 expedition vehicles where participants can hop in and be apart of this exciting adventurer to see the world. Those who have 4x4 vehicles can bring their own cars but it must be converted to expedition standards, such as snorkels (exhaust pipes pointing skywards) so cars can go up to window level deep in water to roof racks for storing spare parts and essentials like cooking equipment to make nasi lemak and char kway teow in times of emergencies! Again the company can advice and help with the conversion as well as sampling the cooking!
The company organizes the routes, shipment of vehicles, board crossing, on the ground support including mechanical and medical back up, accommodation (some times camping in style), most meals and side excursion tours. Thomas Foo the company founder, 15 years ago firmly believes that “it’s the journey not the destination that really matters” although they have always reached there destinations on schedule even passing by war torn countries.
The World Series started with South America 1 in 2006 visited Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Paraguay, Bolivia, Peru and Chile. South America 2 was just recently completed successfully in 2008. The expedition began in Lima, the capital of Peru where our vehicles arrived by ship from Port Klang, Malaysia. As it turned out, APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) was on at that same time, attended by a strong political presence from Malaysia and the expedition added an extra refreshing flavour to promote Malaysia. This resulted in the expedition officials being formally invited to attend Malaysian-hosted functions, which also included a flag off from Lima by the Malaysia Ambassador, Ahmad Izlan Idris, and the Mayor of Lima, E. Antonio Meier Cresci on 28th November 2008.
From there they headed north along the Pan Americana Highway hugging the coast of the Pacific Ocean passing mainly desert and arid terrain to Ecuador, which turned into a contrasting green haven with fascinating people, then over the Andean mountain range into the wonderfully colourful and friendly Columbia. Once they dropped in altitude from a maximum of 4300m, into the low lands they wondered into the gem of a country Venezuela.
Now for the first time in Malaysian history they are venturing into Central America & Mexico, commencing end of April to mid June 2009 and will visit the countries of Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, Mexico and ending at Los Angeles in USA. This is a truly unique opportunity to see this fascinating part of the world in the comfort and safety of expedition vehicles and convoying (or caravan in Spanish). “This expedition will not only show the rich culturally heritage of the Mayan and Aztec empires of yesteryear but what is happening now and to see and feel the energy and essence of the people in today’s climate.” Says Linus Liew, director of expedition & scope.
Part 4 of World Explorer will start from Los Angeles in late 2009, heading eastwards along the southern states towards New York City and then northwards crossing into, Canada ending in autumn 2009 in Vancouver.
The final part of the World Explorer Americas Series will begin from Vancouver in spring 2010 then going northwards through beautiful British Columbia to Yukon and Alaska (USA), before returning along the Pacific Coast to USA, Washington State, Oregon and California to end this expedition in San Francisco.
From the United States, the expedition vehicles will be shipped across the Pacific Ocean to Tianjin, Northern China to continue into Russia heading towards Europe which will start the Asian and Europe sectors of the World series. Further on the exploration continues to the West and East coasts of Africa and onwards to the middle East before returning back to Malaysia. An adventurous undertaking for people with adventurous spirits.
For those like-minded adventurous spirited people interested in any of our future expeditions then please contact us at:
4 x 4 World Explorer, 242-C Jalan Ampang 50450, Kuala Lumpur. Tel +603 4251 2423 Email info@4x4we.com or visit www.4x4WorldExplorer.com
Dato' Muslim South America 2 Blog Report
Hola Guys
Dato' Muslim who first joined the Malaysian Independence Expedition in 2007 from London to Kuala Lumpur, subsequently joined the TransAfrica and then the latest South America 2 of the World Explorer Series, have written a very detailed account of the event from his point of view, with pictures etc of the entire route.
Well worth reading to know Viva South America 2 and Long Live Adventure
Click on the link below and enjoy !!!!!!
http://www.eastwest-overlanders.com/tblog/SAmericaII/index.htm
Dato' Muslim who first joined the Malaysian Independence Expedition in 2007 from London to Kuala Lumpur, subsequently joined the TransAfrica and then the latest South America 2 of the World Explorer Series, have written a very detailed account of the event from his point of view, with pictures etc of the entire route.
Well worth reading to know Viva South America 2 and Long Live Adventure
Click on the link below and enjoy !!!!!!
http://www.eastwest-overlanders.com/tblog/SAmericaII/index.htm
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Official Launch of 4x4 World Explorer - Central America & Mexico
Official Launch of 4x4 World Explorer - Central America & Mexico
4x4 World Explorer Cordially invites
______________________________________
to join us for the
Official launch
Of the
4x4 World Explorer
Central America & Mexico
At
EDEN @ Chulan Square
Jalan Bukit Bintang
on
16 February 2009
( Monday )
1500 hrs.
RSVP : Bee Heong Tel : 603 – 4251 2423
4x4 World Explorer
Central America & Mexico
Monday, 16 February 2009
1500 hrs.
PROGRAMME
1430 hrs. Arrival of all Participants & Guest
1500 hrs. Opening address by
Datuk Hj. Mohd Isa
Organizing Chairman, 4x4 World Explorer
Official launch of,
4x4 World Explorer
Central America & Mexico
Short note by,
Datuk Hj. Mohd Nor Bin Hj. Atan
Undersecretary, Americas Division
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Short note by,
His Excellency Jorge Alberto Lozoya
Mexico Ambassador to Malaysia
Short intro of the event by,
Mr. Thomas Foo
Expedition Leader, 4x4 World Explorer
Launch of June Yap’s “THE THIRD EYE”
Coffee table book and Presentation to VIPs & Participants
Unveil by VIPs of the Expedition vehicles imaging & Group Photo
Q & A session
Refreshments
1700 hrs. Function ends
4x4 World Explorer Cordially invites
______________________________________
to join us for the
Official launch
Of the
4x4 World Explorer
Central America & Mexico
At
EDEN @ Chulan Square
Jalan Bukit Bintang
on
16 February 2009
( Monday )
1500 hrs.
RSVP : Bee Heong Tel : 603 – 4251 2423
4x4 World Explorer
Central America & Mexico
Monday, 16 February 2009
1500 hrs.
PROGRAMME
1430 hrs. Arrival of all Participants & Guest
1500 hrs. Opening address by
Datuk Hj. Mohd Isa
Organizing Chairman, 4x4 World Explorer
Official launch of,
4x4 World Explorer
Central America & Mexico
Short note by,
Datuk Hj. Mohd Nor Bin Hj. Atan
Undersecretary, Americas Division
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Short note by,
His Excellency Jorge Alberto Lozoya
Mexico Ambassador to Malaysia
Short intro of the event by,
Mr. Thomas Foo
Expedition Leader, 4x4 World Explorer
Launch of June Yap’s “THE THIRD EYE”
Coffee table book and Presentation to VIPs & Participants
Unveil by VIPs of the Expedition vehicles imaging & Group Photo
Q & A session
Refreshments
1700 hrs. Function ends
Friday, February 6, 2009
Preparation for 4x4 Overland Expeditions
WORLD EXPLORER EXPEDITIONS
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY OK NOTES
A) BAG & BACK-PACKS
1 Day Pack with shoulder straps, multi pockets 1 Sponsored
2 Strong Bag with Rollers, Carrying handles 1
B) HEAD, BODY & FEET
1 Baseball Cap 1 Sponsored
2 Bandana 1 Sponsored
3 Round Neck T-shirt 8 Sponsored
4 Polo Collar T-shirt 3 Sponsored
5 Short sleeve Adventure Shirt with 2 pockets 2 Sponsored
6 Long sleeve Adventure Shirt with 2 pockets 1 Sponsored
7 Light Jacket 1 Sponsored
8 Winter Jacket ( water repelling ) 1 With Lining
9 Vest with multi pockets 1 Light weight
10 Cotton Short Adventure Pants with side pockets 1
11 Cotton Long Adventure Pants with side pockets 3
12 1 1/2" width solid leather belt (strong buckle) 1
13 Thermal Underwear (top & bottom) 2
14 Driving Gloves (finger feel) 1 Thin, soft leather
15 Cold Winter Gloves 1
16 Thick cotton socks (shin height) 10
17 Sun Glasses 1
18 Spare Spectacles (if applicable) 1
19 Sandals with strong ankle straps 1 Anti slip sole
20 Light leather/canvas shoes, ankle height 1 Mud Terrain Sole
21 High leather boots, shin height 1 Mud Terrain Sole
C) EQUIPMENT
1 Spare Car Keys 3
2 Waterproof watch with temperature, altimeter, compass 1 Suunto or Casio
3 Multi purpose tool 1 Leatherman Or Gerber
4 Hand torch / Head lamp with spare batteries 1 AA Batteries
5 Hand held CB Radio (UHF 477 MHz - 16 channels) 1 AOC Loan
6 GSM Hand phone 1 012 / 019
7 Strong garbage bag for water proofing, laundry 1 Thicker type
D) MEDICINES to be easily accessible
1 Personal medicines & Toiletries 1
2 Lip gloss & Sun Black Lotion 1 UV protection
3 Insect Repellant 1 Sponsored
4 Antiseptic Cream or Spray for bites, burns, cuts 1 Stingose, Burnol
5 Medicated plasters 1
6 Dehydration salts with Vitamin C 1
7 Anti Malaria tablets (to be taken before event) 1 Check with Doctor
8 Stomach upset tablets 1
9 Multi Vitamins e.g. Pharmaton 1
PERSONAL PACKING CHECKLIST - RECOMMENDED
THE
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Camping Checklist
WORLD EXPLORER EXPEDITIONS
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY OK NOTES
A) SLEEPING
1 Dome Tent with Full flysheet 1 4 - man capacity
2 Sleeping Bag for 0 deg Celsius 2 Hollow fiber, Duck feather
3 Waterproof Bed-roll and Air Pillow 1 8-10 mm thick
4 Ground sheet 1 9' x 12'
B) LIGHTING
1 Lantern with batteries 1 Spare Batteries
2 Head Lamp with batteries 1 Spare Batteries
C) COOKING
1 Tag box for cooking equipment 1 Strong walls, clips
2 Gas stove 1 Camping gaz
3 Water container ( 20 Liters ) 1 Jerry can
4 Pot, Frying pan, Kettle 1 Non stick, lightweight
5 Plates, Bowls, Mugs 3
6 Utensils, Cutleries & Knives 1 Stainless steel, wooden
7 Heavy duty paper towels for cleaning 2 Kitchen towels
8 Heavy duty rubbish bag 10
D) FURNITURE ( OPTIONAL )
1 Folding Table & Chairs 1 Aluminum
E) SUGGESTED CAMPING FOOD
1 Strong Tag boxes (Clearly marked contents) 2 Strong walls, clips
FLUIDS & VITAMINS
2 Drinking water ( 1.5 liter ) 12
3 Fruit juice ( 1 litre ) 3
4 Tea, Milo, Beverage 30 Sachets
CARBOHYDRATE & PROTEIN
5 Instant Cup / Bowl noodles 20
6 Rice ( 2 kg ) 1
7 Baked Beans ( 500 gms ) 3 Cans
8 Vegetable, Mushroom soup 6 Sachets
9 Sausage ( 500 gms ) 3 Vacum pack
10 Corned beef or Dried meat ( 500 gms ) 3 Cans
11 Sardines, Black beans fish ( 500 gms ) 3 Cans
12 Curry Chicken / Beef 3 Cans
SNACKS
13 Dried fruit (raisins) ( 2 kg ) 2
14 Cheese & Biscuits ( 500 gms ) 3 Sachets
15 Salted peanuts or cashew nuts ( 100 - 200 gms ) 20
16 Sweet biscuits, Muesli / Uncle Toby's Bars, Power Bars ( 2 kg ) 3 Different variety
17 Potato Crisp 10
CAMPING EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST
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Personal Preparation
WORLD EXPLORER EXPEDITIONS
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY OK NOTES
A) Personal
1 Completed Application Forms Original 1 1 set per participant
2 Photographs - Passport size Color Original 10
3 Int. Passport Color Scan 6
> Photo, Number & Expiry Page
4 1 page - Color Scan Color Scan 6
> Business Card
> MyKad - 2 sides For Malaysians Only
> National Driving Licence - 2 sides
5 International Driving Permit Photocopy 1
6 Medical Check-up Report Photocopy 1
7 Vaccination Booklet Photocopy 1
8 PA Insurance Policy Photocopy 1 for Reports Submission
9 Completed Indemnity Agreement Original 1 1 set per participant
B) VEHICLE
1 FIA AIT CARNET de PASSAGE Original 1 for Entry Permits
2 Vehicle Registration - 2 sides Color Scan 6 for Entry Permits
3 Authorisation Letter to use Vehicle Original 6 for Entry Permits
4 Insurance Policy or Cover Note Photocopy 6 for Entry Permits
5 Vehicle Photograph - front angle view 4R size 6 for Entry Permits
6 Equipment List - Computer, VCD, GPS Original 6 for Customs Declaration
C) VACCINATION
1 Hepatitis A Injection 1
2 Hepatitis B Injection 1
3 Yellow Fever Injection 1
4 Meningitis Injection 1
5 Tetanus Injection 1
6 Typhoid Injection 1
7 Malaria Oral Tablets 1
DOCUMENTS & VACCINATION CHECKLIST
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Vehicle Preparation
WORLD EXPLORER EXPEDITIONS
THE AMERICAS
4 x 4 VEHICLE : MINIMUM 2400 CC DIESEL / PETROL ENGINES.
VEHICLE PREPARATIONS : R = Recommended, O = Optional
A) FRONT END R / O Notes
1 1 pc Windscreen R Laminated MSG
2 1 unit Bull/Winch Bar R Steel/ Alloy c/w 2 Tow-eyes, 2 Jacking points
3 2 pcs Fog Spot Lights R 100 Watts Halogen (Spread beam)
4 1 unit Electric Winch O Minimum 8000 ibs
B) BODY SIDE
1. L & R Side-step Bars O Chassis Frame mounted c/w 2 Jacking points
C) BACK END
1 1 pc Can
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ……cont'd R / O Notes
I) CABIN
1 1 set ICOM VHF Radio R On-Board, 144 - 148 Mhz, 50 Watts minimum
2 1 set HYT / MOTOROLA UHF Radio O On-Board, 477 Mhz, 25 Watts minimum
2 1 set GARMIN GPS O Route Maps downloaded
3 1 unit Map Light O 5 Watts c/w on/off Switch
4 1 set First Aid Kit R Refer to separate cover
5 2 pcs Fire Extinguisher R Clip-on, 1.5 kg ABC Dry Powder
7 1 unit Cargo Barrier R Steel netting (for Wagons)
6 1 pc Small Hammer O Clip-on, Emergency Hammer painted in Bright Orange
8 2 units Hand Torch O Clip-on, Minimum 3-C cell size c/w spare batteries
9 1 unit Power Socket O 3-way Cigarette Lighter Power Outlet
10 1 pc Storage Net O Expanded Nylon Mesh on inside roof panel
11 4 pcs Storage Boxes O Waterproof
12 1 pc Bottle Tray O Wire Mesh to hold 3 x 1.5 liter Water Bottles
13 1pc Rubbish Bin O S-hooks to hold Rubbish Bag
14 1pc Note Pad O Plastic Sheet for Writing Pad & Pen
J) RECOVERY EQUIPMENT
1 1 set Recovery Kit O Chain, Trunk Strap, Snatch Block, Shackles, Gloves
2 1 pc Snatch Strap O 3" x 30' x 33,000 Ibs rated
3 1 pc Hi-Lift Jack O 1.0 m length and 6" x 12" Base Plate
K) SPARE PARTS
1 3 sets Spare Keys R 1 set for each member in vehicle
2 3 sets All Filters R Fuel, Air & Engine Oil
3 1 set All Tensioner Bearings R Fan, Air-con, Power Steering
4 1 set Radiator Hoses R Top & Bottom
5 1 set All Fuses and Bulbs R
6 1 set Brake and Clutch Repair Kit R
7 1 set Radiator Repair Kit R
8 1 set Power Steering Pump R
9 1 set Centre Bolts for Leaf Springs R if applicable
10 6 sets Wheel Studs and Wheel Nuts R Front & Back wheels
11 2 pcs Steering Tie-rod Ends R
12 2 sets Wiper Blades R
13 1 set Tire Wrench and Tool Kit R
14 1 set Fuel Booster O Sufficient for 23,000 Kilometers
15 1 pc Fuel & Water Separator O
16 1 set All Belts O Fan, Air-con, Power Steering
17 1 set All Brake Pads O Front & Back wheels
18 1 set Brake Cylinders O Front & Back wheels
19 1 liter Brake and ATF Fluids O
20 5 liters Engine Oil O
21 4 liters Gearbox Oil O
22 2 liters Axle/LSD Oil O
23 1 pack Anti Freeze Coolant O
24 1 set Shock Absorbers and Bushes O
25 1 set Radiator, Fuel, Engine Oil Cap O
26 1 pc Emergency Windscreen Film O
VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND REQUIRED PREPARATION, SERVICING WILL BE RECOMMENDED
BY THE EXPEDITION'S OFFICIAL MECHANIC PRIOR TO SHIPMENT.opy O Reinforced Fiberglass c/w Lock (Pick-up trucks)
2 1 pc Bumper Bar O Steel c/w 2 Tow-eyes, 2 hi-lift jack points
3 1 pc Jerry Can Carrier R Swing Arm & Lock
4 1 pc Jerry Can R 20 liters, Non-Static, Polyurethane
5 1 pc Pintle Hook or Tow Eye R Forged Steel, Top Open
D) ROOF
1 1 pc Roof Rack O 3/4 length of roof, steel or aluminum
2 1 pc Spider Bungee Net O 3/8" diameter
3 1 pc Canvas Cover O Waterproof Canvas
4 2 pcs Front Spot Lights O 55 Watts (Pencil Beam) Normal Spec.
5 1 pc Left Spot Light O 55 Watts (Spread Beam) "
6 1 pc Right Spot Light O 55 Watts (Spread Beam) "
7 1 pc Back Sport Light O 55 Watts (Spread Beam) "
E) SUSPENSION SYSTEM
1 1 set Upgraded System O Springs & Shock Absorbers
2 1 set Upgraded Bushing O Springs & Shock Absorbers
3 Check King Pins & Ball Joints R
F) TYRES
1 1 set New Wheel Bearings R Front and Rear Wheels
2 1 set New Brake Pads & Calipers R Front and Rear Wheels
3 6 pcs All Terrain or Mud Terrain R 31 - 33" diameter
G) ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1 1 set Serviced Alternator R New Carbon Brushes
2 1 set Serviced Starter Motor R New Carbon Brushes
3 1 set New Battery R N 70 Z
4 1 set New Belts R Fan, Air-con, Power Steering
5 1 set New Bearings R Fan, Air-con, Power Steering
6 1 set New Oils R Engine, Transmission, Axle
7 1 set New Fluids R Brake, Clutch, Power Steering
8 1 set New Filters R Fuel, Air and Engine Oil
9 Check Wiring R Electrical System
10 Check all Rubber Mountings R Engine, Gearbox, Exhaust
H) UNDER CARRIAGE
1 1 set New Oil Seals R Axles, Gear Box, Propellor Shaft
2 1 set New Universal Joints R
3 Check Drive Shaft Dust Covers R
4 Check Tie-Rod Ends R Steering Columns
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY OK NOTES
A) BAG & BACK-PACKS
1 Day Pack with shoulder straps, multi pockets 1 Sponsored
2 Strong Bag with Rollers, Carrying handles 1
B) HEAD, BODY & FEET
1 Baseball Cap 1 Sponsored
2 Bandana 1 Sponsored
3 Round Neck T-shirt 8 Sponsored
4 Polo Collar T-shirt 3 Sponsored
5 Short sleeve Adventure Shirt with 2 pockets 2 Sponsored
6 Long sleeve Adventure Shirt with 2 pockets 1 Sponsored
7 Light Jacket 1 Sponsored
8 Winter Jacket ( water repelling ) 1 With Lining
9 Vest with multi pockets 1 Light weight
10 Cotton Short Adventure Pants with side pockets 1
11 Cotton Long Adventure Pants with side pockets 3
12 1 1/2" width solid leather belt (strong buckle) 1
13 Thermal Underwear (top & bottom) 2
14 Driving Gloves (finger feel) 1 Thin, soft leather
15 Cold Winter Gloves 1
16 Thick cotton socks (shin height) 10
17 Sun Glasses 1
18 Spare Spectacles (if applicable) 1
19 Sandals with strong ankle straps 1 Anti slip sole
20 Light leather/canvas shoes, ankle height 1 Mud Terrain Sole
21 High leather boots, shin height 1 Mud Terrain Sole
C) EQUIPMENT
1 Spare Car Keys 3
2 Waterproof watch with temperature, altimeter, compass 1 Suunto or Casio
3 Multi purpose tool 1 Leatherman Or Gerber
4 Hand torch / Head lamp with spare batteries 1 AA Batteries
5 Hand held CB Radio (UHF 477 MHz - 16 channels) 1 AOC Loan
6 GSM Hand phone 1 012 / 019
7 Strong garbage bag for water proofing, laundry 1 Thicker type
D) MEDICINES to be easily accessible
1 Personal medicines & Toiletries 1
2 Lip gloss & Sun Black Lotion 1 UV protection
3 Insect Repellant 1 Sponsored
4 Antiseptic Cream or Spray for bites, burns, cuts 1 Stingose, Burnol
5 Medicated plasters 1
6 Dehydration salts with Vitamin C 1
7 Anti Malaria tablets (to be taken before event) 1 Check with Doctor
8 Stomach upset tablets 1
9 Multi Vitamins e.g. Pharmaton 1
PERSONAL PACKING CHECKLIST - RECOMMENDED
THE
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Camping Checklist
WORLD EXPLORER EXPEDITIONS
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY OK NOTES
A) SLEEPING
1 Dome Tent with Full flysheet 1 4 - man capacity
2 Sleeping Bag for 0 deg Celsius 2 Hollow fiber, Duck feather
3 Waterproof Bed-roll and Air Pillow 1 8-10 mm thick
4 Ground sheet 1 9' x 12'
B) LIGHTING
1 Lantern with batteries 1 Spare Batteries
2 Head Lamp with batteries 1 Spare Batteries
C) COOKING
1 Tag box for cooking equipment 1 Strong walls, clips
2 Gas stove 1 Camping gaz
3 Water container ( 20 Liters ) 1 Jerry can
4 Pot, Frying pan, Kettle 1 Non stick, lightweight
5 Plates, Bowls, Mugs 3
6 Utensils, Cutleries & Knives 1 Stainless steel, wooden
7 Heavy duty paper towels for cleaning 2 Kitchen towels
8 Heavy duty rubbish bag 10
D) FURNITURE ( OPTIONAL )
1 Folding Table & Chairs 1 Aluminum
E) SUGGESTED CAMPING FOOD
1 Strong Tag boxes (Clearly marked contents) 2 Strong walls, clips
FLUIDS & VITAMINS
2 Drinking water ( 1.5 liter ) 12
3 Fruit juice ( 1 litre ) 3
4 Tea, Milo, Beverage 30 Sachets
CARBOHYDRATE & PROTEIN
5 Instant Cup / Bowl noodles 20
6 Rice ( 2 kg ) 1
7 Baked Beans ( 500 gms ) 3 Cans
8 Vegetable, Mushroom soup 6 Sachets
9 Sausage ( 500 gms ) 3 Vacum pack
10 Corned beef or Dried meat ( 500 gms ) 3 Cans
11 Sardines, Black beans fish ( 500 gms ) 3 Cans
12 Curry Chicken / Beef 3 Cans
SNACKS
13 Dried fruit (raisins) ( 2 kg ) 2
14 Cheese & Biscuits ( 500 gms ) 3 Sachets
15 Salted peanuts or cashew nuts ( 100 - 200 gms ) 20
16 Sweet biscuits, Muesli / Uncle Toby's Bars, Power Bars ( 2 kg ) 3 Different variety
17 Potato Crisp 10
CAMPING EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST
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Personal Preparation
WORLD EXPLORER EXPEDITIONS
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY OK NOTES
A) Personal
1 Completed Application Forms Original 1 1 set per participant
2 Photographs - Passport size Color Original 10
3 Int. Passport Color Scan 6
> Photo, Number & Expiry Page
4 1 page - Color Scan Color Scan 6
> Business Card
> MyKad - 2 sides For Malaysians Only
> National Driving Licence - 2 sides
5 International Driving Permit Photocopy 1
6 Medical Check-up Report Photocopy 1
7 Vaccination Booklet Photocopy 1
8 PA Insurance Policy Photocopy 1 for Reports Submission
9 Completed Indemnity Agreement Original 1 1 set per participant
B) VEHICLE
1 FIA AIT CARNET de PASSAGE Original 1 for Entry Permits
2 Vehicle Registration - 2 sides Color Scan 6 for Entry Permits
3 Authorisation Letter to use Vehicle Original 6 for Entry Permits
4 Insurance Policy or Cover Note Photocopy 6 for Entry Permits
5 Vehicle Photograph - front angle view 4R size 6 for Entry Permits
6 Equipment List - Computer, VCD, GPS Original 6 for Customs Declaration
C) VACCINATION
1 Hepatitis A Injection 1
2 Hepatitis B Injection 1
3 Yellow Fever Injection 1
4 Meningitis Injection 1
5 Tetanus Injection 1
6 Typhoid Injection 1
7 Malaria Oral Tablets 1
DOCUMENTS & VACCINATION CHECKLIST
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Vehicle Preparation
WORLD EXPLORER EXPEDITIONS
THE AMERICAS
4 x 4 VEHICLE : MINIMUM 2400 CC DIESEL / PETROL ENGINES.
VEHICLE PREPARATIONS : R = Recommended, O = Optional
A) FRONT END R / O Notes
1 1 pc Windscreen R Laminated MSG
2 1 unit Bull/Winch Bar R Steel/ Alloy c/w 2 Tow-eyes, 2 Jacking points
3 2 pcs Fog Spot Lights R 100 Watts Halogen (Spread beam)
4 1 unit Electric Winch O Minimum 8000 ibs
B) BODY SIDE
1. L & R Side-step Bars O Chassis Frame mounted c/w 2 Jacking points
C) BACK END
1 1 pc Can
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ……cont'd R / O Notes
I) CABIN
1 1 set ICOM VHF Radio R On-Board, 144 - 148 Mhz, 50 Watts minimum
2 1 set HYT / MOTOROLA UHF Radio O On-Board, 477 Mhz, 25 Watts minimum
2 1 set GARMIN GPS O Route Maps downloaded
3 1 unit Map Light O 5 Watts c/w on/off Switch
4 1 set First Aid Kit R Refer to separate cover
5 2 pcs Fire Extinguisher R Clip-on, 1.5 kg ABC Dry Powder
7 1 unit Cargo Barrier R Steel netting (for Wagons)
6 1 pc Small Hammer O Clip-on, Emergency Hammer painted in Bright Orange
8 2 units Hand Torch O Clip-on, Minimum 3-C cell size c/w spare batteries
9 1 unit Power Socket O 3-way Cigarette Lighter Power Outlet
10 1 pc Storage Net O Expanded Nylon Mesh on inside roof panel
11 4 pcs Storage Boxes O Waterproof
12 1 pc Bottle Tray O Wire Mesh to hold 3 x 1.5 liter Water Bottles
13 1pc Rubbish Bin O S-hooks to hold Rubbish Bag
14 1pc Note Pad O Plastic Sheet for Writing Pad & Pen
J) RECOVERY EQUIPMENT
1 1 set Recovery Kit O Chain, Trunk Strap, Snatch Block, Shackles, Gloves
2 1 pc Snatch Strap O 3" x 30' x 33,000 Ibs rated
3 1 pc Hi-Lift Jack O 1.0 m length and 6" x 12" Base Plate
K) SPARE PARTS
1 3 sets Spare Keys R 1 set for each member in vehicle
2 3 sets All Filters R Fuel, Air & Engine Oil
3 1 set All Tensioner Bearings R Fan, Air-con, Power Steering
4 1 set Radiator Hoses R Top & Bottom
5 1 set All Fuses and Bulbs R
6 1 set Brake and Clutch Repair Kit R
7 1 set Radiator Repair Kit R
8 1 set Power Steering Pump R
9 1 set Centre Bolts for Leaf Springs R if applicable
10 6 sets Wheel Studs and Wheel Nuts R Front & Back wheels
11 2 pcs Steering Tie-rod Ends R
12 2 sets Wiper Blades R
13 1 set Tire Wrench and Tool Kit R
14 1 set Fuel Booster O Sufficient for 23,000 Kilometers
15 1 pc Fuel & Water Separator O
16 1 set All Belts O Fan, Air-con, Power Steering
17 1 set All Brake Pads O Front & Back wheels
18 1 set Brake Cylinders O Front & Back wheels
19 1 liter Brake and ATF Fluids O
20 5 liters Engine Oil O
21 4 liters Gearbox Oil O
22 2 liters Axle/LSD Oil O
23 1 pack Anti Freeze Coolant O
24 1 set Shock Absorbers and Bushes O
25 1 set Radiator, Fuel, Engine Oil Cap O
26 1 pc Emergency Windscreen Film O
VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND REQUIRED PREPARATION, SERVICING WILL BE RECOMMENDED
BY THE EXPEDITION'S OFFICIAL MECHANIC PRIOR TO SHIPMENT.opy O Reinforced Fiberglass c/w Lock (Pick-up trucks)
2 1 pc Bumper Bar O Steel c/w 2 Tow-eyes, 2 hi-lift jack points
3 1 pc Jerry Can Carrier R Swing Arm & Lock
4 1 pc Jerry Can R 20 liters, Non-Static, Polyurethane
5 1 pc Pintle Hook or Tow Eye R Forged Steel, Top Open
D) ROOF
1 1 pc Roof Rack O 3/4 length of roof, steel or aluminum
2 1 pc Spider Bungee Net O 3/8" diameter
3 1 pc Canvas Cover O Waterproof Canvas
4 2 pcs Front Spot Lights O 55 Watts (Pencil Beam) Normal Spec.
5 1 pc Left Spot Light O 55 Watts (Spread Beam) "
6 1 pc Right Spot Light O 55 Watts (Spread Beam) "
7 1 pc Back Sport Light O 55 Watts (Spread Beam) "
E) SUSPENSION SYSTEM
1 1 set Upgraded System O Springs & Shock Absorbers
2 1 set Upgraded Bushing O Springs & Shock Absorbers
3 Check King Pins & Ball Joints R
F) TYRES
1 1 set New Wheel Bearings R Front and Rear Wheels
2 1 set New Brake Pads & Calipers R Front and Rear Wheels
3 6 pcs All Terrain or Mud Terrain R 31 - 33" diameter
G) ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1 1 set Serviced Alternator R New Carbon Brushes
2 1 set Serviced Starter Motor R New Carbon Brushes
3 1 set New Battery R N 70 Z
4 1 set New Belts R Fan, Air-con, Power Steering
5 1 set New Bearings R Fan, Air-con, Power Steering
6 1 set New Oils R Engine, Transmission, Axle
7 1 set New Fluids R Brake, Clutch, Power Steering
8 1 set New Filters R Fuel, Air and Engine Oil
9 Check Wiring R Electrical System
10 Check all Rubber Mountings R Engine, Gearbox, Exhaust
H) UNDER CARRIAGE
1 1 set New Oil Seals R Axles, Gear Box, Propellor Shaft
2 1 set New Universal Joints R
3 Check Drive Shaft Dust Covers R
4 Check Tie-Rod Ends R Steering Columns
Central America & Mexico Recce
The 4x4 World Explorer Central America & Mexico will be launched on the 16th Feb 09 in Kuala Lumpur by the Undersecretary, Americas Division Datuk Mohd Nor Atan and His Excellency Jorge Alberto Lozoya, Mexico Ambassador to Malaysia.
Immediately after the Media Launch, Linus, 1$ and myself will fly out to do the 2nd recce for the event. Linus will check out the ground arrangements for Mexico, starting from mexico City going up north to Gudalajara, Mazatlan, to check the ferry crossing to the Baja California Peninsula.
1$ and myself will fly into Cartagena, Colombia to arrange the shipment of the 6 trucks left behind after the South America event, to Puerto Limon, Costa Rica. We are targeting to have the trucks shipped out on the week of 21st - 25th Feb. After the shipment has gone, we will fly into San Jose, Costa Rica and travel to Puerto Limon, some 350 kms from San Jose, to arrange with Forwarding Agent to clear the trucks out after 5 days of sailing along the Carribean Coast.
We hope to collect the trucks, store them in a warehouse at the port. We will use my trucks to recce the route from san Jose to Penas Blancas, the border town of Costa Rica and Nicaragua, to test clearing the vehicle into Nicaragua, customs procedures, costs, etc.
In Nicaragua, we will recce the route into Managua, where we have an appointment with the Mexico Ambassador to Nicaragua to work out final arrangements for the sector.
If time permits, we will recce into Honduras until hopefully Tegucigalpa. If not, we will drive back to San Jose, catch a flight to Managua.
Then, we will join up with Linus in Mexico to recce the southern part of the route from Mexico City to Oaxaca, San Cristibal de Las Casas and back to Mexico City.
We should get back to Los Angeles for our final appointment with the US Customs and Border Protection for formalities and requirements for land entry via Tijuana, mexico to San Diego, California.
Around the 6th March, we will stopover at Shanghai, to check out the scene there, as for the event, the group will spent 1 night at Shanghai.
Hectic schedule. Long Live Adventure and The World Explorer Series.
For details of the event, www.world-explorer.net is the place to go.
Thomas Foo
Immediately after the Media Launch, Linus, 1$ and myself will fly out to do the 2nd recce for the event. Linus will check out the ground arrangements for Mexico, starting from mexico City going up north to Gudalajara, Mazatlan, to check the ferry crossing to the Baja California Peninsula.
1$ and myself will fly into Cartagena, Colombia to arrange the shipment of the 6 trucks left behind after the South America event, to Puerto Limon, Costa Rica. We are targeting to have the trucks shipped out on the week of 21st - 25th Feb. After the shipment has gone, we will fly into San Jose, Costa Rica and travel to Puerto Limon, some 350 kms from San Jose, to arrange with Forwarding Agent to clear the trucks out after 5 days of sailing along the Carribean Coast.
We hope to collect the trucks, store them in a warehouse at the port. We will use my trucks to recce the route from san Jose to Penas Blancas, the border town of Costa Rica and Nicaragua, to test clearing the vehicle into Nicaragua, customs procedures, costs, etc.
In Nicaragua, we will recce the route into Managua, where we have an appointment with the Mexico Ambassador to Nicaragua to work out final arrangements for the sector.
If time permits, we will recce into Honduras until hopefully Tegucigalpa. If not, we will drive back to San Jose, catch a flight to Managua.
Then, we will join up with Linus in Mexico to recce the southern part of the route from Mexico City to Oaxaca, San Cristibal de Las Casas and back to Mexico City.
We should get back to Los Angeles for our final appointment with the US Customs and Border Protection for formalities and requirements for land entry via Tijuana, mexico to San Diego, California.
Around the 6th March, we will stopover at Shanghai, to check out the scene there, as for the event, the group will spent 1 night at Shanghai.
Hectic schedule. Long Live Adventure and The World Explorer Series.
For details of the event, www.world-explorer.net is the place to go.
Thomas Foo
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