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Loyjwe

Loyjwe

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Planning to drive up north to somewhere near penang and ipoh. Driving a hyundai avante. Any particular servicing to be done before going? Anything to look up for? Searched forum and i read all abt routes but none abt things to do before heading up. Any advices? Will be going tgt wif malaysian friends so shdnt be a problem wif route and planning to borrow gps frm friend too. Any advice will be appreciated. Thanks in advance

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Loyjwe

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Hahaha. Other den that? Haf that as every week drive to jb.

 

Btw roughly how much toll to reach penang ipoh area anyone? Thanks

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Rustyz

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Sleep more, prepare plenty of snack and hot drink, plus mp3 player.

 

Car if u regular maintain nothing much to worry about as Malaysia is not that ulu help is everywhere just have plenty of rest and drive safe.

 

Do download the AES app to find where are the active AES and not contribute too much to our neighbor

 

 

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Pisces69

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Hahaha. Other den that? Haf that as every week drive to jb.

 

Btw roughly how much toll to reach penang ipoh area anyone? Thanks

 

 

Check yr spare tire n tools like jack, wheel nut wrench etc. U might need to do some minor repairs along the way like tighten screws nuts or bolts.

 

Toll rates r on websites of PLUS etc.

 

Better to break yr journey into 2 or 3 parts so u r well rested.

 

Important is yr tires r in good shape wh enough air. Brakes still good. Suspension not worn.

 

Usual is chk oil n water n all fluids b4 trip. Carry some spare engine oil n water in yr boot.

 

Dun speed if u not used to driving fast. Hv a stand-by driver just in case.

 

Get familiar wh using e GPS. It can b very distracting when u first start to use n it might distract u too much fm the other vehicles around u n the road conditions.

 

Bring sunglasses to shade yr eyes fm strong sunlight n keep yr eyes rested.

 

Enjoy yr drive. [drivingcar]

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2BDriver

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Must check :

1) Water Hose Condition

2) Any Leakage from Engine

3) All Brake Pad Conditions

4) All 5 pieces of Tyres Condition

 

Maintain legal speed limits along NSHW, be alert not only your front, your rear view are as important and drive safe to enjoy your ride fullest [cool]

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Loyjwe

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Thanks all for your fast n knowledgeable infos. Will note down all points and do so b4 my drive up. Thanks all so much. :)

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SVIT

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Most cars are capable of going up north. If you want to have a piece of minds, you can send your car to the automobile association to do a pre trip check. Doesnt cost much. Checkout their website.

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Raymondism

Raymondism

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Hahaha. Other den that? Haf that as every week drive to jb.

 

Btw roughly how much toll to reach penang ipoh area anyone? Thanks

 

try google lah

 

 

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13177

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Most cars are capable of going up north. If you want to have a piece of minds, you can send your car to the automobile association to do a pre trip check. Doesnt cost much. Checkout their website.

I believe shouldnt be any problem driving up north, as you also can see many malaysian cars drive down to sg. But most importantly ensure your tyre and engine bay hoses in good condition. You would not want your car to break down halfway.

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TVT

TVT

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Abstain from sex the nite before moving off, so you have more energy for driving the long distance. [:p]

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Ckchong8

Ckchong8

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Tyre pressure

refill water coolant

check wiper fluid

best after u change oil and servicing, ask the mechanics to check the engine, brake and alignment

Dun inflate but deflate 10kpa on your tyre pressure cause after driving for sometime the type expand dues to

hot air inside.

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Kangadrool

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Dun inflate but deflate 10kpa on your tyre pressure cause after driving for sometime the type expand dues to

hot air inside.

 

A big NO NO to deflate. You should inflate slightly more instead as a deflated tyre will create more heat buildup when travelling at higher speed over long distances.

 

Please remember you are travelling on the real highway now, not pseudo highway as in Singapore.

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