Vehicle Requirements and Check List:

As discussed by Sid in our last meeting on 20/10/09

Could someone organise and send this email down to head office and make sure plans are put in place - if they can help us in anyway with the following issues?



Vehicle Requirements and Check List:

1. Vehicle Requirements: Vehicle needs to be in good working order and in good cosmetic condition with a valid MOT test certificate. Regardless of age. All vehicles will be inspected locally before the convoy travel date by VP member.(Remember we will be travelling 3000 miles. It would be pointless in taking a vehicle that will be ready to expire at the end of the journey. Broken down vehicles will cost the convoy inconvenience and time).
If vehicles are bought collectively, we should get favorable rates.


2. Vehicle Documentation: The vehicle will need to be signed off as permanent export. There is a part on your Vehicle License Document (Log Book) to fill out and send to DVLA. An accompanying letter from the registered owner should be attached stating the vehicle has been donated to VP. Please keep extra copies of all documentation as you may need to provide them to the relevant authorities along the way.


3. Insurance: Vehicle and health insurance cover will be required. If you have valid insurance cover this should cover you to drive through Europe. Health cover should also be taken out for those who wish to do so. (If this is done collectively we should get favorable rates).


4. Breakdown Cover: Vehicle breakdown cover should also be taken out for those who wish to do so. The convoy will have a Mobile Support Unit in the event of any emergencies.


5. Sleeping Arrangements: On the convoy you will be required to sleep on the road side as a worst case scenario. It may be possible for you to leave room in your vehicles for this purpose. In any case it will be required of you to bring along adequate sleeping equipment.

a. Tent 2/3 (depending on the number of people traveling.
b. Sleeping bag and pillow
c. Inflatable bed
d. Blankets

6. Clothing: Unlike the last convoy we will be travelling in various climates in a range of wet , hot and cold weather conditions. It is very important to bring along appropriate and sensible clothing and foot wear.(The majority of the time you will be sat in your vehicle).

a. Water proofs
b. Padded jacket
c. Fleeces
d. Thermal wear
e. Casual wear
f. Boots
g. Trainers
h. Slippers/sandals


7. Vaccination/Medications: As with all travelling be sure to have your jabs. Contact your GP and make sure you have been properly immunized and have all the certificates. If you take special or regular medication be sure to take extra supplies and take any special advice from your GP. You are also advised to take extra general medication as a matter of course.

a. Pain killers
b. Paracetamols
c. Asprin
d. Dyralyte
e. Influenza tablets
f. Anticeptic creams and lotions
g. Plasters/bandages


8. Vehicle Equipment: From the experience gained from the last convoy it is advisable to take various items and parts with you as this will reduce much inconvenience on the journey. Some of these items are law requirements in some countries.

a. Full set of service parts, spark/glow plugs, fuel filter, oil filter, air filter, pollen filter, oil, brake/clutch fluid, power steering fluid, screen wash, anti freeze, water, radiator sealant.
b. Spare fan belts, pulley belts, power steering belts, timing belt(please have your timing belt checked and changed if required).
c. Suitable jack and wheel brace, spare wheel, spare tyre.
d. Hazard warning triangle.
e. Torch lamp, spare batteries, fuses, full set of spare bulbs.
f. Tow rope/tow bar.
g. First Aid Kit, Fire extinguisher, 20ltr water butt with tap.


9. Additional Equipment: From experiences gained from the last convoy there are a number of items to take along to help the ease and smooth running of the convoy.

a. CB radio (10km range) .every vehicle on the convoy should be fitted with a CB radio. We had various communication problems on the last trip. These radios will be very handy in the event of emergencies.(The communications infrastructure of Gaza has been completely wiped out.250 CB radios will set up communication networks for the emergency services there).If this is done collectively we should get favorable rates.
b. AC/DC power Inverter(1000w/3000w). Every vehicle should be fitted with one of these. This piece of equipment has invaluable use for the traveler. Also this item will provide the homeless of Gaza with power supply for basic needs as the electricity can go out for 15 days at a time. If this item is bought collectively we should get favorable rates.
c. Gas Stove 2/3 burner. This item will be of use to those who wish to do some light cooking on the journey. This should be a heavy duty cast iron type. The main purpose of this item is to provide the homeless with cooking provisions for 250 families.
d. Communications. As we all know too well the cost of using a mobile phone abroad. 3G network phones enable you to use skype. With skype you can communicate around the world for free with another skype user.


10. Return journey: most people will be catching a flight back from Egypt. It is much cheaper to fly back from Sharm Al Sheikh than Cairo. If this is pre arranged with you group leader and block booked ,we should get favorable rates. It is NOT advisable to travel back by road, however if any one wishes to do so there will be a team coming back by road, Please be sure to put your name down on the list.