4WDing techniques

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Something I stumbled across a while back which covers pretty much most of the finer points of offroad driving.

http://www.pps.net.au/4wdencounter/4wdtech/4wdtech.html

- Drivetrains, transmission windup, high/low range, approach and departure angles etc.
- Driving Techniques Information on hand position, diff position, braking and cornering.
- Sand driving How to correctly drive your 4WD on sand.
- Hill ascent/descent techniques How to tackle hill ascents and descents.
- Rocky ground and Gravel roads Tips on how to drive on rocky ground and gravel roads.
- Mud driving Techniques for tackling muddy terrain.
- Watercrossings How to safely carry out a Water Crossing.
- Snatch recovery How to recover a bogged vehicle with a Snatch Strap
- Jacking How to use a Hi-lift jack and an Air-bag
- Tools and SparesTools and Spares