Notice: We request that you don't just set up a new account at this time if you are a previous user.
If you used to be one of our moderators, please feel free to reach out to Chris via the facebook Outerlimits4x4 group and he will get you set back up with access should he need you.
Recovery:If you cannot access your old email address and don't remember your password, please click here to log a change of email address so you can do a password reset.

Search found 165 matches

by swbpatrol
Thu Jan 04, 2007 6:18 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Roof rack for GQ SWB and Tacho problem
Replies: 1
Views: 160

Roof rack for GQ SWB and Tacho problem

Hi All I got an issue with my tach on my TD42 GQ shorty with it not working and when i hit a bump it just jumps has anyone got any experiance in fixing these and know where to start?? Also I am looking at a roof rack for my GQ shorty and i have seen the Rhino rack plus alloy rack option. Has anyone ...
by swbpatrol
Wed Aug 16, 2006 8:28 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: sliding window latch into aluminium frames? mav shorty
Replies: 8
Views: 368

Hi Marin I have the sameprob on my shorty the damn things are not very secure without the latch. At the end of the day its not a five sec job to re-weld the old ones in place. Another thing that annoys me with them is the fact that the to sheets of glass are not as close together as the factory ones ...
by swbpatrol
Thu Aug 10, 2006 7:30 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Number location?
Replies: 1
Views: 132

Number location?

I have done a search on tihs with no reply but i was wondering where the hell is the engine number located on the engine on a SWB TD42 GQ and how are you to tell what year the engine is from as im thinking of turboing

Chris
by swbpatrol
Tue Aug 01, 2006 6:26 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: splits on nissan
Replies: 2
Views: 229

are any sunraysia's out there that will not offset any more than a split as i need to keep wheel base to a minimum?
by swbpatrol
Mon Jul 31, 2006 8:59 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: splits on nissan
Replies: 2
Views: 229

splits on nissan

Just out of curiosity will landcruiser splits fit a GQ patrol? Just about to buy a trailer with them on and want to make sure they will fit if need be
by swbpatrol
Sun Jul 23, 2006 12:22 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: New Trailer Time
Replies: 5
Views: 487

im getting it from john papas in perth this is a similar model here http://www.papastrailers.com.au/custom-built/7x4-off.JPG THey recomend the 8x5 and you place both quads on ramps on top of the trailer and store gear underneath. I have been told the trailer weighs 360kg and both quads are around ...
by swbpatrol
Fri Jul 21, 2006 2:21 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: GQ SWB SAFARI
Replies: 8
Views: 539

what lift you running there??
by swbpatrol
Tue Jul 18, 2006 11:03 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: New Trailer
Replies: 1
Views: 168

New Trailer

Looking at getting a new off road trailer and was wondering what my car (GQ SWB TD42) would like towning. I have 2 quads and was thinking of getting an 8x5 single axel. I was looking and driving the quads on the side with ramps and using space under trailer for gear. My main concern is the weight ...
by swbpatrol
Tue Jul 18, 2006 11:02 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: New Trailer Time
Replies: 5
Views: 487

New Trailer Time

Looking at getting a new off road trailer and was wondering what my car (GQ SWB TD42) would like towning. I have 2 quads and was thinking of getting an 8x5 single axel. I was looking and driving the quads on the side with ramps and using space under trailer for gear. My main concern is the weight ...
by swbpatrol
Wed Jun 07, 2006 10:47 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Is bellhousing same from TB42 and TD42??
Replies: 5
Views: 505

the only difference in bellhousing is an extra hole for the starter which can be easily tapped
by swbpatrol
Sun May 21, 2006 9:58 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Nissan deals On STR Navara
Replies: 8
Views: 330

thanks mate for the advise
by swbpatrol
Sun May 21, 2006 4:50 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Nissan deals On STR Navara
Replies: 8
Views: 330

Nissan deals On STR Navara

Has anyone purchased an STR with the current deals with Nissan for a new STR costing 34k This is a big saving obviously on road cost would be a little more. If anyone has could they recommend and good yards in WA that will give a good deal. Also is it worth getting accessories with the car like ...
by swbpatrol
Wed May 03, 2006 8:20 am
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Vechile Auctions
Replies: 1
Views: 165

Vechile Auctions

Hi All
Was wondering if anyone knows of any other vechile auctions in WA except pickles and fowles. Did a google search and found nothing

Thanks
Chris
by swbpatrol
Tue Apr 04, 2006 6:10 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Looking for a hunjy
Replies: 1
Views: 143

Looking for a hunjy

Hi guys Lokking around for a 100 series at the moment a 4.5 litre manual preferble RV. Im looking for one with around 60,000 km on it. What are the common problems these have and what should i look for and what should i pay? The fuel economy will hurt for a while as i will be selling my SWB Diesel ...
by swbpatrol
Tue Apr 04, 2006 8:13 am
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: Looking for a hunjy
Replies: 0
Views: 156

Looking for a hunjy

Hi guys Lokking around for a 100 series at the moment a 4.5 litre manual preferble RV. Im looking for one with around 60,000 km on it. What are the common problems these have and what should i look for and what should i pay? The fuel economy will hurt for a while as i will be selling my SWB Diesel ...
by swbpatrol
Sun Apr 02, 2006 10:38 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Price Help
Replies: 6
Views: 367

Price Help

Hi guys was wondering if i could get some peoples opinions on what price i should put on my car as the price seems to vary so much around. Details are as follows 1989 SWB Mavercick TD42 220,000 Full Respray 31" BFG Muddies OME Suspension Snorkel, ARB Bullbar, 10,000 Warn Winch Rear Locker Aerotech ...
by swbpatrol
Sun Mar 19, 2006 9:26 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Brake problem
Replies: 3
Views: 266

just finally took the shortie for a test drive with the new brakes they feel shit and when pressed down hard start to grind what the hell is the go there. I am pretty sure they are bleed correct. I think it might be time to upgrade to a new GU :x
by swbpatrol
Sun Mar 19, 2006 11:24 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Brake problem
Replies: 3
Views: 266

anyone seen this problem before?
by swbpatrol
Sat Mar 18, 2006 8:14 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Brake problem
Replies: 3
Views: 266

Brake problem

Gday Guys Just swapped my brake pad on my gq shorty (disc all round) and i made the mistake of not draining reserveor while fitting and of course had some spillage. But while i was cleaning the fluid up i noticed when wiping the reserveor it would move abit away from the mater cylinder causing brake ...
by swbpatrol
Tue Feb 07, 2006 6:03 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: i might be converting over to toyota
Replies: 14
Views: 937

Well i have the shorty and a 4.5 hundred kills it mainly in the sand due to no turbo on the diesel shorty. And i kinda think if i spend more money on the shorty with a turbo i will get more power from a 80 series without modding it and putting the motor at risk of a costly bill. I have spent about ...
by swbpatrol
Mon Feb 06, 2006 5:49 pm
Forum: Cruiser / Prado
Topic: i might be converting over to toyota
Replies: 14
Views: 937

i might be converting over to toyota

Gooday guys I was hoping for some help on someone. Im in the market for a 4.5litre petrol cruiser either 80 or 100 series. A friend has a 100 and they thing goes anywhere. Im leaning more towards the 80 based on the money i have. I would like one with reasonable km's without gas but what is high km ...
by swbpatrol
Sun Jan 01, 2006 8:20 pm
Forum: General Tech
Topic: Camping trailer to accomadate 2 quads
Replies: 2
Views: 143

Camping trailer to accomadate 2 quads

Hi all I have been looking for a while for a camping trailer that carrys 2 quads on top and retains the storage in the box section and some how the canvas or pop top sits under the quads. Has anyone seen anything like im chasing here is something like it http://www.atvconnection.com/atvconnection ...
by swbpatrol
Fri Dec 09, 2005 7:46 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Rear bar help needed
Replies: 9
Views: 590

someone must have some measurements. Anyone????
by swbpatrol
Wed Dec 07, 2005 10:55 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Rear bar help needed
Replies: 9
Views: 590

any pics of yours??? Measuremnts???? Also what kinda pivot are u gonna use for your swing away carrier??
by swbpatrol
Wed Dec 07, 2005 10:21 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Rear bar help needed
Replies: 9
Views: 590

yeah its a start mate thanks heaps
by swbpatrol
Wed Dec 07, 2005 9:12 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Rear bar help needed
Replies: 9
Views: 590

Rear bar help needed

Gooday all I really need some confirmations on some measurements if anyone can help. Im builing myself a single tube rear bar (unlike cheezy's) with swing away carrier and have got some measurements and as many people have built there own they might be able to tell me im full of s*"t or correct ...
by swbpatrol
Sun Oct 09, 2005 8:40 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Grinding noise
Replies: 5
Views: 284

it can't be a big lift issue as i have a GQ Shorty with a pussy 2 inch lift and 31's and i get the damn noise most off the time
by swbpatrol
Wed Sep 14, 2005 12:01 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Rear Bar for GQ
Replies: 2
Views: 252

so there are measurements also of the kaymar bar
by swbpatrol
Wed Sep 14, 2005 8:00 am
Forum: Nissan
Topic: Rear Bar for GQ
Replies: 2
Views: 252

Rear Bar for GQ

Im lookin at building a new bar for my GQ and was wondering if anyone had any dimensons or pics of the kaymer bar(except pic on kaymer site) Also what have people been using when it comes to swing away pivet. Do they purchase it from kaymer or use something different

Any help would be great.

Chris
by swbpatrol
Wed Aug 24, 2005 7:26 pm
Forum: Nissan
Topic: SWB Parts info
Replies: 3
Views: 280

Holy Crap!!!

Phoned Nissan and they want $526 all up just for rubbers without bolts. That is pretty expensive.