Outer Limits 4x4 Board

I too go with the boat anchor.

When you pull it down you will say OUCH #":+ Lowdly.

You had better check the boxes and diffs as well.

Thanks all for your advice. :lol:
At this stage 5th gear is still working without any noise or problems and at the last gearbox oil change 8k ago no metal or discoloration was noticeable in the oil and the magnetic bung was clean. :armsup:
So as you have said it is probably the clutch springs and ...

Hi all my 4.2td patrol gearbox is making a growling noise when revs are below 1000rpm and has been doing so for around 100k.
The vehicle has done well over 200k now.
As it is the model that has the suspicious 5th gear I have thought that I should at some stage opt for a reconditioned box.
Now to the ...

:D I have a 4.2td Gu 2000 St model and it has towed an off road caravan around the block 3 times without any mechanical problems and has now completed over 200,000 ks . It has had a Motson stage 2 upgrade that bettered its performance and this was done before 20k .
The only criticism I have is the ...

Yep 11k sounds ok as long as it is not too scuffed etc.
Try the papers and any other on line selling with some good pics.

Great news hope you have no more troubles.
Be happy at least you got a Nissan dealer that came to the party. Most Don't.

Weeeel it looks like I'm a hangin on to the old GU 4.2TD for a while yet
A modern 3.6 td crd would be good. Lets hope Nissan don,t stuff it up with some weak part.

Put me down for one.
Would make my 4.2tdGu look a bit slow. Yeah I know it's slow already.
BUT I LOVE IT.

More than likely a dud battery.
Test the draw with everything off using a multimeter the draw should only be .1 or. 2 amps at max with the clock etc running. This can be supported for many days if the bat is up to scratch.

I had my local brake specialist do front and rear with so called off road pads and the cost was $400 which included flushing the system. The rotors however were in good nick. 4.2td Gu.

Shop around or do a google there are places that can legally put a third seat in the back.
Best of luck.

Will those that have had their Diesel's gassed respond with their findings on fuel consumption and power. How does the gas affect the heat situation?
Am considering gassing up my 4.2 TD Patrol 2000 Model.

Extractors assist in getting the exhaust away from the engine and are a type of exhaust manifold. They would give you a small increase in power and may improve fuel consumption marginally. Best bet is to see your diesel mrchanoc when you get the pump etc done and get him to fit a good quality turbo ...

The shut down shudder is normal. Over-run is not and is usually poor injector quality.
The low down grumble is also normal caused by the clutch springs and the thrust bearing system.
Most 4.2 Patrols do this and it is usually not a problem.
Mates one has 300grand on the clock and is still growling ...

The GU has two sensors on the bottom of the radiator one each side . One for the air con the other I am not sure about.
When the outdoor temp is up and the vehicle is working hard, towing or up long hills the temp rises so the sensor turns the air con off and when the temp cools down it will turn ...

;) On one of my vehicles I used a dolly wooden peg it worked well and if you happened on a huge bump it would fall off and the belt would work as normal , we just put the belt on as normal let it adjust then put the peg on.
If your belt is reluctant to retract clean with amourall or some such dash ...

I use Proma every time I do a long trip and it seems to keep the fuel system healthy.

I was under the impression that most pads had a wear indicator in the form of a groove that indicated when to replace them.
Just a thought, correct me if I'm wrong.

Hi all,
This may or may not help.
I had probs when I replaced mu GU sub tank with an aftermarket 85ltr tank.
Pump over problems occured too numerous to mention.
Fix was a combination of,
1. Disconnect the batteries via the negative terminals and leave disconnected for at least 5 minutes then ...

Definately a job for the experts, whip it out and get it checked./ balanced and jobs done.

Our 4wd club uses the haymen and in 10yrs I have not seen a pin bend. Most of these tow bars are rated to 3.5t and bolt directly to the chasis. When the s/strap is connected it should take up the whole interior of the hitch.
Too much inertia may bend the pin but this would be in EXTREME cases only ...

I also use the Haymen Reece for recovery. Plus I have an extra recovery hook on the front for even pulling.

Isn't it all about driving to the conditions.
If the sand is real soft then low pressures are the go.
If the sand is hard then 20 to 25 is the go.
If the sand is soft in places then 18 is the go.

At all times less than 80kph should be the go.



Just my thoughts.

Every post I have read on the subject reckons they are good and have improved the low down torque.
Caravanners report that It is a real help when towing.

I like the above dedicated power steering pulley idea.
The other way is to contact ox and see if they have a solution.

Thanks all it looks like I will stick to the standard filter.

Just askd on another site.

Is a K&N air filter worth the expense / trouble in a 4.2td GU.

Fors and agins would be welcome

What's wron with Valvoline?

I have been using it for years without any trouble.

get a decent camper trailor then you could buy anything that takes your fancy and even change vehicles enroute if you so desire.

Penrite Hydraulic oil.
Available at Super Cheap and many other outlets.