Personally i think the alternator is probably too small for all the heating stuff your running. Those accessories pull the battery down fast then doesnt have a chance to charge it properly once your...
Personally i think the alternator is probably too small for all the heating stuff your running. Those accessories pull the battery down fast then doesnt have a chance to charge it properly once your...
Is your battery OK. The alternator usually charges your battery which sits on float between the alternator and the load. Your load draws from the battery. Sounds like the load is drawing from the...
The diff lock solenoid is located on the passenger side firewall. The Blue wire with a White trace should have power when the diff lock switch is on. The Pink wire with a Black trace should have...
From memory when i was mucking around with mine the buzzer itself is built into the switch for the diff lock. There has been issues apparently before where these switches have gone bad. Maybe this is...
I think the compression readings are OK, and I think they will be better with valve adjustment too.
My opinion is to go for it, and your mechanic will most probably offer his advice too, but the...
Hey mate, guessing the old 2.8 is not so good then.
I'd do a compression test and hook up an oil pressure Guage if possible. Also a cold start should show up the condition pretty well and look...
i am hearing that ATF is better than 2 stroke oil.... mind you i haven't tried either, i run a moorey's diesel treatment supost to boost cetane rating and lube pump amongst other things
Can only confirm mineral instead of synthetic
I would start with a good quality diesel additive that offers a range of cleaning and lubricating advantages. Its pretty pointless trying to recommend one from Melbourne Australia, however have a...
This is one kit off eBay for a comparison in prices. So the X-treme may not be that overpriced when you consider where you are situated.
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Exedy should do a heavy duty one. They should also be able to supply a smf kit for you too.
For what its worth exedy use the same clutch plate in a lot of patrol clutches but just up the clamping...
I have an Exedy clutch. Early days yet as I have only done around 25000 Ks and no problem so far, but that has been mostly highway driving.
This thread has the answer you seek.
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?33003-New-clutch-which-one&highlight=solid+flywheel
Another pro for a solid flywheel is that it can be machined, but a DMF has to be replaced . If it were me, I would replace the DMF or fit a solid one while I had the gear box separated any way. Some...
So a little project I had was to sort out some charging points for the kids in the back of the GUIV for long drives. We need to charge the iPads and other devices. USB charging is all I need.
So I...
If your wheels aren't centre of the car, i.e too far to one side, you need to adjust the panhards, front and rear until the wheels are. If you dont have adjustable panhards, you will need them.
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had to post here in the minus 10 thread way too hot and muggy in Melbourne at the moment.
Ahhhhh feel better already lol
Hi Mate!
As a mate from your hemisphere I know that some guys changing :animierte-smilies-f RD28 to the QD32 or even to the some from Mercedes (OM603TD - 3,5 ltr).
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awesome write up mate
well done that man
Well done Matt you've thrown enough $$$ at it getting it to where it is now.
Now its time to get out and enjoy your minus 30-40 degree weather
BBrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
I think you could if you hung a left-hand drive sign on it. When are you coming over?:)
Great effort mate. can't wait to see your winter pics!!
Well done mate good job. Just 1 thing. The steering wheels on the wrong side:tease:
Good one Matt glad to to see you back on the road always happy to help out
Cheers Kimbo
i have been reading this thread since the start. Glad you have got it all sorted.