Greetings from a newby

[wildgu6]

Hello All,

Well I've taken the plunge, new Simpson 50th Anniversay Patrol has been ordered - can't wait for it to arrive.
Now to start looking for options for that big trip!

Cheers
Apollofish

So which way did ya go man/auto ??? either way congrat's mate and hope you get heaps of enjoyment out of it

[mudmav]

manual man thru and thru seen some bargains over the years but alas they were auto who wants a bloody auto no good for a serious 4x4 since hurting my back and now having tyo wear an orthotic brace auto would be the way to go and was looking for one but found a cheap manual (maverick) so thats it but now days the autos especially in diesal are just as good if not better than manuals ask the pros and you can add jake brakes to them they change gear themselves where if your dare on a long climb look out there is a lot more to it than meets the eye and they are heavy duty basically truck boxes in car .

[Rob Johnston]

Hey mate I'm new to the forums too. Get involved everyone is really friendly and happy to help with any problems you might have.

Cheers Rob

[DX grunt]

G'day and welcome to the forum. Glad you could join us.

Did you go with a manual or auto?

Either way, congrats on your purchase.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[jack]

Hi Guys,
Ended up going for the Auto, I started another thread and the majority was AUTO by far, here's a link:
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...012-Patrol-GU8
When it arrives I'll be posting some pics there.
Cheers
Apollofish

[jack]

Thanks Pete,
Yeap spend some time down that way, unfortunatly not nearly enough.
Already enjoying the site, very informative of someone like me
Cheers
Apollofish

[skidy04]

Welcome, Ive got one of both and i would rather drive the Auto even in extreme 4x4 mode as you have more control for the power. The only downfall is steep descents but closing eyes helps here.... :-)