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30th December 2014, 08:08 PM
#1
Delving into the 4WD scene
Hi all,
My name is Richard and I'm looking to purchase a second hand 4WD. I've been around 4WD's my whole life and am also a qualified mechanic. I enjoy the great outdoors, a spot of fishing and exploring new places. I figure a 4WD will allow me the freedom to explore some awesome parts of Australia.
I'm leaning towards a GQ patrol at this point. Any advice you guys could offer would be great. I'm tossing up at the moment between petrol and diesel. My 4WD won't be a daily driver (to train station only), will be used for small runs on weekends and longer 4WD trips away. What are the benefits of diesel compared to petrol? Is there anything else I need to know about the GQ? What about similar alternatives? As I won't be doing a lot of daily driving, is a petrol motor a sensible option? (I'm thinking the TB42E engine).
Thanks heaps guys for your response!
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30th December 2014 08:08 PM
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30th December 2014, 08:20 PM
#2
Welcome to the forum mate.
You certainly ask the big debate questions where everyone has their own opinion. Loads of info both on the forum and the web in general on Petrol v diesel and also on GU V GQ. It comes down to use and personal preference.
Go and drive both types and buy what you think suits you the best I suppose. Each have pro's and con's, but GU's are a bit more comfortable in my mind.
Enjoy.
Between Patrols ATM. Had a beaut GU with 6.5 Chev TD. Next is a GU ute with a 4.5 litre Cummins conversion and a camper on the back.
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30th December 2014, 08:40 PM
#3
Richard,
I'm sure you have your own opinion already, being a mechanic. People tend to gravitate to what they know.
I'm a diesel fan. Many a buyer has fallen for the cheaper petrol vehicle trap, then discovered it loves a drink. You might get away with it though, being a weekender. Petrols have heaps of power, and made easily. Best way is to suit your fuel type to the style of driving you intend to do (remote travel, lots of water, mud etc). Some fuels are more suited than others. Many a magazine has also done a comparison article/video.
The only thing I'll say about the gu/gq decision: I went gu because of the family (comfort) . If it was me, I'd go for a more basic 4wd. Less to go wrong. Even my 98 gu is now an old vehicle, and as I fix each problem I wonder what is next.
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30th December 2014, 08:55 PM
#4
Legendary
Welcome to the forum Richard. As others have said there is plenty of choice and you need whats best for you.
2005 GU IV ST 3.0. Snorkel. Roof rack. Awning. Spots. Welded I/C. Dual batteries & VSR. UHF. Barn door hinge extension. Roof top spot lights. Rear drawers. 2" lift. NADS. EGT and boost gauges. Trans temp and water temp gauges. Provent 200 catch can. Rear ladder
And crawling on the planet's face, some insects called the human race. Lost in time. And lost in space... and meaning.
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30th December 2014, 08:59 PM
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Patrol God
Welcome to the forum and a can of worms my honest opinion is a gq petrol even tho it will cost for fuel and later you can easily convert to diesel if you want.
2003 gu3 td42tdi sold 😞 bloody gvm towing crap. Bt50 3500kg gvm.
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30th December 2014, 10:12 PM
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Patrol Freak
G'day Richard welcome to the forum mate.
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31st December 2014, 12:34 AM
#7
In my opinion for exploring go for the older version, less things that can go wrong,
and diesel cause it has much better range on tank.
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31st December 2014, 06:17 AM
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Administrator
Welcome to the forum mate, feel free to ask any questions.
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31st December 2014, 07:39 AM
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31st December 2014, 07:58 AM
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Patrol God
Welcome to the forum Richard, hope you find your perfect Drive,
I would go a diesel with long range tanks and turboed if possible
as diesel is everywhere.
If towing look at the early GU 4.5s oodles of power but thirsty when pushed
Driven sedately fuel is bearable at maybe 18/100 k
04 ST 3lt auto, not enough Mods to keep me happy, but getting there
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