Agree with Winnie.
It’s the fact that something has changed which is of concern.
Agree with Winnie.
It’s the fact that something has changed which is of concern.
2006 4.2TDi ex-Telstra Remote area Camper. Patrol Sold after 11 years of ownership Replaced with 2006 OKA NT Expedition Truck. Cummins, Allison & lots of goodies
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AB (19th May 2024)
For sure, I’m definitely not saying it’s ok.
I might even just take it to an auto elec to properly check out to be sure.
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Like Dazz said my money is on regulator.
It happened in Toolangi when I first got the Gq and my battery looked like a balloon!
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If ever Suspect on an integral part, replace with new and keep the Suspect as a spare….onboard in this Adventure scenario
Will also immediately diagnose itself once the new part is installed
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FWIW: Been running Optima yellow tops D27 & 31’s for well over a decade. Not saying they can’t handle it but have never personally ever had a TD42’s alternator, Jaylec, Baxters, Quickazz ever go beyond 14.8v prior to sludge bastardisation or after.
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Unfortunately it looks to be the regulator which was expected.
Very lucky in hindsight as ive been driving it to work recently to ensure its reliability before the big trip so thats bloody lucky it happened here!
MB (21st May 2024)
Yep, always need some shakedown runs, even some small trips if possible.
1997 Blue Nissan Patrol Y60 blacktop TD42 - Honey Badger (build thread)
2006 White Nissan Patrol Y61 TB45 - G-Unicorn (build thread)
1997 Red Suzuki Samurai Canvas Top SJ413 - Tatui
2005 White Toyota Landcruiser FZJ105 - Stormtrooper
AB (22nd May 2024)
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