AB's new GQ is finally here

[MB]

You're back old mate:-)
GOLD, see us on the other side;-) !

[MB]

Well done guys. I was there in spirit!Did you find your side cutters AB?
Sorry to say; Your name was Mud after today's debacle Runner ;-) Just taking da piss mate, Glad bag theory was inconclusive. Too easy for anybody/me to fastidiously complain in your absence bro :-)

[Clunk]

You're back old mate:-)
GOLD, see us on the other side;-) !
Well you know, I like to slip one in once in a while

[MB]

Smart Arse :-(

[Rossco]

Thank you to everyone who has helped me get here and special thanks to mb, Nic and Rossco for their help today!!!

Doesn't seem to be any leaks, we did well!!!

Yeah went pretty smooth with only a few little niggles along the way the main one me chopping off the old boost line fitting and putting on a new one and mounting it up to the oil presure gauge!! WHOOPS they were identical hose and was sitting down by the oil pressure switch so kinda assumed , hmmm. . . Thanks to Markie had to get a new fitting from Lilydale then all good. Also when cranking starter wiring was getting hot and smoking due to bad earths and dirty loose connections, took us a bit but got it all sorted. Sounds good, nice and smooth but needs final tune, can't wait to see it once tuned nicely, its certainly very close now.

[Stropp]

hows the car going AB and whens the pizzup lol

[TPC]

hows the car going AB and whens the pizzup lol

What he said.

26th Nov would be good. ;)

[jay see]

hows the car going AB and whens the pizzup lol
????????????@AB

[AB]

My car is booked in tomorrow, it's killing me more not been able to drive it so fingers crossed tomorrow will be my happy it's all done day.

Yep, need to talk to the fun police gents, we have a ridiculous amount of things happening before Xmas. Mexicans seem to come out of hibernation and book weddings and all sorts this time of year.

I'll chat to the minister and let you know.

[MudRunnerTD]

I need you for a weekend bud before Christmas.

[AB]

I'm thinking 10th December?

It's going to be so hard for everyone's planets to align but my November is gone.

This date seems to be the only option before Xmas carnage?

Otherwise it's held off for a blistering Melbourne summer Jan?

If there's too much complication we might have to do a poll maybe.

[Maxhead]

My thought is we keep this off till next year as most are under the pump....but :)
Either way i'm happy for the 10th...LOL I'll be there

[Maxhead]

Otherwise it's held off for a blistering Melbourne summer Jan?



January = stinking hot , February could be snowing......hmmmm decisions decisions

[AB]

January = stinking hot , February could be snowing......hmmmm decisions decisions Either way I'm getting naked...

[MudRunnerTD]

Yeah I call Next Year too! Madness between now and Christmas for me. I am not sure I'm gunna get everything done before then as it goes now. Crazy busy.

[Maxhead]

Either way I'm getting naked...

I wouldn't expect any less...nothing's changed then :)

[MudRunnerTD]

Either way I'm getting naked...

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/69.jpg



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[AB]

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Stalker alert!!!

This one goes out to Darren Thornton....http://youtu.be/OMOGaugKpzs

[MudRunnerTD]

Stalker alert!!!

This one goes out to Darren Thornton....http://youtu.be/OMOGaugKpzs

In 1986 I was fortunate enough to sit in the 4th row, centre stage, to watch Sting for his Dream of the Blue Turtle Tour and saw him sing this song live. No one was aloud to stand at the front. Was Awesome!

[AB]

Dieseltec just called, engine is alive and running brilliantly he said!!!

Couple of small leaks from hose clamps not done up but that's it, we did well!!!

Can't wait to drive it home!

[Winnie]

Was just about to ask how it went. Has he given it a run on the dyno?

[mudski]

Dieseltec just called, engine is alive and running brilliantly he said!!!

Couple of small leaks from hose clamps not done up but that's it, we did well!!!

Can't wait to drive it home!
Woohoo the GQ'U is back!

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[macca]

Dieseltec just called, engine is alive and running brilliantly he said!!!

Couple of small leaks from hose clamps not done up but that's it, we did well!!!

Can't wait to drive it home!


Good news hope you have years of fun with it now.

[AB]

Thanks everyone, It's official, the GQU is back on the road and driving beautifully!!!

This engine seems to be very neat!!!

Yep I got a moderate tune so I can just get out and enjoy some camping time for now, I'll post up the results later on.

[mudnut]

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The look everyone gets after emptying their bladder on a Yota.

[AB]

...........

Confirmed turbo not leaking either!

[AB]

Sooooo good to be back in the GQU again!

[Rossco]

...........

Confirmed turbo not leaking either!
Moderate tune eh! ? Think I'd be pretty happy with that. Glad to hear motor is good thought it would be. What was the reason for exessive smoke, pump timing?? Not too sure about this GQU thing, might have to put that silver rocker cover on i think. . . Anyway time to enjoy the thing time to hit some tracks ☺

[AB]

Moderate tune eh! ? Think I'd be pretty happy with that. Glad to hear motor is good thought it would be. What was the reason for exessive smoke, pump timing?? Not too sure about this GQU thing, might have to put that silver rocker cover on i think. . . Anyway time to enjoy the thing time to hit some tracks ? I'm guessing incorrect timing of fuel delivery so the white smoke is unburnt fuel.

[Winnie]

Moderate tune eh! ? Think I'd be pretty happy with that. Glad to hear motor is good thought it would be. What was the reason for exessive smoke, pump timing?? Not too sure about this GQU thing, might have to put that silver rocker cover on i think. . . Anyway time to enjoy the thing time to hit some tracks ☺
Yeah I think the silver top is a must mate... Not liking the GQU name at all!

[MudRunnerTD]

Great result AB congrats mate and congrats to the forum for all the help provided. Well deserved.


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[Stropp]

great news AB let her rip, yeh realistically december is out for me for donk party :(

[MB]

Good news hope you have years of fun with it now.
Mia must be stoked mate! Is she bugging you yet since pulling in the driveway:-) That's one keen little camper folks, well done :-)

[BigRAWesty]

Well AB that's 2 good news stories for the day..
That's an awesome outcome for a "moderate tune".
Good to see its alive and well.

As for "the donk donk party' I think it's safe to say next year.for us too..
But if it happens before I'll be there.. Wife and kid free.

[Clunk]

just don't f$ck this one up hey



oh well done by the way

[mudski]

Yeah I think the silver top is a must mate... Not liking the GQU name at all!

No point dressing up in drag mate. We all know whats underneath. ;)

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[AB]

Well this is a first, my EGT's are too low.

Even pushing it in 4th up the big hill to home it only gets to 250 degrees.

[Winnie]

Well this is a first, my EGT's are too low.

Even pushing it in 4th up the big hill to home it only gets to 250 degrees.
Is there such a thing as too low?

[mudski]

Well this is a first, my EGT's are too low.

Even pushing it in 4th up the big hill to home it only gets to 250 degrees.

Thats a GU blacktop for ya! Lol. Mines the same. Well around that.
How does sit go?

[AB]

Is there such a thing as too low? nissannewby ;)

[nissannewby]

Is there such a thing as too low?

Yes. You want to maintain temperature for turbine drive. Andys wastegate needs some adjustment as it is opening to early thus loosing drive on the turbine and a subsequent boost drop. Also the tune is very lean. We dont drive very often if at all like a dyno is performed. So basically to low a temperature means you are losing response and efficiency. You want a safe max EGT. You can cruise at 350 degress with no issue even 400 degrees but you want the temps to remain stable. Andys setup has awesome potential to get this near spot on and it will be even better to drive even at his current torque/ power levels.

[Ben-e-boy]

Dont worry about it. Mine was about that when I came down for the knockwood trip.

[nissannewby]

Dont worry about it. Mine was about that when I came down for the knockwood trip.

250 Degress is his max temp even under load. The 197kw and 900nm run is very very good. You can see with the latest one his boost dropping from around 2500 this is also subsequently the same time the afrs lean out to like 22:1.

[Ben-e-boy]

250 Degress is his max temp even under load. The 197kw and 900nm run is very very good. You can see with the latest one his boost dropping from around 2500 this is also subsequently the same time the afrs lean out to like 22:1.

I haven't seen the latest sheet yet. I was just commenting on hill climb temps

[mudski]

Yes. You want to maintain temperature for turbine drive. Andys wastegate needs some adjustment as it is opening to early thus loosing drive on the turbine and a subsequent boost drop. Also the tune is very lean. We dont drive very often if at all like a dyno is performed. So basically to low a temperature means you are losing response and efficiency. You want a safe max EGT. You can cruise at 350 degress with no issue even 400 degrees but you want the temps to remain stable. Andys setup has awesome potential to get this near spot on and it will be even better to drive even at his current torque/ power levels.

This bit is very interesting Mat. I have always thought quietly in the back of my head about this. But I don't really have the knowledge to back it up....The boost on my Patrol drops off quick quickly, and there pretty much nothing after this. I was told by many it was because of the restricting intake. This is all changed, and the boost drops off just the same. Wish there was someone down here that looks into stuff this more. I feel like a dickhead when I go to a workshop and try to explain this and they just look at me with a blank face then chuck it on the dyno and just play with the pump.
I might have to take a week off and go for a drive north. Lol.

[nissannewby]

This bit is very interesting Mat. I have always thought quietly in the back of my head about this. But I don't really have the knowledge to back it up....The boost on my Patrol drops off quick quickly, and there pretty much nothing after this. I was told by many it was because of the restricting intake. This is all changed, and the boost drops off just the same. Wish there was someone down here that looks into stuff this more. I feel like a dickhead when I go to a workshop and try to explain this and they just look at me with a blank face then chuck it on the dyno and just play with the pump.
I might have to take a week off and go for a drive north. Lol.


There are a few factors that can do what you describe. It is most evident of a fuel pump setup. Most run of the mill pumps dont do much in the favour of supply and timing beyond 3200rpm. I could nearly guarantee this is about when your power levels and boost start tapering off. The other part is wastegate and its actuation. For best results you really need to run an electronic boost controller, turbosmart do some very nice ones. An electronic boost controller will see your boost hang on longer and be much more stable with the gate also setup correctly. With a electronic boost controller the pump will more than likely be the hold up. Once the pump is sorted then things like intake manifold and other mods will need to be done to maintain torque with a really nice torque rise.

[mudski]

Legend! Are those electronic boost controllers something that need to be fitted and tuned by a shop?

[nissannewby]

Legend! Are those electronic boost controllers something that need to be fitted and tuned by a shop?

No. They are very easy to wire up and setup. The turbosmart ones come with very good literature. Turbosmart gear is very high quality which is reflected in the prices. Be aware this will let you know if your current actuator is correctly sized.

I will also add to my comments above about fuels pumps. When I said fuel pump setup this is how they are setup on the bench. You will be lucky to tune it out.

[BigRAWesty]

This bit is very interesting Mat. I have always thought quietly in the back of my head about this. But I don't really have the knowledge to back it up....The boost on my Patrol drops off quick quickly, and there pretty much nothing after this. I was told by many it was because of the restricting intake. This is all changed, and the boost drops off just the same. Wish there was someone down here that looks into stuff this more. I feel like a dickhead when I go to a workshop and try to explain this and they just look at me with a blank face then chuck it on the dyno and just play with the pump.
I might have to take a week off and go for a drive north. Lol.


There are a few factors that can do what you describe. It is most evident of a fuel pump setup. Most run of the mill pumps dont do much in the favour of supply and timing beyond 3200rpm. I could nearly guarantee this is about when your power levels and boost start tapering off. The other part is wastegate and its actuation. For best results you really need to run an electronic boost controller, turbosmart do some very nice ones. An electronic boost controller will see your boost hang on longer and be much more stable with the gate also setup correctly. With a electronic boost controller the pump will more than likely be the hold up. Once the pump is sorted then things like intake manifold and other mods will need to be done to maintain torque with a really nice torque rise.
Out of curiosity with this, does a VNT setup eliminate this reduction seeing the veins are constantly adjust to max boost v air flow?

[mudski]

No. They are very easy to wire up and setup. The turbosmart ones come with very good literature. Turbosmart gear is very high quality which is reflected in the prices. Be aware this will let you know if your current actuator is correctly sized.

I will also add to my comments above about fuels pumps. When I said fuel pump setup this is how they are setup on the bench. You will be lucky to tune it out.
Yeah I have been looking on the Turbosmart website. I see they do High Pressure wastegates too. More stuff!

[nissannewby]

Out of curiosity with this, does a VNT setup eliminate this reduction seeing the veins are constantly adjust to max boost v air flow?

No. You are still confined to the limits of the housing in which the vanes operate in. Just like anything they are a compromise.

[nissannewby]

Yeah I have been looking on the Turbosmart website. I see they do High Pressure wastegates too. More stuff!

Shouldnt need a high pressure one. Their standard one with the 26psi spring combination will be spot on.

[AB]

You blokes should've put this in its own thread, some good info here!

[MB]

I'm sure that Admin bloke has the skills to recreate:-)

[AB]

I'm sure that Admin bloke has the skills to recreate:-) Maybe....lol

[MB]

Genius he is i says ;-)

[MudRunnerTD]

I'm sure that Admin bloke has the skills to recreate:-)

Nah he is Shit with Computers!!

[Clunk]

Genius he is i says ;-)
He'll only break the forum

[AB]

Still can't drive the car yet and it's killing me!!!

I think it's been 8 months since I could drive this car worry free.

One of the injectors is leaking which was the troubled one from the old engine and I thought it was just the seating of it but looks like the injector itself has issues.

Booked in next Monday to get sorted so no driving until then :(

[Winnie]

Yeah I can't blame you mate.
Very long time to be without your pride and joy!

[MudRunnerTD]

And the wait won't even be worth it.......

Nearly there mate.

[mudski]

Well mate. The GQU has certainly come along way....
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?2600-AB-s-new-GQ-is-finally-here&p=34308&viewfull=1#post34308

Do you reckon you could ever write down every single thing you have done on it? There'd be a lotta stuff...

[Winnie]

Well mate. The GQU has certainly come along way....
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?2600-AB-s-new-GQ-is-finally-here&p=34308&viewfull=1#post34308

Do you reckon you could ever write down every single thing you have done on it? There'd be a lotta stuff...

Looked better before!!!

[AB]

Well mate. The GQU has certainly come along way.... http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?2600-AB-s-new-GQ-is-finally-here&p=34308&viewfull=1#post34308 Do you reckon you could ever write down every single thing you have done on it? There'd be a lotta stuff... I think I'd cry if I worked everything out...

[Winnie]

Well mate. The GQU has certainly come along way....
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?2600-AB-s-new-GQ-is-finally-here&p=34308&viewfull=1#post34308

Do you reckon you could ever write down every single thing you have done on it? There'd be a lotta stuff...

He has completed his wish list though. Does that mean that work on the car is finished now forever????

[AB]

He has completed his wish list though. Does that mean that work on the car is finished now forever???? For the moment yes I am broke lol

I need to fix my intercooler up though, it's got a couple of leaks and the intercooler piping is steel and not looking the best.

[Touses]

For the moment yes I am broke lol

I need to fix my intercooler up though, it's got a couple of leaks and the intercooler piping is steel and not looking the best.

You'll be right mate, just sell the forum again! Don't have to wait 'til April 1! Bahahahaha

[gubigfish]

He has completed his wish list though. Does that mean that work on the car is finished now forever????

Theres always more on the wish list, just most of the time the $$$ required aren't there so things take a long time

[AB]

Thanks to Rossco for getting an engine crane for me. I waved it goodbye today, hopefully for good!!!

[AB]

Take 3!

Officially I am now back on the road trouble free!

Injector fixed and we did a test using Diesel Tec gauge and my pyro is exactly 50 degrees out reading lower so that explains it. This is a pretty new vdo gauge too.

I'm officially back folks :)

[jay see]

Good on ya mate.

No more blowing holes in blocks OK..

[Bob]

Take 3!

Officially I am now back on the road trouble free!

Injector fixed and we did a test using Diesel Tec gauge and my pyro is exactly 50 degrees out reading lower so that explains it. This is a pretty new vdo gauge too.

I'm officially back folks :)

OK now for some advice from the silly old man.

Remove the Turbo
Remove the Lift'
Put on Road Tyres
Drive like a 80 year old man

That will make it last until you are my age

LMFAO

[AB]

OK now for some advice from the silly old man. Remove the Turbo Remove the Lift' Put on Road Tyres Drive like a 80 year old man That will make it last until you are my age LMFAO You were young once too Bob, I'm sure you chased the power in your ummm Penny-farthing...lmao. Sorry you left that open for me :(

[Bob]

You were young once too Bob, I'm sure you chased the power in your ummm Penny-farthing...lmao. Sorry you left that open for me :(

It was Black and was a T Model Ford LOL

[AB]

It was Black and was a T Model Ford LOL Miss my xf ute, 351 short block, 4 speed top loader. I was 19 and had the beast!!!

[Plasnart]

It was Black and was a T Model Ford LOL

But sh!t it boogied!!

[Plasnart]

But sh!t it boogied!!

Clipped from "Bob's buildup" thread:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFSGSL3Nrmc

[nissannewby]

Take 3!

Officially I am now back on the road trouble free!

Injector fixed and we did a test using Diesel Tec gauge and my pyro is exactly 50 degrees out reading lower so that explains it. This is a pretty new vdo gauge too.

I'm officially back folks :)

Was it out 50 degrees across the entire operating range or at a held temperature? Also you didnt happen the shorten any of the wiring that comes pre wired to the thermo couple?

[AB]

Was it out 50 degrees across the entire operating range or at a held temperature? Also you didnt happen the shorten any of the wiring that comes pre wired to the thermo couple? I knew you would ask that, nope didn't touch it, I understand the wiring is set for that length.

Yeah across 4 different readings low to highish was 45-50 degrees lesser so at least it's consistent.

[nissannewby]

I knew you would ask that, nope didn't touch it, I understand the wiring is set for that length.

Yeah across 4 different readings low to highish was 45-50 degrees lesser so at least it's consistent.

In exactly the same spot in the exhaust?

[firm351]

Miss my xf ute, 351 short block, 4 speed top loader. I was 19 and had the beast!!!
Would of went even beterer with heads on that short block[emoji6]

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[AB]

In exactly the same spot in the exhaust? Yep.......

[nissannewby]

Yep.......

All good then. Even 50mm further down or up the pipe can cause temperature dfferentials.

[BigRAWesty]

Good to hear AB.
Hopefully that's a lot of weight off your shoulders

[AB]

I'm looking forward to some trips next year folks. Feels like a dream to have a car again!

I've been chatting to a lot people lately how we are all just too busy to get out regularly.

2017, we should aim for quick no fuss weekends and find local camp spots easy for most to get to without a heap of bashing cars and more camping and enjoying getting away from life to be honest folks.

Even quick well organised Saturday morning meet ups, one nighters every month or two.

Kind of pointless doing so much to our Patrols and not getting out enough!!

[Plasnart]

Kind of pointless doing so much to our Patrols and not getting out enough!!

Mine's covered in dust. Tempted to market it again! Could do with the cashola and downsize into a GQ!

[AB]

Mine's covered in dust. Tempted to market it again! Could do with the cashola and upsize into a GQ!

Just fixed your post Plassy... ;)

[Winnie]

Yeah I've been tempted a few times this year to sell it. But would not get near enough to make it worth selling so looks like I'm stuck with it forever!
Mine is all up and running sweet as at the moment too so I'm keen for a few getaways next year for sure!

[AB]

Yeah I've been tempted a few times this year to sell it. But would not get near enough to make it worth selling so looks like I'm stuck with it forever! Mine is all up and running sweet as at the moment too so I'm keen for a few getaways next year for sure! Wtf are you talking about?

Selling?

[Winnie]

I'm looking forward to some trips next year folks. Feels like a dream to have a car again!

I've been chatting to a lot people lately how we are all just too busy to get out regularly.

2017, we should aim for quick no fuss weekends and find local camp spots easy for most to get to without a heap of bashing cars and more camping and enjoying getting away from life to be honest folks.

Even quick well organised Saturday morning meet ups, one nighters every month or two.

Kind of pointless doing so much to our Patrols and not getting out enough!!


Wtf are you talking about?

Selling?
Err it all makes sense to me!

[AB]

Err it all makes sense to me! Considering selling the beast mate?

[Winnie]

Considering selling the beast mate?
It crossed my mind a few times.
But definitely not!

[Stropp]

Considering selling the beast mate?

@ Winnie $35 ? 😜

[Sir Roofy]

@ Winnie $35 ? 😜

Pension is in ill up the anti $100

[mudnut]

I'll make a better offer: Two jars of pure Aussie Yellow Box honey.

[AB]

Passenger side inner axle seal is leaking pretty bad ever since Ellis Track.

Leak is pretty bad, oil caked all over ball joint and flowing down even after the seal was replaced.

Suspected diff bent?

In this situation what's the best thing to do with limited funds for a few months?

Just keep diff oil topped up and suck it up?
nissannewby

You mentioned a while ago there's a different seal you can buy which may help, do you have any info on that seal mate?

[rusty_nail]

Passenger side inner axle seal is leaking pretty bad ever since Ellis Track.

Leak is pretty bad, oil caked all over ball joint and flowing down even after the seal was replaced.

Suspected diff bent?

In this situation what's the best thing to do with limited funds for a few months?

Just keep diff oil topped up and suck it up?
nissannewby

You mentioned a while ago there's a different seal you can buy which may help, do you have any info on that seal mate?
Time to sell mate, I'll offer you a pineapple

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[BigRAWesty]

If the diff is dent nothing will work.
If the axle has a worn spot you can get different seals.
First place I'd take it to is an alignment joint.
They'll be able to tell you if it's bent or not.

If it is, gu diff..
If it's not, rebuild with the better seals.

[mudski]

Passenger side inner axle seal is leaking pretty bad ever since Ellis Track.

Leak is pretty bad, oil caked all over ball joint and flowing down even after the seal was replaced.

Suspected diff bent?

In this situation what's the best thing to do with limited funds for a few months?

Just keep diff oil topped up and suck it up?
nissannewby

You mentioned a while ago there's a different seal you can buy which may help, do you have any info on that seal mate?
Yours too! Mines leaking aswell. Even after changing the seal... My RHS was really bad but I changed the CV a while back and it hasn't leaked since. Now the left is leaking. I reckon mine is just from lack of use. Lol.

Time to sell mate, I'll offer you a pineapple


Atleast offer a jolly green giant mate, considering all the work he's put into it lately... Lol.

[MudRunnerTD]

If the diff is dent nothing will work.
If the axle has a worn spot you can get different seals.
First place I'd take it to is an alignment joint.
They'll be able to tell you if it's bent or not.

If it is, gu diff..
If it's not, rebuild with the better seals.

I second this.

If it is not leaving a puddle beside the tyre every day then it's a slow leak and just keep an eye on it. If the diff housing is bent then a GU front diff is a No Brainer.

Got any pics? Give it a good wipe clean then give it a day or two and have a look.

[AB]

...........

[MudRunnerTD]

Thats interesting AB, who rebuilt your front diff? Wipe that clean mate and monitor it. Normally when the inner axle seal is gone it will weep and drip straight down, that looks like a build up of Grease not Diff Oil. a big seal leak will splatter the inside of the tyre too.

[Winnie]

Thats interesting AB, who rebuilt your front diff? Wipe that clean mate and monitor it. Normally when the inner axle seal is gone it will weep and drip straight down, that looks like a build up of Grease not Diff Oil. a big seal leak will splatter the inside of the tyre too.
Definitely looks different to when mine was leaking from there. I had oil all over the inside of my tyre too.

[gubigfish]

My GQ wagon used to do that, don't believe there was any issue or the mechanics I were using didn't think there was anyways.

[Ben-e-boy]

Easiest way to tell if the front diff is bent is camber and the uneven wear on the tyres from that.

The best way to check if the diff is bent is to strip it down and use an axle housing allignment bar.

Something like this

http://www.chassisunlimited.com/store/tools/axle-alignment-bars/ce-9905.html

[Clunk]

doesn't look like a major leak to me, very small hence the build of of gunk with dust n sh!t.

As MR and Winnie said, a bad leak would be splatter your inner tyres too.







P.S. you worry too much

[AB]

Yeah it is grease. But that was cleaned before.

[Stropp]

Yeah it is grease. But that was cleaned before.

Clean it again 🙄

[MB]

Luve ya mate, just drive the bastard :-) !!

[AB]

Clean it again All clean...lol

Even just turning the wheel grease comes back on the ball joint.

Noticed that hub was pretty stiff to lock too.

Cv issues?

[Clunk]

All clean...lol

Even just turning the wheel grease comes back on the ball joint.

Noticed that hub was pretty stiff to lock too.

Cv issues?
Too much grease

[Ben-e-boy]

Too much grease

Yep........

[Clunk]

Yep........
are you being sarcastic? Or was I actually correct for once?

[BigRAWesty]

are you being sarcastic? Or was I actually correct for once?
Nup..
After seeing that pic she's been over greased.
So when it's all heated up its pushed out.
And now when cold it's to much for the seal to wipe away..

[AB]

So can someone confirm happy AB driving lol

[AB]

Because after 9 months of shit, today, I moved all of the crap out of my carport and I officially have old GQ sitting here! I could've had another "bastard" child in that time!

[Ben-e-boy]

are you being sarcastic? Or was I actually correct for once?

Yeah I was agreeing. If I'm not mistaken that was your 3rd correct and helpful post.

[TPC]

are you being sarcastic? Or was I actually correct for once?


Yeah I was agreeing. If I'm not mistaken that was your 3rd correct and helpful post.

Do they still have that show "Ripley's Believe It Or Not"?

[AB]

Do they still have that show "Ripley's Believe It Or Not"? It was canned years ago but rumour has it they're watching NissanPatrol.com.au and a sequel on the horizon.

[Clunk]

Because after 9 months of shit, today, I moved all of the crap out of my carport and I officially have old GQ sitting here! I could've had another "bastard" child in that time!
I've been thinking about trading in the old Q for a Navara

[AB]

I've been thinking about trading in the old Q for a Navara ..........

[Clunk]

A nice ST-x 550

[Clunk]

Or even a nice ford ranger wildtrack

[TPC]

I've been thinking about trading in the old Q for a Navara


A nice ST-x 550


Or even a nice ford ranger wildtrack

Before you take the plunge maybe you should try wearing a skirt for a week to see if the lifestyle change will suit you.

[Clunk]

Before you take the plunge maybe you should try wearing a skirt for a week to see if the lifestyle change will suit you.
I don't see what difference a week on top of a lifetime will make

[AB]

Official post #4

Had the morning free so Rossco, MB and I went for a little drive for 5 hours and it drove great and 100% no turbo leaking so I can hopefully try to forget about that and be confident this turbo is reliable!

Actually went "offroading" today, first time in 9 months!!!

Coming down a pretty long, steep and tight descent we were met with 6 trail bikers who where at the bottom of the hill and didn't wait for us and continued up the climb with no room next to us they all screamed up the hill mm away from my car throwing up rocks, etc. Absolute muppets and after the first few came past me I was very tempted to run the rest over, disrespectful little buggers!!!

[MB]

I'd check your undercarriage if I were you mate....I counted 7 ;-)

[Rossco]

Yeah was good, thanks haven't been out for ages. We really are lucky having such nice bush so close although toolangi can get busy and there's always a few Muppets to be found like those dudes shooting near the track where we stopped - scared my poor little doggie.

Was still good found some nice areas further or the back which was nice. Was good to go for a spin in the GQ they both semmed to behave themselves as they should. ☺

[AB]

Yeah was good, thanks haven't been out for ages. We really are lucky having such nice bush so close although toolangi can get busy and there's always a few Muppets to be found like those dudes shooting near the track where we stopped - scared my poor little doggie. Was still good found some nice areas further or the back which was nice. Was good to go for a spin in the GQ they both semmed to behave themselves as they should. ? It was nerve racking driving up the slide going past where my engine blew....lol

[Winnie]

Did you guys get any pics?

[nissannewby]

Passenger side inner axle seal is leaking pretty bad ever since Ellis Track.

Leak is pretty bad, oil caked all over ball joint and flowing down even after the seal was replaced.

Suspected diff bent?

In this situation what's the best thing to do with limited funds for a few months?

Just keep diff oil topped up and suck it up?
nissannewby

You mentioned a while ago there's a different seal you can buy which may help, do you have any info on that seal mate?

Does it smell like gear oil or grease?

[nissannewby]

Because after 9 months of shit, today, I moved all of the crap out of my carport and I officially have old GQ sitting here! I could've had another "bastard" child in that time!

Did you do anything with the crap or just move it to another spot :p

[Winnie]

Did you do anything with the crap or just move it to another spot :p
It's in the garden now

[MB]

Did you guys get any pics?
Unfortunately/Deliberately not :-(
We've been meaning to talk to taslucas about an idea for his ventures:-)

[AB]

Does it smell like gear oil or grease? It smelt like grease to me.

[AB]

Did you do anything with the crap or just move it to another spot :p Relocation lol

[Rossco]

Did you guys get any pics?
Only got a few unfortunately.

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/249.jpg

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2016/11/250.jpg

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[Winnie]

Yeah nice, love a good shed skid!

[Stropp]

So can someone confirm happy AB driving lol

Yes I can confirm, mind you I don't know but I can confirm 😝

[AB]

Only got a few unfortunately. Nothing better than a two car convoy, covered a lot of area and no fuss!

I wouldn't be surprised if Toolangi gets closed in the future though.

[AB]

Still what looks like to me grease coming out of the ball joint after a clean and drive.

As mentioned above, over greased so do I need to do anything or just enjoy the greeezy love?

[Kimbo63]

Still what looks like to me grease coming out of the ball joint after a clean and drive.

As mentioned above, over greased so do I need to do anything or just enjoy the greeezy love?
Enjoy mate

[nissannewby]

AB

Update mate. How is she all going? Driveability etc.

[AB]

AB Update mate. How is she all going? Driveability etc. Just drove a total of 10 hours with off-roading and long steep climbs and hot weather.

Runs a lot cooler than my old one. Temps are perfect!

It just pulls up hills like a dream!

Even our worst section heading up a long steep 4wd track very rutted for at least 10minutes solid powering up in 2nd low at 2200 only got to 95 degrees and EGT was 400.

Had similar temps as above on other hills when lagging around 1900rpm so if you keep it spooling at 2200 to 3000 it loves it!

Engine seems great, turbo is sensational in the high country, many times I hit big hills not concentrating in 2nd and should've been in first and the turbo spools up to 2200 with no lagging and next minute your charging up the hill.

Absolutely blew marks Mrs GU ht18 away on the black stuff windy steep hills with Marks car to the boards and mine 1/3 pedal.

[MB]

It was super impressive Mat !
Very hot dry ambient temps and super steep very long climbs he had zero stress!! From what I could see vertically above on the tracks there was no crazy wheelspinning and his power appeared very tamable of which I had grandpa worries with such a beast.
Job well done gents, you've all nailed it I reckon :-) !!

[Winnie]

It was super impressive Mat !
Very hot dry ambient temps and super steep very long climbs he had zero stress!! From what I could see vertically above on the tracks there was no crazy wheelspinning and his power appeared very tamable of which I had grandpa worries with such a beast.
Job well done gents, you've all nailed it I reckon :-) !!
He will still stress about it though!
Glad to hear it is all going perfectly Andy! Time to enjoy this beast you have created now with no more hassles!

[Rossco]

Sounds like it's going great AB good to hear, yep now time to enjoy the thing. Looks like you guys had a good time certainly world have been good weather for it. Funny woods point doesn't get to busy this time is year, tis good tho reckon the bottom end towards kevington / jameson would be pretty chockers. . .

[AB]

Sounds like it's going great AB good to hear, yep now time to enjoy the thing. Looks like you guys had a good time certainly world have been good weather for it. Funny woods point doesn't get to busy this time is year, tis good tho reckon the bottom end towards kevington / jameson would be pretty chockers. . . It is funny mate, remember when Dazz and I went there on oz weekend and it was pretty much the same. Very interesting!

Thanks for looking after the princesses ;)

[Rossco]

It is funny mate, remember when Dazz and I went there on oz weekend and it was pretty much the same. Very interesting!

Thanks for looking after the princesses ;)
No dramas, jack is crazy loves his little rock game launching himself off the deck through the rails haha . . . Crazy jack russells. . .

[AB]

He will still stress about it though! Glad to hear it is all going perfectly Andy! Time to enjoy this beast you have created now with no more hassles! Oil levels are fine so my fear of turbo leaking are diminishing..lol

I still have a cringe when I'm lagging up a hill waiting for a bang but that will hopefully subside in due course ;)

[mudski]

Still what looks like to me grease coming out of the ball joint after a clean and drive.

As mentioned above, over greased so do I need to do anything or just enjoy the greeezy love?
Change the axel seal and be done with it. If you havent already get yourself a oil seal installation tool, about $30 on fleabay, and a good oil seal pick.
If have both you can use if you dont have them.

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[mudski]

Just drove a total of 10 hours with off-roading and long steep climbs and hot weather.

Runs a lot cooler than my old one. Temps are perfect!

It just pulls up hills like a dream!

Even our worst section heading up a long steep 4wd track very rutted for at least 10minutes solid powering up in 2nd low at 2200 only got to 95 degrees and EGT was 400.

Had similar temps as above on other hills when lagging around 1900rpm so if you keep it spooling at 2200 to 3000 it loves it!

Engine seems great, turbo is sensational in the high country, many times I hit big hills not concentrating in 2nd and should've been in first and the turbo spools up to 2200 with no lagging and next minute your charging up the hill.

Absolutely blew marks Mrs GU ht18 away on the black stuff windy steep hills with Marks car to the boards and mine 1/3 pedal.

Its great having power on tap hey! My car fully loaded at 3.18t and dragging a 1.7t camper i rarely had to reach for 4th on hills. But i only did actually because last time i did this same trip i cooked the gear oil because the 5th gear loving and couldnt change gears when coming into towns. So i now drop it back to 4th and ease off a little.
The only slight issue is i have to clean the back of the car and front of the camper from black soot. Lol.

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[AB]

Change the axel seal and be done with it. If you havent already get yourself a oil seal installation tool, about $30 on fleabay, and a good oil seal pick. If have both you can use if you dont have them. Sent from my GT-N7105T using Tapatalk It was leaking after a little front wheel airtime on Ellis track, seal was replaced and it started leaking again a month later.

I'll get the seal done again and fingers crossed!

[mudski]

It was leaking after a little front wheel airtime on Ellis track, seal was replaced and it started leaking again a month later.

I'll get the seal done again and fingers crossed!
Yeah i found them to be a pain. I reckon ive changed the rhs three times.before if finally stopped. Now the lhs has decided to start. Not a lot, probably the same as yours, bit enough to annoy me as i know its not right.

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[BigRAWesty]

Soo..
Whens the party?
Ive got 5 days off over Australia day

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[TPC]

Soo..
Whens the party?
Ive got 5 days off over Australia day

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What he said.

[AB]

Sorry folks it's been hectic lately.

Leah's been in hospital for the last 7 days and I'm working and looking after kiddies.

Finances are crucified too unfortunately to host anything like this.

Give me some time and hopefully things can get back in order.

2017 has been a shitful start for us unfortunately!

[TPC]

Sorry folks it's been hectic lately.

Leah's been in hospital for the last 7 days and I'm working and looking after kiddies.

Finances are crucified too unfortunately to host anything like this.

Give me some time and hopefully things can get back in order.

2017 has been a shitful start for us unfortunately!

Didn't mean to put any stress on you, we were just after an excuse to get together.
I hope everything is ok with Leah & hopefully things will improve for you.

[AB]

Didn't mean to put any stress on you, we were just after an excuse to get together. I hope everything is ok with Leah & hopefully things will improve for you. I'm keen to do this mate as a thank you and well...Another party really ;)

Just a horrible start for us mate.

[gubigfish]

Get yourselves healthy a party can wait

[BigRAWesty]

Family first mate as always.
Get everyone healthy and well.
Id say im more than happy to chip in, but i think i still owe you $20 from the last one.. lol
We were all in such fine form Sunday..
Longest drive of my life!!


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[mudski]

Sorry folks it's been hectic lately.

Leah's been in hospital for the last 7 days and I'm working and looking after kiddies.

Finances are crucified too unfortunately to host anything like this.

Give me some time and hopefully things can get back in order.

2017 has been a shitful start for us unfortunately!
Uhm. Whats wrong with old mate rossco taking the reigns? He lives across the road....
We'll block his dunny this time. :)

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[Clunk]

I reckon you should all turn up to BAs new place

[Plasnart]

Family first mate as always.
Get everyone healthy and well.
Id say im more than happy to chip in, but i think i still owe you $20 from the last one.. lol
We were all in such fine form Sunday..
Longest drive of my life!!


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Me too! And I only had to go a quarter of the way you did!!

[Plasnart]

I reckon you should all turn up to BAs new place

Haha only if you're first on the doorstep Clunky! Then we can all laugh at your twin black eyes all night.

[Clunk]

Haha only if you're first on the doorstep Clunky! Then we can all laugh at your twin black eyes all night.
Nahhhhh he wouldn't do that, he lurrrvs me [emoji8]

[AB]

Family first mate as always. Get everyone healthy and well. Id say im more than happy to chip in, but i think i still owe you $20 from the last one.. lol We were all in such fine form Sunday.. Longest drive of my life!! Sent from my SM-G800Y using Tapatalk No more donations mate, but thanks for the thought.

[AB]

Uhm. Whats wrong with old mate rossco taking the reigns? He lives across the road.... We'll block his dunny this time. :) Sent from my GT-N7105T using Tapatalk Now there's a grand idea and an easy walk home lol

[MudRunnerTD]

Hi guys, I have moved the Donk Party discussion into its own thread and can attach a poll in a few days when we have some details.

See this thread.

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?39461-ABs-Donk-Party

[AB]

Well the new engine just did its second major run down to Dargo for Winnie's wedding. Approx 12 total hours and didn't use a drop of oil or coolant.

This set up is amazing for climbing long hills and no overheating issues which is a relief.

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[Winnie]

It sounded great as you left

[nissannewby]

We have just put a 3.5" exhaust on the one I am doing up here. Sounds real nice.

[AB]

Finally had a couple of hours kid free!!

Replaced the 4" inlet with a nice wanker shiny alum one!

Also installed the line for the td42t vacuum to a T on the alternator Vac line, dual Vac!!!

Brakes are a lot better now!

Would it be worth getting a bigger canister now?http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/07/40.jpg


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[Rossco]

Finally had a couple of hours kid free!!

Replaced the 4" inlet with a nice wanker shiny alum one!

Also installed the line for the td42t vacuum to a T on the alternator Vac line, dual Vac!!!

Brakes are a lot better now!

Would it be worth getting a bigger canister now?http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/07/40.jpg


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Ooh shiny. . Yeah nice cool mod. Yeah don't know if bigger can would be good or not probly help in those long idling crazy down hills but with double vac might not need it. . Better go testing.

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[AB]

We were way off too. The line tucks right up under the sump mounting to the timing case and block as below.http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/07/43.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/07/44.jpg


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[Rossco]

Oh wow, yeah that looks heaps better. I wonder if that sound deadening mat on the sump does much, might try it out one day if i have any leftovers. .

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[AB]

Oh wow, yeah that looks heaps better. I wonder if that sound deadening mat on the sump does much, might try it out one day if i have any leftovers. .

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I was thinking why we didn't spot those vac line mounts on your silver top and then thought maybe you don't even have it as that wasn't needed back then of course.

[AB]

Soooo we just did the snow trip and as some of you know my intercooler has been leaking and I've gradually being losing boost and power

Can't believe the good members on that trip here haven't bagged me out yet, bloody good blokes!!!

So I'm sitting in my Gq in thick snow, Saturday morning cold as F ready to do a day trip of tracks.

Trying to reach operating temp so pull the idle out and nothing happens????

Annnnd it turns out my IC and piping is 100% fine!!!

At that moment I pulled the idle screw out and no response it clicked I have an issue with my throttle cable!!!

Low and behold the bloody nuts have been slowly working loose over the last month...lol

I blame Matty really, totally his fault for not asking me to check if the bloody throttle control on the injector pump has been slowly winding out over time!

So Matty vic asks for a 10mm, then a 12mm, then a 13mm in which we thought 13? And then finally a 14mm spanner, 23 seconds later my beast is back, better than ever!!!

Embarrassment!!



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[MudRunnerTD]

soooo we just did the snow trip and as some of you know my intercooler has been leaking and i've gradually being losing boost and power

can't believe the good members on that trip here haven't bagged me out yet, bloody good blokes!!!

So i'm sitting in my gq in thick snow, saturday morning cold as f ready to do a day trip of tracks.

Trying to reach operating temp so pull the idle out and nothing happens????

Annnnd it turns out my ic and piping is 100% fine!!!

At that moment i pulled the idle screw out and no response it clicked i have an issue with my throttle cable!!!

Low and behold the bloody nuts have been slowly working loose over the last month...lol

i blame matty really, totally his fault for not asking me to check if the bloody throttle control on the injector pump has been slowly winding out over time!

So matty vic asks for a 10mm, then a 12mm, then a 13mm in which we thought 13? And then finally a 14mm spanner, 23 seconds later my beast is back, better than ever!!!

Embarrassment!!



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D i c k H e a d ! ! ! !

[Rossco]

Classic ! ! Matty to the rescue again [emoji6]

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[AB]

d i c k h e a d ! ! ! !

Don't you start bro you didn't help us either that day old mate lol http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/08/243.jpg


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[MudRunnerTD]

Don't you start bro you didn't help us either that day old mate lol http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/08/243.jpg


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B I a t c h !!!

[AB]

D i c k H e a d ! ! ! !

Did you edit your post to add an extra explanation mark?

I can handle 3 but 4 is just plan rude lol


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[AB]

Who the hell checks if for some reason your throttle cable nuts are coming lose!!!


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[nissannewby]

Good one AB

[nissannewby]

Who the hell checks if for some reason your throttle cable nuts are coming lose!!!


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Always check the simple things mate. How did you notnfeel you had heaps of free play prior to actual rpm change?

[TPC]

Soooo we just did the snow trip and as some of you know my intercooler has been leaking and I've gradually being losing boost and power

Can't believe the good members on that trip here haven't bagged me out yet, bloody good blokes!!!

So I'm sitting in my Gq in thick snow, Saturday morning cold as F ready to do a day trip of tracks.

Trying to reach operating temp so pull the idle out and nothing happens????

Annnnd it turns out my IC and piping is 100% fine!!!

At that moment I pulled the idle screw out and no response it clicked I have an issue with my throttle cable!!!

Low and behold the bloody nuts have been slowly working loose over the last month...lol

I blame Matty really, totally his fault for not asking me to check if the bloody throttle control on the injector pump has been slowly winding out over time!

So Matty vic asks for a 10mm, then a 12mm, then a 13mm in which we thought 13? And then finally a 14mm spanner, 23 seconds later my beast is back, better than ever!!!

Embarrassment!!



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[Sprock]

HAHAHAHAHA that's why we couldn't find a boost leak at Licola forum trip - COS IT WASNT THERE !!!!! 😝🤣😂

[AB]

Always check the simple things mate. How did you notnfeel you had heaps of free play prior to actual rpm change?

I thought my gout was coming down to be honest... lol

Nah honestly mate I didn't notice the change until that day.

I don't drive it much, when I came back from the last trip it was only used twice down to town so I didn't notice it but this long drive to Licola must've wound it further to a umm more noticeable change!!!


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[Sprock]

I'm with MudRunnerTD - DICKHEAD , & nissannewby - always check the obvious things . You wouldn't be the 1st bloke to rebuild the engine only to find the fuel filters are blocked 😝

[MB]

nissannewby mate, sadly/sadistically enjoyed the whole saga by having the old 6.5 for once gaining on him up the highway ;-) Oh well, short lived glory, he's found & fixed it now :-)

[nissannewby]

nissannewby mate, sadly/sadistically enjoyed the whole saga by having the old 6.5 for once gaining on him up the highway ;-) Oh well, short lived glory, he's found & fixed it now :-)

Thats right mark take it while you can I suppose. If only Andy would take my advice and turn the wick up again on the old girl then he will be further out of reach.

[MB]

Tis a weapon mate for sure, grouse :-)
And to clear the worries AB NO I would never mess with anyones trucks ever . !

[AB]

Thats right mark take it while you can I suppose. If only Andy would take my advice and turn the wick up again on the old girl then he will be further out of reach.

Still smoke the chev as it is in dormant mode bro....sorry blood bro :(


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[AB]

Thats right mark take it while you can I suppose. If only Andy would take my advice and turn the wick up again on the old girl then he will be further out of reach.
If say one was to say wind the wick up what would one wind wick up to. Back to 32psi?


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[nissannewby]

If say one was to say wind the wick up what would one wind wick up to. Back to 32psi?


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28-30 will be plenty. Get cruise egts up a little and bump some fuel in and she will be sweet.

[MB]

I'd be getting too old now you 200rwkw ++ awesome nutters :-)
Stalling big Cwappy Twactors down steep compression slow view tops will serve me just fine for now ;-)

[AB]

28-30 will be plenty. Get cruise egts up a little and bump some fuel in and she will be sweet.

I'm amazed by the egts on this set up!

I actually had a call from hutch tonight, he's on his way down from Weipa to see us.

The ufi guys up there are gobsmacked and flogging cruisers.

They are asking questions of who, how and what and he's playing games not saying anything "not sure really, couple of guys put this turbo and pump on, don't know what it is, etc" and they are shitty and very jelly.

They do a lot of towing toys up there and hutch had 3 tonne and old mate cruiser said go in front to set the pace, he said it's ok you take it, old mate toeing half weight.

Hutch playing games overtaking on long hills and they were shocked.


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[nissannewby]

I wonder if he would be interested in stopping by on his way through.

[AB]

I wonder if he would be interested in stopping by on his way through.

Nah he's already half way down through inland Qld unfortunately mate.


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[AB]

He's doing a long tour on long service leave...


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[nissannewby]

Nah he's already half way down through inland Qld unfortunately mate.


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Still gotta go home at some point..... lol

[AB]

Leave it with me lol


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[MudRunnerTD]

I've had mine pumping out 28psi since fitting and it's loving it mate

[AB]

Thread dig!

Been a while since I've done anything on the old girl but finally saved enough to fix the front diff!

Booked in to get the front and rear gu diffs, braced, cv and brakes obviously and gu steering box at Patrolapart!

Getting them to spray both diffs black so I can look like a fancy wanker too!!!



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[Rossco]

Awsome gonna be strong as now and a GQ with brakes, that's what dreams are made of. Should chuck a set of boss tower braces in too while your all excited. . .

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[TPC]

Getting them to spray both diffs black so I can look like a fancy wanker too!!!
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Should get some blue lights under the car too so you can be a total tool. ;)

[AB]

Should get some blue lights under the car too so you can be a total tool. ;)

I got red but blue could be cool too, or flashing alternating blue/red...hmmm...

[TPC]

I got red but blue could be cool too, or flashing alternating blue/red...hmmm...

Flashing red and blue gets you in big trouble.
Do it, I dare you.

[PeeBee]

Flashing red and blue gets you in big trouble.
Do it, I dare you.

I will even donate my Vicpol siren just to cap off the effect, but you gotta use it every time you drive down the mountain!

[MudRunnerTD]

Awesome mate. Huge upgrade.

[AB]

Huge upgrade, I HAVE BRAKES!!!

Gu diffs and braced, they don't stick out too much and I may get away with it, did I mention I have brakes!!http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/10/27.jpg
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[jay see]

Huge upgrade, I HAVE BRAKES!!!

Gu diffs and braced, they don't stick out too much and I may get away with it, did I mention I have brakes!!http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/10/27.jpg
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Brakes you say...

That's a good option to have.

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[Winnie]

Huge upgrade, I HAVE BRAKES!!!

Gu diffs and braced, they don't stick out too much and I may get away with it, did I mention I have brakes!!http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/10/27.jpg
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[Rossco]

Oh what that was quick ! Nice one . . . SHINEY BITS ☺ . . .

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[AB]

Does it stop though?

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I've gone from a 40m stop to 10 lol


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[mudski]

Huge upgrade, I HAVE BRAKES!!!

Gu diffs and braced, they don't stick out too much and I may get away with it, did I mention I have brakes!!


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Now you can put the TB48 front calipers on. Then you will know what brakes are about. You will also require a racing harness fitted so you dont get whiplash. Lol.

Who done the bracing?

[AB]

Forgot to mention, the silver top is back!!!!!http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/10/29.jpg


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[AB]

Now you can put the TB48 front calipers on. Then you will know what brakes are about. You will also require a racing harness fitted so you dont get whiplash. Lol.

Who done the bracing?

Patrolapart mate, did a great job!!!


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[Winnie]

Forgot to mention, the silver top is back!!!!!http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/10/29.jpg


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[mudski]

We all know what it really is though.

[AB]

Probably should do a better pic, the extra 20mm does make a difference.http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/10/30.jpg


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[Rossco]

Forgot to mention, the silver top is back!!!!!http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/10/29.jpg


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkNICE [emoji4]. . . Thought it sounded better coming down the road

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[AB]

NICE [emoji4]. . . Thought it sounded better coming down the road

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Not only sound but a definite improvement of power I noticed too ;)


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[Winnie]

Not only sound but a definite improvement of power I noticed too ;)


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkIts a GQ thing.

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[MudRunnerTD]

Brakes rock!!! Best part about the upgrade I reckon. Beast.

[Clunk]

Probably should do a better pic, the extra 20mm does make a difference.http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/10/30.jpg


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[Maxhead]

Its a GQ thing.

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I think you mean GU. I don't think there's any GQ bits left on Andy's [emoji41][emoji41][emoji41]







................on the road

[BigRAWesty]

Awesome stuff.. looks good.

[AB]

What offset rims?

Thats a good question, I can't even remember now! I think -22, I'm running 35x12.5 R15, pretty deep dish, -22?

[jay see]

Thats a good question, I can't even remember now! I think -22, I'm running 35x12.5 R15, pretty deep dish, -22?What size rims?
I could measure up aginset mine. I'm running -13 on 8" rims.

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[AB]

What size rims?
I could measure up aginset mine. I'm running -13 on 8" rims.

Sent from my A1601 using Tapatalk15 mate....

[Winnie]

15 mate....Mine are definite -22 if you measure the lip on them I can compare to mine when I get home in a little while?

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[PeeBee]

I see you can buy Neg 44 rims also - I think matfew has these on his rig? If I decide to go the 35" route these are probably going to be my choise as the rims sit way inside the panel, and since mine is not a 'twisty sister machine', these will work well.

[jay see]

15 mate....I know that, how wide??

Can measure from the lip to the face.

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[jay see]

Mine are definite -22 if you measure the lip on them I can compare to mine when I get home in a little while?

Sent from my SM-G935F using TapatalkWouldn't it be different if one is 7" and the other is 8". What's why I asked for the width of the rim.

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[AB]

I know that, how wide??

Can measure from the lip to the face.

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Sorry mate blonde moment, 15x8


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[Winnie]

Wouldn't it be different if one is 7" and the other is 8". What's why I asked for the width of the rim.

Sent from my A1601 using TapatalkYeah but I know that his and mine are both 8" wide. I'll go measure the lip before I go to bed.

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[jay see]

Yeah but I know that his and mine are both 8" wide. I'll go measure the lip before I go to bed.

Sent from my SM-G935F using TapatalkI didn't. AB had that blonde moment..

Should be easy to work out knowing that there are both the same size.

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[Winnie]

Around 90-100mm
Not the most accurate way of measuring but should be close enough to work it out. http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/10/33.jpg

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[jay see]

Come on AB go do the same, we need to know.

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[Clunk]

Come on @AB (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/member.php?u=1) go do the same, we need to know.

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it's AB's showertime

[AB]

Around 90-100mm
Not the most accurate way of measuring but should be close enough to work it out. http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2017/10/33.jpg

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Sorry about the delay, was a long shower... Exactly the same as your pic Winnie.

[AB]

Feels a lot different to drive now with the GU diffs that's for sure, feels a bit heavier.

Turning circle might be a bit less too, need to confirm that with more driving, would they have to put stops in with this mod?


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[nissannewby]

Feels a lot different to drive now with the GU diffs that's for sure, feels a bit heavier.

Turning circle might be a bit less too, need to confirm that with more driving, would they have to put stops in with this mod?


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The stops should be all there mate just like on the gq items. It will feel different due to geometry being different between gq and gu diffs. The heaviness you feel is a slower turn in but once turned will fee better. Apart from the width there is quite a bit of difference in king pin inclination

[AB]

Thanks Matty, wasn't sure if it was the old placebo effect with geometry but it just felt like the car was wider and steering was all new. I know it's only 20mm each side but a whole new game to get used to.


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[Rossco]

What about steering box is that a GU one now? Might change steering feel too. I know after getting my new steering box felt different first time i drive it for some reason. It's still a GQ one but felt like more turns lock to lock? . .

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[AB]

Yep GU box as well.


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[Rossco]

Now you just need a GU body swap and she'll be just about done! [emoji6]She's nearly turning into as much of a mongrel as mine [emoji28] . . .

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[AB]

She's nearly turning into as much of a mongrel as mine [emoji28] . . .

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Might have to create wanker name for mine lol




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