Rusty's GUIV-Upgrade

[rusty_nail]

Well as most of you know i sold the Old SWB to a young bloke from North QLD. It was sad to see her go but i think she went to a good home... keep an eye out for it on here the new owners name is Acco92 and hes named shorty "Ramjet".

Now as for me. On the weekend i purchased a 2004 GU IV 3.0L Auto. Its all kitted out and I think I got an awesome deal for it.

The mods that are already done are:

4" TJM Suspension Lift with drop boxes RTC steering damper and adjustable panhards
Factory Bullbar
T-Max Winch
Safari Snorkel
Lots of spotties
Outback rear draw system
Cargo barrier, top boot parcel shelf and boot divider
GME 80 channel
Rhino Roof Racks, Cage and Shovel Mount
Front auto locker
Diesel power chip
Opposite lock dual battery system
33" BF Goodrich A/T
17" Clarion Roof mount DVD Player
Scrub bars/Sliders


The mods that are on my list:
Exhaust
Cruise control

Honestly i couldnt think of many things that needed to be added to this and those two mods above are seriously probably never going to get done but i had to put somthing in it lol.

Its the first of the GU IV Bodies but it still runs the DI motor. Im really looking forward to learning about the diesel motors and how to keep it running nice ill be doing a basic service on it this weekend or the next.

Ill be adding other pics to this thread of it getting into the action soon but for now here are a few i have!

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[healy]

Looks like a good upgrade congratulations

[Drewboyaus]

First mod is to get your NADS done mate!
But you'll need to speak to Mudski not Teegan...... LMFAO

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[Winnie]

Yeah other than NADs if it's not already done mate... you're on a huge winner. Love that car. Got a photo of the cargo area?

[MudRunnerTD]

Congrats Nic. Looks awesome and what a list mate! Glad you were patient mate. You found a bargain!

Did you want me to fix the title? Or did you do that on purpose?

[NissanGQ4.2]

Did you want me to fix the title? Or did you do that on purpose?

I thought the exact same thing MR

Congrats Nic, still think its a downgrade and you should of updated 2 my GQ, now it feels even more unloved *L*

Look forward 2 seeing it in a few weeks time :)

[BigRAWesty]

Wicked buy mate. Will we see it Anzac day?

[AB]

Well done Nic and a lot of extra goodies too mate, you'll love it!

[Maxhead]

Glad the forum slapped you around a bit and you come to your senses and stuck with a patrol!!! What were you looking at before? a pathfinder...BWAHAHAHAHAHAHA

Great purchase mate. You'll love it:)

[rusty_nail]

Congrats Nic. Looks awesome and what a list mate! Glad you were patient mate. You found a bargain!

Did you want me to fix the title? Or did you do that on purpose?

Yes please guys I stuffed up the title Lol

[MudRunnerTD]

Yes please guys I stuffed up the title Lol

Done mate..

[rusty_nail]

Right well I wanted to go camping this weekend but the missus won't go and I want the first trip to be us together. But I went to a spot and did a bit of bush bashing and tested it out. I'm blown away at how capable the new truck is. Took some pics and got some vids. Check them out

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http://youtu.be/TLbcTnUr5h0

[MudRunnerTD]

Great vid Nic. Nice step up mate. Has it got a sway bar connected on the front and rear?

[DX grunt]

Nice one, bro.

R U another one that likes daylight 24/7? lol

[rusty_nail]

Great vid Nic. Nice step up mate. Has it got a sway bar connected on the front and rear?

No idea Dazz what should I be looking for? Suspension is not an area I'm too good at

[rusty_nail]

Nice one, bro.

R U another one that likes daylight 24/7? lol

Lol the lights are very bright at night I'm happy with them however I didn't put em on they were on the car when I got it I think I'll leave them there they are nice but everyone reckons I am afraid of the dark now Lol

[Winnie]

Can never have enough light. Haha

[MudRunnerTD]

Lol the lights are very bright at night I'm happy with them however I didn't put em on they were on the car when I got it I think I'll leave them there they are nice but everyone reckons I am afraid of the dark now Lol

Trust me mate they would have Nothing on a 42" light bar!! Night and day my friend. You would not think! But holy crap! The LED bar is that much better!

[MudRunnerTD]

No idea Dazz what should I be looking for? Suspension is not an area I'm too good at

Lay on the ground at your B pillar and shoot a video of the underside of the car from the front wheel to the back wheel.

The sway bar will be about 22mm thick bar bolted under the Radius Arms running across the car and the linkages up to the chassis rails on both sides. The rear is bolted to the front of the rear diff under the drive shafts and linkages both ends to the chassis

[rusty_nail]

Trust me mate they would have Nothing on a 42" light bar!! Night and day my friend. You would not think! But holy crap! The LED bar is that much better!

Yeah mate I know. The navara I went with last night has one and as you say day and night mate

[rusty_nail]

Lay on the ground at your B pillar and shoot a video of the underside of the car from the front wheel to the back wheel.

The sway bar will be about 22mm thick bar bolted under the Radius Arms running across the car and the linkages up to the chassis rails on both sides. The rear is bolted to the front of the rear diff under the drive shafts and linkages both ends to the chassis

Will do this arvo

[rusty_nail]

Has anyone had to break into their guiv? The car has locked on me with the keys inside... Any suggestions?

[BigRAWesty]

Has anyone had to break into their guiv? The car has locked on me with the keys inside... Any suggestions?

Bahahahahahaha..
Racv??

[rusty_nail]

Bahahahahahaha..
Racv??

That was really helpful I'll try them. No it's all sorted... Good old coat hangers save the day

[MudRunnerTD]

Lol.

Good one a Nic,

So chatting with Nic just now and can confirm he had front and rear sway bars connected and might think about I bolting the font one next time out for a play:)

Looking good mate.

[rusty_nail]

Love that car. Got a photo of the cargo area?

hey mate, i was packing the car tonight for a camping trip and remembered you asked about this ages ago. so here are some pics of the cargo area:

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[mudski]

Sweet ride Nic. White is the best colour on a GU I think. I love the cargo area too. Wish I could put some draws in mine but I need the space for work...I can't believe not one word has been mentioned about a TD42 engine. You guys are getting slack!!!:tongue:

[rusty_nail]

thanks mark, the TD42 would be nice but i think that kind of a change is abit far from a reality at the moment. if it aint broke why fix it you know? looking forward to getting those bits and having a bit more piece of mind. thanks for all you help also.

Cheers

Nic

[Winnie]

You'll be right with the 3L though Nic, it's just what you wanted and it's a farking great car! If I was interested in buying a GU then I would want one just like yours.

I did my first trip with the drawers last weekend and fark doesn't it make it easy!

[rusty_nail]

You'll be right with the 3L though Nic, it's just what you wanted and it's a farking great car! If I was interested in buying a GU then I would want one just like yours.

I did my first trip with the drawers last weekend and fark doesn't it make it easy!

Hey Chris,

Mate there is just one words for the drawers, AWESOME! i have some recovery gear in one side and tools in the otherand it was absolutely awesome to be able to just open up and know exactly where to look. Even down to the spare few rolls of TP stashed in the compartment near the wheel arches. the car is amazing. sooo much space, heaps of clearance and traction and even though its nothing like the TB42(or TD42 but ive never driven one) it still has plenty of bower to boot. it doesnt even notice the trailer, everything is just great. im very happy with my purchase, thanks for the comments though =)

cheers

nic

[rusty_nail]

UPDATE: so no thanks to mark(Mudski), ive recieved my NADS kit and catch can, just waiting on the gauge to arrive from the US, again pointed in the right direction by mark, its a tidy bit of gear. BTW mate, i ordered Yellow, i think its a little different to the troll yellow but all the same im trying to keep it similar. im dropping the car into the mechanic tomorrow and im hoping to avoid a big bill when i get it back but what can i do?

getting him to go over the car and check anything that needs to/will need to soon be replaced. there is a vicious wobble in te front end, ive had the tyres re-balanced so i suspect flogged out bushes(i know the steering damper bushes need replacing), im sure the brakes need replacing, the NADS Kit need to be fitted and other unexpected issues. also i want him to look at the DP Chip, and see about getting more power as the car uses too much fuel at the moment with lack of power.

[rochjas]

Hey Rusty... Love the new ride man.... And your a shire person as well... Cannot say I have seen your ride around....I'll keep looking. If you want to head out 1 day look me up.

I have NADS on mine and its fantastic. I to have the GU IV in 3.o diesel and Auto.... Love the drawers.... Been thinking of completing this myself.....

Anyway good to see another shire GU on here....

Cheers Jason

[rusty_nail]

Hey Rusty... Love the new ride man.... And your a shire person as well... Cannot say I have seen your ride around....I'll keep looking. If you want to head out 1 day look me up.

I have NADS on mine and its fantastic. I to have the GU IV in 3.o diesel and Auto.... Love the drawers.... Been thinking of completing this myself.....

Anyway good to see another shire GU on here....

Cheers Jason

Hey mate I actually live in Wollongong and work in cronulla. It's nice to see another NSW person on here Lol. We seem to have the most patrol owners who don't actually use their cars Lol. Where abouts do you like to go? I have done alot of menai but it's too risky there these days and the mud is soooo horrible for your car.

[Rocket55]

It's a Shire reunion, I just picked up a 2010 GU auto a couple of weeks ago.

[rusty_nail]

It's a Shire reunion, I just picked up a 2010 GU auto a couple of weeks ago.

Haha awesome. My car is in the shop this week but if either of you are keen to catch up even just to say hi and meet and greet I would be up for that

[rusty_nail]

so just a little update, i had a close call on monday whilst driving to work. i was driving to drop the car off at the mechanic so it could have its first service, but mainly to get looked over to see what things i needed to fix/keep an eye on and also to have its NADS done. i got 20 mins down the road and low and behold a bloody ripper of a noise started from the rear of the car. i pulled over and had a look and was amazed to find 4 wheel nuts gone, 2 barely holding on all the studs ruined as well as a completely stuffed rim.

I had to get it towed the rest of the way, so when i rang NRMA they told me my car was over the weight (2500kg) that my roadside assist covered. i would need to upgrade the coverage and because i needed it done then and there i would also need to pay a $60 surcharge. it was too early and i was too worried about the car to argue and just paid it. ive since complained to NRMA saying that ALL my previous cars(all patrols) weighed over 2500kg and this had never been mentioned.

I spoke to my mechanic today as we've both been crook all week so the car hasnt been looked at till now. there was no other damage other than the studs and rim so thats a relief. also, hes fitted the catch can, and will be fitting the vales and gauge in the next week. i am a little nervous about getting the bill for this one BUT at least ill know where im at with things that need fixing now, or in the near future.

[Winnie]

Fark mate... you are one lucky SOB.

[rusty_nail]

Fark mate... you are one lucky SOB.

i reckon. most of that 20 mins was doing 110-120kph... cant imagine what would have happened in the wheel had come off at those speeds

[rusty_nail]

hey also, i asked john(the mechanic) about cleaning the MAF sensor, he said briefly he didnt think they should be cleaned but he could be wrong any reason why or why not they should be cleaned?

[Rocket55]

Wow, lucky find, that could have been a lot worse.

Clean the MAF sensor yourself, if you're not sure on it, I'm happy to meet up and show you, it's really very simple to do.

[rusty_nail]

Wow, lucky find, that could have been a lot worse.

Clean the MAF sensor yourself, if you're not sure on it, I'm happy to meet up and show you, it's really very simple to do.

Hey buddy I should be picking it up this week, if I do would you like to catch up for a beer and a hello? Would be nice to meet someone else from round here

[Rocket55]

No problems. PM sent

[rusty_nail]

Hey all just got my nads fitted. Now I have the gauge and all fitted what Figures should I be looking at? It's peak boost is 21psi and highest egt I have seen so far it's 524°c. Because it's auto it doesn't hold the bossy when I back off but cruising at 110kph boost is anywhere between 5-10 psi and egt at around 350°c but goes into the 400s and 500s when it's revving high. Are these figures OK?

[rusty_nail]

Bump for this one.

[mudski]

Hey all just got my nads fitted. Now I have the gauge and all fitted what Figures should I be looking at? It's peak boost is 21psi and highest egt I have seen so far it's 524°c. Because it's auto it doesn't hold the bossy when I back off but cruising at 110kph boost is anywhere between 5-10 psi and egt at around 350°c but goes into the 400s and 500s when it's revving high. Are these figures OK?

If your getting 21psi max I would go slighty higher in mid range boost. I.E 100ks to about 14 or 15psi. You might find your egts will drop a bit more. To raise your mid range boost wind the needle valve in a little.
500c is close to top end of the egt scale in my opinion.

[threedogs]

WOW ,you reckon 14-15 psi @ 100kph, to me that's a lot of pressure for a long time
Seems a tad high I followed Chaz Yellowfoots lead and went for 10PSI at 100kph
My max is about 20PSI, egt's climb when pushed hard as to be expected and around
300-350c solo on the hwy

[rusty_nail]

If your getting 21psi max I would go slighty higher in mid range boost. I.E 100ks to about 14 or 15psi. You might find your egts will drop a bit more. To raise your mid range boost wind the needle valve in a little.
500c is close to top end of the egt scale in my opinion.

Thanks mate it does go up to that boost but it is sooo hard to tell what is normal because of the auto and it letting go of the boost as soon as you back off. I guess I'm not used to diesel and turbo and auto etc yet.

[mudski]

WOW ,you reckon 14-15 psi @ 100kph, to me that's a lot of pressure for a long time
Seems a tad high I followed Chaz Yellowfoots lead and went for 10PSI at 100kph
My max is about 20PSI, egt's climb when pushed hard as to be expected and around
300-350c solo on the hwy

If I run 10psi the car runs like a bag of poo. Been at 15 for nearly a year, even towed my camper on numerous times at this pressure with no issues. I think it's all relative to the max boost. You run 15psi max, you go 10 at 100ks. You run 20, go higher mid range boost.

[rusty_nail]

Right, i know some of you already know somehitng has happened to my car a few weeks ago, and some may not.

Bit of background first. I got NADS fitted to the car just under a month ago. I picked the car up from the mechanic just on or around the 26th/27th June. Drove the car around for a week and it drove fine. I was planning on going on a camping trip on the weekend of the 4th July. I was not even 5 minutes into this trip and lost all power on a steep hill ascent. White smoke poured out of the engine bay and i did not have time to see if it also came out of the exhaust pipe as i was on a main highway and in an extremely dangerous position as there was no where to pull over. long story short the car was towed back to the mechanic who had done all the NADS to tell me what the F%^& had happened to my car.

I have just spoken to him today and he is under the impression one of the valves has disintegrated. He told me there is little or no compression (cant remember which) in cylinder no 3. His diagnosis hasnt been fully completed but he believes this problem to be a head related issue and i will probably not be up for sourcing a new motor.

With all that in mind i thought i would make a post about it to get some other opinions. i know i havent been terribly detailed with my post, but its hard to know what to include and what not to. if i havent been detailed enough with somthing ask me ill answer it to to best of my ability, but yeah any ideas on what caused this etc would be much appreciated guys.

cheers

Rusty

also, special thanks must goto BA, MudrunnerTD and Mudski for the text messages of concern/interest in helping me in what ever way they can manage, i really cant thank you enough guys.

[MudRunnerTD]

Damn damn damn damn damn.......... Head is better than an engine! Is a disintegrating Valve a common problem guys?? WTF? Is there a chance it might have gone in and caused problems? I have no idea?

Good luck with it Nic, Shattered for you mate!

[nissannewby]

What were all your gauges showing when this happened? It doesn't sound good but the white smoke could have been steam and it may just be a cracked head.

[nissannewby]

Damn damn damn damn damn.......... Head is better than an engine! Is a disintegrating Valve a common problem guys?? WTF? Is there a chance it might have gone in and caused problems? I have no idea?

Good luck with it Nic, Shattered for you mate!

If it's disintegrated normally means it has gotten way to hot. I'd be interested to see the state of the intake manifold. I just hope that the heat has killed the head and not melted or cracked a piston. The fact it's #3 is very concerning.

[rusty_nail]

What were all your gauges showing when this happened? It doesn't sound good but the white smoke could have been steam and it may just be a cracked head.

ok great, i can answer all that.

boost was around the 18-20psi mark, EGT @ around 470degc

most of the smoke from the engine bay came from the hose at the bottom of the catch can blowing off (due to the catch can filling up with oil) and blowing oil all over the side of the motor. there was a real burned smell in the bay when i was finally ina safe place to pop the hood. the motor still runs, but its super super rough and white smoke comes out of the exhaust. i didnt see if the radiator was down on water but i know that the motor lost a ship load of oil it went from full to below empty when the NRMA mech tried to start it to do his initial diagnosis.

[rusty_nail]

If it's disintegrated normally means it has gotten way to hot. I'd be interested to see the state of the intake manifold. I just hope that the heat has killed the head and not melted or cracked a piston. The fact it's #3 is very concerning.

whats so concerning about number 3?

[nissannewby]

whats so concerning about number 3?

In its infinite history 3 & 4 are generally the pots that either melt or crack. Your white smoke explanation worries me and points towards the engine unfortunately. I really hope I'm wrong mate.

[rusty_nail]

In its infinite history 3 & 4 are generally the pots that either melt or crack. Your white smoke explanation worries me and points towards the engine unfortunately. I really hope I'm wrong mate.

ok im not fussed mate, obviously i will be more dissapointed, but regardless the bloody thing has to be fixed. thanks for the advice though, its really appreciated. when i know more ill be posting it up on here. question though, the EGTs were that hot from what i believe? the rings/pistons wouldnt be likely to melt at those temps would they? especially considering i was on the road for not even 5 mins so the motor hadnt been workign that hard prior to it going kaput?

btw i have to drive home now and broke my smart phone on monday(im have a great luck streak of late) ill check this thread later tonight, sorry if i cant answer any questions till then.

[nissannewby]

ok im not fussed mate, obviously i will be more dissapointed, but regardless the bloody thing has to be fixed. thanks for the advice though, its really appreciated. when i know more ill be posting it up on here. question though, the EGTs were that hot from what i believe? the rings/pistons wouldnt be likely to melt at those temps would they? especially considering i was on the road for not even 5 mins so the motor hadnt been workign that hard prior to it going kaput?

btw i have to drive home now and broke my smart phone on monday(im have a great luck streak of late) ill check this thread later tonight, sorry if i cant answer any questions till then.

470 is getting up there but this is post turbo you can't really tell what each individual cylinder is running at. It is possible that if the intake is gunked up around cylinders then that particular cylinder will run hotter than the rest without you knowing

[rusty_nail]

470 is getting up there but this is post turbo you can't really tell what each individual cylinder is running at. It is possible that if the intake is gunked up around cylinders then that particular cylinder will run hotter than the rest without you knowing

yep fair enough, oh well i think he said he was going to pull more bits off it and see what actual damage there is in it, will just have to wait till he dismisses all speculation and has a clear cut answer on what the problem is.

[Rocket55]

That sucks Nic, here's hoping it's a repair on the easier side. Is the valve still in one piece, just blocked or stuck open, or are there bits missing?

[Maxhead]

Far out Nico, you're a calm little cookie mate. If that was me i would be farking killing people....just sayin

Let me know if you need anything mate but nothing out of my engine,thank you!...LOL

[jack]

Hi Nic, when I first heard about this I really felt for you and was hoping it was a mistake. All I can say mate is you're taking this a lot better than I would.
All the best and really hope things improve.

[Bloodyaussie]

I know Nic is gutted from this and his attitude is a testament to his character... I wish he was closer so I could help more as he is a top bloke with a very thoughtful outlook.

I am hoping for the best mate and wish I could have heard the engine running on that car mate but without a key it is too much of a gamble???

My energy was wasted on the wrong people and so wish there was something more I could do.

[rusty_nail]

thanks for all the support fellas. i think of it like this. i could get angry, it would upset the missus, probably burn the bridge with the mechanic looking at it, and i would be no better off, infact i would probably be worse. the way i see it is i just need to cop it on the chin, and forget about how sh!t it is and look for positives. i could have been stranded in the middle of the simmo with all the boys (or heaven forbid by myself) and even though i would have been surrounded by people that would bend over backwards to help it would have still been a reall shitty situation. im lucky no one got hurt, the car is still pretty much in one piece and it is repairable, and at the end of the day i will have a motor that has been pulled apart looked at inspected for anything else that could potentially go wrong and have it fixed and then ill be back on the road.

i feel really lucky to have this forum and all you genuine people on here to offer your condolences and i say thank you for being such top blokes. i am also lucky to have a supportive missus and a caring family who will also bend over backwards to help me sort this out.

last few months have been quite bad round here and i guess all i can say is when it rains, it bloody pours. fortunately all storms pass, i just have to weather it till it does.

[mudski]

Good luck with it all Nic. I really hope it's just the head. Like Matt has said, 470 is getting up there in the egt's but still not top end of the scale.
If its any consolation, I got a call from my mate who's brothers 3ltr dropped the pin four days after I got your call. Only for him he was 300ks from Uluru and he's got a towing bill of 4k back to Melbourne.
If there's anything you need, give me a shout and I'll help out where I can.

[Winnie]

Good on ya Nic! Sorry to hear about the car but you have got a great attitude towards it, onwards and upwards as a cuddly friend of ours would say!

[rusty_nail]

nissnewby, mate didnt want to detract from jonathons thread.... its going slow. saw him on thursday and hes pulling the head off albeit slowly. so still no definitive answers =(

[nissannewby]

nissnewby, mate didnt want to detract from jonathons thread.... its going slow. saw him on thursday and hes pulling the head off albeit slowly. so still no definitive answers =(

Thanks mate. I hope it is something simple.

[ozjeff]

Oh man, hope she's not too bad. This was my concern when buying a GUII, though it has a new motor and NADS done at the same time, so hoping she'll be good to me.

[matfew]

only just seen this thread nic. I got bits of info off Facebook but didn't think it was this bad. hope she is an easy fix and bank on the road soon. you've got till 13th sep to get it back on the road haha

[rusty_nail]

only just seen this thread nic. I got bits of info off Facebook but didn't think it was this bad. hope she is an easy fix and bank on the road soon. you've got till 13th sep to get it back on the road haha

haha thanks mate, i dont think ill be driving down then unfortunately. IF it is fixed by then i think ill be broke from the whole ordeal.

watch this space, im speaking with him this arvo, hes putting an inspection camera into cylinder no 3 to have a look for any signs of visible damage.

[Alitis007]

Good luck Nic! I hope its an easy fix !!

[rusty_nail]

Righto, well here it is. Im up for a new motor, he couldnt get a camera into the head but he took the bottom of the sump off and found lots of metal so its either a cracked piston or destroyed rings. I cant express how dissapointed I am... pretty gutted TBH.

But onward and upward. What are my options from here to get the bloody thing fixed?

The car is a 2004 model, so i believe i am able to throw in a TD42 into it without too many complications? If i went down this path, what would I be up for? new gearbox? new diff centers? I believe the engine mounts are in different positions so they would need to be moved? I would need to find a rolled patrol and how much am i looking at just for that?

If I put another 3l into it, I'm just putting another potential hand grenade into it right?

I'm pretty lost for words at the moment but if anyone wants to make some suggestions about where i should start to look and what to look for I would be most appreciative.

[Bloodyaussie]

I am so sorry to hear mate.... I really am.

I am not sure what advice I could offer.. this just hurts so bad and its not happening to me.

If you find anything down here I will do what I have to to help out.

[Maxhead]

Fark me Nic...as said before mate, all offers stay open till you're ready mate!

[MEGOMONSTER]

Terrible news, good luck which ever way you go.

[taslucas]

Farrrrk no good man!

Sending happy thoughts to ya as that's about all I'm good for in this situation

[Alitis007]

Thats terrible Nic! Cheapest option is to throw a second hand motor in, the later the better. Next options are engine conversions, the td42 will probably be the cheapest coz the gearbox is the same you just need to take a spacer off the front of the gearbox, relocate the engine mount brackets on the chassis and possibly splice the loom to get the techo to work. V8 conversion will probably be around 15k same as a rebuild.

As a ball park you'd start with $5k and work your way up from there unfortunately

[NissanGQ4.2]

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Sorry 2 hear Nic, if you could whack a TB42 straight in I'd offer you mine until you got sorted.

Can't offer any advise, but if you end up doing the conversion and doing it yourself you know I'll try my hardest to be there 2 give you a hand.

I will keep my eye out for a rolled TD for you.

[Hodge]

Damn mate, really feel bad for ya. Those are the dreaded news, no grenade owner should ever hear. But is all too common unfortunately. :(

[MudRunnerTD]

Hey. Nic! Gutted for you mate! I simply can't believe it! Can't believe it! I steered you to that car and believed 200% that it would be a strong reliable long term buy!

Can't believe it!

Sorry mate

[rusty_nail]

Hey. Nic! Gutted for you mate! I simply can't believe it! Can't believe it! I steered you to that car and believed 200% that it would be a strong reliable long term buy!

Can't believe it!

Sorry mate

no your fault at all mate, no one could have known! thanks for the condolences though

[AB]

Not your fault at all...


As said Nic, sorry to hear mate but chin up and let's find a new motor!!

[Clunk]

Hey Nic, sorry to be reading this mate. Sucks big hairy balls big time but like you said, onwards and upwards and you have the support of the NP forum hub to help, gooooooo team C.*.*.T.S

[Rocket55]

Not good news Nic. Although it sounds like and appears you have some pretty strong and well connected mates to help you through this as best as possible.

[Sir Roofy]

Nic feel for ya buddy
all di,s are different from what i read here
your psi was to high one reason for high temps
i run mine @12 tops and 8/10 on the hyw
temps 250 -300 seems fine now but you never
know had the truck just on 3yrs now

[rusty_nail]

Nic feel for ya buddy
all di,s are different from what i read here
your psi was to high one reason for high temps
i run mine @12 tops and 8/10 on the hyw
temps 250 -300 seems fine now but you never
know had the truck just on 3yrs now

Thanks mate there you go maybe out was just too aggressive of a setup. Is all done and dusted now so I just gotta get the bloody thing fixed

[Drewboyaus]

Bloody hell mate, that sux big time.....Sounds like a TD conversion candidate and a meetup at yours (Silver lining)! Hehehhe

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[Family4x4]

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/muswellbrook/engine-engine-parts-transmission/nissan-patrol-td42-silvertop-with-turbo/1052802923

If this checked out it would be a very reasonable price.

[Crate]

Buying a wreck like this would have to be the cheapest swap, will give you everything you need plus some parts to flog off to recoup some cost (diffs etc)

http://www.manheim.com.au/damaged-vehicles/4155423/2006-nissan-patrol-gu-dx-cab-chassis?referringPage=SearchResults

[MudRunnerTD]

This looks like a very good option too. Strip out the engine, box, loom and whatever else you want the sell the rolling Dual Cab Cut down GQ for reasonable coin.

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/riverstone/engine-engine-parts-transmission/nissan-patrol-complete-rebuilt-td42-turbo-conversion-extras/1052439114

[Drewboyaus]

Wouldn't it need to be the same age or younger than the vehicle itself ruling out tD42's that were originally fitter to GQ's?

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[MudRunnerTD]

Wouldn't it need to be the same age or younger than the vehicle itself ruling out tD42's that were originally fitter to GQ's?

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Interesting, this same question was just posted in another thread, I understood that the engine had to have been installed in the car, ie. the TD was stopped in 2006 as the ADRs eliminated them for pluton compliance, I understood that a TD could be fitted upto a 2006 but not beyond.

I will give Brett from 4wd a call tomorrow Nic and ask specifically about these dates. He does a heap of conversions. Ghee is that means you are limited to finding a written off car or engine out of a 2004 or later the pool just got very shallow!!

I will ask the question for you mate and see about a price from him for supply only.

[Hodge]

I understood that a TD could be fitted upto a 2006 but not beyond.


This is exactly what I was told when I began inquiring around for a 4.2 conversion. Which pretty much meant I hit a brick wall, with my GU.

[Alitis007]

Ok guys in Vic the adr's the car has to meet is for what ever is newer so, if the car is 04 and the motor is 2000 the car must emit no more emissions as the original motor did in '04 BUT if the car is '04 and the motor is '06 the car must now put out the same emissions as the motor did in when it came out from factory in '06. Thats my understanding of those rules.

I am also under the impression that cars the were opted with a motor, ie td42t you can change it from zd, rd, tb to the td without needing and engineers cert.

[ozjeff]

Man that sucks :(. What about a rebuilt ZD30 with full NADS done at the time of the motor install. Might be cheaper alternative than a conversion, as long as that keeps the grenade pin in for the rest of it's life.

[rusty_nail]

well, its been a while since i looked at this thread, but i have GREAT news. Got a text off MudrunnerTD this morning saying he had found a ZD30 motor for $600. Turns out its 15 minutes from my place, i know of the bloke, and got his number off a mate gave him a call and hes going to deliver it later today. i dont wanna get ahead of myself but i could even be driving down to the october meetup!!!

Dazz, if you werent already taken mate i would make you my wife right here and now! absolute legend.

[Bob]

Thats great news Nic. Hope it all goes well

[matfew]

that's awesome mate. what year zd? didn't really matter if it lasts a few years and goes again. gives you time to save for a td if that's the route you want to take eventually.

awesome news. I'm sure BA will get over jealous if you made darren your wife though haha.

[MudRunnerTD]

that's awesome mate. what year zd? didn't really matter if it lasts a few years and goes again. gives you time to save for a td if that's the route you want to take eventually.

awesome news. I'm sure BA will get over jealous if you made darren your wife though haha.

Pretty well what i said too Mat. he was quoted $4k for a ZD30 so this is a Bargain. If it lasts a Year at least he is driving the car. Let it blow and then go the TD42 with the money he saves. At least he is driving. Win! Cheap! Running.

It might last 2 years!

[NissanGQ4.2]

Great news Nic, might not be a TD but at least a cheap way of getting it back on the road.

Is the car still at your or did you end up taking it 2 your dads?

[NissanGQ4.2]

Pretty well what i said too Mat. he was quoted $4k for a ZD30 so this is a Bargain. If it lasts a Year at least he is driving the car. Let it blow and then go the TD42 with the money he saves. At least he is driving. Win! Cheap! Running.

It might last 2 years!

Would it be worth it for him 2 spend 1600 odd bucks and rebuild the new motor himself before putting it in? I suppose that really doesn't guarantee it will last any longer though.

[rusty_nail]

Great news Nic, might not be a TD but at least a cheap way of getting it back on the road.

Is the car still at your or did you end up taking it 2 your dads?

it actually went to my pops at woronora. so its nice and close =D

[rusty_nail]

Would it be worth it for him 2 spend 1600 odd bucks and rebuild the new motor himself before putting it in? I suppose that really doesn't guarantee it will last any longer though.

im going to do that with the old motor. rebuild and keep it as a spare or even sell it

[rusty_nail]

motor just got delivered. shes dirty, but i reckon it will clean up nicely!

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[Winnie]

Great news Nic! It should get you by for a while!

[NissanGQ4.2]

it actually went to my pops at woronora. so its nice and close =D

Probably an 1hr or so from here, If you get stuck and need an extra hand fitting 1 weekend just sing out.

[rusty_nail]

Probably an 1hr or so from here, If you get stuck and need an extra hand fitting 1 weekend just sing out.

thanks mate very generous. i should be right though, my uncle nad dad will be doing most of the work, the uncle used to be a mechanic too so im pretty sweet! =D

[Clunk]

Exceedingly good news mate, here's to getting back on the road :D

[NissanGQ4.2]

thanks mate very generous. i should be right though, my uncle nad dad will be doing most of the work, the uncle used to be a mechanic too so im pretty sweet! =D

I'll come and watch, also drink bourbons ( supplied by you ) just for the sake of it then *L*

[growler2058]

Sh1t Hot Nic
Well done Dazz
Forum love strikes again ay

[rusty_nail]

Sh1t Hot Nic
Well done Dazz
Forum love strikes again ay
If you could have asked me what I'm doing today that would have the last thing I would have expected. Dazz I can't thank you enough

[rkinsey]

Hey Nic,

Do you need a hand with your motor?

Cheers,

Rob

[rusty_nail]

Hey Nic,

Do you need a hand with your motor?

Cheers,

Rob

hey mate, thanks for the offer. i should be right though. the old man, my uncle and father in law will all be giving me a hand. i think any more hands than that and it would be abit too many. appreciate the offer though.

[rkinsey]

hey mate, thanks for the offer. i should be right though. the old man, my uncle and father in law will all be giving me a hand. i think any more hands than that and it would be abit too many. appreciate the offer though.

No worries at all Nic. Any time you need a hand just sing out

[Maxhead]

Good news Nico. no mucking around now mate, just whack it in and enjoy...lol

Good ol Daz to the rescue again, hey!

[Bloodyaussie]

I saw that motor on faceache and Daz was onto it like a rat up a drain pipe... makes me wonder if he has a life..lol.

Wish I could come and help you out mate but I am still in the thick of it myself... good luck mate !!

[crazyenough]

We should all go down, stand around, watch his family put the jigsaw puzzle together whilst we drink the gold stuff.:wink:

[Clunk]

so is it done yet???

[rusty_nail]

so is it done yet???

yeah mate i wish. i have a date of when its happening(ish) the plan at the moment is to do it in a fortnights time. it will probably be done the week after the vic meetup. reason being is he has to bring all the tools he needs to do the job. my father in law might not have everything needed (were doing the transplant at his)and it would be annoying if i had to go buy something we already had.

[AB]

Completely missed this, good score mate, Darren is all over finding bargains on the net!

[mudski]

Yeah Definitely a good score. Lets hope it lasts a bit though...

[Bloodyaussie]

Lets hope it lasts a bit though...

Wow how to fill the guy full of confidence......

Hey Nic do you want to borrow my compression tester?

[rusty_nail]

Wow how to fill the guy full of confidence......

Hey Nic do you want to borrow my compression tester?

meh its ok, im not holding my breath mate. dad checked the motor out last night he was really surprised, no oil leaks, everything looks OK, its just been sitting out in the weather so has abit of corrosion on it. I dont know how long this motor will last, but hopefully it will give me the time to save up for a td42 conversion. on the other hand, i might be lucky and it lasts.

as for the compression tester, thats ok mate, dad has one so i should be right cheers mate appreciate the offer

[Bloodyaussie]

I should have put "LOL" at the end of my comment as it may have been taken the wrong way.... oh the good ol LOL...

Your dads compression tester is a diesel one is it?

[rusty_nail]

its never too late to press that edit button bud... LOL

i know he has petrol but dunno about a diesel one. ill ask him today at some point and well go from there cheers matey

[rusty_nail]

its never too late to press that edit button bud... LOL

i know he has petrol but dunno about a diesel one. ill ask him today at some point and well go from there cheers matey

oh, and dad is always looking for an excuse to buy new toys so if he doesnt have one hell probably just go buy it hahah

[SG1]

Wow, what a read, pretty much a similar Patrol to what I'm looking for without the engine problem, I was like yay at the start of the thread to oh no by the middle and end, what amazed me was the support you have from forum members which fills me with a bit of confidence and the help that's been offered. Still worried tho buying a patrol because of this engine problems but it is the vehicle I'm after(if only it didn have the dam engine detonation thing), I really hope it works out for you and all goes well with you back on the road soon, look forward to reading more of this thread in future, good luck.

[Bob]

How is the new engine transplant going mate ???

[rusty_nail]

How is the new engine transplant going mate ???

slowly mate. the engine hasnt moved since i got it. im just waiting on dad. aparently he is coming to sydney next week with his tools so maybe we will get a chance to have a go at it then =D

[Stropp]

good luck with it mate, you deserve a break.

[fitzyfootlong]

Nice ride mate, you have a few mods I have been dreaming of for ages!

[Clunk]

Nice ride mate, you have a few mods I have been dreaming of for ages!

It would be if it were running :D

[rochjas]

Nic and Rod

Would mind catching up to say hi..... maybe over the next few weekends.... What do ya think ???

[rusty_nail]

Nic and Rod

Would mind catching up to say hi..... maybe over the next few weekends.... What do ya think ???

Mate, I would love to catch up, I'm always keen to meet more Sydney people. I'm not really sure on my movements over the next few weeks though as this weekend I'm towing my car up to Uralla to get it fixed with a trusted mechanic. I might be picking it up the following week or the week after but who knows? I'll keep you posted though.

[rochjas]

Uralla, wow thats a long way.... Mate if you need anything let me know..... or a chat over a beer..... Is the Patrol still down at the wonnie???

[rusty_nail]

Uralla, wow thats a long way.... Mate if you need anything let me know..... or a chat over a beer..... Is the Patrol still down at the wonnie???

sure is. but the old man knows best, im old enough to know to listen to my elders. ashamedly hes towing it up with my uncles 200 series land cruiser.

i appreciate the offer mate, more than happy to catch up for a beer when ever you like, i finish work every arvo at 3, dunno what you schedule is like but well tee something up/

[MudRunnerTD]

Good luck Nic, hope it goes well bud.

[NissanGQ4.2]

Good luck with it Nic, u know the offer is there if needed.

P.S: Where's my computer, movie, illegal pirated movies thread??? I've been searching all afternoon for it!

[growler2058]

Mate, I would love to catch up, I'm always keen to meet more Sydney people. I'm not really sure on my movements over the next few weeks though as this weekend I'm towing my car up to Uralla to get it fixed with a trusted mechanic. I might be picking it up the following week or the week after but who knows? I'll keep you posted though.

Beauty itll be ready for Krisso's then WOO HOO

[Clunk]

All the best Nic, here's to getting that wheezing 4 potter back on the road sooner rather than later :driving2:

[rusty_nail]

Good luck with it Nic, u know the offer is there if needed.

P.S: Where's my computer, movie, illegal pirated movies thread??? I've been searching all afternoon for it!

It's there now Todd

[rusty_nail]

Beauty itll be ready for Krisso's then WOO HOO

Absolutely mate, rego is due in December. I don't really want it to go over the pits so gotta get it done before then :P

[Maxhead]

Absolutely mate, rego is due in December. I don't really want it to go over the pits so gotta get it done before then :P

Good stuff Nicco, Can't wait!

[rusty_nail]

so i finally got the motor and car to a mechanic on friday. for any of those mechanically minded out there, is there anything that i should get him to do to the replacement motor before it goes in? hes already said he will do the rear main seal before putting it in but yeah can anyone else suggest anything else?

[Sir Roofy]

so i finally got the motor and car to a mechanic on friday. For any of those mechanically minded out there, is there anything that i should get him to do to the replacement motor before it goes in? Hes already said he will do the rear main seal before putting it in but yeah can anyone else suggest anything else?

dont forget to n.a.d.s it first up before going any where and put a decent catch can on
then we,l see you at krises

[Clunk]

Clutch?......

[Clunk]

Clutch?......

Scrap that, forgot you got an auto :D

[nissannewby]

Within your affordability anything that's a pain when the engine is installed. Water pump, tensioner, belt check fan condition just things like that.

[Sir Roofy]

Yes yes yes tensioner bearing could be changed if dicky or if the rest is suss
put a newy on if you can

[rusty_nail]

OK thanks guys I'll swing by the bloke and just let him know to do those things. I know he said water pump is OK. I already have the nads in Roofy got all the gear off mudski. But the tensioner and other things that are a pain to get to are a good idea.

[growler2058]

Sh1t Hot mate, I'm excited for it to be getting back on the tracks mate

[rusty_nail]

Sh1t Hot mate, I'm excited for it to be getting back on the tracks mate

haha mate, im stoked to be getting back on the tracks. the dualis just wasnt cutting it!

[rusty_nail]

another update. the new mechanic i have taken the car to says i should get the motor re-coed before i put it in. so ive given him the go ahead to send it off to someone who does it(he doesnt). im still keeping my fingers crossed for the oz day meetup but im not holding my breath.

[growler2058]

another update. the new mechanic i have taken the car to says i should get the motor re-coed before i put it in. so ive given him the go ahead to send it off to someone who does it(he doesnt). im still keeping my fingers crossed for the oz day meetup but im not holding my breath.

Mate you have no choice you and your troll have to be there

[rusty_nail]

Mate you have no choice you and your troll have to be there

im definately coming mate, unfortunately the troll may not... thats what i was saying

[MudRunnerTD]

another update. the new mechanic i have taken the car to says i should get the motor re-coed before i put it in. so ive given him the go ahead to send it off to someone who does it(he doesnt). im still keeping my fingers crossed for the oz day meetup but im not holding my breath.

Bugger! what was wrong with it? Just rings and bearings? is it cheaper to reco this engine than your original motor? Was it down on compression?

[rusty_nail]

Bugger! what was wrong with it? Just rings and bearings? is it cheaper to reco this engine than your original motor? Was it down on compression?

so his words were because i paid so little for it, and because of the exterior condition of the motor (poorly weathered, most of the holes etc not sealed, mud in places) he says he could put it in but there are no guarantees that the motor is gonna work after the install, and could end up costing me more money. i kind of agree with him, reco the motor, get it done properly the first time, NADS it straight away, and i should have a nice reliable car. as a rough timeframe, im seeing late feb as a completion date, being so close to christmas and all. although i could be wrong and the turn around time could be quicker than i think.

[Bob]

so his words were because i paid so little for it, and because of the exterior condition of the motor (poorly weathered, most of the holes etc not sealed, mud in places) he says he could put it in but there are no guarantees that the motor is gonna work after the install, and could end up costing me more money. i kind of agree with him, reco the motor, get it done properly the first time, NADS it straight away, and i should have a nice reliable car. as a rough timeframe, im seeing late feb as a completion date, being so close to christmas and all. although i could be wrong and the turn around time could be quicker than i think.

Good idea Rusty . Get it done right now for a long time trouble free motoring.

[rusty_nail]

Good idea Rusty . Get it done right now for a long time trouble free motoring.

yep and finally i can start enjoying my purchase! plenty of time to enjoy the car, i might as well get it done properly the first time

[MudRunnerTD]

YOu will be on a bloody winner then bud, drive with confidence.

[Bloodyaussie]

Best of luck Nic..... Have you been given a budget estimate ?

[rusty_nail]

Best of luck Nic..... Have you been given a budget estimate ?

he said around 3-4500 for the reco, (all rough of course) and then give or take on 10 hours for engine transplant. all up im in the ballpark of around or just above 5k he thinks.

hows your car going mate?

[Bloodyaussie]

he said around 3-4500 for the reco, (all rough of course) and then give or take on 10 hours for engine transplant. all up im in the ballpark of around or just above 5k he thinks.

hows your car going mate?

Yeah good mate.... its funny because almost as soon as I had my car sorted I thought of both you and George and if you guys will be on the road anytime soon..

I really hope this sorts itself mate as I kind of know what you are going through.... its stuff that is almost unnecessary to be worrying about.

The one thing that plays on your mind the most is am I doing the right thing.

[rusty_nail]

Yeah good mate.... its funny because almost as soon as I had my car sorted I thought of both you and George and if you guys will be on the road anytime soon..

I really hope this sorts itself mate as I kind of know what you are going through.... its stuff that is almost unnecessary to be worrying about.

The one thing that plays on your mind the most is am I doing the right thing.

mate, for me its not about am i doing the right thing, i know its the only thing i can do... i just bought the bloody thing for 18k, if i got rid of it i would make a massive loss within 12 months of owning the thing. the only thing that worries me, like everyone, is "How am i going to afford this" im trying to change my career, and in doing so will be taking a massive pay cut, and things are tight enough as it is at the moment. i could put off the career change but that is only gonna affect me more in the long run. on top of that i have a wedding and engagement party to save up and pay for within the next 15 months. ive got a tough time ahead i know that much.

[jay see]

mate, for me its not about am i doing the right thing, i know its the only thing i can do... i just bought the bloody thing for 18k, if i got rid of it i would make a massive loss within 12 months of owning the thing. the only thing that worries me, like everyone, is "How am i going to afford this" im trying to change my career, and in doing so will be taking a massive pay cut, and things are tight enough as it is at the moment. i could put off the career change but that is only gonna affect me more in the long run. on top of that i have a wedding and engagement party to save up and pay for within the next 15 months. ive got a tough time ahead i know that much.

Mate sort your career out first.
You need to be reasonably happy at work. As long as you can get there using any car. You mentioned wedding, don't forget kids, that there is another expense.
The fun of using a 4x4 for what its meant for will come.

I waited 4 years to get back into a 4x4, but my backyard is just about finished. The patrol is still a stockie, but I've just about saved enough for springs.
There's always going to be something just need to work out wants v needs.

I'm a believer that things will work out, but......
All in good time

[krbrooking]

Man just had a proper read of this thread. Sorry to hear bout the poor luck you have had of late. Hope it all works out man.

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[rusty_nail]

thanks kev, there will be a light at the end of the tunnel i just have to be patient

[Maxhead]

You'll be right Nic, you and Tegan have your heads screwed on so I'm sure you'll do the right thing mate.

[rochjas]

Hey Nic

How's the engine reco going????

Cheers Jason

[rusty_nail]

Hey Nic

How's the engine reco going????

Cheers Jason

hey jason,

its at ANOTHER mechanic, he is a diesel specialist, he has finally started the work. the plan of attack from him is:

send away and test/recondition injector pump and replace if needed
replace cooked piston, and check for other damage and replace as needed.
refit NADS kit and start with a nice fresh motor

budget has gone up (injector pump could be an expensive bit) but at least there is some movement on the whole ordeal. hes closed for chrissy, and returns on the 5th, no idea on ETA at the moment, but keeping my fingers crossed for the meetup on australia day.

cheers,

Nic

[Winnie]

hey jason,

its at ANOTHER mechanic, he is a diesel specialist, he has finally started the work. the plan of attack from him is:

send away and test/recondition injector pump and replace if needed
replace cooked piston, and check for other damage and replace as needed.
refit NADS kit and start with a nice fresh motor

budget has gone up (injector pump could be an expensive bit) but at least there is some movement on the whole ordeal. hes closed for chrissy, and returns on the 5th, no idea on ETA at the moment, but keeping my fingers crossed for the meetup on australia day.

cheers,

Nic

At least there is something happening mate and it is gonna be done 100% properly

[rusty_nail]

At least there is something happening mate and it is gonna be done 100% properly

yep this guy is old school, hes an old wog fella, seemed pretty upfront about everything, and everything he said made sense, not just upselling etc. i asked him about a motor conversion but he said he wouldnt do it, he said too hard to source parts in the future, he said keep it original, get everything working properly and start with a nice solid motor from fresh and i will not have the grenade problem. he seemed to think that the injector pump was the main contributor in the grenade problem and having at tested and replaced or reco'ed will sort out that shit for good =D

[MudRunnerTD]

Excellent mate, what are you doing with that other engine I found you?

[rusty_nail]

Excellent mate, what are you doing with that other engine I found you?

the mechanic reckons its shit, its been out in the weather too long and would need to be reconditioned. so he will send both the injector pumps away, if one is good then happy days. and hell sort out if anything needs to be pulled off it to be put onto my motor. im not too sure how else it will help tho =D

[MudRunnerTD]

Damn really! Was hoping it would give you a year mate.

[rusty_nail]

Damn really! Was hoping it would give you a year mate.

Meh it was worth a shot mate, thanks for thinking of me

[rusty_nail]

so i got down to the mechanic this arvo to grab some stuff outta the car and WOOHOOO check it out fellas! he was in the process of pulling the gearbox out followed by the motor. i have to say im absolutely effing stoked! work has finally begun on the car. this new mechanic seems to have it together. hes only had it since december and he was due to close the week it went to him. ive been giving him $$$ every pay(fortnight) too so i can lessen the bill when it finally comes in lol. its been 6 months in the making but i think about another month and ill be back and on the road in the old girl! pretty happy hey!!!

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[Bloodyaussie]

so i got down to the mechanic this arvo to grab some stuff outta the car and WOOHOOO check it out fellas! he was in the process of pulling the gearbox out followed by the motor. i have to say im absolutely effing stoked! work has finally begun on the car. this new mechanic seems to have it together. hes only had it since december and he was due to close the week it went to him. ive been giving him $$$ every pay(fortnight) too so i can lessen the bill when it finally comes in lol. its been 6 months in the making but i think about another month and ill be back and on the road in the old girl! pretty happy hey!!!

54130

Woot woot !!!!!

[Rocket55]

Great news Nic! You definitely seemed to have an extra pep in your step this afternoon!

[AB]

so i got down to the mechanic this arvo to grab some stuff outta the car and WOOHOOO check it out fellas! he was in the process of pulling the gearbox out followed by the motor. i have to say im absolutely effing stoked! work has finally begun on the car. this new mechanic seems to have it together. hes only had it since december and he was due to close the week it went to him. ive been giving him $$$ every pay(fortnight) too so i can lessen the bill when it finally comes in lol. its been 6 months in the making but i think about another month and ill be back and on the road in the old girl! pretty happy hey!!! <img src="http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=54130"/>

Great news Nicco, looking forward to seeing the beast back in action!

[MudRunnerTD]

Great stuff Nic. You deserve to have the car running faultlessly for many years bud.

[mudski]

Great news mate. You have my number, anything you need, or want ordered in, let my me know and ill sort it for you.

[Alitis007]

Great news Nic!! When do we get to see the v8 supercharged twin turbo beasty on the tracks??

[rusty_nail]

Great news Nic!! When do we get to see the v8 supercharged twin turbo beasty on the tracks??

lol nah mate, not doing anything stupid, im just repairing the old motor and making a motor that lasts me for many years

[Alitis007]

You making it CRD??? Or you're just saying yeah making it all standard nek minnut BOOM 12second patrol!!!!

[Maxhead]

Mate, he's bloody slow. Tell him where to go and get someone decent =D

.....on the move

[rusty_nail]

You making it CRD??? Or you're just saying yeah making it all standard nek minnut BOOM 12second patrol!!!!

yeah mate, still going the grenade. but im sure that if its done properly it shant be a problem! thats what he thinks, im sure you get upset when people dont believe you as a mechanic and want to go another way! =D

[Alitis007]

yeah mate, still going the grenade. but im sure that if its done properly it shant be a problem! thats what he thinks, im sure you get upset when people dont believe you as a mechanic and want to go another way! =D

As a mechanic you get paid to know not think coz it gets expensive real quick lol at the end of the day its your call so the rest is bull. Anyway ill talk to you on the weekend mate

[threedogs]

Good decision re building your motor and not going done the conversion path.
Too many things to go wrong let alone what parts fit where, Trust me I know.
Ill never do a motor swap again. Looking forward to your comments when you
have your NEW ride back on the road

Just read through this thread one thing keeps popping up in regards to NADS.
Everyone is going by Mudski's figures problem is he drives a manual so revs
are completely different to an auto. Not putting Mark down or anything just saying
we are not comparing the same thing, Ive been driving around lately
[burbs] in the lower range on the auto which is more in line with the Manual.
Egt's dont go over 200c , so when you set the dawes up with your new motor
this might give you something to think about, set cruising boost to revs not KPH
I made the same mistake

[Alitis007]

Going from Di to CRD is not really a conversion, its more of a upgrade coz they're both ZD30'S just the crds are better imho

[rusty_nail]

Going from Di to CRD is not really a conversion, its more of a upgrade coz they're both ZD30'S just the crds are better imho

would need engineering for that tho right? oh well the ball is rolling on this one, ill be happy just to get the car back on the road =D

[BigRAWesty]

would need engineering for that tho right? oh well the ball is rolling on this one, ill be happy just to get the car back on the road =D

Imo it would be like a tb42 carby to efi conversion.
Yours would be direct injection to common rail.

[Bloodyaussie]

Hey Nic is there any news mate??????

[rusty_nail]

Hey Nic is there any news mate??????

i get paid tomorrow mate, so ill be delivering another $500 to him(as i have been doing for the last $2500) and ill see whats happening. last week i got the dualis serviced with him and he mentioned the head was off, and (i think) that the injector pump was with/had been sent to denco. so well just have to see whats happened since last week!

[rusty_nail]

would i be correct in assuiming that this (https://www.dencodiesel.com/diesel-injector-pumps/4913-exchange-fuel-pump-nissan-zd30-patrol-3ltr.html)is the correct injector pump for my patrol? if so can any on the diesel pros on here(like nissanewby) advise if its any good? i believe that either my pump will be reconditioned or replaced by denco(who my mechanic swears by) but he said they were very dear. truth be told i hadnt looked up the price till now, and reckon that price isnt too bad, i had expected alot more from the way he was talking lol

[Maxhead]

would i be correct in assuiming that this (https://www.dencodiesel.com/diesel-injector-pumps/4913-exchange-fuel-pump-nissan-zd30-patrol-3ltr.html)is the correct injector pump for my patrol? if so can any on the diesel pros on here(like nissanewby) advise if its any good? i believe that either my pump will be reconditioned or replaced by denco(who my mechanic swears by) but he said they were very dear. truth be told i hadnt looked up the price till now, and reckon that price isnt too bad, i had expected alot more from the way he was talking lol

Strange it sais for Patrol in the heading and then Nivara in the description. I reckon you might have to check the number on the pump...but what would I know so don't listen to me...hahaha
edit: but the VP44 is the correct pump

[Clunk]

Isn't it the same 3ltr as they used in the d22 navara?

[Alitis007]

Only difference would be from a di and crd at a guess

[Rumcajs]

You have to make sure it is correct model. There was a change over from Zexel to Bosch unit with corresponding ECU change as well around 2004 series 3 to 4.

Navara has lower power output as well, MAF less tune and fixed geometry turbo so fuelling is different to Patrols.

Regards

[Rocket55]

How's it going Nic, it has to be getting close now...

[Bloodyaussie]

Hey Nic any updates mate??? been more than 2 weeks since the last report.

[NissanGQ4.2]

Hey Nic any updates mate??? been more than 2 weeks since the last report.

Yeh he traded it in on a GQ

[rusty_nail]

Nah still nothing guys. I'm just patiently waiting the ball is rolling and I'm happy knowing that much. I didn't give him any money his week I bought a phone instead lol. It will get there when it gets there. It's been this long another month or too isn't gonna hurt lol. I just hope it's fixed before 12 months goes by lol. July was when it blew up so yeah I hope it's done before then

[AB]

Nah still nothing guys. I'm just patiently waiting the ball is rolling and I'm happy knowing that much. I didn't give him any money his week I bought a phone instead lol. It will get there when it gets there. It's been this long another month or too isn't gonna hurt lol. I just hope it's fixed before 12 months goes by lol. July was when it blew up so yeah I hope it's done before then

Yeah wow mate, it's been a while.

You need to get back into it!

Let us know if we can help out in finding parts or labour or something to get you back into it ;)

[jay see]

Good attitude to have Nic.
Good things take time. Life goes on.:)

[katwoman]

Yeah wow mate, it's been a while. You need to get back into it! Let us know if we can help out in finding parts or labour or something to get you back into it ;)

Yeah. Hurry up, Nick !!

[Maxhead]

Sack the mechanic!!!!

[rusty_nail]

Yeah wow mate, it's been a while.


Yeah. Hurry up, Nick !!


Sack the mechanic!!!!

yeah it has been a while but the current bloke has had it the least amount of time out of anyone, and hes done the most work on it by far. hes only had it since christmas so im happy with how much work has been done. As Jay see said, good things take time and i would rather he was slow and did it properly rather than rush it and stuff sh!t up.

[Maxhead]

Remind me not to take any computers to you to get fixed...LOL BTW any more laptops?? I got $150 each for the last 4 you gave us....bwahahah

[rusty_nail]

Remind me not to take any computers to you to get fixed...LOL BTW any more laptops?? I got $150 each for the last 4 you gave us....bwahahah

do you really need more? lol ill keep an eye out at work although they are getting harder to find lol

[rusty_nail]

also i pride myself on fixing computers really really quickly tyvm!

[NissanGQ4.2]

Remind me not to take any computers to you to get fixed...LOL BTW any more laptops?? I got $150 each for the last 4 you gave us....bwahahah

Is that all....... I got 500 each

[katwoman]

yeah it has been a while but the current bloke has had it the least amount of time out of anyone, and hes done the most work on it by far. hes only had it since christmas so im happy with how much work has been done. As Jay see said, good things take time and i would rather he was slow and did it properly rather than rush it and stuff sh!t up.

Blah, blah, blah. We have heaps of tracks here with your name on them.

[m4tho]

I've just read through your post Rusty and I've bought a Series IV Patrol with a rebuilt long motor. I was told the motor was cooked thus requiring a new one.
I've had a couple of thing goes wrong with it, the main one was front crank seal leaking and Starter motor. It never had any NADS installed except for the EGR plate but having the needle valve has made a big difference to the engine.
One thing i would put on your shopping list is a new MAF sensor. Mine wasn't throwing any codes but it was very doughy down low and after putting in a new one, it made a world of different.
The ZD30 isn't too bad of an engine but they don't like high exhaust temps. I hope you hear you're back on the road soon and enjoy what is an awesome 4x4.
BTW I have an auto too and coupled to a ZD30 is a great combo

[rusty_nail]

so i guess the feeling that im feeling right now would be... elation.

i just got a phone call from charlie, the mechanic who is fixing the car. he said that by either next week or the week after the car should be ready! he has replaced the pistons, hes done something with the turbo(no idea what) the head was cracked but hes fixing that, the injector pump is on its way back and should be in in the next few days, and yeah he thinks that next week or the week after it WILL BE BACK ON THE ROAD AGAIN!!!!!

so bloody excited hey, i cant wait to be back in the damm thing! haha!!!

[Winnie]

Hell yeah Nic!!! I can't wait til you are back in the rig!

[Bob]

so i guess the feeling that im feeling right now would be... elation.

i just got a phone call from charlie, the mechanic who is fixing the car. he said that by either next week or the week after the car should be ready! he has replaced the pistons, hes done something with the turbo(no idea what) the head was cracked but hes fixing that, the injector pump is on its way back and should be in in the next few days, and yeah he thinks that next week or the week after it WILL BE BACK ON THE ROAD AGAIN!!!!!

so bloody excited hey, i cant wait to be back in the damm thing! haha!!!

That is great News Rusty.
Hope you have many K's of Motoring

[NissanGQ4.2]

Awesome news mate, sounds like you will have 2 come down for a drive and a beer n BBQ the weekend its ready......just so u can test it out :)

[Bloodyaussie]

That is fricking awesome mate..... bitter sweet but you will be back out there soon.... I cant wait mate !!!!!!!

[Maxhead]

Bloody slow Nic but glad you're ganna be on the road soooooon mate...lool

[rusty_nail]

Bloody slow Nic but glad you're ganna be on the road soooooon mate...lool

its its registered and back on the road by the time i come to yours i know what ill be driving down!

[Maxhead]

its its registered and back on the road by the time i come to yours i know what ill be driving down!


Haha, was thinking that ! Cheap trip if we take the work car though:)

[AB]

so i guess the feeling that im feeling right now would be... elation.

i just got a phone call from charlie, the mechanic who is fixing the car. he said that by either next week or the week after the car should be ready! he has replaced the pistons, hes done something with the turbo(no idea what) the head was cracked but hes fixing that, the injector pump is on its way back and should be in in the next few days, and yeah he thinks that next week or the week after it WILL BE BACK ON THE ROAD AGAIN!!!!!

so bloody excited hey, i cant wait to be back in the damm thing! haha!!!

Awesome news mate!!!

[rusty_nail]

Haha, was thinking that ! Cheap trip if we take the work car though:)

yeah i mean ill drive it to yours lol i wont be able to afford to drive to melb after just playing the mechanic. ill barely be able to afford to come haha!

[Sir Roofy]

excellent news mate wont be long now

[cgm]

Hope it all comes together soon as planned Rusty. Sure will be exciting for you to get back on the road! Great news.

[Rossco]

Bloody good news Nicko, good to hear mate. You'll be back in the bush in no time:)

[Maxhead]

yeah i mean ill drive it to yours lol i wont be able to afford to drive to melb after just playing the mechanic. ill barely be able to afford to come haha!

You wont need to pay any money if you keep playing with the mechanic mate :) Each to their own I suppose...lol

[katwoman]

So, we'll see you at Aberfeldy then? Great news. You must be stoked.

[rusty_nail]

So, we'll see you at Aberfeldy then? Great news. You must be stoked.

tbh i hadnt even looked kat, i doubt uill be able to afford anything for a while. ill be borrowing the money from everywhere. so all that will need to be paid back =D

[Clunk]

its its registered and back on the road by the time i come to yours i know what ill be driving down!

Your neighbours landrover freelander?

[MudRunnerTD]

That's great news mate. can't wait to finally see it!!

[matfew]

Awesome news mate I'd be itching to get back in it.

Maybe just use krisos fuel card to drive that down :D

[mudski]

Top stuff Nic. I bet your glad this is nearly over.

[rusty_nail]

Top stuff Nic. I bet your glad this is nearly over.

yes mate i cant wait to be back in it and driving around!

[Clunk]

Tis good news indeed

[Rocket55]

Great news Nic!

[rusty_nail]

car is back on the road.i picked it up yesterday. i spent all day today cut and polishing it and i still have sooooo much work to do to clean it up again haha. im pretty bloody happy to have it back. already had 1 hiccup tho which couldnt be avoided. took it for a quick spin yesterday and i think the idle pulley is gone on the alternator is gone so i have a nice big squeal atm. the mechanic couldnt have known, it wasnt squealing when i left his workshop, and its probably siezed up over the months from dissuse. i bumped in to him at the shops this arvo and he said hell fix it up tomorrow for me.

anyway, like i said im bloody stoked to be back on the road, cant wait to him some tracks and do some camping with everyone.

[BigRAWesty]

Awesome stuff bloke.
A good ending. Been a long road. Now you get to enjoy it.

[Maxhead]

so i have a nice big squeal atm. the mechanic couldnt have known, it wasnt squealing when i left his workshop, and its probably siezed up over the months from dissuse. i bumped in to him at the shops this arvo and he said hell fix it up tomorrow for me.

He sprayed wd40 in it to get you out of the shop

[jay see]

Good to hear.

[rusty_nail]

He sprayed wd40 in it to get you out of the shop

Haha I don't think so, I sprayed it with lanox this arvo and it fixed it for about 2 mins then the noise came back

[cgm]

Great news!

[Rossco]

Good news nicko, long time coming but worth the wait, glad your back on the road mate. :)

[Bob]

Good to see you back on the road again Nick.
Here's to many years of trouble free motoring

[Rocket55]

Great news Nic, glad to see your up and running again. Mine died last night so might have to wait a tiny bit before we go out. Nothing major, just a clutch slave cylinder, more just a pain in the butt. I look forward to catching up.

[rusty_nail]

Great news Nic, glad to see your up and running again. Mine died last night so might have to wait a tiny bit before we go out. Nothing major, just a clutch slave cylinder, more just a pain in the butt. I look forward to catching up.

let me know if you wanna hand to replace it, ive done one before im sure you know its not too hard? once i get the pulley sorted i might come up and pop in for a beer or a coffee and you can see the truck?

[threedogs]

Good stuff Rusty many many miles ahead of you now eh.

[Clunk]

nice one mate, lets hope it's here for the long haul.......... :blowup:

[Rocket55]

let me know if you wanna hand to replace it, ive done one before im sure you know its not too hard? once i get the pulley sorted i might come up and pop in for a beer or a coffee and you can see the truck?

Hopefully I pick the parts up on Thursday, so a job for Friday, maybe even Thursday evening, should be pretty straight forward... Welcome to drop in anytime mate for a beer, just call first to make sure I'm home :-)