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rfrom7inoz
14th April 2011, 11:33 PM
Hi All,

Just moved to Australia and needed a used car at a good price until we have settled and have a bigger budget.

Our sensible search was a sedan, but, being outdoor people, both my wife and I have been itching for a 4x4. On our searches I stumbled across a '94 4.2l diesel DX Patrol. Now I have no knowledge of the Patrol range, always thought I would get a land cruiser one day (oops did i say that out loud :-) ), but when I met my Patrol it was love at first sight!

Had her checked out by a trusted mechanic and he's impressed, so we should be getting her tomorrow afternoon. I know it's a bit of a risky buy, mileage and age etc... but here we go :1087:

Anyway see ya later...
Finly Owner
14th April 2011, 11:48 PM
Hi and welcome to Nissans Nut House

Tim
DX grunt
14th April 2011, 11:58 PM
G'day

Welcome to the forum and glad to have you here.

Take care out there.

Ross
DX grunt
timbar
15th April 2011, 12:01 AM
G'day mate - welcome aboard join in and have fun mate plenty to do see and if u have any problems just ask and im sure u will get an answer ENJOY and WELCOME

Tim
rfrom7inoz
15th April 2011, 12:06 AM
Thanks all.

Now to show my ignorance.... as I said, I have a '94 DX 4.2l diesel. where does the GQ/GU fit in?
How do i find out exactly which model patrol i have?

thx
timbar
15th April 2011, 12:43 AM
1988 to 1997 is GQ and 98 on is GU does that help and the engine is a td42
katwoman
15th April 2011, 01:06 AM
Welcome to the friendliest forum on earth. You will find all you need and want here, plus more.
Enjoy your stay.
growler2058
15th April 2011, 05:04 AM
G'day mate welcome to the forum and to oz they're a good friendly mob here full of helpful info and advice
YNOT
15th April 2011, 05:45 AM
Welcome to the forum.
For someone who knows nothing about the Patrol range you just bought one of the best.

Tony
AB
15th April 2011, 07:19 AM
Welcome to the forum mate, feel free to ask any questions and join in the conversations.
Dhuck
15th April 2011, 07:29 AM
Welcome to the forum mate
Maxhead
15th April 2011, 07:31 AM
G'Day and welcome to the forum mate
Bigrig
15th April 2011, 07:33 AM
G'day mate - welcome aboard. Great people, information and laughs on here mate, so feel free to join in and make the most of it. Enjoy!!
my third 256
15th April 2011, 07:45 AM
good to see yet another convert to the patrol welcome onboard
Bob
15th April 2011, 08:04 AM
Welcome Mate. Hope you get lots of enjoyment out of your new ride and also this Forum
Nobby
15th April 2011, 08:15 AM
Wecome to the forum mate. Have fun in the Patrol. I have fun in Mine.
Nobby
Sir Roofy
15th April 2011, 09:57 AM
welcome aboard mate
rfrom7inoz
15th April 2011, 03:21 PM
1988 to 1997 is GQ and 98 on is GU does that help and the engine is a td42

Thanks mate. Does the td42 not mean a turbo diesel?
YNOT
15th April 2011, 04:24 PM
Thanks mate. Does the td42 not mean a turbo diesel?

TD42 = 4.2 diesel naturally aspirated
TD42T = 4.2 turbo diesel
TD42Ti = 4.2 turbo diesel intercooled

Tony
Dark 1
16th April 2011, 08:50 AM
Welcome mate, have a poke around & join in when your ready.
rfrom7inoz
16th April 2011, 07:59 PM
TD42 = 4.2 diesel naturally aspirated
TD42T = 4.2 turbo diesel
TD42Ti = 4.2 turbo diesel intercooled

Tony

Excellent, thanks.
katwoman
17th April 2011, 03:16 AM
So, have you picked up your Patrol? if so,we like to see pictures. Please..
rfrom7inoz
17th April 2011, 03:21 AM
So, have you picked up your Patrol? if so,we like to see pictures. Please..

Yeah, got it Friday afternoon. Been playing around on any gravel roads I can find, and I'm now even more excited. Will try uplaod a pic shortly.
rfrom7inoz
17th April 2011, 03:38 AM
Well, this is us
katwoman
17th April 2011, 03:41 AM
very nice. Similar colour to Katrol..
rfrom7inoz
17th April 2011, 03:48 AM
Yeah, always been my fav colour. Was super stoked find this one. Already browsing for a roof carrier "rack" and some spotlights. Got to watch the budget tho, i see i'm gonna easily spend more "dressing her up" than what i even paid for her!
katwoman
17th April 2011, 04:02 AM
I hear ya. welcome to the world of 4WD
rfrom7inoz
17th April 2011, 04:06 AM
haha... yeah, my wifes into horses, and i've often seen a bumper sticker on a float that says: "into horses, outta cash". I think that can be very easily applied to 4WD.
Anyhow, time for some sleep. See u later.
Clunk
17th April 2011, 06:05 PM
g'day mate welcome aboard the forum, top job on the purchase by the way....... now time for some fun lol
wildgu6
17th April 2011, 11:08 PM
Welcome aboard buddy, SA great to have you on board.
Dont forget to vote in the poll, which state your from, find it in the general disc' section. SA got some catchin up to do.
Great bunch of people here with a s*** load of knowledge, experience and adventures to share.
Plenty of good laughs along the way as well.
Surf around and join in where ever you feel comfortable.

Hope you have a great 2011.
stay safe & Enjoy the ride.


Cheers Pete
rfrom7inoz
18th April 2011, 11:16 PM
Thanks everyone
mrcrazydude
20th April 2011, 08:19 PM
Hey, welcome to the country and the forum!
patch697
3rd May 2011, 06:53 PM
To all new members & those member who have joined in the last 4 months I'd like to introduce myself

Hi all my name is Paul (patch697) & I am the Super Moderator here on the forum. I have been away for a spell & there will be a lot of new members who haven't met me yet so I'd like to extend a worm welcome from myself to you all & if you have any question or need any help don't hesitate to ask.

I hope you all enjoy the forum.

Cheers
Paul