New owner of an oldie

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...

Hi and welcome to Nissans Nut House

Tim

G'day

Welcome to the forum and glad to have you here.

Take care out there.

Ross
DX grunt

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

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

1988 to 1997 is GQ and 98 on is GU does that help and the engine is a td42

Welcome to the friendliest forum on earth. You will find all you need and want here, plus more.
Enjoy your stay.

G'day mate welcome to the forum and to oz they're a good friendly mob here full of helpful info and advice

Welcome to the forum.
For someone who knows nothing about the Patrol range you just bought one of the best.

Tony

Welcome to the forum mate, feel free to ask any questions and join in the conversations.

Welcome to the forum mate

G'Day and welcome to the forum mate

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!!

good to see yet another convert to the patrol welcome onboard

Welcome Mate. Hope you get lots of enjoyment out of your new ride and also this Forum

Wecome to the forum mate. Have fun in the Patrol. I have fun in Mine.
Nobby

welcome aboard mate

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Originally Posted by timbar

1988 to 1997 is GQ and 98 on is GU does that help and the engine is a td42

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Thanks mate. Does the td42 not mean a turbo diesel?

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Originally Posted by rfrom7inoz

Thanks mate. Does the td42 not mean a turbo diesel?

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

Tony

Welcome mate, have a poke around & join in when your ready.

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Originally Posted by YNOT

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

Tony

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Excellent, thanks.

So, have you picked up your Patrol? if so,we like to see pictures. Please..

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Originally Posted by katwoman

So, have you picked up your Patrol? if so,we like to see pictures. Please..

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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.

Well, this is us

very nice. Similar colour to Katrol..

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!

I hear ya. welcome to the world of 4WD

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.

g'day mate welcome aboard the forum, top job on the purchase by the way....... now time for some fun lol

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

Thanks everyone

Hey, welcome to the country and the forum!

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