Gday everyone,
Just bought my first patrol after owning a td5 Defender for 10+ years.
I went for the patrol for the bullet proof drive line and the looks to be honest. I've always had a soft spot for the late model GUs.
I picked up a 2011 CRD automatic full grandpa spec. Alloy bar, mild lift, IPF spotties (not working), a redarc brake controller and dual battery solenoid and a complete service history for all 200,000kms.
Been driving it about a week and really like it, like driving a big couch!
I don't want to mod it too much, my old Defender didn't have a bolt on it I hadn't turned and I'd rather like to just drive this one! My I aspiration is the Ultimate9 GU. In no particular order, looking at:
Good tyres, maybe 285/75/17s
Winch, thinking a hi speed low-mount runva on a stealth mount.
Maybe a snorkel?
Rear cargo barrier/rear shelf?
It's got some niggles I'd love some feedback on:
1. Slow to start. It turns quick for 5-10 seconds before starting. I noticed the fuel primer bulb has a small split so I've ordered a new one, will see if that helps but are there any other common checks?
2. Bit of transmission shudder. Happens when coming back on to power after coasting at speeds over 70-80 km/h. Trans fluid levels look fine and fluid looks OK, any thoughts? Is this just life with an older auto patrol or should I take it to a specialist?
3. A bit gutless at higher speeds. The engine revs easily but trying to accelerate up hill it just doesn't love it. Again is this just life with a CRD Patrol? It's not blowing heaps of soot or anything that I can tell, if anything feels under-fuelled. Could it be the prime bulb?
Anyway, glad of any replies and still loving a rig that doesn't let water pour in through the body gaps during a bit of rain haha!
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