Cars & Motorbikes 4x4 Advice

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  1. The Y-man

    The Y-man Moderator Staff Member

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    It's had a prang or hard hit... and not repaired.

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  2. robbie_p

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  3. Kesse

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    If it were me I'd be moving on to the next one.

    That sucks.
     
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  4. robbie_p

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  5. Scott No Mates

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    I thought point 14 was the biggie
     
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  6. bob shovel

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    Wow very thorough list! Although a big chunk are wear and tear. The fuel tank is a strange one.

    Did the owner have much to say?
     
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  7. Rex

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    You'll probably find numbers 13, 40, 41 on most Patrols, common issues that are easy fixes.
     
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  8. willair

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    39 Expansion Tank Expansion tank empty at time of inspection
    40 Serpentine belt Drivebelt operation noisy
    40 Tensioner/Idler Tensioner is weak/erratic/bouncing in operation
    41 Intercooler Core Intercooler core leaking

    All that this tells you this motor may well have been running without any coolant and these motors produce extreme horsepower and large amounts of heat,and if the belts and tensioners are no good then the water pump will also need to be serviced plus thermostat ..might be better to let someone else buy this car..
     
    willair, 26th Aug, 2018
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  9. robbie_p

    robbie_p Well-Known Member

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    Pulled the plug on the purchase of the 2008 Nissan Patrol, ended up knocking off $4k for the 2010 Nissan Patrol (112,000 kms, Diesel, Auto). Got it yesterday and i'm VERY happy with it!
     

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  10. bob shovel

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    Congrats!
    I might fly up and buy the other one (not the dud)
     
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    I recently bought a Colorado Z71. 5 year unlimited KM warranty was certainly a large factor. Also you can push the Holden dealers bigtime at the moment because they aren't selling many cars. Just coming up to 10,000km and thus far it has been faultless.
     
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  12. robbie_p

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    Out of interest, i obviously pulled out of the last purchase. Is my $250 deposit refundable? The purchase was subject to mechanical inspection.
     
    robbie_p, 27th Aug, 2018
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  13. robbie_p

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    Hey guys,

    Just wanted to let you know that I’m loving the new patrol. We did Bribie island a month ago, great fun!

    I bought myself a booked called “4WD Treks close to Brisbane”, so we a planning a 4x4 trek / camp next weekend in the D’Agluilar National Park.

    As for 4x4 Supercentre, I feel like a kid in a candy store! So much cool stuff I have bought there.

    Once again, thank you all for all the great advice.

    Cheers,
    Robbie
     
    robbie_p, 5th Oct, 2018
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  14. willair

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    Try this site ,as a lot are free camping ..

    Campgrounds near BRISBANE ADELAIDE STREET, QLD
     
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  15. Rex

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    Good to hear, next you'll be planning a Cape York trip :)
     
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    D’Agluilar National Park was amazing.. we took a wrong turn and ended up tackling "A break".. wow what an experience.. but the patrol chewed up those climbs!!!! Very happy
     
    robbie_p, 15th Oct, 2018
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    Was actually watching some vibs on youtube.. thats is waaaaaay out of my league at the moment!
     
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  18. TAJ

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    If you head to Cape York in the dry season as opposed to the "Wet" it is very doable. Hundreds if not thousands do it. A vehicle with a snorkel is mandatory and travelling in a convoy is always a good idea.
    There are many river crossings, and of course the infamous "Gunshot" to navigate through; but, if you take your time and prepare well there will be less hassle. Great part of Australia to have a look at.
     
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  19. robbie_p

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    I was wondering if there is a online 4x4 community (forum, facebook group etc) somewhere out there?

    Everyone on this thread has been very helpful, but this is a property investing forum, so I'm looking a larger group of 4x4 enthusiasts :)
     
    robbie_p, 15th Oct, 2018
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  20. Kesse

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    Kesse, 15th Oct, 2018
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