Well I test drove the new Navara ...

biggy82 · Postby **biggy82** » May 25th, 2009, 1:42 pm

the only major problem with my Nav was the fuel system and regular treatments plus the Algae-X filter has tken care of that.

being the smallest engine of the lot, it is understandable why it has to rev higher to get the same power....but it is still the most powerful in its class

the non-protection of the TC is easily fixed by adding a skid plate....again this is owner choice cos only the owner will know what he wants to subject his truck to

for me, Navara FTW! :mrgreen:

kriticalkase · Postby **kriticalkase** » May 25th, 2009, 8:49 pm

just want to say job well done to all the navara owners who have shared their expereinces and solutions. know every piece of info will assist present & future owners.

Mr. Go Slow · Postby **Mr. Go Slow** » May 25th, 2009, 9:15 pm

kriticalkase wrote:just want to say job well done to all the navara owners who have shared their expereinces and solutions. know every piece of info will assist present & future owners.

I concur ... An informed decision is the only one that should ever be considered.

ray d saint · Postby **ray d saint** » June 1st, 2009, 2:39 pm

BUMP...

just keeping the 'prefered' 4x4 on 'top' in the forum... :mrgreen:

neckto · Postby **neckto** » June 2nd, 2009, 9:47 am

jed i tried to get the "preffered 4 X 4 " but i cant qualify for that amt from the bank so looks like 4 X 2 or used for me

Postby **Greypatch** » June 2nd, 2009, 11:59 am

do you really need to go off road ?

originalbling · Postby **originalbling** » June 2nd, 2009, 1:53 pm

So how much "light offroading" can the 4x2 handle? An unpaved/dirt road after rain falls, a light beach run, driving through some bush to get to say from main road to beach?

Wrt the issues with the navaras locally so far:

Issue#1
Sensitive Common rail fuel system

Fix: instal Algae-X

Issue#2
Squeaky bolts

Fix: Grease and use locktite

Issue#3
Diff backlash

Fix ?????

Issue#4
Squeaky leaf springs

Fix: Replace with Telfon

Issue#5
Unprotected transfer case

Fix: Install skid plate

Postby **Greypatch** » June 2nd, 2009, 2:40 pm

u cover basicall everything dey so far pallies...

ray d saint · Postby **ray d saint** » June 2nd, 2009, 3:06 pm

I think for the diff backlash, I would suggest not to accelerate suddenly and then let go of the gas peddle, dat is one of the main causes of diff backlash. Accelerate at an even steady pace and u will be good to go.

biggy82 · Postby **biggy82** » June 2nd, 2009, 4:05 pm

originalbling wrote:So how much "light offroading" can the 4x2 handle? An unpaved/dirt road after rain falls, a light beach run, driving through some bush to get to say from main road to beach?

yep...at least 30-60 mins exercise per month

originalbling wrote:Issue#1
Sensitive Common rail fuel system

Fix: instal Algae-X

Also: try to fill up at stations that have an above ground diesel storage tank or have a very high turnover. ask the taxi / maxi men in your area...they know where to get good diesel 8-)

originalbling wrote:Issue#2
Squeaky bolts

Fix: Grease and use locktite

those bolts are in a place where they stay wet for long periods. suggest sourcing stainless steel bolts as replacements

originalbling wrote:Issue#3
Diff backlash

Fix ?????

none. once the diff play is within tolerances, dsi. it works itself out after a while (>20,000 kms for me)

originalbling wrote:Issue#4
Squeaky leaf springs

Fix: Replace with Telfon

amm, not the leaf springs per se. the shock absorbing "bushings" between the leaves. also, a regular application of the lubricant will work

originalbling wrote:Issue#5
Unprotected transfer case

Fix: Install skid plate

unprotected is a matter of owner opinion. depends on how much offroading you plan to do.

originalbling · Postby **originalbling** » June 2nd, 2009, 8:27 pm

Good info especially from owners. So they really arent deterrents to purchasing, but just factors to bear in mind based on local conditions.

venum · Postby **venum** » June 2nd, 2009, 8:46 pm

originalbling wrote:So how much "light offroading" can the 4x2 handle? An unpaved/dirt road after rain falls, a light beach run, driving through some bush to get to say from main road to beach?

Based on what I have seen happen with 4x2's at beaches and Diesel Boyz runs with loose, dry sand, I wouldn't even think about taking a 4x2 there

Some dirt tracks, maybe

I think you can get 4x4 non-turbo for a decent price still

Postby **Greypatch** » June 3rd, 2009, 7:28 am

I have not felt the diff backlash to date...

Aaron 2NR · Postby **Aaron 2NR** » June 3rd, 2009, 8:57 am

how many new truck owners, not only navaras, actually engage the 4x4...a lot of people purchased them because they wanted an automatic truck and only the 4x4 was mainly available....

do you think there would have been so many trucks on the road if they were all manual??

ray d saint · Postby **ray d saint** » June 4th, 2009, 9:14 am

Aaron 2NR wrote:how many new truck owners, not only navaras, actually engage the 4x4...a lot of people purchased them because they wanted an automatic truck and only the 4x4 was mainly available....

do you think there would have been so many trucks on the road if they were all manual??

Correct is right, I have never used the 4x4 feature to date, main reason fro buyiing was exactly that.. an automatic pickup, and the fact that madam has an automatic licence.

Postby **Greypatch** » June 4th, 2009, 11:44 am

now there is the 4x2 auto navara on the market

biggy82 · Postby **biggy82** » June 4th, 2009, 1:53 pm

ray786, need to exercise the 4WD at least 15-30 mins per month.

i am sure you can find somewhere suitable :twisted:

ray d saint · Postby **ray d saint** » June 5th, 2009, 7:26 am

^^ so my brother tells me, I guess he does that when he take the van for a 'lil spin' ever so often, as each time it comes back it is all muddy and dirty...

:mrgreen:

neckto · Postby **neckto** » June 5th, 2009, 1:59 pm

hear this

i talk to my cuz this week
he recently bought a nav from massy this yr (i think 4 x 2)
he say the diff backlash is real plenty and stressfull
he say they already had to change one diff for him at massy and also probs still exists, he say he gotta carry it in again to do something wrt the ecu to help eleviate/solve the problem
Also he has not had the squeeking problem as yet

Mr. Go Slow · Postby **Mr. Go Slow** » June 8th, 2009, 12:45 am

Very impressive vid of a stock Mazda BT-50:

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Mr. Go Slow · Postby **Mr. Go Slow** » June 8th, 2009, 12:56 am

Colorado / Isuzu vs Hilux vs BT-50:

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Mr. Go Slow · Postby **Mr. Go Slow** » June 9th, 2009, 2:30 pm

ray d saint · Postby **ray d saint** » June 9th, 2009, 2:54 pm

Slow, whammin... u hijackin the NISSAN thread with a FORD... LOL :mrgreen:

Mr. Go Slow · Postby **Mr. Go Slow** » June 9th, 2009, 3:11 pm

lol, this is MY thread friend get it right, after all the mulling and see sawing, I've come down to the Ford ...

They have the white above on display now ... Trying to arrange financing as I type this.

adri 2nr · Postby **adri 2nr** » June 9th, 2009, 3:40 pm

the new ranger looks like a wingle upgrade :lol:

Postby **Greypatch** » June 9th, 2009, 5:36 pm

If u buy down south meh boi can help you out

equipped2ripp · Postby **equipped2ripp** » June 9th, 2009, 10:02 pm

Mr. Go Slow wrote:lol, this is MY thread friend get it right, after all the mulling and see sawing, I've come down to the Ford ...

They have the white above on display now ... Trying to arrange financing as I type this.

emo much?

Mr. Go Slow · Postby **Mr. Go Slow** » June 9th, 2009, 10:22 pm

equipped2ripp wrote:
Mr. Go Slow wrote:lol, this is MY thread friend get it right, after all the mulling and see sawing, I've come down to the Ford ...

They have the white above on display now ... Trying to arrange financing as I type this.

emo much?

lol only on Tuesdays

biggy82 · Postby **biggy82** » June 9th, 2009, 11:01 pm

equipped2ripp wrote:
Mr. Go Slow wrote:lol, this is MY thread friend get it right, after all the mulling and see sawing, I've come down to the Ford ...

They have the white above on display now ... Trying to arrange financing as I type this.

emo much?

man like he want to take back he ched yes :lol:

equipped2ripp · Postby **equipped2ripp** » June 9th, 2009, 11:37 pm

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