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Just curious can't find any real information, also curious why the Td42 has a smaller radiator than the 3L mignt make another thread for that one.

Hey guys I know there are so many threads about this stuff. But I couldn’t find anything that fits.. so here we go: A few months ago I bought a Td28 gu 1998 model. Never really took notice of what’s happening behind on the road. But recently I noticed a fair bit of smoke coming out of my...

i have a 1997 GQ RX2.8TD, i have noticed that there is an oil leak either on the turbo or leaking onto the turbo, it appears to be on the back of the front circular part of the turbo, does anyone know what this could mean or where the oil is coming from?

Hey all Looked under the hood the other day and noticed oil spill around the catch can, had a look and it was full to the brim. Emptied it out and took it for some test drives, fills up after a couple hundred k's. I've had her for a couple of year's and the catch can has always worked the way...

hi all after details on the wiring side of the conversion both gu's

Hi, I am looking for a garage or individual that can install a DIGI Z chip on a 2.8 GU Patrol in or around Sydney. Anyone?

Could anyone tell me why my 2.8 boosts up to 19 psi, no boost controller installed, 3inch exhuaust, 2.5 dump, blocked egr. Patrols are new to me

Hi just wondering if anyone out there knows how tell if your diesel injectors are gone? I recently took it to a diesel mechanic who wasn't to sure. His comment was either the injectors or the ecu. Anyway I got new injector noozles on now which did improve fuel economy but as for power not much...

Hi, Ive had the Donator speed box chip on my 98 2.8 diesel for about 6 months now, but a problem has just showed its ugly face. I have wired the chip in with a switch going to the dash on the power wire for better control, it has always worked well for a quick boost of power when needed...

Gu 2.8, 2inchflexis, 4inchshocks Gday guys, After almost 6 months of deciding I have finally got my new set of wheels, It is a Red st Gu wagon, 2.8TDi It has nearly got 250,000 on it, Runs great down the highway, bit slow up the bigger hills, but it goes fine, it has 2inch suspension...

Hi there, I'm planning an overland trip from Sydney to London next year :D and after 6 months of research, I have narrowed down the 4x4 I want: a GEN5 DIESEL PATROL. I have a $15k budget which can only get me a reasonable GU 2.8L or GUII 3.0L (remember, I don't want a GQ or a petrol, and it...

In response to my other post (which have been helpful) I'm thinking of going for a temporary fix using metallic seal up. Only long enough for me to save up to get a new head. Have you ever used this product or similar product and what was the outcome? Also, should I use it?

Hi, my 2.8 turbo diesel still over heats (earlier posts). I have noticed the top radiator hose gets super hot in a very short amount of time (and distance) and the bottom hose stays relatively cool. The oil is not milky. I DO use a lot of radiator coolant. Any ideas on what it would be before I...

Hi, I am hoping someone can help me out. I have a 99 GU 2.8 turbo diesel with 258xxx kms on it. I recently had a radiator pressure test and found out the welch plugs needed replacing. Got the welch plugs and the manifold gasket replaced thinking it would solve my overheating issue. Today I took...

Hi guys I have a '98 2.8RD, and noticed the other day some slight resistance when engaging third gear. After reading up on this forum, I decided to add some G70 Nulon to see if it made a difference. I should add that I have only had the vehicle for 16,000km, and it had a full service after I...