well after new-meres times trying to do this thread cause it got deleted with the big melt down. i have decided to put it back up again. anyway
a while back i bought a 88 model GQ patrol wheeled it for a while, then sold it for a 2wd.:headwall: (yes i know seen the light.) well during that time i new i made a mistake and sold the said 2wd for a new 4wd. which is.......
she is:-
1993 GQ II Patrol TI
4.2 EFI petrol/lpg
5 spd manual
240,000km
with factory
sway bar disconnect
diff lock
fridge (yes you read right a FRIDGE)
and not much else other than what she left with from the factory.
i have big plans for her and they are:-
1: millweld tube bar with narva hid driving lights : complete
2: millweld rock sliders : complete
3: big o 4x4 rear bar
4: 4" suspension lift kit complete
5: 33/ 35" tyres : complete 35" claws for play dd 285 maxis bighorns.
6: snorkel : complete
7: dual battery systemwaiting to be installed
8: custom draw set up with cargo barrier
9: roof rack complete
10: bash plates
11: custom sound system with 2way radio : uhf fitted. still waiting on stereo gear
12: front lockercomplete
13: transfer reduction gearscomplete
14: 150l long range tank replace lpg tankcomplete
15: exhaust system : complete. 2.5" system on.
16: custom awning complete
17: window tint
18: secret mod once completed will be shown to the world!
after that, well undecided, thinking of maybe
5l v8 tickford motor with maybe a super charger
ute chop
but they are a long way away
but anyway tell us what ya think. i will add up wheeling photos soon too.
As i have Said before shes very tough truck, wish i had bought the 92 Model, oh well i got bigger problems to sort on mine, engine is just holding on
Good luck with the build Up, its time for mods
As i have Said before shes very tough truck, wish i had bought the 92 Model, oh well i got bigger problems to sort on mine, engine is just holding on
Good luck with the build Up, its time for mods
wells thats the td42 for it will keep going until it really is stuffed! yer im currently sorting out the stereo now i will get pics of it when she is done.
cheers mate
they are what nissan called turning lights. they are supposed to light up a corner as u drive. dont know whether they work. to many street lights in kal.
yer they do. well im part way through putting my sterio in think it will be done next week some time, and just purchased some diff breathers of ebay so i will fit them when they come, thats pretty much it for now. till i get more money:headwall::headwall::headwall::headwall::headwall::headwall: such as life
well i went for a wheeling session today. and came back with damage, one bent side step, and one bent tie rod. well looks like the mod will be a upgraded tie rod from superior engineering. anyway, feel free to comment
im looking at getting one with a LED ring inside it
be alot better then running paj sealed lights like i am atm caz cbf paying for the 7 inch sealed patrol lights
you learnt how to drive yet Finchy?????? Havent seen ya around for a while, you still workn in the same joint? PM ifr you are, I havent seen the rig around
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Hi all. I am new to post in this forum although hope to be more of a regular as I'll no doubt be in need of some expertise soon ;)
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stock so far
dx 99
4.2 n/a only 157,000 km on her
new clutch
new vented and slotted rotors front and new drums rear
now has st seats and console no more bench seat
305/75/16
to do list
tube front bar and sliders
turbo setup
tube tray
make a 4link rear as it is a leafy go to coils
Hey people about to start my rebuild and would appreciate your advice.
Car is in great condition and just drove home 7 hrs from Mildura to Melbourne Sth East. 342000 km on the clock and didn't miss a beat. 4.2 turbo Diesal.
Lots of things to add. Two pictures, As is and what i would like it to...
