Yea just had a mate ring his mechanic who said 3k for the whole job. bit better than 5k minimum haha

because firstly... my mechanic has quoted a minimum of $4000 to fix the head... secondly, i asked about putting another engine in and in order for him to provide his 90day warranty, he could only use the engine he could find which is off a hiace... which means i would have to pay more because they ...

Hey guys, well a short lived 4x4 adventure, (6 months since i bought it) and its cracked its head ive been told by mechanic... The head has been removed and the truck is now sitting outside my place waiting for a buyer... Any offers will be considered. I though id post here before trademe. I have an ...

Hey guys
Im in wellington, just had my subaru nicked (tossers) and really need a vehicle. Already researched 3l turbo diesels and thats what i want. I have 7500 if anyone wants to sell asap. Please post or pm.

Cheers

James

petefj40 wrote:Welcome aboard James.

I'd go with a Toyota.
But I'm biased to.

Biased but honest!!! Cheers

is that the one on trademe?

skidtoy wrote:i have a 3ltr turbo diesel manual for my work car and its great,cheap on gas,still enough power to past cars when needed...has been one of the best cars ive ever had.

Thats awesome to hear. Bit more confident after everyones info. Cheers

The auto's are brilliant, it's a must to fit an aftermarket trans cooler and thats sorted, I've also fitted a 4 core radiator, and yeah the heads are reknown for cracking, a large exhaust system and a EGT guage will cure that issue Fuel economy is fine as long as the final drive gearing (R&P's) is ...

Hey. A bit tight on cash so around 8k area. Not going to get anything super flash but just what i can find really. Cheers

Cheers Hillfilly

No i havent checked surfs yet. Just personal preference i guess. always liked the surfs and terranos better.

J

Hey Guys

Looking for the above mentioned, preferrablly in manual, and realatively good k's and condition.

Please reply or msg if you have or know of one for sale.

Cheers
James

Cheers UBZ

Very helpful information. Was looking at getting a manual. but near impossible in Welly. Not to keen on haveing to get one elsewhere really. Will just keep looking.

J

Will a 6ft5 guy fit comfortably in the drivers seat?

I own a series 6 RX7 and i fit in that barely haha

J

Really, wow, im getting 450ks for $85 (est) in my twin turbo auto legacy... hmmmmm.

At least the tail gate is starting to sound more appealing. How do you wind it down if your ignitions not on?

J

Hey guys
Thanks for the replies so far. You say 500 odd kms to a tank? How much to fill to the top? Am hoping to get a manual if i do get a surf.

James

Hey Guys Whilst posting a thread in the welcome section it dawned on me that Toyota owners are probably more likely to offer more pros and cons about their vehicles. From what ive heard from others, they suffer terrible fuel economy (that was an auto owner), the tailgate is a prick to open, the ...

oh i may have forgotten to mention im only looking at diesel. My mistake.

Hey Guys, thanks for the great response. Its all looking pretty one sided at the moment isnt it? haha Well like i said i was preferring a Surf than a Terrano. Only reason i even know Terrano is because 3 other work mates have them. What if service history for either vehicle is provided? Id much ...

Hey Guys, Names James. Am living in Wellington and looking for a decent forum where i can gather info from fellow enthusiasts about my two choices for my next work vehicle. Neither are what I would call a 4wding vehicle but this is the best looking place i can find for help. Am looking at either a ...