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Landymancan
6th May 2015, 09:31 AM
Hi guys I just recently got a 4x4 cargo perentie from frontline machinery and the 4wd geer stick knob is missing.
Could someone help me out on where 4wd is and if anyone could tell me where to find one.

Cheers landymancan

isuzutoo-eh
6th May 2015, 10:08 AM
Hi Landymancan,
To engage 4WD, you use the plunger switch on the dash just forward of the main gear stick, marked as 'cross country'. This can be used in high or low range, whenever traction is likely to be imperfect (gravel/mud/rocks/snow etc). A warning light on the dash will blaze starkly at you when engaged.
To engage low range, the stubby lever is pushed forward, there isn't much travel in it but there is a neutral position in the middle. Make sure you are stationary when changing range until you are familiar with the vehicle and its nuances.

Barefoot Dave
6th May 2015, 10:53 AM
G'Day LMC.
Specifically, the Perentie is a constant 4x4 with selectable Centre diff lock.
It is the same system used in older Range Rovers. Still reliable. Note that you can still be stuck with wheels spinnning, it is just a little harder to do.
IF you are confused by the lack of gear stick, it seems you need a perentie crash course in understanding what you have laid your hard earned cash on.
Dave b (the owner/operator of this site) has put together a great set of info here: https://www.davesitshop.com/emporium/1948-to-1953-manuals-collection-p5.html

If you need a bit of history and ins and outs of the Perentie vehicles, I have a buyers guide available (see link in my signature).

JDNSW
6th May 2015, 01:33 PM
The Perentie is full time four wheel drive, so there is no four wheel drive as such - just high-neutral-low.

Can't help with where to find a knob - if the same as the civilian ones, and even if not, then one of the Melbourne Landrover specialists should be able to help. Give Fred Smith Automotive a call is one.

John

Landybitz
6th May 2015, 05:21 PM
We have the Genuine ones in stock PM for pricing.

4x4 MORE
7th May 2015, 06:37 AM
G'Day LMC.
Specifically, the Perentie is a constant 4x4 with selectable Centre diff lock.
It is the same system used in older Range Rovers. Still reliable. Note that you can still be stuck with wheels spinnning, it is just a little harder to do.
IF you are confused by the lack of gear stick, it seems you need a perentie crash course in understanding what you have laid your hard earned cash on.
Dave b (the owner/operator of this site) has put together a great set of info here: https://www.davesitshop.com/emporium/1948-to-1953-manuals-collection-p5.html

If you need a bit of history and ins and outs of the Perentie vehicles, I have a buyers guide available (see link in my signature).

So probably a lot safer on Wet roads and dirt country roads;) than say a Hilux or Triton..

Barefoot Dave
7th May 2015, 11:01 AM
OK, Just re-read the OP. It is the knob for the high / low range stick you need?
As Justin replied in the other thread: Landybitz.com