Back in the fold with a 2011.5 AB

[dazzler]

..the thing wont start when I was about to drive away... Seem like a flat battery, alternator etc

I went through the sale anyways, ..got it started and I drove home without issue. Loved the 2hr drive to Sydney :)

Things to do before I can think of going places:

New:(mostly for my peace of mind)
- Alternator
- Starter
- Battery
- Water Pump
- Pully(s) + Belt

Not sure:
- To do the drain yet
- Suspecting coolant loss due to usual oil cooler issue (this was done @113k), is this a service item now?

Other:
- Detail and rectify cosmetic issues
- Apple Carplay

Also where can I get a proper list of the build card? (BA359804)

Thanks,
pd

[rar110]

Congrats, so early 4.4 diesel?

[dazzler]

Thank you!

07.07.2011 build TDV8

Lets see how it goes

pd

[Laurie]

Dazzler
Was that the grey AB originally from Tamworth ?

Battery/alternator could be from no longer trips to recharge properly, AGM'S don't like many small trips, trust me I know. Oil cooler should be good for at least 100k if replaced. Coolant leak could be small hose or cap on the coolant tank. Just look for the usual tell-tale signs.

Great car, that 8 speed is magnificent, wish my 2010 AB had it [bighmmm]

Drive and enjoy :BigThumb:

Laurie

[Graeme]

The alternators on the 4.4 are not known for early failures, unlike the 3.6 alternators.

[dazzler]

Dazzler
Was that the grey AB originally from Tamworth ?

Battery/alternator could be from no longer trips to recharge properly, AGM'S don't like many small trips, trust me I know. Oil cooler should be good for at least 100k if replaced. Coolant leak could be small hose or cap on the coolant tank. Just look for the usual tell-tale signs.

Great car, that 8 speed is magnificent, wish my 2010 AB had it [bighmmm]

Drive and enjoy :BigThumb:

Laurie


It is the one from Tamworth and it drives so very nicely. I will look for the leak etc, but generally It needs a good clean up etc.

[dazzler]

The alternators on the 4.4 are not known for early failures, unlike the 3.6 alternators.

Thanks Graeme,

Some failures on the ffrr? anyways it is s high milage car and dont want to get stranded far away from any thing if i can avoid it

Also I think the starter has carbon buildup, repair or replace?

[Graeme]

It appears that the starter motors can give trouble, mostly with the solenoid contacts IIRC and possibly due to inadequate wiring to power the solenoid.

[dazzler]

Wrong battery fitted! Cheap no name LA

Swapped with a Varta G14 and so far so good.

[Saitch]

Hey, Dazzler, did you previously own an '05 Prado, by any chance or, perhaps there are two 'Dazzlers' in my little circle?[biggrin]

[dazzler]

Hey, Dazzler, did you previously own an '05 Prado, by any chance or, perhaps there are two 'Dazzlers' in my little circle?[biggrin]

No peado's here, been defender puma, defender puma, gwagen 300cdi and now a l322 11.5.

[Saitch]

No peado's here, been defender puma, defender puma, gwagen 300cdi and now a l322 11.5.

Wow! Two 'Dazzlers'! Ummm, should I be scared?[bighmmm]

[dazzler]

dont think so :)

[dazzler]

Nearly 12 months of ownership, not many k's but what a magnificant car.
Got to test it offroad in the wet, it is just effortless with the rear lockers etc.

Apart from a few quirks I would recomend this model.