Change the car, what to do?

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Originally Posted by Chucaro

Gas it is expensive in Tasmania and not available every where. Conversion it is expensive and the gas tank take too much room.
Your point about recovering the cost of the conversion it is valid.
The problem it is that chances are that once I start going camping again the average will be 15000 km or more a year if I cross the pond.
The final cost will depends for what I can get a RR in very good condition (from time to time here in Tasmania $4000) and if I can get a Disco in the same conditions.After recondition the engine in the Disco, if the final figure it is considerable cheaper that the RR converted then the Disco will be considered.
So far the Discos that I have seen are well used nad not clean inside :(

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Conversion for basic LPG is about $1200-1800, for injection which is better, it about $2500-3500 and you used to get a govt rebate not sure now.
Have a look at the D2 in markets setup, he has the 3 torpedo tanks that raise the floor about 25mm.
As to availability, use it as a long range tank, keep petrol full, run on gas till empty then use petrol which is available everywhere.
Cost may be higher in Tasmania, but as you said your looking to drive in Vic as well, where it's cheaper than every other state.;)

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Originally Posted by AndyG

With your budget a 2005/6 Falcon/Commodore wagon type with LSD

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I would get an old MB 320 before any of those 2 :)

Owning Mercs and a Commodore, although the Mercs are more comfortable and more stylish, they are also more complex and more expensive to maintain.
Your choice but that is in part why my Commodore is the daily drive and the Mercs are hobby cars. Even as I type, one of the Mercs is in "the expensive care ward".

Wait until a late D1 Tdi turns up.. (They're about so it will), or go with a late Classic Rangie and b done with it. Option 2 is to find a clean Disco Td5, and get someone who knows what they're doing to rip out all the crap and run it on a simple Defender ECU. The Td5 is a strong reliable engine if looked after. I'd own another tomorrow. :)

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Originally Posted by superquag

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Mazda have their Tribute, available in AWD as well as FWD.

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I wouldn't wish one of those on an enemy, let alone suggest one to a friend :eek:.

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Originally Posted by BigJon

I wouldn't wish one of those on an enemy, let alone suggest one to a friend :eek:.

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I know them, they are terrible. From the land of the sun (brands) I only considering the Suba ot a ute with an Isuzu engine.
Just wonder why the Jackaroos are cheap? Have they the same mechanics as the Rodeos?

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Originally Posted by incisor

a nice volvo wagon, arthur

1989 Volvo 245 GL WAGON 4X4 V8 | Cars, Vans & Utes | Gumtree Australia Brisbane South West - Greenslopes | 1059233641

:D:D:D

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Suddenly the SSangyong doesnt look so bad :o.

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Originally Posted by Chucaro

I know them, they are terrible. From the land of the sun (brands) I only considering the Suba ot a ute with an Isuzu engine.
Just wonder why the Jackaroos are cheap? Have they the same mechanics as the Rodeos?

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Jackaroo is underrated i reckon and late model's dont look too bad, isuzu diesel power too.

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Originally Posted by loanrangie

Jackaroo is underrated i reckon and late model's dont look too bad, isuzu diesel power too.

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Isuzus yes but with problematic - when and not if - their super expensive injectors need replacing..

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Originally Posted by Grumbles

Isuzus yes but with problematic - when and not if - their super expensive injectors need replacing..

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And is the same problem with the Rodeos?