RHD 2.7TD Nissan Mistral Owner in CANADA!

shawnersCanada · 21-10-2020, 18:03

Hello 4x4 Enthusiasts!

My name is Shawn and I picked up my 1994 Nissan Mistral (Terrano 2 R20) 7 years ago from a gent in the interior of BC who got it from a guy who imported this gem into BC sometime in the mid-2000s. I picked it up with 168000 km and it's now up to 205000 km. It's in pretty decent shape and I would like to keep it going for another decade.

I've recently purchased a set of summer and winter tires with the hopes of putting some more miles on the SUV. Any suggestions for getting a little more power out of it on the highway would be appreciated!

Also, tips for maintenance and upgrades are also of interest. Feel free to post links to previous discussions that I should take a look at please!

shawnersCanada · 21-10-2020, 18:26

Engine Bay

Turbo (considering upgrade - need help!)

Air Intake (I want a snorkle! advice?)

Power Steering and Brake Fluid reservoirs (Intermittent power on the steering)

Driver side view behind wheel

shawnersCanada · 21-10-2020, 18:27

Ugh. My images didn't show up. Testing...

shawnersCanada · 21-10-2020, 18:30

https://drive.google.com/drive/folde...9o?usp=sharing

GoogleDrive link to folder with pics. Maybe I need to post the photos on a different server...

shawnersCanada · 21-10-2020, 18:40

Lets try again... Posted on wordpress site.

Engine Bay

Turbo (considering upgrade - need help!)

Air Intake (I want a snorkle! advice?)

Power Steering and Brake Fluid reservoirs (Intermittent power on the steering)

Driver side view behind wheel

shawnersCanada · 21-10-2020, 19:33

Seeing as most of you are from the UK, I thought I would post some pictures of what we get in BC, CANADA. This is from my 2017 trip on Vancouver Island to the west coast. I am beginning to understand that what we call "going to find a logging road", you all might call "green-laneing". But I may be mistaken.

This was after a quick climb up a hill. This R20 can really move - like billy goat fast - up these trails. Too bad it takes longer than 20 seconds to get over 100km/hr on the highway.

This is what I woke up to at 6am. We drove up the road at night, in the dark and really had no idea what to expect in the morning.

Coming back down:

solarman216 · 21-10-2020, 20:14

Wow what scenery, 94 mistral that will be auto then, looks clean, plenty of snorkel kits out there, intercooler is not so easy as pre ECU so you would need to modify pump settings and introduce a turbo pressure sensor some how, but many on here able to help out with the more tech stuff, Rick

shawnersCanada · 21-10-2020, 21:01

Thanks Rick! Yes, it is an auto transmission. Shifter on the floor for 4H and 4L. I think I need to re-insulate that center console bit. It throws out heat like crazy, which sucks in the summer because the A/C is non-existent. Anyone else find these things get super hot?

Banshee · 21-10-2020, 23:45

Welcome along Shawn buddy

That last shot of the sun streaming through the treeline is stunning

In terms of getting a bit more power, I'm sure I've read somewhere that you can retrofit an intercooler and intake manifold from a TDi onto a TD to give it some extra beans

A few of the older lads will be along soon to either shoot me down or confirm.

The truck looks in great shape and I wish you all the best with it. We love a bit of green laning over here, me and a few of the guys try to get out a few times as year but this year has been a no no

shawnersCanada · 22-10-2020, 02:11

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Originally Posted by Banshee

Welcome along Shawn buddy

That last shot of the sun streaming through the treeline is stunning

Being able to find places like these is why I fell in love with this 4by

Quote:

Originally Posted by Banshee

In terms of getting a bit more power, I'm sure I've read somewhere that you can retrofit an intercooler and intake manifold from a TDi onto a TD to give it some extra beans

Ooo.. I have already been skimming the Terrano/Maverick pages. Elty's Terrano transformation project is astounding. Wish my grandfather had shared his knowledge and equipment for welding with me. A fellow gearhead friend in Victoria where I live has suggested rock sliders on the sides and a bull-bar on the front and back is on my wishlist. I'm afraid adding any extra weight to this little guy tho will really slow it down unless I can get it more power.

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Originally Posted by Banshee

The truck looks in great shape and I wish you all the best with it. We love a bit of green laning over here, me and a few of the guys try to get out a few times as year but this year has been a no no

Thanks for the warm welcome! This year has been interesting for sure, although I did manage to get it out in August along the edge of the Cariboo ranges.

21-10-2020, 18:03	#1
shawnersCanada Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Canada Vehicle: 1994 Nissan Mistral 2.7TD Posts: 8	RHD 2.7TD Nissan Mistral Owner in CANADA! Hello 4x4 Enthusiasts! My name is Shawn and I picked up my 1994 Nissan Mistral (Terrano 2 R20) 7 years ago from a gent in the interior of BC who got it from a guy who imported this gem into BC sometime in the mid-2000s. I picked it up with 168000 km and it's now up to 205000 km. It's in pretty decent shape and I would like to keep it going for another decade. I've recently purchased a set of summer and winter tires with the hopes of putting some more miles on the SUV. Any suggestions for getting a little more power out of it on the highway would be appreciated! Also, tips for maintenance and upgrades are also of interest. Feel free to post links to previous discussions that I should take a look at please!

21-10-2020, 18:40	#5
shawnersCanada Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Canada Vehicle: 1994 Nissan Mistral 2.7TD Posts: 8	Images Lets try again... Posted on wordpress site. Engine Bay Turbo (considering upgrade - need help!) Air Intake (I want a snorkle! advice?) Power Steering and Brake Fluid reservoirs (Intermittent power on the steering) Driver side view behind wheel

21-10-2020, 19:33	#6
shawnersCanada Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Canada Vehicle: 1994 Nissan Mistral 2.7TD Posts: 8	Logging Roads in BC are Beautiful Seeing as most of you are from the UK, I thought I would post some pictures of what we get in BC, CANADA. This is from my 2017 trip on Vancouver Island to the west coast. I am beginning to understand that what we call "going to find a logging road", you all might call "green-laneing". But I may be mistaken. This was after a quick climb up a hill. This R20 can really move - like billy goat fast - up these trails. Too bad it takes longer than 20 seconds to get over 100km/hr on the highway. This is what I woke up to at 6am. We drove up the road at night, in the dark and really had no idea what to expect in the morning. Coming back down:

21-10-2020, 20:14	#7
solarman216 Off road maniac Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bexhill on Sea Vehicle: Y60 Patrol Me, 3 ltr Mrs Posts: 17,431	Wow what scenery, 94 mistral that will be auto then, looks clean, plenty of snorkel kits out there, intercooler is not so easy as pre ECU so you would need to modify pump settings and introduce a turbo pressure sensor some how, but many on here able to help out with the more tech stuff, Rick __________________ Ex banger racer now off road maniac Lokka on the front with manual hubs Diff lock on rear 3 inch SS straight through exhaust Manly winch bumper with 13000 lb winch 10 spike ground anchor, with multiple straps and blocks Super strong body cills capped with scaffold pole 20% stronger springs all round aggressive off road tyres on wheels so just swap. Aim to get stuck and be completely self sufficient in extraction, love getting muddy, 2ft deep is good but rare.

21-10-2020, 23:45	#9
Banshee Moderator Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: West Midlands Vehicle: 04 2.7 SWB Terrano II Van Posts: 13,526	Welcome along Shawn buddy That last shot of the sun streaming through the treeline is stunning In terms of getting a bit more power, I'm sure I've read somewhere that you can retrofit an intercooler and intake manifold from a TDi onto a TD to give it some extra beans A few of the older lads will be along soon to either shoot me down or confirm. The truck looks in great shape and I wish you all the best with it. We love a bit of green laning over here, me and a few of the guys try to get out a few times as year but this year has been a no no __________________ Moderator 04' Terrano II SE 2.7 TDi SWB Commercial in Silver - Project Thread Toyo Open Country M/T 33's on 10J Steels, Super Strong Steering Job Navara D22 Snorkel, Front LOKKA, Maunal Hubs, EGR Blank TunitII ECU Chip, 3" Body Lift, 2" Suss Lift, Heat Exchanger Black Interior, 3.0 Borg&Beck Clutch, Eckes Heated Fuel Filter 99' Y61 Patrol GR SE 2.8 TD6 LWB in Blue/Silver - Project Thread Engine Transplant - In Progress!!!

21-10-2020, 18:26	#2
shawnersCanada Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Canada Vehicle: 1994 Nissan Mistral 2.7TD Posts: 8	Engine Bay Turbo (considering upgrade - need help!) Air Intake (I want a snorkle! advice?) Power Steering and Brake Fluid reservoirs (Intermittent power on the steering) Driver side view behind wheel

21-10-2020, 18:27	#3
shawnersCanada Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Canada Vehicle: 1994 Nissan Mistral 2.7TD Posts: 8	Ugh. My images didn't show up. Testing...

21-10-2020, 18:30	#4
shawnersCanada Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Canada Vehicle: 1994 Nissan Mistral 2.7TD Posts: 8	https://drive.google.com/drive/folde...9o?usp=sharing GoogleDrive link to folder with pics. Maybe I need to post the photos on a different server...

21-10-2020, 21:01	#8
shawnersCanada Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Canada Vehicle: 1994 Nissan Mistral 2.7TD Posts: 8	Thanks Rick! Yes, it is an auto transmission. Shifter on the floor for 4H and 4L. I think I need to re-insulate that center console bit. It throws out heat like crazy, which sucks in the summer because the A/C is non-existent. Anyone else find these things get super hot?