A Man from Ballymena in Northern Ireland

keefbeef · 04-07-2016, 22:59

Hi all,
Got my first nissan terrano. Mainly to be used for towing a trailer and none of this mad off road stuff... although its nice to know the motor is capable of doing it!

Have a bit of experience putting engines into cars, but the size of these 4x4 is going to be a challenge. Everything is soooooo bigger!

Noticed that rust can be a problem, but good job I have a mig and a inverter welder - so just a case to jumping in with advise for my peers!!

terranosaurusdoug · 04-07-2016, 23:30

Hiya mate welcome to the forum, there is loads info on here, you'll be able to sort most problems before they become an issue.
How about some pics of the truck

Blocky10 · 04-07-2016, 23:35

Welcome. Personally I've found it easier to work on my terrano than a std car because everything is bigger and more robust

keefbeef · 04-07-2016, 23:38

Here you go. Nothing special, but got it for 1500, 60k on the clock but actually 106k - replacement dash, hoping its not going to be a money pit!!

Blocky10 · 04-07-2016, 23:42

Looks tidy

there's no-one who owns one of these who hasn't a list of jobs to do. The folk on here are a godsend for info and it certainly helps to keep you motivated.

keefbeef · 04-07-2016, 23:47

Totally agree!! Blocky10 - seen the dodgy mount for the compression rods and my heart sank, but keen to do stuff on the car myself and was glad to hear people supporting me to have a go!! I've been on other forums and they are full of smart arses... everyone has to start somewhere!!

Blocky10 · 04-07-2016, 23:52

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Originally Posted by keefbeef

Totally agree!! Blocky10 - seen the dodgy mount for the compression rods and my heart sank, but keen to do stuff on the car myself and was glad to hear people supporting me to have a go!! I've been on other forums and they are full of smart arses... everyone has to start somewhere!!

Exactly. One job at a time and you'll be fine.

terranosaurusdoug · 04-07-2016, 23:58

Looks smart mate, got those dark headlights and indicators too

Yeh everybody's great on here, good laugh too, check out the downloads section in quick links, how to's and workshop manuals are great. Blocky is right, everyones got a list of jobs to do, and a lot have a wish list too

solarman216 · 05-07-2016, 00:25

Hi and welcome, you will find all you want on here and more, Rick

melissachels · 05-07-2016, 21:43

Hello!!!

I'm in portadown!!!

:d

jims-terrano · 05-07-2016, 22:01

Hi there and welcome aboard, yeah these trucks are capable as standard motors so if we get a wee bit of the white stuff in winter you'll get where you're going

I've towed another terrano on a car transporter trailer with ease. Keep the fluids changed and you'll be fine, rear diff oil should be done with proper limited slip diff oil other wise you'll be doing drifting around the corners

Rust can be a problem but if you have a mig get stuck in, take a look at my project thread in my signature. Paid out loads for welding in the past but now I'm lucky enough to have my own welder and a great son. Main areas to check are below but don't let it worry you.
Rear seat belt mounts, the bolt hole in rear wheel arch.
Inner and outer sills, starts bubling towards the rear of the sills.
Body mountings, four per side.
Boot floor, under rear seats.
Front wheel arches and inner wings.
Front cross member that the radiator sits on, again there are body mounts right at the front too and also the front bumper reinforcement.

You'll see plenty of these in my project thread. Once they're fixed you'll not need to revisit. Waxoil is a great thing to use. Hose the front wings behind the door hinges with the door open.

Great trucks, my wifes is 20 years old but I hear there is one even older but weight has double since new due to being 50% waxoil

keefbeef · 06-07-2016, 13:08

Thanks Jims-terrano. That's a great check-list! Not insuring or taxing at the minute, and going to spend a little time checking it over. That list will come in handy.

Is welding such a big deal? I've done a bit in my time, but always a concern that my welds aren't up to scratch - but sure the bloke down the road that has a garage, whats the guarantee that he knows how to weld either!

melissachels, Portadown - where's that ;-) Center of the universe :-) Why do trains to Dublin go through Portadown anyway!!

Monaro Pete · 06-07-2016, 19:09

How do & welcome along keefbeef. Same colour as mine

I love that colour too

Which reminds me, I need a nearside rear door in this colour if anyone's reading & has one?

harryber · 24-08-2016, 12:25

Welcome!

melissachels · 24-08-2016, 22:50

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Originally Posted by keefbeef

Thanks Jims-terrano. That's a great check-list! Not insuring or taxing at the minute, and going to spend a little time checking it over. That list will come in handy.

Is welding such a big deal? I've done a bit in my time, but always a concern that my welds aren't up to scratch - but sure the bloke down the road that has a garage, whats the guarantee that he knows how to weld either!

melissachels, Portadown - where's that ;-) Center of the universe :-) Why do trains to Dublin go through Portadown anyway!!

no idea! I've only been here a year. I got my MR2 from up your way

I has a garage & tools if you need a hand.

04-07-2016, 22:59	#1
keefbeef Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: ireland Vehicle: 2003 Terrano 2.7 Posts: 131	A Man from Ballymena in Northern Ireland Hi all, Got my first nissan terrano. Mainly to be used for towing a trailer and none of this mad off road stuff... although its nice to know the motor is capable of doing it! Have a bit of experience putting engines into cars, but the size of these 4x4 is going to be a challenge. Everything is soooooo bigger! Noticed that rust can be a problem, but good job I have a mig and a inverter welder - so just a case to jumping in with advise for my peers!!

05-07-2016, 00:25	#9
solarman216 Off road maniac Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bexhill on Sea Vehicle: Y60 Patrol Me, 3 ltr Mrs Posts: 17,431	Hi and welcome, you will find all you want on here and more, 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.

04-07-2016, 23:30	#2
terranosaurusdoug Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Yorkshire, J33 M62 Vehicle: 2000 Terrano lwb 2.7TDI Posts: 5,500	Hiya mate welcome to the forum, there is loads info on here, you'll be able to sort most problems before they become an issue. How about some pics of the truck

04-07-2016, 23:35	#3
Blocky10 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Welcome to Norwich, a fine city Vehicle: 2004 Terrano 3.0 SVE Auto Posts: 3,601	Welcome. Personally I've found it easier to work on my terrano than a std car because everything is bigger and more robust

04-07-2016, 23:42	#5
Blocky10 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Welcome to Norwich, a fine city Vehicle: 2004 Terrano 3.0 SVE Auto Posts: 3,601	Looks tidy there's no-one who owns one of these who hasn't a list of jobs to do. The folk on here are a godsend for info and it certainly helps to keep you motivated.

04-07-2016, 23:47	#6
keefbeef Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: ireland Vehicle: 2003 Terrano 2.7 Posts: 131	Totally agree!! Blocky10 - seen the dodgy mount for the compression rods and my heart sank, but keen to do stuff on the car myself and was glad to hear people supporting me to have a go!! I've been on other forums and they are full of smart arses... everyone has to start somewhere!!

04-07-2016, 23:58	#8
terranosaurusdoug Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Yorkshire, J33 M62 Vehicle: 2000 Terrano lwb 2.7TDI Posts: 5,500	Looks smart mate, got those dark headlights and indicators too Yeh everybody's great on here, good laugh too, check out the downloads section in quick links, how to's and workshop manuals are great. Blocky is right, everyones got a list of jobs to do, and a lot have a wish list too

05-07-2016, 21:43	#10
melissachels Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Near Armagh, Northern Ireland Vehicle: half of a T2 2.7td swb Posts: 1,216	Hello!!! I'm in portadown!!! :d

05-07-2016, 22:01	#11
jims-terrano Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 12,965	Hi there and welcome aboard, yeah these trucks are capable as standard motors so if we get a wee bit of the white stuff in winter you'll get where you're going I've towed another terrano on a car transporter trailer with ease. Keep the fluids changed and you'll be fine, rear diff oil should be done with proper limited slip diff oil other wise you'll be doing drifting around the corners Rust can be a problem but if you have a mig get stuck in, take a look at my project thread in my signature. Paid out loads for welding in the past but now I'm lucky enough to have my own welder and a great son. Main areas to check are below but don't let it worry you. Rear seat belt mounts, the bolt hole in rear wheel arch. Inner and outer sills, starts bubling towards the rear of the sills. Body mountings, four per side. Boot floor, under rear seats. Front wheel arches and inner wings. Front cross member that the radiator sits on, again there are body mounts right at the front too and also the front bumper reinforcement. You'll see plenty of these in my project thread. Once they're fixed you'll not need to revisit. Waxoil is a great thing to use. Hose the front wings behind the door hinges with the door open. Great trucks, my wifes is 20 years old but I hear there is one even older but weight has double since new due to being 50% waxoil

06-07-2016, 13:08	#12
keefbeef Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: ireland Vehicle: 2003 Terrano 2.7 Posts: 131	Thanks Jims-terrano. That's a great check-list! Not insuring or taxing at the minute, and going to spend a little time checking it over. That list will come in handy. Is welding such a big deal? I've done a bit in my time, but always a concern that my welds aren't up to scratch - but sure the bloke down the road that has a garage, whats the guarantee that he knows how to weld either! melissachels, Portadown - where's that ;-) Center of the universe :-) Why do trains to Dublin go through Portadown anyway!!

06-07-2016, 19:09	#13
Monaro Pete Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Nr J28 M1 Vehicle: 03 Terrano 2.7 TDi Posts: 995	How do & welcome along keefbeef. Same colour as mine I love that colour too Which reminds me, I need a nearside rear door in this colour if anyone's reading & has one?

24-08-2016, 12:25	#14
harryber Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Uk Vehicle: Audi A4 2000 Posts: 2	Welcome!