Hi I'm new - from Cambs looking for advice

[beagle182]

I know they are compatible bit I don't think it's just a case of "pop it in" loom issues and various electrics ect. Fly by wire pump is needed too i believe :nenau



*****what is it that attracts you to the navara*****??? :nenau

I by no means have the skills for swapping an engine lol, i rebuilt a cortina with a mate a few years back but that was simples compared to modern stuff.

as for what attracts me to a Navara, well there are several things:

- its a big truck i know its not a valid reason but its on the list lol
- a friend has an 06 Navara D40 and has had it a few years now and has been solid as a rock for him.
- i do a lot of activities that involve a lot of large kit (pretty large lockable gun cases, snowboards, mountain bikes etc.) and the occasional pile of camping stuff on top of that, and trying to fit more than my stuff at times into a bean can of a car doesn't work to well so space would be really handy.
- Other than that my understanding out of the 4x4 trucks out on the market the Navara seems to do well on reviews for best all round for reliability, comfort, gadgets, mpg / running costs etc.

I am more than happy to be directed else where as i said this is going to be my first "car" and i would like to get something that's more than ya average clio, and for me at the moment its the Navara - the Terrano i am going to check out probs this weekend

 

[Barrbeast]

I know they are compatible bit I don't think it's just a case of "pop it in" loom issues and various electrics ect. Fly by wire pump is needed too i believe :nenau



*****what is it that attracts you to the navara*****??? :nenau

Always gonna be some wiring needed bud and it's the throttle that's drive by wire (not the pump ) - would be surprised if the D40 is a cable throttle though as a lot of vehicles these days are drive by wire.

Anyway, he says he doesn't want to do that :lol

From the sounds of it you don't specifically need a pickup - a LWB 4x4 would also do :nenau

What's your budget mate as that will help us come up with alternatives :thumbs

 

[don simon]

I'd agree that a LWB 4x4 might be the solution. I was looking at Toyotas for the same reasons as you and the ultimate aim was to put one of these on the back. http://www.uro-camper.com/web/en/
I went for a Terrano instead.
The reasons in no particular order;
If the engine is good enough for London Taxis, it's good enough for me.
The interior is a bit more comfortable than the Hilux.
Handling is OK, but it's still a big barge of a thing. Probably better than an un loaded pick up.
I can sleep inside the Terrano for stealthy camping trips with the mountain bike. I`ve also got an awning and tent for more sophisticated trips, eventually I'll be looking at a roof tent for proper posh camping trips.
Bikes are carried on the inside for security.
Insurance is quite good, I think.
Can run on cooking oil with minimal modifications.
Not the latest technology, so less to go wrong.
I've seen the YouTube videos of poorly driven Terranos getting stuck, on each ocassion i'd say it was driver error and not the car's fault.
As a first car, I'd probably look at something that has fewer bells and whistles and is more likely to be reliable (and fun.... my first 4x4 was a Lada..... Mucho fun...)
I still hanker after a pick up, but the practicalities pushed me towards the Terrano and I loves it.

EDIT: How terribly rude of me... Welcome to the forum.

 

[firebobby]

Funny how memory clouds, I thought it was top end/piston probs, Rick

I'm sure it was to do with the big ends going and there is a garage that can do something to make it stronger :nenau:nenau

 

[briggie]

I'm sure it was to do with the big ends going and there is a garage that can do something to make it stronger :nenau:nenau

billcar engineering springs to mind :thumb2

 

[firebobby]

billcar engineering springs to mind :thumb2

That's the one, well done briggie :thumb2

 

[beagle182]

Thanks everyone you have given me a lot of food for thought (for want of a better term).

So next question, where in East Anglia would you recommend hunting out a Terrano given the amount of "luv" for these cars on here i would be a fool not to give them a serious look.

Have checked out Auto trader there are a few on there, just wondered if anyone had any recommendations.

 

[Banshee]

See here on the Navara issues

http://www.navaraownersclub.com/2009/10/the-infamous-d22-engine-problem/

 

[AlexD333]

Thanks everyone you have given me a lot of food for thought (for want of a better term).

So next question, where in East Anglia would you recommend hunting out a Terrano given the amount of "luv" for these cars on here i would be a fool not to give them a serious look.

Have checked out Auto trader there are a few on there, just wondered if anyone had any recommendations.

It doesent really matter where you look, the advise I got on here was good advise and thats what I stuck with "check for rust, then check again, and again" :lol

If you can find yourself a rust free motor that feels like its running well not too much will go wrong, of course theres always sensors and cvs and bearings but yeah, a rust free motor will keep you happy for a long time to come.

Theres alot of free advise on here, save your pennies