Triton V6 GLS any good?
Submitted: Wednesday, Aug 21, 2002 at 00:00
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Thinking about buying a Triton GLS V6 dual cab . I spend most of my time on the road but would like to take this 4WD to the cape and to the Kimberly .My question is how would you rate the Triton I like the V6 because of the power and the Triton for it`s size but how do they really stack up! So if you own one some feed back would be great thanks in advance for any info.
Reply By: Joe - Wednesday, Aug 21, 2002 at 00:00
Wednesday, Aug 21, 2002 at 00:00
Pitboss,
The Triton is a good strong truck and would be a good choice for the Cape. It is (llosely nased on the older Pajero and (more recently) the base for the Challenger.
It's weak points are the limited front
suspension travel and the stiff (unless loaded) rear
suspension.
I would guess that it would not be travelling to the Cape unloaded so it is only the front
suspension that MIGHT be an issue. If the LSD is newish (ie less than 50,000 klms old) then this will not be a problem.
Other than that, I would suggest travelling early in the season when the roads are less washed out and the travelling will be easier.
Ask if you have any more questions.
Good luck.
Joe
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Reply By: Andew - Wednesday, Aug 21, 2002 at 00:00
Wednesday, Aug 21, 2002 at 00:00
Pitbos.. the cape won't be much of a challenge to the triton, use common sense, if unsure or any paths, crossings etc, just watch others, and do it when there is help around, maybe put some new shockies in ya truck, and just
check that the upper control arm inner rubber bushes are AOK..
Just remember the V6 loves to drink..
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Reply By: TonyH - Wednesday, Aug 28, 2002 at 00:00
Wednesday, Aug 28, 2002 at 00:00
First time on here but yes have a 99 V6 GLS. Very Thirsty but lots of power. Have had problems with fuel in
mine, can't handle dirty fuel very
well, too small a filter. Taken it everywhere I would take my 'cruiser ute and more comfy. Good on and off road and stands up and barks when you want it too, especially on
the beach.
And I don't sell the things ;-)
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