Holden Rodeo TF 2.8 Turbo Diesel dies up hills

A diesel should hold on the hills better than a petrol. Diesels have more touque.
I would have thought that the Rodeo should have done better than the petrol Triton.
I have a diesel Triton and a Rodeo will out pull it although use considerably more fuel in doing so.
Neil

How long since the fuel filter was changed?

Mate, get used to it. I have the same issue with my rodeo 2.8 TD. I dont know why, just doesnt seem to have enough torque, especially revving so high.

I have had 2 (and still have one), and have found this is 'normal', although the extent of the hill may play a part. I have found that 5th gear at 100km/h on hills doesnt have the pull that it needs. 4th gear is great, but at 100km/h will scream its box off!! I usually cruise at the 90-100 mark, and know others who do the same. Seems to be the most 'comfortable' speed for the rodeo 2.8 td, because of the gearing.

so in answer to you question, from my experiences with rodeo 2.8 td, yes, you are expecting too much. Remember, its diesel, so it is going to be a bit slower and doesnt have the same oomph as a petrol. Take your time, and smell the roses.

Mike

G'Day All,
First hand experience from a number of friends suggests the air intake is too short and not very efficient, adding a snorkel seems to improve the problem, may be worth a try
Regards
Rolande

My 2000 2.8 when I had it responded well to an over engine installed intercooler. There was no increase of speed, but it was able to hold onto hills better than it previously did prior to the fitting of intercooler.

Cheers,

Dion.

Hi Guys, thanks heaps for the info, kind of feel better that I haven't bought a dud.

Rolande, I'm going to try play around with the intake, and then try the same hill again, see if it makes any difference.

Dion, when you installed the intercooler did you make any fuel adjustments?

Cheers

Peter 2, I changed the fuel filter about 3 months ago, I was hoping it would make a difference and spewing it didn't.

Cheers

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