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Did you check the size of the tyres?? If not, this could have been the difference in performance that you mentioned, ie a larger rolling radius than standard will knock a bit of wind from its sails when accelarating. I do not know of any differences in specs between the 98-99 models, so if there was a difference, it would have to be something that the owner had done, like free flow exhaust, or even a chip enhancment or a good injector tune. Holp this may have given you some clue. Tristjo.

Kev, have both vehicles got snorkels? and look at the exhaust systems one may be bigger than the other, which would allow the exhaust gasses to escape more quickly and hence have more go.
Relaxed

Why is there 2 kevs on this forum ???

To all formites out there ,

this guy above is using my id as i have been contributing to this forum every day or two for a while now and have no interest in buying a Nissan as i am a proud owner of a 80 series Landcruiser !

Hey kev , can you change your id please ?

if you think the 2.8 is a goer, try a 3.0 or 4.2

I havent heard much good about the 2.8, infact, 99% is its well underpowered.. ITs a 2ton+ truck with a motor and runnin gear out of a small wifes car!

The 2.8 Patrol is the most difficult vehicle I have ever had to train people to drive in. Zero off boost revs, high first gear, then turbo cuts in and wheel spin, a very frustrating vehicle to drive in difficult terrain especialy for new players. You should be able to buy a N\A 4.2 for the same price as a 2.8 and I know you will find it a far more versatile vehicle. Cheers RobCairns Offroad Training & Tours

We had a 2.8 deisel for 4 years, it towed well on highway, quiet economical in fuel, but ......... Came back to 4.2 deisel Ford Maverick/Nissan.

Hi there Kev, Just as a matter of interest, how many k's and how old are the 2,8s and how much and what condition. Do they look like they have been of road? regards Michael