Buying a 4WD Feedback

Hi Kumunara NT
Thanks Heaps

Who would take any notice of anyone who admits they know people that drink warm VB. I wouldn't even admit to knowing anyone that even drinks VB, warm cold or otherwise LOL

Kumunara, a person you know who drinks to much at Neds Corner and sits on 3 legged chairs, got rid of his Turbo 3 ltr and now owns a 4.2 80 series Cruiser to tow his van. Believes he needs a bit more from it. The 2 best scenerios are either Turbo or LPG the Cruiser IMHO..

Blaze

Warm VB is the drink up here with some of the older blokes. They didn't have fridges or ice when out in the bush working. They drank VB warm and some still like it like that.

Not that many years ago you either drank white cans (Carlton) or green cans (VB).

The gentleman you were referring to I remember well. He was so drunk he was able to balance on a 3 legged chair. If he had sat on a 4 legged chair he would have fallen off.



Tjilpi

Nav 8,

What type did you fit - its something I am considering.
My reserach suggests there are two types - an electronic type that involves a computer and a second mechanical type where the gas is injected based on the turbo boost. If your vehicle is N/A it has to be the elcronic type. I have researched eCo-shot, ECOMIX, and the Diesel/Gas Australia model. Are there any others you came across. Your comments and reason for choosing the one you did would be of value.
If you don't want to post the details here I can provide my email address.
I am convinced its worth doing from the research I've done,
Cheers and thanks,
Glen

G`Day Geepeem,,,Yes there are two types as you said. I have the non computer type that simply injects metered gas through a jet into the air intake. The gas is turned on and off by a micro switch on the accelerator pedal and the jet size is determined by running on a dyno until the correct size is found. It is a super simple system with only a T fitted into the heater hose to supply warm water to the regulator, and the crankcase breather hose relocated behind where the gas is injected. This is done to prevent gas entering the crankcase. My Navara has the ZD 30 engine and is turboed. It was fitted by a company called Liberty gas in Rockingham WA. As I have said I am very happy with the set-up so far. The gas tank is a 40 Ltr that holds 38 Ltrs gas and fits up under the chassis and the system uses 15 Ltr gas per 1000Km so has a total range of over 2000Km. The reason I chose this system was its simplicity and the fact that it has minimal interference with the engine and electrics, and the total cost of $3865.00. After rebates it only cost me $865.00 . I feel the advantage of extra power as we pull a 20Ft van and the extra 100Km a tank of fuel will soon pay for its self. Hope this information is of some help. Regards Nav.

Both questions is can of worms one – there are so many opinions as drivers.

You can gain some compressor opinion
here.

My advise is buy best what you can afford – you will be p155ed to the death if your compressor get broken and you have nothing else to inflate your tyres with.

No such things as “battery for compressor” – if you recon that your battery not up to scratch, then just leave engine running during inflation – compressors do not consume much power really (comparing to winches, say).

What about general battery question is greatly depends on application – search forum it been discuss numerous times. My personal believing is wet style (with caps, no “low-maintenance” or “maintenance-free” ones in my garage!!!) deep cycle or combine cycle dual battery system will deliver most reliable and long service. Of course if looked after properly.

PS would be better make new thread.

Cheers
Serg

Serg,

I think he just means what type of 12v compressor and not both compressor and Battery.

Barra1,

I would suggest that you get a compressor that is not permenately fixed under the bonnet as they don't really like the heat. Get a reputable brand that has it contained in a carry case etc.

Cheers Kev

Oh, I see he meant “battery operated compressor”. Yep, agree with your feelings that underbonet location not the best for 12V electric compressors. I am still in stage of make permanently mounted compressor, but recon I can fit it in rear right quarter.

Cheers
Serg