NS DID Pajero towing capability

Submitted: Friday, Aug 01, 2008 at 09:20

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youngharry52

Morning one and all,

I am considering a NS DID Pajero to tow a 2t caravan. A friend of a friend has told me they wouldnt pull the skin off a rice pudding... Can anybody tell me from personal experience the actual towing capability of this vehicle. I know they are rated at 2.5t same as the Pajero.

Kindest regards

Chris

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Reply By: Member - Kane H (WA) - Friday, Aug 01, 2008 at 11:35

Friday, Aug 01, 2008 at 11:35

Got a mate with an 03 exceed (3.2ltr diesel) who pulls 1.7 tonne caravan without any problem at all

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Follow Up By: Member - Redbakk (WA) - Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 00:42

Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 00:42

Good for 2.5 tonne

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Reply By: MrBitchi (QLD) - Friday, Aug 01, 2008 at 11:51

Friday, Aug 01, 2008 at 11:51

f you look around they're one of the most popular tow vehicles out there amongst the grey nomads. The 3.2DID is one sweet engine with lots of grunt for towing and pretty good fuel economy.

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Reply By: Member - colin J (VIC) - Friday, Aug 01, 2008 at 14:44

Friday, Aug 01, 2008 at 14:44

Hi Chris
I own a NS DID Pajero, and tow an offroad van that weighs approx 1750 kg. This is my third Pajero and the NS is by far the best Paj i've owned for towing etc. I tow my van through the Alps and into some pretty radical places and i'm very impressed with it's towing and pulling capabilities. They are a great 4wd to drive with a lot of accessories etc. As with all my 4wds i would suggest an after market suspension to help with handling etc.
I picked up my NS and two days later had the suspension done.
The same NS sold over seas is rated as being able to tow 3.5 t but with the possibility of extreme temperatures in Aus they rate it's capacity as 2.5 t on all models sold here.
Regards from Big Col

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Follow Up By: Member - Redbakk (WA) - Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 00:46

Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 00:46

Colin...what suspension did you get

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Follow Up By: Member - Redbakk (WA) - Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 00:48

Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 00:48

Don't worry...I checked your profile

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Follow Up By: Member - JohnR (Vic) - Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 20:46

Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 20:46

Redbakk, I am interested in your question in regard to the suspension on the Pajero and I read the profile of the heavy duty suspension. Are you aware of problems of Pajeros towing?

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Follow Up By: Member - colin J (VIC) - Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 21:18

Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 21:18

There is nothing to be concerned with the Pajeros suspension but all modern 4wds have there suspension set up configured fairly softly, to give a more comfortable ride. If you do some offroad touring and in particular towing in these conditions all suspensions will eventually sag. The benefits of a firmer, more durable after market suspension, are in my opinion considerable so instead of upgading when the originals start to go soft or sag i replace them right from the start.
Regards from Big Col

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Follow Up By: Member - JohnR (Vic) - Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 23:05

Saturday, Aug 02, 2008 at 23:05

Colin, I am aware of a fellow with one who says he nearly lost control. I know nothing of the circumstance though to make assertions about how, when or where. I understand though he has the standard suspension. It is some years since I have towed with a standard suspension. I respect your comment and the decision to upgrade your suspension.

It was the point by Redbakk that drew my attention.

If anyone was aware of towing problems with standard suspensions, I can respect confidence if I was to be informed by MM or email. The email is with the profile.

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