Sunday, Jan 16, 2011 at 10:37
Hi paul
I have an 03 Rodeo and have the same problem (lke many others) with the fuel guage, comes on when i still have 20+ litres. I bought a scangauge to over come this and is more accurate than any fuel gauge (IMO). Its a concern that it hasnt been fixed in the later rodeos and the even later Dmax's.
Now my motor is a totally different kettle of fish to yours, being a 3.0l non-CRD, its no rocket (doesnt need to be), but great on fuel and pulls my camper nicely.
It could use a little more clearance but they have gone nuts with bash plates and protector panels underneath to compensate.
with regards to the colorado and dmax being made in different factories, this is a much discussed debate.
I find it almost amusing the stories you here, so much product sharing between companies, facility sharing, contracted manufacture who really knows who makes cars these days, all you can be really sure of is what badge is on the front.
But i will give my version- for what its worth.
Originally GM Holden, contracted Isuzu to produce Rodeos ( re-badge their existing utes sold overseas to be branded rodeos and have them imported into Aus).
After a while Isuzu wanted their brand back and wanted to have a bigger presence in Aus but didnt want to press anymore, So GM obtained the press for the rodeos and started pressing the colorados with a contract from isuzu to also press the dmax (and other variants sold overseas) as it was more economical for both companies (cheaper for isuzu as they no longer had to manufacture their utility vehicle range, and GM got the press at a great price). A part of the deal was isuzu was to still provide the diesel motors. So yes, the dmax and colorados are manufactured in the GM factory in Thailand. You dont hear about that much, and definitely not from an Isuzu dealer.
As part of the great Isuzu press clearance sale, great wall purchased the TF and RA rodeo presses cheap and now you have v240 and v220 (which i personally think are great value for what they offer)
Now, i have had a great interest in how this all worked and done a fair it of research, talked to various dealers etc. This is what i have made from my conversations and research. Im not saying its gospel and im not wanting to start a debate over it, but would be interested in knowing if anyone else could contribute.
And just to add, i wish i had a few more bob as i love the look of the new dmax limited.
Cheers
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