5 things I HATE about my D22 Navara

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Behold... 5 things I hate about my D22 Nissan Navara!
Honestly struggled to fill out a whole 5 things, stay tuned for the sequel: 5 Things I LOVE!
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[@lethaloutdoors001]

Good stuff mate, I recently bought a d22 and I think I've watched all your vids, keep em coming !

[@ap4x4]

Thanks mate! Plenty more on the way!

[@BobBeazley]

Totally agree on all your points but I still love my D22, mostly because it’s simple, goes pretty well off-road and I don’t have to worry about it like a $100k 79 or Patrol. I’d buy a new version with coil over setup and 20% more power in a heart beat!

[@willmcc05]

100k for a patrol? I got mine for under 4k and it goes hard offroad and towing 😂

[@jacobtheaviator9976]

@@willmcc05 good luck finding out thats not gonna have 400ks and a shit ton of issues for that price now adays

[@Guy-67]

Awesome video mate . I was gonna buy 1 . I’m now rethinking other dual cabs

[@lochienelmes7846]

This vids great, I love my d22 and this just made me feel like the issues I have with mine are just common in them 🤣

[@ap4x4]

Yeah it seems that way 😂 we're all in this together! ❤

[@mattboun2323]

Agree with lack of power at 98kw, however use my 2010 d22 for towing a car trailer loaded mostly Melbourne to Sydney and has never let me down. The driver seat for me seems sweet as I spend over 9 hours behind the wheel minus fuel stops. Back seat is rubbish never carry passengers in the rear. Internal road noise is real bad, decent stereo eliminates this problem. Steering not the best but handles better with loaded trailer, don't know why but it does. Still in my opinion good bang for the buck!

[@felipefernandes3399]

Mate I just bought my d22 and after a couple of kilomiters runing it I realized that all complains u said is definetly true! Omg the seats are terrible and the car has a lot o play on the steering wheel.. but apart from that it is fine

[@GeRaiDah]

My d22 has the qd32 engine that ive just poped a td27 turbo on it, thing went from being a slug to performing like my old p11 bluebird sr20 na. As for the steering and suspension im not to fussy, these ute have way better lock then Toyotas of the same era and my torsion bars havent broken yet nor any of the ball joints touch wood

[@thelazylizardmatt]

I have a 2015 model, can't fault it. I knew what I was buying. Top vehicle. I would buy another one in a heartbeat ☺️

[@ap4x4]

This is actually my second D22! I whinge and moan but I do have a soft spot for these units, they have their quirks but they're a tough little nugget!

[@buddys-gaming]

I have to say if your gonna buy a d22 it's gotta be the vg33e 3.3L v6 petrol. They are absolutely guzzlers but 125kw nice and quiet a little more weight over the front end and also they are unstoppable made me fall in love with the D22 all over again

[@ap4x4]

I have looked into those as a project as I believe you can import a supercharger of sorts for them from either the states or the UK? Don't know if it's true but you better believe it has my attention 😂

[@buddys-gaming]

Yea it's true although from what I've heard from people In the states the N/A are more fun/responsive to drive ? Best bet is to throw the turbo set up off the 300z they run the same motor

[@ap4x4]

@@buddys-gaming can you stop putting ideas in my head 😂 I'm gunna look into that, appreciate the tip! 😉

[@evoxowner7952]

relatable bro love your channel

[@ap4x4]

Thanks mate!

[@DarylSaunders737]

Ain't you a moany lot """ I brought my d22 in 2006 ( she's a 2004) and still have her today. Only let me down once and had to get breakdown ride home. Don't get me wrong I've had my issues but she's allways got me home. I love my d22 🤗

[@Tommyarto]

I don’t have the noise issues but do have the steering issues - power is what it is - 2014 D22 👍🏼

[@nilasanbogdan8933]

Hey, very strong 5 points mate! I have the same truck but from 2008... done a lot of work on it and this video kinda shows me that my fight is not over! 😁😁 About the driver seat i really want to try one from a Nissan Terrano 2 ( name in Europe) or a Patrol y61. I belive its plug and play but i haven't got the chance to try it yet. There are more comfy tractors than this truck! 😁

[@user-fe1jg3gs8l]

Nice review . I have had problems with the power steering squealing and now the aircon belt slipping and squealing too. Could be the aircon compressor seizing but cannot reach it from the top. Otherwise it’s doing the job

[@NDtlo]

I ve had / D 22 / QD 32 engine since 11 yrs Runs like a SWISS WATCH Also U get what u pay 4 x Remember there are NO PERFECT Vehicles + Engine / when climbing = Bit slow but depends on the driving skills too + 2nd row of seats = bit tight max 2 / 3 Pax + Its a simple rig / easy to repair / low maintenance + When Off roading : Will take U ANY WHERE + Superb Gear Box 4x4 + Will i buy another unit : Yes , QD 32 engine / VNT Turbo version - After market fitting !!! THX 4 the Vid , Enjoy

[@jacksnape2193]

I have a 2000 3.2l one, before the zd30, it makes the features a lot more reasonable it being a 2000

[@philthy63612345]

They still sell them brand new In Southern Africa, I bought one in 2019, very agricultural but half the price of hilux or dmax so can't compare them really. Solid and reliable work horse but very poor safely rating.

[@ap4x4]

You're kidding! Thats crazy, do they still have the same engine?

[@philthy63612345]

@@ap4x4 same engine, 2.5l diesel only, not the 3liter. Sold new for around 26k aus dollar with 3yr warranty and service plan too.

[@joelrees9519]

@@philthy63612345 wow!!! I want a new one love my 2008. Wish they sold them new in New Zealand

[@christopherbedwell759]

I have one of the last, it’s a 2015 - it came with cruise control and it’s a 2.5L - a lot of your issues can be overcome with a throttle control…

[@wadehocking1395]

I have a 1998 qd32 na it is slow but with the front lokka I don't get bogged ever. Not including patrol holes obviously

[@tyroneomundson6278]

Mate gone from a 75series cruiser to this and gotta say it's 100 times more comfortable haha

[@ap4x4]

I've spent a bit of time in 75s and I have to agree, there's not much thats less comfortable than a 75 😂

[@Tom-mk7iq]

Haha yeah its loud in the cabin of diesel powered d22. They need more sound deadening. The single cabs are even worse for leg room.. but i love mine.

[@ashaoutdooradventures528]

G'day mate They not bad car's But every time you go 4xdriving it's always something to work on the car Specially on the Corrogation road Chassis bolts get missing . Cheers Asha 👍

[@ap4x4]

Yep! There's always something after a trip 🥲

[@williamparslow5060]

One of ya greats

[@ap4x4]

Thanks mate!

[@ericparr3868]

I can not complain at all I upgraded from a 1995 ford courier petty to a 2004 d22

[@crustydoughnutz5379]

I hate the top bell housing bolt, you know, the one closest to the turbo out flange, hate that bolt…..

[@ClickClickDirt]

I upgrade my intercooler put bigger pipes and a a new turbo, just did a full custom setup and it absolutely hammers now. The factory intercooler is garbage

[@ap4x4]

Interested to know what gear you're running, mate!

[@blakey2329]

Hey man when are you going to do a 2-inch body lift installation video?

[@ap4x4]

Hey mate, I'm hoping to do a 1 inch body lift soon. Didn't want all the height and attention of a 2 inch 🤟

[@travisclarke3088]

im at about 45min with the seat atm, thinking of packing the front of it up to tilt the base a bit giving a more comfortable leg angle while driving. One thing many people dont really think of with these cars is they always were a basic farm truck, and they still do it very well now, as standard they would tick majority of boxes for farmers as a run around farm hack. they didnt require all the fancy stuff that would add to cost, I'd say confidently the d22 was the last "factory farm truck" with the bare basics, no cruise, no touch screen head unit. bare minimum so little could go wrong. as for your cruise, I installed an e-cruise in my YD, real easy and cheap mod you can DIY. the fitment can just about look factory too

[@ap4x4]

Completely agree! Great little nugget for what they are! I'll look into those cruise control units, thanks mate!

[@travisclarke3088]

@@ap4x4 ebay is your friend, picked mine up for about $550 if i recall correctly

[@andrewwilliams5337]

@@travisclarke3088 yup. Got mine off eBay for about that. Easily paid for itself on the trip from Melb to Bris… and was piss easy to install. Remote key fob is another upgrade I’d recommend, best $20 I’ve spent on it.

[@riamriam6758]

Let’s say you were thinking of an engine swap. What would you put in?. Good upload👍🏼

[@ap4x4]

4JJ1 for the win! But when the donk pops I'll likely just rebuild another YD 🤷

[@kyledunn4x410]

Couldn’t agree more 😂😂😂

[@ap4x4]

Seems the general consensus hey! 😂 #navlife

[@Autonomous_17]

damn the international D22 are so different, my 2001 nissan frontier aka also a d22 has cruise control, oem steering wheel controls and plenty of power for my use, really only thing they share is steering is weaker although I have never had problems. mine does have all the factory extra options except the sunroof which is real shame as I would have wanted one but my dad didnt order it back in the day.

[@samyeomans6710]

I’ve been in the back of one of these with 3 others in the car including a 6ft7 driver. I’m 6ft1 myself so it wasn’t very comfortable being 20cm away from his head and 20cm away from the bloke next to me and leg room that tbh was worse than my sisters Yaris

[@ap4x4]

Not a passenger friendly car at all, hey! 😂

[@andrewwilliams5337]

They were built to a budget, it’s very unusual for a manufacturer to keep selling the old model alongside the new (9 years!!) But people kept buying them. I like that it’s a bit rough and loose. Back seat is crap! It’s way too small. And I’ve never gotten used (even after 6 years and 150km) to the gear lever throw being so long, once every few weeks I’ll still crunch a gear 😂

[@ap4x4]

They definitely were but they're a tough little nugget! While I appreciate that they're pretty rough and simple as a result, I'd also appreciate if my steering wasnt the thing that felt loose 😂

[@JimmyTTE]

I always felt that if they had made the foot well deeper and moved the pedals closer to the engine it would have made the world of difference to the interior space🤷🏻‍♂️

[@West-Walker]

Looking at getting one as a family beach/dingy launcher ute for life in Broome. Worth it?

[@ap4x4]

I reckon it'd do that no worries, mate! Mine loves the beach and I never had issues towing my tinnie around 😁

[@Silent824]

Hahaha so true but I still love my 22.

[@ap4x4]

Oh I love mine to bits but it doesn't mean it's without quirks! 🤪 Awesome little utes!

[@stevenhart9004]

Ya poor bugger you must have got a dud lol Ive got a 2005 model from new. I stopped servicing it at 70,000 because the nissan dealer was crap. Ive done random oil & filter changes when occasionally needed. It never broke down & i didn't have to replace a part in 430,000km, its been across every mountain or beach i can find & done 130kph across the desert for 600km on sharp rock. Shes original which is the key, alter things and you risk breakdown as you know haha. Mine is so reliable i would drive to WA or Darwin through the middle of Australia with out a tool kit lol

[@dancinpigeons4130]

I’d be one of those you seen snap a torsion bar adjuster… shit situation to be in in a boghole I tell ya but a few great mates and some laughs and it was home and fixed mate literally 1 bolt and it’s out

[@ap4x4]

Great to have good mates about to help and make light of those situations!

[@blakemaaate7767]

Have you looked at the jamie knobel remap for more power and torque

[@ap4x4]

I'm aware of them but I intend on changing the exhaust again, doing a new turbo, airbox and then doing a tune 👌 after August! 🤩

[@heykevwhatyouup2]

I’m sure they fixed all the faults from the D 22 now they call it an NP 300 I Just bought a D 22 and have the same steering issue

[@kobifawcett3026]

Does your firewall also feel like it’s gonna catch your legs on fire during summer ☀️

[@ap4x4]

Every day 🥲

[@ghostofdre]

The stock tune is anemic, I ended up tuning mine which made is a lot better. The 3" exhaust I would argue is too big, mine ended up impacting in several locations and there's not a lot of room at the back end for the exhaust to fit between larger tyres and the towbar attachment. Stock speakers are a disgrace, I replaced the fronts with 6x9's but the rears you will need to make spacers and get shallow speakers, under 50mm will fit with spacers. The problem there is the rail for the power windows is right behind the factory speaker location, the previous ZD30 models had speakers there, the YD25 model didn't. The front is, well its something you get used to but you shouldn't have to. IT's a real struggle on some roads, but it at least keeps you focused and awake, no slacking off whilst driving a D22 😁

[@topnotch8432]

It's just an extended single cab really- you rip out the carpet and you'll see, the drivers row cabin space is the same unfortunately as I am 6ft4. Edit: Over 800 photo's of the build for mine.

[@Hitmason100]

Laughs in vg30 v6 when talking about kw power, cries in vg30 v6 when talking about creek crossings hahahaha

[@ap4x4]

But what we all have in common is that we all cry over our nav at some point 😂

[@Hitmason100]

@@ap4x4 haha

[@matthewhayward5926]

Bluetooth is crap, cup holders are crap, towing capacity is crap, mirrors are crap, after market products are very limited. You could be driving around in a 2015 model with low ks and the average person still thinks its a really old ute

[@stephjacobson3697]

I have been trying to find a subwoofer to suit this car. Recommendations?

[@ap4x4]

I have a Kicker 11HS8 slimline sub that I'll be putting in at some stage, probably on the back wall!

[@troybarrett3434]

Hey Steph I have a 10inch RF behind seat in box can send you dimensions of box I made. just required spacing out seat catch with a couple of washer to get clearance from face if sub to rear of seat.

[@jackstevens2968]

Should have got a qd32 one!!

[@ap4x4]

Should have got the TD42 one 😅

[@davidl9687]

Hey where did you get your rain guards from I'm after the blacked out look

[@ap4x4]

They were an OCAM piece from memory ✌

[@davidl9687]

@@ap4x4 cheer man. Love your videos I've just got myself a 2005 d22 3Ltr and loving my potato probably one of the best looking older 4x4s out IMO

[@ap4x4]

@@davidl9687 they're a tough little nugget for sure man!

[@davidl9687]

@@ap4x4 do you have any more videos coming? Any big plans for engine as for say 3" exhaust. Upgrade turbo. Intercooler. Remap. Just curious mate as it's really hard to find any information on the d22 in getting more power from them and keeping egts low. I heard blanking the egr means higher egts an curious how to compensate blanking the egr an keeping egts low.... I'm not mechanically minded so all this is just doing my head in because I only want the best for my zd30 I love the whole style to them but hate what they have done with the whole engine tune standards and other sma details

[@ap4x4]

@@davidl9687 Hey mate, I'm absolutely intending on getting more vids out, my life is just a shamble between work, bands, health and preparation for a road trip coming up. After my trip in August I intend on refining the cab comfort and chasing some power before I head down to Vic in April. This will (hopefully) include a new airbox, turbo, new exhaust, EGT & boost gauges and a tune. By the time I wrap up the August trip vids and everything I'm doing now I'd expect those vids around the end of the year. So it's on the cards but not within the next few months unfortunately. All efforts have been towards getting the Nav to run right and getting my canopy/touring setup done in time.

[@cameronmcmillan1355]

What seats you got ? Or just a seat cover

[@ap4x4]

Neoprene seat covers from the Wetseat. They're actually $300 well spent!

[@pobpete]

The lack of cup holders also sucks

[@robstanfield4338]

I bought two cup holders for my D22 a couple of years ago. They go in place of the ash trays, work well.

[@brendanfos]

My 2005 zd is ridiculously slow. Need a tune haha

[@ap4x4]

All navaras need a tune 😂

[@Techno0908]

The zd30 Navaras are still absolutely pathetic for stock power (or at least mine). I still have and love my navara now with some power upgrades but I recently got into a stock GU turbo 4.2 and only 4 more kw rated but it fells like it has 50 more kw driving stock vs stock. The gu will actually do 100km with my small canopy and RTT on. Be luck if I ever saw 100 out of my stock navara loaded the same, ‘110kw’ no way.

[@brendonwilliams4916]

Hmmm. Maybe it is time to update? I mean they are agricultural at best hahaha.

[@ap4x4]

I've invested too much 😂 would be lying if I said I wasn't looking at GQs for a project though 😅 #chopchop

[@benjuzz1000]

Did you find that your injectors are generally noisy

[@ap4x4]

I find everything about the car noisy 😂 particularly the fuel pump!

[@godlovesall2427]

Is this car a good 4x4 for me to get? If not bro do you know any around the 15-20k price tag that are reliable and decent 4x4ing? I’m not crazy into it like how probably you are I just wanna go for drives along the beach/ out bush nothing to hectic, I’m looking at these cars for sure and was wondering if you’d have any advice while I’m looking for one, cheers mate God bless

[@poof2380]

Hey mate ever find out a better pick?in the same position as you

[@jimgoose9146]

👍

[@daniellanghorne272]

Do body lift and roof racks then you'll know what noise is

[@ap4x4]

I'm literally about to do both of these 😆

[@Auxbeam]

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[@devarmont87]

I have the 2013 model. I would like to add to this list with - 1) gear stick rattle (possibly due to exhaust and drive shaft touching) 2) rattle behind the dash. - apparently its the heater box behind dash. 3) yes.. severe lack of power. You cannot tow with this farm car. 4) black soot.. now I've done a lot more to mine than you, and it still blows soot and it's embarrassing. It's by far my most hated feature of the ute. So yeah, I still love my baby very much but if I had my time again I'd think twice You mentioned rainbow, do you live in SEQ? We should meet up for a cruise up the beach and laugh about all the noises our Navi makes

[@intothenight756d47]

EGR Valve $110. Oven cleaner $8. Do it.

[@ap4x4]

Hey mate, thanks for your comment! All very reasonable points! I'm in rural SEQ, definitely keen for a cruise up Rainbow, hoping to be that way closer to the end of the year. Hit me up on insta, message me and we'll keep in touch and make it happen! ✌

[@aldente9310]

Block the egr

[@WoodyWombat]

I had a plastic sounding rattle in my engine bay on the passenger side and I thought it might’ve been the same thing behind the dash but it turned out to where the air intake runs along the inside of the side guard and connects around the air box with a bit of foam to seal it up that part right there was the cause of the plastic sounding rattle all I done was shove a rag in between the battery and the air intake pipe to stop the vibration and hasn’t made the noise since might be something you should check before you go ripping your dash apart haha

[@devarmont87]

@@WoodyWombat I'll have a check. Cheers for the tip. I don't plan on ripping my dash apart anymore, I just play Korn and Rammstein real loud now and I dont notice any sounds

[@jamest4424]

2013 navara is more comfortable to drive than 2023 hilux. Imo.

[@jackthum9167]

I hate how something else always breaks in the process of fixing something

[@ap4x4]

Every. Damn. Time. 🥲

[@jptv8738]

Thanks, I'm definitely not buying this piece of shit now. I'm glad I saw your video.

[@nathanwhite7477]

Yea front coil overs would be nice but then they would be double the price my d22 is stock with throtle controler and egr block goes better than my rb30 efi patrol

[@ap4x4]

Very true, but not gunna stop me from doing the conversion and trying 😂 part of me just likes to pull things apart, would definitely appreciate the softer ride too!

[@intothenight756d47]

New EGR valve every 100,000kms costs you $110. EGR block will get you put off the road.

[@dancinpigeons4130]

I hate the torsion bar suspension. It’s terrible

[@ap4x4]

Dancing with the idea of the PSR coiliver kit 🤔

[@Bobodeman]

D22 are just a basic older design with very minimal. While d40 is a newer design with all the bells and whists

[@ap4x4]

Agree! They catered to a different market for sure 🙂

[@DarylSaunders737]

The d40 isn't a truck, it's a jacked up car.

[@JoshMate-lz4hy]

I can not help myself. 1. Your 9 inch lights on the front limit airflow. 2. Intercooler regarding noise And Your anal about power so limit the drag. 3 tyres? What you got? That contributes heaps to road noise I have found.

[@stephjacobson3697]

My d22 has such bad wheel alignment :(

[@ap4x4]

Super hard to get a good alignment once they're lifted! I'm 3 inches suspension lifted and about to drop the front as my rear sags a little with the weight of my canopy on the back and then I'll put a 1 inch body lift to compensate for the lack of wheel arch clearance for my next set of tyres being a size bigger. Thank you for your order, too! It's on its way! 😁

[@lauchlanstill6677]

1 it’s a nav 2 it’s a nav 3 it’s a nav 4 it’s a nav 5 ^

[@ap4x4]

Hurtful but fair 😂 but still better than a hilux 😘

[@WillCrimmins-il6wb]

Zd d22 is guttless af on hills.... Farm animals overtake you like your standing still

[@Lyndamaddison]

Ok , so off the bat I will say bagging out the d22 seem quite a common thread throughout your vids. I get the feeling if you could afford something else..... you'd jump at it. So then begs the question...... other than profiteering, why do the vids? It's of no use to anyone to bag stuff out. Do a vid of 5 things you love about the d22!!! Also as a rebuttle can I just say..... 1. Steering. Most folks understand raising ANY IFS vehicle over 2" is asking for trouble, regardless of any aftermarket crap you put on it to overcome problems. So take ownership of that mistake and don't blame the Nav. 2. Torsion Bars.... hey can't argue with you there. 3. Radiator/running hot. Well any quality cooling/Radiator joint will tell you, the bigger radiator is no more effective than standard..... reason- bigger volume of water = harder to cool down!! 4. Power. I had a standard engine with a chip. It went great. No issue. I now have no chip, but intercooler, turbo, standard boost, standard radiator, throttle controller and mine goes like shit off a shovel!!! 5. Front seats. If I had a dollar for everyone that sits in mine and comments how comfortable the seats are..... I'd be very VERY rich. 6. Noisy. Can't argue. 7. Creature comforts. If thats what your after go for a D40. You bought a farm/trading truck,..... again own your decision don't blame the Nav.

[@Daniel-de3kt]

This video is extremely beneficial for anyone looking to purchase a similar car and wanting to know REAL world frustrations so they can make a more informed purchasing decision. Everyone loves to "show off" their cars and tell you everything that they love, but not many people pause to honestly let you know their frustrations. All cars have their good and bad points, he clearly loves the car which is why he continually upgrades it the way he does, this video is intentionally focussing on the negative points as you can tell by the title.

[@ap4x4]

Thanks Dan! I appreciate you understanding! Lauren, One of my next videos out will be "5 things I love about my D22" so stay tuned for that! 😄 "What I could afford" didn't bind me to a D22, my options were open to most vehicles on the market but I made the informed decision to stick with the D22, maybe that's another video idea for me! 😊 I look forward to kicking much bigger financial goals in the next 24 months than just owning an expensive vehicle. I've managed to find a car I like that does what I need (reliably enough) with a community I LOVE and I'm gunna stick it out until it can no longer do what I require it to (heavy long distance towing, etc). I take the mickey a lot sure, but the overwhelming response to my videos is that they're honest and relatable to the average driver and I intend to keep them that way. I'm aware of your points and believe I mention some of those points in either this video or other videos. If not this video, you're absolutely right and I should have been more careful in ensuring everyone was made aware of why I may have these issues (eg, the suspension lift compromising steering). I probably get a bit complacent in the fact that most of my (engaging) audience are modifying their cars in similar ways to myself and so will likely face the same issues I do 🙂 I'll be more thorough next time, thank you for your comment, I do appreciate the feedback and constructive criticism! 🙂 Regards, Clay

[@michaelfahey6300]

90% of the problems you are expressing with the vehicle are self inflicted, these problems are poor upgrades hasn't been done right.

[@jesusjose65]

i think you are the 5 things thats why you hate that D22. you should leave it as it is

[@melvinthemechanic]

Bruh 12 kw is nothing going from 2,5 to 3 liter Say an audi diesel 1,5 has 80 hp Or even 100hp Now their 2 L has 175hp 😂😂 So a 3liter is literally a downgrade. Better just to tune and mod the 2,5 to be a better engine

[@SteveXNYC]

Worst front suspension ride.

[@smithlow5610]

Why did you buy it, should do your research first.

[@ap4x4]

What car is perfect? I'd have been doing this video regardless what vehicle I bought. Show me a vehicle that's without fault and I'll start a free OnlyFans accout! 😆

[@rylandpeters8982]

only navara to get is the 2000 model 3.2L qd32