Isuzu MU-X Walk-around - 1 Year & 50,000km Review

[@corywilliamsmith]

This is my dream rig, I'm jealous and wish isuzu would come back the States

[@georgem579]

Hi Nic love your vids. Am looking at an MUX in the next few days. I used to run a rally car years ago, we used to cut a jubilee clamp (hose clamp) and run a self tapper screw into the back of our lights and back into the grille somewhere. This stopped the lights shuddering, also gave a bit of adjustment, worked well,cheers

[@bevanbridge1020]

Been following you for ages now, I brought a 2019 model, and you inspired me to diy on a few things like you have done. Except I am not mechanically minded so I have had abit of help on rhino rack install, arb summit bar etc, The rack is practical as f...,and looks awesome. I got up the courage to install a catch can myself. Can't thank you enough for your videos, f...ing inspiration mate, love ya man.

[@LowRangeNick]

Thanks alot Bevan! That's soo great to hear 😊

[@hearliam]

Love the start, where you drop out of the sky, love your channel

[@kingstoncowboy01]

The "Super 4 touch" sounds a great idea...Cool wagon !!

[@rickandersen707]

Great car mate......I'm looking at an LSM ..... your issue with the spotties vibrating....as an Engineer I would suggest it's more likely the light brackets themselves or light housing as opposed to the Bullbar causing the issue.....but you'll work it out I'm sure......have you looked at the Maxxis range of tyres in particular the RAZR AT811...great set up in the rear with the fridge etc......perfect

[@danonokelly4214]

Great review Nick. I just picked up my 2019 MU-X this weekend. I would say that your channel really was a huge factor in me looking seriously at the Isuzu over a second hand Prado. I am really enjoying it so far and have subscribed so I can perhaps accomplish some of your mods down the track. Quick question and sorry If it is in a video I have not discovered yet. Did you do anything to your exhaust or is it stock standard? Is there a reason to consider an aftermarket exhaust on the MU-X in your opinion? Thanks mate and keep up the great content. I love your channel.

[@LowRangeNick]

Thanks alot 😊 Great choice getting an Mu-x. My exhaust is stock standard. You won't see much gain fitting an exhaust to the DPF models. No real gain in sound and very minimum performance gain if anything. 😊

[@PaulOff-RoadDownunder]

Always great content & feedback. Nice to hear your thoughts on everything 👍 Mmmm..... That ECU mod is very enticing I must say....I guess I just worry about warranty.... Maybe I'll get over that ! 😉

[@stevens15007]

Try the Hankook ATM they are quiet yet really good off-road, not as aggressive as Nitto or the like.

[@greexc]

Thanks mate , informative and well presented. Need to hear your comments on the compliance for rego with regards to removing seats. Thanks

[@LowRangeNick]

From what I have heard if they are temporarily removed then there is no need to get it mod plated. But I have also heard of people getting booked for not having the seat removal plated. I havnt had the vehicle plated because if I ever sell the vehicle I will be re fitting the seats more than likely.

[@johngreenfield3396]

Hi Nick great videos … keep them coming 👍… my only comment would be to buy yourself a wireless clip on lapel mic for better audio. Unfortunately camera mikes dont cut it. Have a look at Rode Microphones … great Australian product

[@MiniLuv-1984]

You've created a nice vehicle Nick.

[@shootar75]

I'm running wildpeak 265/70/17 and they seem really good tyre for price.

[@WhyWouldYouDrawThat]

yep. I've done lots of research. wildpeak at3w 265/65/18 is going on once I get through the factory ones. Stock rims. I'd like to upgrade them, but they'll be fine. Apparently they are good on everything including snow!!

[@shootar75]

@@WhyWouldYouDrawThat i had hankook rf10's on for 90k which included a fair bit of offroad/gravel including the cape. But they were pretty sketchy at the end, but they were great tyres. The wildpeaks are about the same with slightly more agressive sidewalls and feel good in the wet.

[@johndimitroff1033]

Thanks Nick . Seriously like the Mu-X but would have liked to know about its towing performance when towing a van weighing 3000kg.

[@eckahesketh9789]

you've sold me buddy.. i didn't want the dmax to tow my 2.5 ton caravan.. the dmux will suffice.. interesting about the extra power. ive heard there will be a power kit coming out 2021

[@anbu999]

Mount the spotlights on the top bar (hanging upside down)

[@achalsingla]

Good nd honest reviews of modifications, I like it👍

[@achalsingla]

I have also isuzu mux 4wd,tell me one thing I have company fitted tyres 255/60/r18 bristone duler HT but I want to change my tyres profile 275/60/r18 (Yokohama geolander AT),what is your opinion about pickup, mileage, bouncy ride on highway (because of tyre upsize),tyre road noise, after tyres size upgrade.

[@corty79]

Looks great Nick, glad I found your review. I've been looking for a full bumper replacement steel bar for my 2014 MU-x ( I currently have the factory alloy bar) . I did notice the lack of space for the round spotlights, as I have a set of Stedi type X pro lights. I like the AFN bar but I'll have to find something with more room out front. Cheers.

[@remohdude]

Oh, how i wish you are in the neighborhood Nick.

[@louismccully5411]

Toyo rt's have been working well for me if that was a tyre your interested in

[@sonofagreatsouthernland]

Good overview on vehicle performance with the mods etc.

[@RajSingh-fs2dr]

Awesome videos mate. Very detailed instructions. Are you doing a video on how to change the auto trans fluid anytime soon ?

[@LowRangeNick]

I will down the track!

[@RajSingh-fs2dr]

Looking forward to it. Cheers

[@WhyWouldYouDrawThat]

Nice video. Mux is looking good. I recommend an OCAM roof rack (flat option) and Supa Peg lite awning. You can fit both for under a grand! We did this and love it.

[@LowRangeNick]

Sounds awesome! Roof rack and awning are definately on the list!

[@dan_4jj151]

Great vid mate 👌 love the honesty and feedback!

[@peterk1249]

Have you considered light stays for the 9" spotties? So this would run a brace from the top of the lights to the top tube on the bar. Just a thought. Also Toyo RT's are running a treat on my DMAX, might be worth a look. Great vid bro.

[@georgesdesk]

Interesting review, seemed fairly honest, enjoyed watching 👍

[@johncannu4053]

nice set of rims sir! I also changed mine to fuel shok with fuel tires 265 70 17. Im curious how did you fit that full size spare at the back. thank you so much! more power

[@MudducksTouringAustralia]

All good stuff as always Nick. Stay safe. Cheers Steve

[@vazilleon2599]

love ur videos sir👍 i also own a isuzu mux and just by watching ur videos,i learn a lof things👍thanks... btw, newbie here all the way from philippines😊 subcribed done😉

[@TheSquad1112]

Love your work Nick

[@4bnewb969]

You have built a nice truck there Nick 👌 I was going to ask if lockers are on the ‘ to do’ list but I see someone else asked the same q...from what I can gather the TC on the MUx is average at best and most turn it off when 4wding

[@LowRangeNick]

Yep your correct, the TC isnt very effective. Definitely needs lockers!

[@victornikora2857]

Great tutorial, very informative, thanks nick

[@FJUH]

Great review mate! Nice to see you using some of the budget hacks and options (eg:Dominator winch), always good to save where you can. Any chance you’ll be getting the new Jimny as your next vehicle?

[@LowRangeNick]

Ooo! I would love to get a new jimny! They are soo awesome!

[@thefaisal13]

Great review, thanks. Will ball joint spacers help to adjust CV angle?

[@LowRangeNick]

They won't reduce the CV angle, only a diff drop kit will 😊

[@scottcarder9543]

Hi Nick, Love your videos and I'd also like to ssay your Mux is nice. I got a standard Mux top of the range Lst. Also I got hwy terrain tyres, I'd like to go up to glass house mountain as i live only 40 minutes away, should i get all terrain tyres before doing it??

[@LowRangeNick]

That's Awesome! Don't let your tyres stop you from going out there and having some fun! I've taken my mu-x out there with stock tyres and still had a blast. There is so many tracks out there you can really pick your adventure.

[@scottcarder9543]

I'm waiting until I ware these ones down a little bit more and grabbing all terrain tyres. I'll try Glass house mountain soon as i can't wait to check it out. As I came up for the first time from Woolongong region South of Sydney I always promised myself I'll need to go. I miss the Gong though loving QLD so much also now. Living north of Brisbane now

[@brendankelly8606]

Racking up the k,s mate love the content thanks for the information

[@LowRangeNick]

Yep, she definately gets used haha!

[@brendankelly8606]

LowRangeNick still loving it any major problems with it

[@LowRangeNick]

@@brendankelly8606 Had a couple of issues all fixed under warranty. 2 turbo replacements and drivers seat base.

[@brendankelly8606]

LowRangeNick two turbos bugger had mine two years no issues touch wood

[@RussGizzFizz]

Sick ones thanks for the yearly update

[@leewenlong2008]

Always like your vid , I almost wanna buy one Mux , it s hard for me to choose Mux or New Pajero sport specially New Mux is still on the way

[@brendankelly8606]

Edge papa wait till the new one had my LST for two years still love it and great on ⛽️

[@gregmilthorpe5459]

Thanks for another informative video, Cheers.

[@martymonsterfishing]

Just discovered your channel. Great vid btw! A couple of questions. Is it a straightforward (and legal) swap out from the 18” rims on the LS-U to 17” diameter wheels? And also, have you seen any of the issues yourself regarding cracks in the chassis near the compliance plate on some mux’s, especially those fitted with a bullbar? I’m not sure if that was just on the earlier models or the MY17+ as well. Thanks

[@LowRangeNick]

Hey Marty! It's completely legal to go to the 17" rims. No issues with cracks at all, i always check everytime im under the bonnet haha

[@brendonspicer8129]

How does the throttle control, and tuning unit affect fuel economy? Looking at buying a MuX, curious about the how it works. Thanks mate.

[@thelastname2k]

Just about to hit 50,000km in 30 months myself.

[@shanelacy6118]

Nice vid.

[@Webstaaable]

Well done nick

[@jarrasoden3559]

Nice rig bro. Gone one exactly same colour! Why don't you try mounting the spotties on neoprene or firm rubber to take out some of the shake over bumps? Just a thought. Cheers Jarra.

[@LowRangeNick]

Hey Jarra, they come with 2 pieces of rubber to mount on either side of the bar to try and help with vibrations but it did nothing. I've gone to a light bar now and because it is alot lighter and more slim line it doesn't vibrate or shake at all 🎉

[@rowanpurtell6780]

@@LowRangeNick love your channel, what light bar and size you running if you don't mind?

[@LowRangeNick]

@@rowanpurtell6780 Its the 24" Stedi light bar

[@rowanpurtell6780]

@@LowRangeNick thanks mate, and thanks for all the great vids!

[@swiftblade93]

Love your videos mate, but you need to buy a lapel mic! The audio is average as! Love the Isuzu content though mate keep it up

[@travissandeman9043]

Cheers for the vid. Where did you get that rear seat cover from?

[@LowRangeNick]

Just off eBay, it's a dog seat cover.

[@phillbridgeman3731]

Hi Nick Thanks for your review, and videos on what you have done to your truck. I was wondering what your thoughts are on the MUX overall as a car, aside from your mods, as unlike 98% of users of this car, you take the car offroad. I have the exact same car as yours and brought it at the same time, but ours is used as a shopping trolley, and tug for our caravan. Cheers Phill, and keep posting

[@LowRangeNick]

I really like the mu-x, definately happy with my choice 😊

[@phillbridgeman3731]

@@LowRangeNick So no issues with the car whatsoever, good to know, so many people ask me about our one, and we could not be happier as well, I will refer them to your channel. Phill

[@raymondcasey5747]

Thanks for the tour. Quick question. What are your thoughts on swapping out your front hub to a manual hub operation?. Have noticed a few 4x4 owners with IFS are doing this just in case the front CV is damaged whilst 4wding, giving them the chance to at least drive home without binding up the front housing etc. I believe you can still operate your rear wheels in low range if required. Hear from you soon. Cheers.

[@LowRangeNick]

Hey Raymond ! Fitting manual hubs it a great idea.

[@JoeHart6]

awsome mate 👍

[@dinksontour2179]

Hi Nick I am really enjoying your channel. I was interested in the afn bar but not so sure now, was the flex coming from the top of the bar were the spotties mount? rgds Peter

[@LowRangeNick]

Yeah, its from where the spotlights mount. There isn't any bracing and it's only 3mm steel.

[@marccatamio]

Have you ever considered changing your UCA? For a better wear on your front tires

[@LowRangeNick]

Yep i sure have, would be a great addition to straighten the wheel up a bit more and get the wheel alignment better.

[@cyborgc4799]

Hi bro ,you have a great set up ,have you ever notice on your steering if there is significance compared to a stock tires? Stiffness or none?

[@LowRangeNick]

The steering is ever so slightly heavier with the bigger tyres. It's barely noticeable.

[@turbo6695]

Where did you buy the fox beam lights for the bar?

[@masseno8906]

in indonesia, MUX 4wd dont have LSD . Wht about yours?

[@LowRangeNick]

Yep, it's the same here. No LSD.

[@TheAthavanleon]

Please do an another review?

[@007Knightjp]

Would you consider portals like on Christian's Land Cruiser?

[@LowRangeNick]

Hell yeah !

[@007Knightjp]

@@LowRangeNick So would I.. just finding a kit for an IFS vehicle is kinda hard. What is your long term review of the portals on the Land Cruiser? How do they handle tarmac, high speed on dirt roads, etc.?

[@troyharpley6358]

Hi mate I'm after some info if you don't mind me asking. I use my 2016 mux for towing my caravan and I want to put a DP chip on just for the big hills here in the blue mountains and for overtaking on the long drags out West should I change the factory exhaust system to 2and quarter inch cause people say they 3"is to big for the turbo and that I'll end up having my turbo over boost .they tell me the 3"is fine in the big v8 cruisers but not for the 3 ltrs mux .any info you got would help I'm a bit lost with it all .help🤔

[@LowRangeNick]

You will see very minimal gains if any from fitting an upgraded exhaust system. If you want the extra noise then go for it, performance wise there isn't much power gain fitting an exhaust. Don't fit a DP chip. They are just a rail chip and cannot be tuned precisely, they can cause majour issues. Get an Ecu=shop super 4 or ultra boost. You will get great performance gains and still keep the engines longevity.

[@troyharpley6358]

@@LowRangeNick thanks mate much appreciated for that info I'm gonna have a look today👍

[@sammykarim3826]

I need to get the tune on mine its gutless when 4wd

[@LowRangeNick]

Hell yeah! Well if your in SEQLD area we are having specials on all tunes. Give Coolum Motors a ring and we can sort you out 😊

[@BT_life2]

LowRangeNick 🤦🏻‍♂️I shipped my MUX south to NSW yesterday after trying to get up there to tune it😂

[@LowRangeNick]

@@BT_life2 haha getting a tune wasnt a good enough reason 😋

[@samuelafelila4046]

Hey mate how much was the tune and throttle controller ? TIA

[@mathewwhite9139]

Hi nick do you think the 275/70/R17 will fit in the mu-x spare wheel well .

[@LowRangeNick]

It may just fit if you run no air in it or low air pressure and pull it towards the back of the towbar.

[@shootar75]

Mine does

[@WhyWouldYouDrawThat]

I looked at it. The tow bar makes it harder. There is a bar at the back I can bend, but only so far as it will start hitting suspension components. Worst case you can put it on the roof rack or fit a rear bar.

[@geldionisio1]

Hi mate.. do u install also egr delete when put that occ?

[@AlexSwan]

Very nice MUX! I will have to come up for the ECU mod one day soon. I’ve got RidePro Rox Shocks in mine and they are mega stiff as well. Factory was comfortable as hell but way too boaty. Did your tyres touch the mud flaps at full steering lock? Mine do every so slightly. I’m glad I chose the Lightforce Striker spotties then. They are super compact. I’m zee_mux on Insta. Anyway sick MUX Nick! Good video as always. 🤙🏻

[@LowRangeNick]

Cheers Alex! Yeah the tyres did just touch on the mudflaps so i just ziptied them back a few cm and they clear perfectly now 😊 The tune definately makes it a totally different car to drive 😀 Just added you on the gram!

[@gajendravyas97]

Nice Bo's

[@zacburgess5751]

Hows your turbo going. Nearly everyone i know with a 17 onwards model has had theirs replaced once or more. Mines gone again at 37k

[@WhyWouldYouDrawThat]

Do you have any performance tunes etc? When you say 'gone', what was happening? We have a 2018 model - from the end of the run. Fine so far. 20K. Also, do you let it cool after running it hard? I typically do 1m before shut off for local easy driving. And up to around 5mins if e.g. I've just driven up a mountain. We also change the oil every 7500ks. This helps as the turbo shares the same oil.

[@LowRangeNick]

I've had 2 turbos replaced, the most recent replacement has fixed the issue now and havnt had any problems since.

[@gregmilthorpe5459]

I am curious to know more about the turbo issues, mines been fine so far with 53k and still under warranty.

[@LowRangeNick]

@@gregmilthorpe5459 It is a common issue for dpf model 2017-on mu-x and d-max. They had a faulty batch of turbos. The turbo will make a loud siren type noise when boosting, this indicates the bearing is noisy and it will need replacing. I would say if your vehicle has not had any issues in over 50k with turbo noises or boost issues then your turbo will be fine and you didnt get one out of the bad batch.

[@gregmilthorpe5459]

@@LowRangeNick Thanks Nick, mine is compliance plate 5/17. I like your side steps, and how they are mounted, does the powder coated top plate scratch when stepping on it all the time? compared to alloy checker plate top ? I use a rear Harrops E locker, very happy with it, it came with a switch that you have to slide then push to engage, prevents it being accidentally bumped on. Like your posts on tracks around South East QLD, keep them coming, Cheers.

[@steverx4460]

I think $2000 for an ecu controller is too much. I'd rather spend $500 on an auto lokka for the front. Best tyres for the buck are the Hankook Dynapro MT. 4 years ago they cost me $250 each. They are quiet (for muddies especially), long lasting (I've got 80,000km on them so far) and they are good on road even in the wet.

[@BT_life2]

Steve RX4 wow! I didn’t expect hankook MT’s to offer similar mileage to coopers AT’s. I may have to check them out before I commit either way.

[@garynew9637]

Wots going on, old Jack's had LSD, option code G80

[@kman6482]

Hey Mate,how’s the take off feel,any shudder at all?

[@LowRangeNick]

Like transmission shudder ? There's none at all.

[@simeonnandalall3969]

Hi nick, what's the weight of the bull bar?

[@LowRangeNick]

I'm not exactly sure sorry. Might have to look on the AFN website.

[@troyharpley6358]

Sorry mate it was meant to be 2 and 3quarter inches

[@chrisstreeter5618]

What happened to the idrive? Don’t like?

[@LowRangeNick]

HikeitX9 is much better

[@jimmyle7171]

How much is for the ecu super mod touch?

[@LowRangeNick]

$2200 Fitted and live tuned

[@timgale7516]

@@LowRangeNick Changed from the UniChip Q4 - can you give us some comparison or reasons why you have now gone for the Super touch? Thanks mate, great information in your channel.

[@jaspermonaghan7344]

How much for all the mods

[@LowRangeNick]

It is all dependant on wether you install all of the gear yourself or pay a work shop to do it.

[@jaspermonaghan7344]

More just for the mods with out installation

[@marccatamio]

Are 285/70/17 illegal?

[@LowRangeNick]

Yep

[@WhyWouldYouDrawThat]

You can go up 50mm in diameter from the biggest stock diameter (could be from a different model to yours). To work it out, Google "tyre calculator". Then enter your stock specs and change it to mm. Once you have this, try out other options you're keen on. You need to keep the extra under 50mm. As Nick says, 32" are the biggest allowed for an Isuzu Mux. I believe you can go bigger, but you have to pay big $$$ for engineering and certification. Btw, the Australian specs specifically say this doesn't apply to "soft roaders". The max increase for them is 18mm. This made me lol. Gotta love Australia.

[@marccatamio]

Well. That's unfortunate May i suggest "Monsta tires" They're an Australian company and their AT tires is quiet. I'm using 265/70/17 sofar so good

[@andrewmorgan4306]

85 amp/hr battery is a joke i have 405 amp/hr battery in the back of my v8 ls1 Patrol

[@LowRangeNick]

You running an induction cook top and a coffee machine lol 😂