Updating My ZD30 After Recent Head Gasket Work.

[@GlenQuagmire-dj9ws]

Yes up the 3.0s my 1KD is on 562,000kms now hope it goes to a million and hope it ZD makes it there too

[@timbates4wdadventures]

Thats unreal high Ks on your rig mate. Good servicing is the go. Thanks mate. Cheers Tim

[@gregcooke3260]

I've just returned from a 4250km trip with my ZD30. What with a new injector pump, new injectors and glow plugs a new EGR valve and a couple of other touch ups it went perfectly. Towing a Bluewater camper all the way with no troubles at all. Sadly, as my knees and ankles are failing its time to move the rig on, but whacko, it's been a beauty. Love those videos of yours - keep 'em coming.

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@gregcooke3260 that’s great mate how well your Patrol went on your trip, double the amount of Ks that I did. I wonder what you will buy to replace your Patrol. Thanks mate. Cheers Tim

[@gregcooke3260]

@@timbates4wdadventures It's been a great truck but replacing it won't be easy. All these new fangled jiggers have far too many gadgets, chimes and bells. TO find a solid simple replacement tourer is going to be difficult. The camper's going as well so I'll have to rethink the whole touring thing. We shall see.

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@gregcooke3260 sounds like you’ve got a lot of camping setup changes going on. All the best mate.

[@gregcooke3260]

@@timbates4wdadventures Thanks Tim and the same to you.

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@gregcooke3260 Thanks mate.

[@stendecstretcher5678]

Great video Tim. Nice to see old faithful back on the tracks.

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@stendecstretcher5678 thanks mate. Cheers Tim

[@andrewcoulter323]

great to hear the ZD is ticking like a clock buddy, good job ! hope you stopped in at Bendleby Ranges on your Flinders Ranges trip

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@andrewcoulter323 thanks mate. It just keeps going for now. I didn’t on this trip mate. I do want to visit that place next time. Cheers Tim

[@landcruisertoyota3980]

4.2 now are crazy prices well over 40k for a decent one. Looking now at a zd30 for a reasonably priced weekend 4x4 car of the back of Tim's success with his. Even doing a headgasket your still in front of buying a 4.2. Food for thought anyway. All best tim 👍

[@timbates4wdadventures]

Gday mate, the 4.2 is big busks of you can find a good one. Mine is still going well after all these years even with a couple of head gasket fixes. Just look after it mate if you end up getting one. Thanks mate for your feedback. Cheers Tim

[@oldbloke204]

There was one for sale up the road from us during the health thing and it had had lots of good things done to it. I remember at the time thinking that it looked fairly expensive but given what's happened it was probably a bargain.

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@oldbloke204 Keep looking mate, another one will come up for sale.

[@beersintheshed.]

Seen plenty under 30k, sold my 2003 td42i about 10 months ago, had 340,000 ks, with all the usual gear, sold for $28,000, could of got $50K when that bat flu was in full flight but not anymore so I don’t know we’re you’ve been looking to still think they are well over $40k.

[@landcruisertoyota3980]

@@beersintheshed. later model ones under 200,000kms wi th all gear and good condition. All well over 40k

[@stabler1291]

Hey Tim, Ive just now hit the same point with my 2007 patrol, experiencing the same symptoms and Im really quite stuck on where to go next. Its definetly a tough position to end up in, after so much time spent fixing and improving the car and engine, just for all that trust to diminish instantly. I don't know whether the money is worth spending on the engine, as I dont feel I can ever truly rely on it again. Glad that you found success with your's though.

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@stabler1291 yeah it’s a big decision on what to do mate. For me, I had no choice really. I don’t have the funds for an engine swap of any sort. So, going down the road I did was the only option I had. So far so good and it’s going great. All the best with yours and which way you go. Thanks for your feedback Cheers Tim.

[@ColtonRMagby]

418 thousand some odd kilometers on the odometer, and still going strong. Replacing parts is a reality with any vehicle, and we all have to face it. It's not IF the part will fail, it's WHEN. I've never heard of an oil catch can before, but I think every vehicle needs it to be on the safe side. The quantity of oil you've taken out of the catch can would probably be less without a turbocharger, but I don't know enough about engines to give a definitive answer one way or the other. Keep those wheels turning, and enjoy the journey. Cheers, Colton

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@ColtonRMagby spot on mate. With the high Ks on the clock that mine has, parts are going to wear out and need replacing to keep it going. I’m not over qualified to talk about catch cans either. It’s better that crappy oil being caught than going back through the motor. Thanks mate for your feedback Cheers Tim.

[@ColtonRMagby]

@@timbates4wdadventures You're welcome. I agree that bad oil shouldn't go back in the engine and cause issues. Cheers, Colton

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@ColtonRMagby that’s correct mate. Cheers Tim.

[@oldbloke204]

Good to here she's going well again.

[@timbates4wdadventures]

Thanks mate. Cheers Tim

[@4bnewb969]

For longevity I reckon doing your filter and oil more regularly than what the manufacturer says is spot on. The new filter and oil may not do anything but at the very least it forces you to open the bonnet on a regular basis and have a look for anything that doesn’t look right. I’m really interested in what you think of using a camper after a while- I’m at an age where I’m also looking at a bit more comfort and convenience when camping - none of us are getting any younger …lol Cheers

[@timbates4wdadventures]

Gday mate, Yeah changing the oil and filter more often than whats recommended by the manufacturer is recommended for sure. The camper trailer is great mate. Ive now done two trips longer than two weeks and its so much better than my swag for those big trips. I find it great so far. Cheers Tim

[@rossstafford4531]

It’s good to see the patrol mate going well. I’ll look after mine as much as what you do with yours. Take care and have a good one Tim. 👍🏻🍺🇦🇺

[@timbates4wdadventures]

Thanks mate. So far all is going well after the recent head work. Cheers Tim

[@jordan25031986]

Glad to hear that the old girl is going strong. Mine not so good 😢. The crankshaft Seal is leaking a fare bit and I hope to be able to get it fixed soon. I also noticed that your expansion tank has a lot of air in it, might be an idea to top it up with some coolant and watch it over the next couple of days/weeks just to be safe.

[@timbates4wdadventures]

Thats no good mate. I hope you get the crank case seal sorted out soon. I'll have a look at that coolant bottle mate and see where it's at. Thanks mate. Cheers Tim

[@Mrbullet1952]

To think there are some people who love to knock the ZD30 down to the ground. Mine is coming up to 481K and still going strong.

[@timbates4wdadventures]

Yeah mate, plenty of people do like to talk down the zd30. Thats great the high Ks on yours mate. Top stuff. Cheers Tim

[@stevenbullock9274]

I have the 3lt Di still going strong

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@stevenbullock9274 wicked mate. For every one that people bag out the 3.0ltr. There’s a 3.0ltr kicking goals like yours. Top stuff mate. Cheers Tim.

[@wazza_fishing]

My zd30 patrol has just done a head gasket at 170k really pissed about it was hoping to have a lot more years out of it, can't wait to fu$k it off now

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@wazza_fishing that’s no good at all mate after pretty low Ks on the clock. Cheers Tim

[@targetoz5470]

Hey Tim, what would be your thoughts on getting a high quality intercooler and 3”exhaust but not do a tune?

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@targetoz5470 Gday mate I’d say that a 3in exhaust and upgraded intercooler would help. But having it tuned with those mods works a treat. Maybe have a chat with your mechanic mate. Cheers Tim

[@targetoz5470]

@ thanks heaps for that. Would it be ok to drive around with the new intercooler and 3” until I can save my coin to get a tune? PS love ur vids

[@buzz9972]

Timbo, nearly 600mls of oil caught in the catch can in 2700ks is crazy

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@buzz9972 fair bit. That’s for sure. Cheers Tim

[@darrenc4096]

Agree. That just isn’t right. That’s a huge amount between oil changes.

[@wilso7235]

This time of the year I catch way much water (condensation in motor )out my provent catch can than oil

[@mmmmdeliciousbacon]

Hey Tim. In all those years and 400k+ kilometres, can you let us know how many clutches you have replaced? I am on 215k and 12 years, on my original clutch. I dont tow. Got to be towards the end of ifs life I guess! 😊

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@mmmmdeliciousbacon Gday mate I’ve replaced the clutch twice since the original one went at around 180000 k mark. My current clutch went in at around 330000k on the clock. If you’re still on your original clutch, that’s going great. Cheers Tim.

[@mattluszczak8095]

Tim i think turboed engines its pretty common to get that much in your catch can. Which catch can are you using

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@mattluszczak8095 yeah mate, I don’t think it’s that uncommon to collect that much, especially when I was towing as well. I’ll have to check the CC brand mate. Thanks for your feedback Cheers Tim.

[@Swwa89]

What oil do you run in it tim? I run penrite 15w50 and am about to click 300. Also good reminder my catch can filter is due for a change as well!!!!

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@Swwa89 Gday mate. I also use Penrite. Wouldn’t use anything else. Only difference is I use 10W40 It’s worth checking that catch can filter mate. Cheers Tim

[@adamnorton9701]

Have you blocked off the egr

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@adamnorton9701 not that I know of. Cheers Tim.

[@grantmathews690]

Hi Tim, Im a subscriber and I feel this was a ripping video. Like yourself I drive a relatively older truck. A PK 3 litre Ranger. I keep it perfectly serviced. Not as impressive as you,but ive done 250,000 klms. Our vehicles have one thing in common,limited technology. And as a result I feel more reliable in remote areas. Plus we own them and dont have a outrageous debt we have to finance Maybe im wrong Tim,whats your opinion?

[@timbates4wdadventures]

G'day mate, Thanks for subscribing to my channel. I think you summed it up really well. I totally agree with having rigs that are slightly older on technology. If i was to look at replacing my GU, i really don't know what i would look at. Are the 4WD's of today going to do 300,400,500000ks and more on the clock. Thats time we will have to wait and see. Thanks a lot for your feedback mate. Cheers Tim

[@garyhankinson5695]

Is getting that much oil from your catchcan normal? I drain mine every 5,000 klm and will only get about 100ml.

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@garyhankinson5695 I couldn’t tell you what’s a normal amount to come out of a catch can. Maybe that the internals of my engine are spotless and a new filter. Maybe that’s why I caught as much as I did. Cheers Tim.

[@bobbyb9371]

I pretty much reckon it depends on the vehicle (engine size, terrain, towing, etc). I put my can in (from new vehicle) and only got 90 or so mil after 4000, that was after 12 months (I wasn't driving it a lot). Every vehicle will be different depending on it's use I imagine. Cheers, BobbyB.

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@bobbyb9371 Yeah i agree mate. This is the first decent trip with my Patrol towing. So, maybe thats why mine drained out as much as it did. Thanks for your feedback. Cheers Tim

[@shaunwhite4338]

A real healthy zd30 will breath only 5ml / 100 klms

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@shaunwhite4338 yeah when I’m not towing mine does that. Cheers Tim

[@lukereynolds9907]

Whoops don’t say head issues on a zd30 🎉😂😂

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@lukereynolds9907 it’s not an issue anymore Cheers Tim

[@reelfishn7044]

TB the world nissan couldnt design a good diesel to save their lives, at least out in the sticks where reliability matters and noone wants to work on a zd. Zd30crd is as average as it gets, di motors were hit and miss, td42s are heavy slow and overheat if they havent been perfectly maintained their whole life. Rd28s are probably the best diesel they put in a gu which is kinda sad because how sluggish they are. Meanwhile TB45- bulletproof, TB48- ALMOST bulletproof. Ill never buy another nissan diesel after breaking so many. Repair costs make up for the fuel pretty quickly

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@reelfishn7044 I appreciate your feed back mate. My experience with the 3.0ltr goes back to 1998. My first GU 3.0ltr Gu Patrol 1998 - 2003 D22 Navara 3.0ltr. 2003 - 2006 D22 Navara 3.0ltr 2006 - 2009 GU Patrol 3.0ltr. 2009 - Current 2024 All of them well serviced and never gave me a problem. I don’t see in my experience that I’ve replaced the head gasket twice in 15 years makes mine a bad engine. Other than that my current GU 3.0ltr has never looked like stopping. Maybe I’ve just been lucky But I put it down to how I drive them and most importantly, how I’ve serviced them for over 26 years, and that’s been exceptional. But great feedback on your reply. Cheers Tim.

[@reelfishn7044]

@@timbates4wdadventures mine has been a di send a rod at 150k and 2 crd give countless little problems that add up. It is good to hear you have had a better experience

[@timbates4wdadventures]

@@reelfishn7044 thanks mate. So far it’s been a good one. Cheers Tim.