Why I'm switching to a Nissan Patrol

[@TiggertheTabby]

Bestest 4WD channel on the internet next to Mighty car mods✌️

[@AussieArvos]

Too kind!

[@macdouglas1087]

Might car mods are not a 4wd channel tho

[@TiggertheTabby]

@@macdouglas1087 it’s actually a running joke with Moog’s from MCM that he says their the best, its to take the piss on another large Australian KZbin account

[@sambeazley3900]

@@macdouglas1087 MCM is Australia’s biggest and best 4x4 KZbin channel

[@TiggertheTabby]

@@sambeazley3900 😂✌️

[@fatmanoverlanding]

Cheeky title. 😁 I thought it was an end of an era. Good to see the 80 is getting some much needed love. Looking forward to seeing what you do to it. If that GU has been with the family for ages, it should be a keeper. Just like the 80, they're a classic 4WD.

[@AussieArvos]

Haha sorry about that Fatman! 😂 Yeah it really is! Another great jap 4wd!

[@cameronb2765]

YES!!! What a great start to the day, bringing a patrol back to life, even if it's not a permanent swap

[@kernalsans5896]

Just bought an 02 Sentra a bit ago and this video made me want a Patrol so bad, I always loved Datsuns as a kid but my Sentra made me realize how in love I've always been with Nissan vehicles 😂

[@AdventuresOfJago]

Every video I watch of you blokes I learn something new. An inspiration to anyone willing to put in a little bit of love I reckon!

[@AussieArvos]

Thanks Jago!

[@Gerkhin]

I didn't think I would enjoy a video on fixing up a Nissan. Yet here we are! Right to the end. Thank you!

[@clairelawrence5259]

Holly shit you gave me a panick attack thinking you where getting rid of the 80

[@task82]

Guys, you already have an epic channel. You really don't need to bait people to come watch your amazing videos 😂🍻

[@matty_isthemotto]

Facts

[@FlemoJosh]

being an LPG running engine that’s run hot a few times id be changing the spark plugs soon as possible

[@boxy4973]

The 4.5 and 4.8 are bullet-proof

[@jakey7525]

The tb42 walked so the tb45 and 48 could run

[@sanne3704]

@@jakey7525 idk about the 45 running, maybe walking in an endurance race

[@DarrenBoxhall]

Yeah, the 4.5 is pretty crap ​@@sanne3704

[@one1shot1shaun]

4.5 is a peice of shit

[@frednurks8528]

Top video as always. Just a warning in handling radiator coolant. It has a common base chemical called ethylene glycol, which is highly toxic and can damage the kidneys even if swallowed in small amounts. Ethylene glycol can be absorbed in minimal amounts from skin contact or inhalation, however it is most toxic when ingested. Keep up the great content. Your videos are very interesting and educational.

[@einfelder8262]

Glycol is a popular murder weapon for disgruntled wives. Works as well as certain mushrooms.

[@RM_r1der]

Pls dont get rid of the 80 It’s a legend

[@jakeboffey6238]

Just a good tip for you legends, I would be doing brake and clutch fluid flush. Manufactures recommend every 2 years but the fact it’s been sitting would highly recommend. Keep up the awesome content 👌👌👌

[@stco2426]

Thought this was a permanent swap, but pleased you've brought back to life a family car, which is looking really good. Great episode and it'll be fun to watch along with the refurb of the 80. Nice one!

[@AussieArvos]

Thanks mate! Me too!

[@gabdog99]

Now that is this channel has a fleet of patrols I consider it legit 😊

[@hughesy9377]

This sorta content is why I love this channel, keen to see what happens with the 80.

[@AussieArvos]

Thanks Hughesy!

[@shanenorwell8580]

The trusty and unbelievably reliable tb45…there nothing more efficient at turning fuel into noise and not much else😂😂

[@Australian4x4Adventures]

Well done boys. Love the content of fixing stuff up and showing ppl to do things themself.

[@chrishiggins1811]

Omg I thought this was the end of an era! Thank your mum for keeping this rig and letting you boys use it, I can’t wait to see more to come and what is to come up with the old cruiser too

[@andrewcaldwell2275]

Love both of your commitment to never cleaning an engine bay 😅

[@jirisebek8709]

OH yes Patrol content, so we can hope to see some trips with this car?😍😍. Best 4x4 channel.

[@HammerRocks]

Wait, what?! No more 80? Phew! It's only temporary. You got me there. 👍 I thought it was adios to the 80. That GU looks like a keeper. Good work boys.

[@AussieArvos]

Thank hammerrocks, yeah it's actually a really nice GU!

[@ldjl3322]

Now, that would be an awesome collaboration. You guys and mighty car mods.

[@michaelhermans4753]

Most underrated Patrol, My tb45 1998 is just over 400ks, replaced all the same items in the video, also replaced the radiator and viscous coupling and fan, only use genuine parts Had mine for 20 years, run like new, chews the juice thou

[@4WD_Australia]

thought I'd never see the day, Liam wont let this go

[@IamHerbie]

What a great video. Good to see the old girl alive again

[@PeteDonohue]

This was great boys! Love learning bits and pieces along the way as well!

[@gasnxt6805]

It's amazing how many views just having a patrol on the thumb nail gets. Can't wait for the 80 to be fresh.

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

This looks much better than the 80, I like the blue, keep it as a new project.

[@iAmSh00]

I need to import one of these to the states. One of the best Nissan's ever made.

[@ian9toes]

The UAE still get the 4.8 (the best motor available) brand new and they are left hand drive too.

[@mgiblonski4318]

They really are. I've owned a bunch of 4x4's, and as much as I love the older Toyota's, you really can't beat a GU Patrol for toughness....the drivelines are just about bulletproof. 4.8 motor is excellent and can make good power, but they have a severe drinking problem, so I prefer the old TD42.

[@PitFighter2007]

Somebody fell for the Hiclone scam... 🤣🤣

[@cameronlylekiki5067]

Owned a tb45 before. One hell of an engine. ❤️‍🔥

[@troyhudson7066]

Great episode. Make sure to replace the Incab filter after having that mould.

[@Th3Boonies]

Good vid guys! Definitely keen to see more of what you guys do to the GU! Don't get rid of the 80 pat.. one day we will build one as well.

[@raith3700]

Dan's happy he's not the only one filling at every servo now

[@brianfulcher2563]

Well done boys, keep up the great content

[@AussieArvos]

Thanks Brian!

[@joshhnk07]

Would love to see more vids on fixing what’s to come!

[@reidmcintyre555]

Bit disappointed to not see the "scrub daddy" being used during the clean up 😉

[@AussieArvos]

😂😂😂 comment of the day , next time 😜

[@47Rolling]

You should have popped the globe out of the flashing airbag light in the dash whilst you had it apart 😂😂😂

[@boostbogan]

After you disconnect an airbag you need to perform a reset procedure in a GU Patrol and is just a series of key cycles, super easy

[@AdmissionGaming]

Imagine owning that gu from new. Half a million kms is unheard of with new cars. I bought a new hilux back in 2021 and with less than 60k on it been back to the dealer 3 or 4 times for warranty repairs 😅

[@AussieArvos]

Yeah pretty crazy , original engine, really nothing's ever gone wrong with it.

[@AdmissionGaming]

@@AussieArvos back when they made cars to last

[@Jacobtheunwise]

Definitely not unheard of at all. I rented a 2020 Kia Rio with 600,000kms and those things are a piece of crap. My girlfriends 2018 corolla has 380k, fathers 2022 Hilux rogue has 300k already and only had dpf issue so far

[@ACCOD]

Get rid of the LPG. Put long range tank in. Turn into an awesome tourer. Keep up the good work 👍

[@nickgrech9634]

SUNDAY MADE! Thanks legends.

[@AussieArvos]

Thanks Nick!!

[@scott_edwards23]

Good episode boys 👍looking forward to the next one 💯

[@damo.77]

Id be ditching the cruiser and keeping the Patrol!

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

Yep agree

[@M.inH7]

Same

[@User33817]

nissan is Renault and Toyota is Toyota….

[@markthomas8766]

Only if it was the TD 4.2. Not the petrol.

[@damo.77]

​@@User33817even more reason to change.

[@bigbeastfishing9629]

Thank youuuu sooo much I have a tb45 as well an it was overheating an there’s not that much videos and stuff to how to change thermostat I pulled it apart an that was the problem ahah

[@Bush-Tv]

Going to make some great content guys, Well done.

[@AussieArvos]

Thanks Bush TV!

[@Shambles7698]

Really a Great video. wants more Nissan Patrol content 🤩

[@stefano_nmd]

Mum and dad have a lot of answer for with that wiring mess 😂😂

[@AussieArvos]

😂😂😂

[@Bigcountry_littlelegs]

If you pull the gas off it you will find it goes a lot better, looks like a impco 225cfm setup. Think of it like running a 40mm throttle body over the standard 65mm or so.

[@SRadford]

Great content u guys never disappoint can’t wait for what’s next cheers

[@Slayeranon]

Can’t beat the GQ/GU Nissan patrol best 4wd ever made

[@stephenmanning1553]

Been doing some major work on my HZJ80. Like you found Miles of wires under the dash. Carefully chopped one by one then checked all lights and functions. I now have quarter of a wheelie bin full of STUF!!. I don't like the Patrols but they usually should go like a rocket. Also been doing some work on a FZJ80 with gas conversion. Makes the Star Ship Enterprise look slow but uses more fuel.

[@apboxes1]

Looking forward to following along with this!

[@ironfan998]

Don't forget transmission fluids brothers

[@chopsj7816]

i wish the previous owner of my gq knew that, shagged the synchros from what i assume is putting it in a boghole, now replacing the gearbox in my driveway hahahah

[@david.w.533]

Yeah, my dedicated LPG BF wagon 'distance to empty dropped off a cliff the moment it passed 80km to empty. It's record was using 30km of gas, in the 7km trip home from work & to the servo...

[@guitar14]

“Disuse is worse than misuse.”

[@Furychain]

best start to my day cheers fellas!

[@AussieArvos]

Thanks mate!

[@mrmagoo2255]

Gday from Fraser Island Mobile Breakdown Service at Eurong. I think you were up here around Xmas last year? To check thermostat opening correctly, no need to remove, just take off radiator cap and run motor until top hose gets hot and you can see fluid circulating. Cheers

[@stevescience7187]

Aye if you wanna stop any new mold from forming just grab some kmart dehumidifiers and chuck them under the seats for a few weeks, works wonders for me!

[@DiMelloOficial]

Because Patrols are waaaaaaaay better than landcruisers hahahaha cant wait to see the next episodes bro, good on ya

[@rileyhd3473]

Not sure if sarcasm, but they kind of are lol. Cruisers need too much $$ to fix the driveline to do what patrols do stock. But patrols don’t have nice engines like cruisers

[@isaacmissen3486]

@@rileyhd3473 very very well said patrol engines aren’t great but diffs gearbox axles everything under car is super solid and does very well

[@edmunddjokoto6397]

After using a Landcruiser Prado comparing it to the Nissan patrol td42, will take the Nissan everytime. Probably the best 4wd I have used. Some other Toyotas have disappointed as well. I think Toyotas are over hyped and overpriced compared to the patrol.

[@ironhorse7601]

@@rileyhd3473 Landcruiser's have better diesel engines, but the Petrol engines are better in Nissan, go the mighty TB's and VK56!

[@rileyhd3473]

@@ironhorse7601 %100. And even the diesel engines in the cruisers that are sought after (1hdt ft/ fte/ ftm) are like 20k alone lol

[@tonykourounblis1854]

Best driveline in the 4x4 world

[@darcykeddell4930]

TB45 insanely basic and reliable engine, mines done nearly 450k but they are known to run up to a million ks. May be slow but just keep on trucking, only issue they have is the cylinder heads dont like lpg

[@darcykeddell4930]

Check the oil cooler above the oil filter, they block up with sludge pretty commonly

[@redwinsouthm8714]

Awesome vid guys goodluck with it all

[@doctoredic]

Don't forget the heater hoses as well . Sold a lot of motors because they weren't done .

[@rayensabandar8392]

It's hard to find an honest mechanic nowadays. I've been "ripped off" multiple times by different shops, would love to people like you guys to open up a shop here in Jakarta, Indonesia. I think my Ford Everest is starting to fall apart.

[@campbellbryson8035]

Hey guys just a quick lil bit of information if you’d are planning on keeping it for a while I recommend putting it on straight petrol so it runs cooler and is also a little bit more efficient

[@pete-mate3524]

Is that a 'Hiclone' on the intake pipe? If it's still in there, I strongly recommend that you turf it in the bin!!! I think you will be impressed at the extra performance you get out of her.

[@hugowaltersoto9199]

God imagine aussie arvo's doing a collab with the greatest 4wd channel on KZbin surely the stars won't align for us 😮

[@Jimmywiggle6969]

If they rest they rust great vid guys

[@antonreyment8945]

Wish you’d thrown that new temp sensor in some hot water to show it in action, and I can’t believe you did the struts AFTER putting all the gear in the engine bay.

[@hyderabadstyleart]

Great video! Could you explain what key features or experiences made you switch to the Nissan Patrol? Was it more about performance, comfort, or reliability?

[@amansaini-o3f]

very good work

[@Cl4rky]

Can we touch on the old Hiclone!! Hahaha I remember them being the biggest gimmick

[@willnorton7179]

There is an airbag like reset procedure, just google it that will stop the airbag light flashing.

[@grahameroberts8109]

When you say GAS do you mean LPG? Mine is dual fuel. Unleaded and LPG. Unfortunately, I’m rural and many servos are closing LPG pumps. City dwellers are always looked after and regional folks are overlooked.

[@AussieArvos]

Yep duel fuel LPG!

[@Tejera9]

Esa carrocería es brutal 🙌🏼

[@StefSki71]

Nice work lads. 🎉

[@Maxboit-r9z]

at 10:04, on the radiator cap, there is a hose, mine has that tube for the hose aswell but I dont have the hose, nore know where it goes, could someone help

[@boostbogan]

A phoenix rises from the ashes 🔥

[@Twisted4x4Australia]

Be careful Patrick , you'll get hooked! 😂

[@wayneanderson419]

Great video boys!

[@Brian-wy7ts]

Remember to replace the spark plugs for better starting and economy

[@7777Gixer]

I have a GQ manual TD42 and a auto GU TB45. I love both cars. I'm not sure if it was OK for the water temperature to climb up so high without cooking the engine gaskets.

[@brendanhoffmann8402]

I looked at an old Patrol recently when I was looking around for something to go camping with. The one I looked at had done 400,000 kms. I wasn't going to take my chances though and ended up buying a mercedes van instead to do vanlife.

[@hila2k2]

Yay! Full Patrol Crew! 👏👏👏

[@grantmurray3568]

About time you got into a real car Patrick lol

[@ironhorse7601]

super cool truck. Just have aTB45 Patrol laying around unused! Gas is going to sap your power as is >500k kms! Did you know they still make the TB45 and TB48 engines. The TB45 is fitted to Nissan Civilian buses for the middle east. TB48s live on in the still in production Y61....or the GU as it is known in Australia. A healthyTB45 should still make 200hp in old money

[@cyclemoto8744]

Great score for a free loan car. Thanks for sharing

[@iainbearyay2236]

The biggest obstacle to finding a good second hand Safari or Patrol is that it was owned by a Nissan driver first.

[@kwhite1229]

YES mate, about bloody time ahaha

[@stabsfeldwebela4178]

I have a garage for that once your done with it, better than leaving it sit around, I could use it to swap my LS3 over as mine is a bit second hand.

[@samyeomans6710]

I would love to see some TB45 content. I want one, so want to know about em.

[@star1098sr]

Hope it will be a permanent swap 😉 Barra swap it…😊 We love Patrols, son 17 years, has 2, 1 doing a Barra swap. He recently bought a 1995 80 series and 2 months later it’s on the market now 😂 Done some great work to it but he says ‘I can’t stand not having a Patrol. He wants to by an SWB one.

[@troymarshall3621]

I nearly had a heart attack patty when I saw the thumbnail. Thank god you have more brains than your, brother n keeping the Lc 😉😀😅

[@markthomas8766]

Patrol. Best drive train in the business. Period. If only it was a TD 4.2.

[@andreassibold4323]

Great job well done 👍

[@craigjensen4179]

Great work boys

[@philscott7949]

18:05 Did they charge you for the rusty used thermostat?

[@richardwalsh5570]

At that many km, i would have chucked a radiator in would have a lot of growth in the tubes reducing capacity

[@Stuart_Field]

Great vid well done! Airbag light flashing? Replace the clock spring ...

[@jjjmotorbike8935]

Did you work out how to turn the airbag light off? You need to turn the ignition on and press the door light switch 7-9 times, this somehow resets the system, google and you will find more details

[@bryceharvey75]

How good are these blokes! Where are you based in Vic lads?