What is the strongest TD42?
The TD42T is the strongest Engine followed by pre August 93 which is the silver top we refer to as the next strongest.
How much HP does a TD42 have?
Factory na td42 with a safari turbo 12psi and front mount cooler, 3in dump pipe and exhaust, 120hp with 35’s and 4.1 diff ratio.
Are GU patrols reliable?
Are Nissan Patrols reliable? The caveat to all of this is that a couple of the engines available in the GU Patrol have not really lived up to owners (or Nissan’s) expectations. The three-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel (the ZD30) has a history of breaking pistons due to poor engine management and boost spikes.
Is GQ Patrol better than Gu?
GU definitely more comfortable as they are better sound proofed, better dust proofed, wider inside and better ergonomics. The best for off-road use is a GQ with GU diffs. Strong drive line, strong chassis, narrow body and they look tougher.
How long will a TD42 last?
I have seen TD42 engines’ do well in excess of 500,000kms – I know of one with about 750,000kms on it. I have a 2H with 664,000kms on it. The pump was overhauled at 480,000kms and injectors – about – every 200,000kms, this is the only thing I have done to the engine apart from regular servicing.
Why is the TD42 good?
The main reason the TD42 is so highly regarded by the hardcore off-roaders out there is that it’s a better chance than most to get you home every time. Even the allegedly lighter-piston version of the engine is fine provided you don’t mess with its tuning.
How long will a GU Patrol last?
Advice for buyers Warranty Direct has no figures specific to the Patrol, but its engineers tell us that reliability is basically good up to about 60,000 miles when there is a risk that the head gasket can go and the gearbox can fail. Both will take a four-figure sum to put right.
Can you turbo a TD42?
Typically a turbo upgrade to a TD42 makes very little difference to fuel economy. If anything there is a slight improvement when adding a turbo to an N/A engine. Adding a bigger turbo and intercooler to a stock turbo motor makes no noticeable difference to economy.
Is the TD42 reliable?
They have both been quite remarkably reliable – never a problem.
What does TD mean in TD42?
The td42t is the turbo version. and the td42ti is the turbo intercooled version. The hoses will be the same.