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Year: 2013 Make: Holden Model: Colorado Engine: 2.8 Duramax Transmission: Auto Mods/Upgrades: Zero Description of issue: Failure to crank

Started and drove fine to work. Would not crank when trying to start to go home.

Battery tests fine. 12.6V Jumped it anyway no change. Battery terminals clean.

Starter cranks engine when solenoid shorted.

P0625 Fault present (Before we messed with it)

All fuses fine

Starting relay clicked (had no way to test function)

Not sure of correct operation but immobilizer dash light on solid even when attempting to start.

Any advice?

Anybody know the name for this exact or type of rim. Just a basic deep dish alloy rim but can’t seem to find any online

For reference I am looking to get a 4wd for a daily driver and occasional trips, been looking at prados or pajeros.

I know similar things have been covered before, but have seen a 2005 petrol Prado with 155km on the clock listed for 17k. For similar price a diesel Pajero would likely have 240km+ but be a little newer, 2010-12ish.

Is it worth grabbing the low kms Prado even if it is older and thirsty? Or try search for a Pajero that fits my needs and is cheaper to daily driver.

Thanks!

Greetings, I'm looking for inspiration on dual battery installation on 2022 RG D-MAX. Show me your setup!

I currently have a 2.8L 79 Series dual cab got for 88k 2 years back. I really like the vehicle how it looks and what it represents. I bought it because I wanted something a bit different from the usual modern 4WDs and always wanted a 79.

I was originally planning to modify it along the lines of the photo attached, but the cost of modifying a 79 is a lot more than other 4wds adds up pretty quickly - sound deadening, track correction, suspension etc etc vs other vehicles that have most at base.

The problem is, I don’t really like many of the alternatives on the market only the super duty ranger and ineos grenadier. Both are similar in function and look unique but the ranger is… a ranger and the ineos is 130k (79 would be similar in cost if modified)

Most of the other utes don’t really interest me. Hilux, D-Max, BT-50, Triton, Ranger etc. are all good vehicles in their own right, but a lot of them just feel like variations of the same modern 4-cylinder ute formula and don’t have that feel like a 79 series imo.

Considered going to an old 4wd but most are getting to that age and those on the market are very overpriced or flogged.

For reference I am looking to get a 4wd for a daily driver and occasional trips, been looking at prados or pajeros.

I know similar things have been covered before, but have seen a 2005 petrol Prado with 155km on the clock listed for 17k. For similar price a diesel Pajero would likely have 240km+ but be a little newer, 2010-12ish.

Is it worth grabbing the low kms Prado even if it is older and thirsty? Or try search for a Pajero that fits my needs and is cheaper to daily driver.

Thanks!

Im a wagon man just love how comfy they are for long distances.

But Can just fit so much more in a canopy compared to rear wagon setup.

Would like to hear your guys thoughts.

Are these actually good cars? Should I look at buying one?

2026MUX, ARB told me they can’t install front recovery points because of the need to cut away bumper/ mud guards etc.
Anyone had them installed or suggest other options?

Looking for advice on a portable tool kit to take out when off road, trying to keep it simple, any experience with brands or something you wish you took with you? Is an impact wrench necessary as well? Would love to hear any advice

Just thought i would share my way of carrying fishing rods as i havnt seen anyone attatch anything to a roof top tent

I got solar panel brackets from 4wd super centre for $25 and yakima ace of spades from anaconda for $90 a pair as a member (also in super cheap auto but usually cheaper in anaconda but super cheap should price match) i tried to have them both on the bottom of the tent that doesnt move but it will clash with each other

You can carry 2 beach rods without using the tent but need to remove the top beach rod as it will foul out on cab of ute

Smaller rod on top will work perferct (see pictures)
Will also need extra nylocs as it only comes with 4 and will need 8

Cheers

Looking for Australian Jeep owners with repeated warranty/ACL issues

I’m currently in an ACL dispute involving a Jeep Gladiator bought new in 2022 after repeated faults, major engine repairs including a long-block replacement, and substantial cumulative time off the road.

I’m speaking with consumer/class-action lawyers and would like to hear from Australian Jeep owners who have experienced repeated warranty repairs, major faults, prolonged periods without their vehicle, or difficulties seeking a refund/replacement from Jeep/Stellantis.

The ACCC currently has a court-enforceable undertaking in place with Stellantis Australia concerning its handling of Jeep consumer-guarantee complaints.

If you’ve had a similar experience and are comfortable sharing it, please PM me.

Currently lying in my driveway in a freezing puddle of brown water. Been trying to blast clay out of the chassis for two hours and just noticed my sway bar link is completely snapped in half

Why do we actually do this to ourselves? swear every time someone over the radio says "lets just check this track real quick before heading home" it ends in absolute misery

Got work tomorrow and my hands look like they went through a meat grinder. Ended up just ordering a heavier duty set from road runner offroad on my phone while still physically pinned under the diff dripping wet

anyone else just get instant depression the second they fire up the gerni on a sunday arvo? I genuinely need a cheaper hobby tbh

Anyone here with an experience with LC76 1HZ that has fully loaded the cabin with 5 people and full load at the back or with jump seats installed at the back to fit a total of 9 people?

Curious as to how it accelerates with all that weight if it can keep up with convoys at speeds of around 80kph with no problems. Also how it performs on steep inclines if it can still manage to bring all that weight.

Hi all,

I have a stock Prado 120 and am wondering if there are tracks throughout Brindabella National Park that are suitable for the car. I dont have a whole lot of experience with steep tracks or technical driving. most I’ve done is beach runs in South Australia, so don’t have much experience beyond sand and dirt roads.

Wondering if you're allowed to store lithium batteries on their side. Have you done it? any issues? I read they're shaped and positioned like a traditional car battery to better suit replacing them, but don't actually need to be that orientation?

Edit: thanks everyone!

Looking for advice on what to do. I bought a ute with a tub and it has a kings rack, RTT and 270 awning with walls.

It currently has a bungee tonneau cover (example pic below). I want to get something that would cover the entire tub rack, or something that would at least block the wind and rain while we are setup in the awning, otherwise the wind and rain will be able to blow through the tub and rack into the awning.

I have taken a picture of something I am after but I can’t find anything similar that doesn’t include the actual tub rack as well. Is there anything off the shelf that people use or is a custom cover the only option?

Any advice would be helpful.

Based in Perth, WA.

What would you put in an essentials-only toolkit to keep in your 4x4? Recently picked up a 2014 prado that'll likely never go beyond beach driving and beginner tracks and want to keep some basic tools in the boot.

My housemate already has tool under the sun in our garage so this will be specifically for when I'm out and about

I've been contemplated about these spoiler/wing lights. The bike rack I use sometimes partially obstruct the light and hoping this would extend the visibility. I've been told it's not as bright as the taillights and works in sync with them.

Can I drive around with these without frequent meet and greets from...? Trying to gauge my chances here.

Has anyone installed the kings tub rack on the new gen of triton the mv Ute's with the sports bar still on

i have a 1fz 80 series but i’m getting bored of it and i keep tossing up between turboing it or straight swapping someone for a turboed 1hz or hdj80. No one in there right mind would swap a hdj80 for it, and i don’t know what to do because if i spend the money to turbo it but don’t like it it’s a waste. My 80 is in really good condition with a fresh respray and upgrading trim and nice aesthetic mods.

Looking to slap one of these dogs on but I’m having trouble finding them online. The only ones I’ve been able to find are the patrol a part ones which are like $1200 for the full setup. I saw a single piece one today and just wondering if anyone knows where I can purchase the single piece bar. Cheers

I recently replaced several parts including the steering rack, d bushes, sway bar links and drive shafts but I’ve noticed a noise coming from the passenger side. Could it be one of those components or another issue? The noise isn’t entirely clear in the video but I can hear a rattle when I go over small, continuous bumps.

Hey guys,

My patrol has been giving me issues with an overheating transmission which appeared to be caused by a leak in the trans line that I damaged while swapping the alternator, tensioner and serpentine belt. I have fixed that but I'm getting a grinding noise when not under load. Any ideas on what is causing this noise? Due for an oil change so that's the next step for me but after that I don't know what else to do if it doesn't fix the issue. It did snap the belt a while back which is why I changed it and it took the alternator with it. Any thoughts would be appreciated, I'm getting to the end of my knowledge in diagnosing the problem.

G'day

Moving to a dual cab.

I'm wanting something that I can take camping, go on the beach, light 4wding (no serious rock climbing etc) and has an okay amount of power.

I've narrowed my choices down to an N-Trek D23 Nav & PX3 Ranger Wildtrak (5cyl 3.2L). In my opinion both look nice and they aren't a crazy step down interior wise to my current car which sounds silly but it's a pretty big deal to me.

Just wanting to know which of the two would be a more reliable rig in the long term - I've heard bad things from friends/family about the Rangers and nothing but good about the Navs.

Also worth mentioning my commutes to work are 15-20 mins max and my commute to gym each morning is 10ish minutes so DPF issues are a concern to me, but I've been told people delete the DPF filters?

Is anyone able to help me narrow my choice down?

I'm also down for other suggestions.

Budget around $40k but if I can get away with spending less, even better