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Still, if towing a long long way then it would be a good precaution to fill the transmission and rear differential with a high temp rated synthetic fluid, that will both keep the temperature down and handle higher temperatures with less problems. I think auto trans problems from overheating are from the ATF burning, the sysnthetic will tolerate much higher temperatures before that happens. Just good insurance. Take all this witha grain of salt coming from a guy that tows with a stick shift, but my brother tows heavy with a very hot running automatic despite the added cooler in his Dodge truck. Isuzu's can accept the trans cooler, but it should not be needed.
Tom
I did install a tranny cooler, because they are cheap insurance, and I couldn't find anything negative about them. The only negative I can think of is if a hose leaks all your fluid out, so if you do put one in, double clamp the connections.
I am somewhat cautious, however, of choosing a proper trans. fluid since I have had 2 cars ruined by allowing mechanics to put in fluid of their own selection. One mechanic put in an incorrect fluid for the make of vehicle and another time the transmission was way over-filled. Both transmissions went out within 4k miles.
I hear that synthetics are better. Can anyone recommend a good fluid?
Tom
Assuming you have an owners manual, I would go to the maintenance schedule under severe conditions and do what you feel is necessary. I believe under "severe condition" the timing belt should be changed at 70k. Good Luck.
I had the bearings repacked since they spend some time in water. I also did the 60k service at that point mainly for the fluids involved.
Jim
Thanks for the suggestions, I don't have an owners manual, so I will do the extreme services just in case.
Offroad was a no brainer as usual. I mostly kept it in 4 low on the sand. I got a chance to notice the crawl ratio (which supposedly gets multiplied several times by the 4L30E in 4-low low). I put it in 4-low low gear and just walked right up a steep cobblestone hill without touching the gas. It also would just slowly drive along the sand and across tracks without any gas. Just another nice standard feature.
As far as mileage I got about 10+/14+. I did a lot of idling and had a box carrier, 2 bikes on the roof and a lot gear. I think the rack with wind fairing creates a lot of resistance and decreases mileage.
I have a couple of Trooper pictures which I will try to get out later this week. I am happy to have some confidence back in my rig and also had a chance to push it offroad again.
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Has anyone equipped their Trooper with an outboard motor before?
A hitch mounted bike rack may work, depending on how big a motor you need to move.
I have a HitchHaul that I use frequently for campfire wood, coolers, etc. One tip I would offer tho is that it needs the weight distributed evenly. The box may say "500 lbs capacity," but if I would put all of my 250 lbs on one side, it would bend.
http://www.portaboat.com
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Purpose: to get out on the water with kids to fishing spots without heat stroke from rowing or paddling all day in summer. Sold the 26 footer because the kids said they were on the water but not near the water due to the tall sides of the boat. Now they will be a one foot off the water instead of 4 feet.
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Whenever I get around to puting a roof rack on my new to me 2001 Trooper-S 5-Speed, I still have the parts "T100 brackets" and Thule crossbars from my totaled 1995. This time I want to mount it such that the cross bars can be easily removed so I can have long ones or short ones as needed and none up there for longer "higher MPG" highway rides.
I'm also interested in your ideas on roof rack. I have the T100 brackets and switch between a safari basket and Yakima bars. My issue is it is AMAZING how many parking garages I can not get into anymore with just that extra 3-4" of height...plus the mileage thing.
Trooper has been doing well, since my SVX was down for about 6 weeks due to me not having enough time to diagnose the simple problem.
I'm up to 61K miles on it 11K since early May! She's running like a top though can't complain, even when towing 5000lb car-trailers I've logged about 2K+miles of trailer towing and the trooper has been doing well even with the larger tires on it.
I'll be around a bit more now.
-mike
http://Isuzu-suvs.com
-mike
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When I came to pick it up, the itemized price was $10/qt for Mobil1 oil! I told my repair manager that $10/qt was unfair and they refunded $6/qt and gave me a coupon for a free dino oil change.
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That repair manager knows that van well, as it was in for repair 26 times in 45000 miles before we sold it. It was always in for repair anyway so we let the dealer to all the maintenance.
2nd the wiring is there, but no sensors IIRC, sensors are another $100-$250
So yeah if you wanna drop ~$700 go ahead!
-mike
Thanks in advance for any help.
Sure you can put in the module in your LS. I put it in my 01 LS for $600 (Isuzu price). However, I have the moon roof and something in my memory tells me that the wiring harness is there if you have the moon roof - may be wrong about that - also the temperature sensing unit was also pre-installed by the factory - and it is a pain - it sit up high underneath a metal lip forward of the radiator on the drivers side - you can actally see where it is if you look. This location is terrible because it builds up heat when you stop and the temperature quickly goes to triple digits - I removed the front grill - easy to do and relocated the sensor down low - where every other manufacturer puts it and it work much better - spliced in some extra wire so it would reach - the unit is easy to read at night but difficult during the day - reflection and angle. Barometer/altimeter is cool - now you can get the aftermarket mirror that has the built in compass and temp sensor and auto dimming feature installed for about half that cost - Isuzu was gong to do it for $200 - but no altimeter - good luck.
http://allhyundaiisuzuparts.com/new_arrivals/000513.html
http://www.rockcrawler.com/features/newsshorts/02september/electr- - ac.asp
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http://www.tractech.com/docs/DetroitElectrac.pdf
I am not sure if there is a trooper fit yet, however if I were to add something this might be it!
http://community.webshots.com/album/85580057SlrCxl
-mike
Jim
Man you guys (New Yorkers) are being tested.
-mike
Now...are there any "must do's" or "must get's" I need to be looking for? (Will do mild off-roading at best, and know what I'll need for that.) Am curious what to do about improving performance, and/or mileage. Mileage is a special concern as I have a lead foot.
Your collective advice is greatly appreciated!
With a lead foot, don't expect better than 15 MPG around town. I get 10-13 in around town driving, my commute is under 5 miles which may lead to worse mileage, however mileage is poor in general. Though you will find the Trooper is quite responsive and fun to lead foot around as it feels very quick off the line.
-mike
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I wonder if the 2.3 can bolt up to the 1.9's transmission.
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If changing the engine and transmission both, consider the newest 4cyl Isuzu engine, was that a 2.6L in 1991?
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Consider if changing the engine and transmission to go to the 2.8L 6cyl transmission or similar bolt pattern and get the 3.4L 6cyl instead of the 2.8L. People on this discussion and / or ITOG have talked about the 3.4L GM engine as a good one to bolt up in place of the 2.8L. GM engines and parts should cost a lot less than genuine Isizu because there are so many of them around in rebuilt form.
With that said, does anyone have or know where I can get a shop manual for my 93 Trooper for less than $30? I say less than $30 because that is how much I let this manual go for TWICE on Ebay - dumb me, I guess.
Anybody got any suggestions?
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http://www.tokicogasshocks.com
Installed them on my 2002 Trooper S 4x4 about 2 months ago and have been giving them a work out here in the Colorado Mountains. I'm amazed how well they work off-road & on-road. Lots of control, no more wallowing and body lean is reduced. Makes my Trooper a joy to drive. They also work great on my 1990 2wd. Mazda PU. Shop around on the web, they are priced a lot lower then OME and Rancho.
"This dealership has been selected as a sight to conduct a special market test price and financing event, we are in desperate need to acquire several pre-owned Troopers before 8-24 in order to fulfill special used vehicle requests. Our records show you have one of the vehicles in need". Then it goes on to say bring the letter in, so we can make an offer to buy it back from you.
If nothing else, you gotta give the sales guys credit for being creative in their marketing.
Also, does anyone make a class III hitch for the FRONT of the Trooper? Did this with all my Jeeps -very effective, and allows one to winch from either end with a multi-mount.
Again - any advice/suggestions are genuinely appreciated!
Haven't seen a front mounted hitch yet, but check out matt @ indy 4x.com link on my web page http://Isuzu-suvs.com
-mike