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It'll be interesting to see if the 3.8 variant gets the job in the new Trooper.
There is also a version of the 3.5 V6 that pumps out close to 300hp, but it requires 100 octane fuel as is available in Japan.
-mike
I' ve got a 90 legacy wagon. I bought it in 1995 and have gone everywhere in it. It is a great car. No major or suprising problems in 225k miles. It seems funny that I may have to replace the 3rd timing belt
A friend of mine has a SVX. They are very underrated sports cars.
I saw you had a couple of xt6's on your website. That is my dream project car. Boxer engine and pneumatic suspension! Way ahead of its time.
I am looking at getting a new outback someday. It would be nice if the h6's were a little cheaper. I look forward to the day that they put a h6 intercooled turbo into the legacy wagon!
They have an H6 OB base-model now that isn't too bad cost wise. I'm looking forward to the H6t that is going to be coming in the upcoming B11S that is due out in 05 or 06.
I just had the SVX up at limerock for a track day with the BMW club Nothing like getting a pointby on the track from an M5 w/400+hp.
My current project car for auto-x is a '96 Impreza L. Going to build it up and hope to drop the 3.0l H6 engine from an LL Bean or VDC into it this winter then supercharge it
-mike
Boxtrooper, your right. Isuzu needs a specific niche. USA turbo deisel models would be a nice start. It seems they are opting for the low cost, high value sell.
They hooked me. I see 2002 4x4 troopers w/under 5000 miles on them for under 19k$. High value, low cost!!!!!!
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Even farther out on a possible Isuzu automotive niche: How about Isuzu maintains a few of its own vehicles such as a Trooper and a smaller sportier something like the Rodeo but also expands to offer rebadged GM vehicles fitted with Isuzu Inside. For example Isuzu could provide a turbo diesel hybrid power train for the Ascender or other GM minivans and work vans and sell them as Isuzu's or better yet let GM sell them as GMs but require a prominent label that says "Isuzu EcoPowered". Then build up recognition using free advertising from MPG worrying ecology people and qualify for a fuel efficient vehicle tax break etc...
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Isuzu should also take advantage of the current rush of "cross-over" vehicles by taking the oposite approach. Isuzu should say "look at all the very light duty cars sold as cross over SUVs and remind people that to get a real sturdy heavy duty long term reliable vehicle that can tow they will want to get an Isuzu"
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Then add the 10Kw home backup power option as an add-on inverter unit for $1999.99 and sell the advantage of a feature no other vehicle can offer.
http://www.edmunds.com/news/autoshows/articles/96999/page012.html
The current shape is coming out of the Phillipines, with the new one to be out of Thailand.
If the new Trooper/Jackaroo is to be based on the Isuzu Adventure, which in itself is based on the D-Max pickup, then it will likely be slightly smaller than the current Trooper/Jackaroo. It will be closer to the Rodeo/Frontera in size.
But....a bit smaller and lighter, more powerful motor = lots of fun!!!!
As long as it retains a ladder frame chassis and doesn't lose any wheel articulation, I'll be happy!!!
Oh...and the power fold-in mirrors! Gotta keep those.
-mike
- How easy is it to break-out the plate in the factory cut-out?
- Would I have to run a wire from the lights, through the fire wall. to the switch? (going thru a relay of course).
- Do I have to drill to mount it?
- What's a good material to fill around the lights in the cut-outs for a "factory" look.
Thanks for the help
The good news is that my wife also drives a Trooper (02 LS)so I will always be able to enjoy my most favorite SUV. We hope to keep this one for many years as it currently has only 7,500 miles and an easy life.
This is wired for fogs though, so the lights will only work with low beams. If you want to switch it to High beams or independent of what beam is activated you will have to do some wiring yourself.
relay: part # 8970939101
Jim
-mike
1. The Yakima Ski Racks tend to be found on Dark Blue and Grey Troopers that were Isuzu-sponsored ski/snowboard vehicles and have surface rust under the body and quite a few door dings.
2. The tower/rack combo over the doors has been suitable for surfboards over 9 feet and bikes, but it does look a little weird so far towards the front.
3. Two customers purchased a full rack with a Yak fit-kit to give the complete rack 3 poles/tower sets for kayaks. This seemed to work fine, but involved added cost for the kit.
4. The factory bolts have provided more than one person plenty of support/racks for kayaks and even a lenth-wise safari rack, but support for a load on the safari rack was always an issue.
5. I've also seen a few Troopers with support brackets bolted to the roof with a good amount of silicone caulk and not leak, but I do not recommend this avenue.
Hopes this adds input to the rack question.
Since I am looking for a 99+ Trooper myself, I look forward to all postings for guidance.
When I use my box carrier I also use the door frame to load stuff in and out of it. I need the ladder to get it on.
Anyway, as far as position goes I find the frontward foot mount thule or yakima to be better for loading.
But some used trucks from United States (there are many 98-99 in Russia) have motor oil in TOD (it looks like 5W30 or 10W30). So, is it OK to use motor oil instead ATF by Isuzu US dealers?
-mike
Simple way to figure it out:
Manual tranny = regular transfer case = gear oil in the transfer case (motor oil in the tranny, I believe)
Automatic tranny = TOD transfer case = ATF in the transfer case
(This only applied for model years after the TOD unit came out...not sure when that was)
-mike
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I have Thule crossbars on all three sets of brackets so I can choose to put stuff on the roof forward or toward the rear. I have found that the easiest access for loading the roof rack is using the rear most possible location. This allows standing on top of the rear tires or on the rear bumper. (I have the 1995 Trooper-S which has non-painted bumper covers so I have no paint sratching worries from walking on it). I do carry a step ladder if I have a lot of stuff up there since with my feet so close in it is easy to lean back and loose balance.
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I was surprised reading Adtica's message: 1gt/1000 miles (0,7L/1000 km) is too much for 65000 miles engine, isn't it, or I'm mistaken? What is the oil consumption U have usually? E.g. my old Toyota Prado (3,4 L gasoline engine, approx. 100000 miles) needs 0,2L/1000 miles on highway only.
Thank U.
- Alexey.
So yep, they are strong.
-mike
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Oil consumption on most Troopers is like any other vehicle, very little or not even measurable oil consumption. But, some Troopers do consume oil even when at low miles. The standard response from Isuzu or GM or Ford or Chrysler etc.. for any vehicle is that "It is considered normal and acceptable oil consumption up to 1qt/1000miles". This is a sad but true fact.
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My 1984 Trooper consumed oil around 0.5qt/1000miles at 30000 miles and around 1qt/1000miles at 201000 miles. That little 1984 1.9L was "the little engine that could". It was trouble free except for the oil consumption.
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My 1995 Trooper 3.2L does not consume any measurable amount of oil in normal driving, but pulling a heavy trailer it will consume 0.5L/1000miles, maybe more than that. I check the oil often when towing. I have an oil pressure gage on the dash that I use to watch over the oil situation and my 3.2L engine is the one that has the lifter ticking problem if the oil gets low or dirty, so I think I would get plenty of warning of low oil if that were to happen.
-mike
Alexey, I bet you are having "fun" trying to translate all these English units of measure into metric!
It is not correct t-case on 97 Rodeo 3.2l auto
use 5w30 motor oil.
-mike
However, there arn't (in Russia)official Isuzu sales any more since they stop to produce trooper. So sad. I do not consider Opel Frontera (European Rodeo) to be Isuzu because frontera has 2.0 or 2.2L opel engines and it purchased through opel dealers. Also Axiom and that SUV which has a strange name Ascender are for US market only as I know). All it means that genuine spare parts will get high prices,and an addition to this it will be problematic to have the qualified service in the future.
Such a conception...
For bikes and snowboards/skis, I'd look at the hitch mounted options. Alot of the new Thule hitch mount bike carriers can be transformed to ski carriers. Plus its nice and easy to load from the rear of the truck.
If you want cargo or watersports, you have to go to the roof. The Thule / Yakima racks are cheapest to buy, have the most sport components, and are found everywhere. Unfortunately, they are supposed to be removed when not in use and can damage your vehicle (I have a Thule on the Subaru).
The other option is the safari type rack. It is expensive, but mounts to your roof via the "lifting points". Japanese Isuzu Bighorns have roof rails that mount here, so they are load bearing.
Tough choices...ideally Isuzu would import Bighorn roof rails for use on Troopers but that's not going to happen.
Personally I will probably install the safari rack if I can be sure that Thule components (like fairings and a kayak carrier) will attach to the safari rack top crossbars.
Anybody have a safari rack (like Surco) with Thule or Yakima components attached?
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hitch mount bike carriers will probably need to be used with a 2" hitch extender to clear the spare tire. The longer double connection means twice the wobble and the wobble distance is larger due to the longer reach.
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I will eventually need to carry up to 6 bikes. I will put two on the "Spare Me" and four on the roof. For now the smaller kids bikes can go inside, but they are growing fast.
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Bikes on the roof takes away 2mpg. The permanent mount expedition racks IMHO would also cost you at the gas pump.
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Of course, as expected, the 3/4 ton Suburban tows much better than the Trooper.
I have the SAME EXACT problem you described.
Usually ,my 99 won't engage when it is hot ,
intermitent cold or warm. It's driving me crazy.
I brought it into the dealer for a clunking
into 4WD when it was hot and they never could
fix that problem so I haven't bother to bring this problem to them yet. I'd like to see if you
can describe the fix , I'm a little confused on some parts. But let me try this weekend if the rain holds off.
I think it is due to the front half of the driveline (axle?) not turning as fast as the rest of the driveline? Either out of sync or slower? If I have been in 4wd for a while and then disengage and re-engage it doesn't happen.
I imagine most people don't engage 4wd that often, and if they do it is either when they start off or from a stop, so not many notice this. I have posted regarding this a long time ago and remember at least 1-2 others having the same issue, so I think it is common.
Steve, Host
Installing a new battery, be sure, that it has Ampere hour's recommended standard -95 Ah for gasoline, 115 Ah for diesel engines. Otherwise, the battery will die before its warranty ends.
Good luck.
Alexey
I HAVE A 1999 TROOPER WITH 47K MILES.
HAS ANY BODY HAD ANY EXHAUST MUFFLER PROBLEMS.
GETTING A LOUD NOISE WHEN INITIALLY STARTING IT.
CHECKED UNDER THE TRUCK ,NOISE FROM THE MUFFLER.
ALSO WOULD IT BE UNDER WARRANTY STILL,BOUGHT 07/1999. REST THE TRUCK IS GOOD.
Tom
Because I was buying used, I was definitely nervous, but I was impressed. Everything seems fine, but I have a concern.
I tested out TOD by hitting the 4wd AUTO switch. As you all know, the diagram for the front wheels contains 3 LED lights each. I noticed that when driving down the road in 4wd AUTO on, one of the 3 leds lights up. When I come to a stop, it goes out. I thought that the front led's would stay dark unless the rear wheels slipped. The owner manual says that 15% engine power is going to the front wheels. Is this normal? Has anyone had this happen? Should I be concerned?
The good news is that I tested the TOD 4wd a bit in a dirt parking lot by gunning it from a standstill in a dirt parking lot. Sure enough, no wheel slip and all front leds flashed. So, at least it is working
Any thoughts are appreciated.
Tim
thanx
Your system is working 100% correctly!
I also flushed my brakes today @ 50K miles. Nice firm feel again Didn't even have to jack up the truck or take the wheels off. Yum Yum
-mike
Thanks for your comments on TOD. I took the Trooper for a late night cruise last night. Damn nice. Finally opened the sunroof. I love the fact that it stops 3/4 open initially. Almost no wind buffering. Sounds crazy, but you can tell that the engineers who designed the Trooper were sweating the small stuff.
Considering that this Trooper has 79k miles, I am amazed at how tight the structure is with only one squeak coming from the rear when I take a tight turn on a bumpy street.
If GM had been smart, they would have thrown a few hundred million at some Isuzu engineers a few years ago, and let them create the next Trooper. All it needs is:
30-40 more hp and torque from a 3.8L V-6 motor.
Improved plastics/dashboard (the tach/speedo/clock, etc. remind me of early 90's Toyota, not a bad thing, but...)
Roof rails
Improved rear door structure/design
2" more seat travel.
Given that everyone is jumping on the car-based SUV bandwagon, wouldn't be nice to create an updated "traditional" SUV like the Trooper?
Tim