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-mike
Thanks in advance,
Tony
-mike
Tony
tidester, host
1) You need to know exactly what OBDII codes you are getting, otherwise
you'll drive yourself crazy & broke replacing stuff!! get one of these
if need be: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=- 46030
2) 1998+ (especially 2000+) are SUPER sensitive to spark plug brand.
Make sure your mechanic used the SAME plugs that came out of the truck.
NGK & Denso and sometimes even champions were used. Any others will
cause misfires on 1998+ isuzu 3.2's & 3.5's.
3) The EGR systems on these trucks are prone to carbon plugging & need
periodic cleaning. It's basically a matter of removing the EGR valve, use carburetor cleaner to spray out the EGR ports, feed tube and valve pintle. Cleaning out around & behind the throttle plate is also needed- there is an EGR port just behind the throttle plate.
G/luck
Joel
Tony
I'm thinking it's the plugs, or the ECU at this point.
-mike
I am buying a '03 Rodeo 4x4 5 speed. Btw I am flying to 700 miles to pick it up, because the 5 speeds are so rare. What are the main things I should watch for?
-mike
Joel
Flash forward 10 years, Isuzu is making a slow exit to the American market.
What did Isuzu do wrong?
Did they miss the SMV craze? I know offroad is their base, but Beta was also superior to VHS.
Did they outprice the Rodeo? $31K+ for the 2002
Did they switch classes? I have seem more comparisons between the Rodeo and the RAV-4. I always thought the Rodeo was in the same class as the vehicles I looked at in 1993.
Is the dealership network the problem? My sister in Seattle liked my Rodeo, but the nearest dealer was 45 minutes away while the Honda(CR-V) was 10 minutes.
Did GM do it or just accelerate the decline?
Plus the one Edmunds owned a few years back probably left a few sour grapes around the office: Long-Term Road Test
Steve, Host
G/luck
Joel
After replacing the ION mod and the egr valve(possibly unnecessarily)it appears to possibly be a stuck valve. It starts, and Idles fine with no misfires present. The timing is in synch and it only starts losing pressure seemingly when I press the gas. It's not choppy or rough which may lead me to plugs or timing but I still have no power above 2500rpm. When I remove the EGR valve and cover the port holes, there is a tremendous amount of exhaust air blowing out the ports. Is this normal? I'm thinking there may be a stuck valve which is forcing all the air out this exit and may be keeping the egr valve in the OPEN position causing it to not have the power. Acceleration should have the valve in the closed position correct ? Any ideas or what may be a good product to release a stuck valve. My lease is due back in 8 days and I certainly do not want to pull the motor apart to do valve work. Any assistance is greatly appreciated.
Tony
Joel
Joel
After replacing the ION mod and the egr valve(possibly unnecessarily)it appears to possibly be a stuck valve. It starts, and Idles fine with no misfires present. The timing is in synch and it only starts losing pressure seemingly when I press the gas. It's not choppy or rough which may lead me to plugs or timing but I still have no power above 2500rpm. When I remove the EGR valve and cover the port holes, there is a tremendous amount of exhaust air blowing out the ports. Is this normal? I'm thinking there may be a stuck valve which is forcing all the air out this exit and may be keeping the egr valve in the OPEN position causing it to not have the power. Acceleration should have the valve in the closed position correct ? Any ideas or what may be a good product to release a stuck valve. My lease is due back in 8 days and I certainly do not want to pull the motor apart to do valve work. Any assistance is greatly appreciated.
Tony
Tony
Joel
Joel
Tony
Tony
Joel
Steve, Host
Well DUH, it's a TRUCK, not a CAR!
-mike
>What Edmunds.com Says
>An impressive V6 engine makes its debut for 2004. Too bad it has to be in the under-achieving >Rodeo.
I never, ever, place any value on what Edmunds has to say about a vehicle. Ever!
When I sold my Rodeo, it was to an individual who already owned one. I have owned three myself. How many of you Trooper guys have owned more than one Isuzu? 'Nuff said...
John
-mike
tidester, host
Have had the following done in the last 5 weeks:
Replaced spark plugs, (Champions out, NGK in).
Replaced timing belt and serp. belt.
Replacd cam & crank seals.
Replaced water pump, T-stat. (Gaskets, also).
Replaced front wheel bearings & seals, and front brakes.
Replaced battery, air filter, fuel filter & PCV valve.
Replaced tranny fluid, filter and gasket at local tranny shop.
Rear brakes at 50 %.
Coolant system flush completed.
Replaced shocks. (OEM out, Monro sensa-tracs in).
Dealer installed new Mastercraft tires, P235/70R/16.
Differntial fluid is ok, as is power steering.
Throttle body cleaned.
Oil / filter changed 4 times, using Castrol 10W-30
So,what else should I do to bring this up to speed ????
Passport drives fine, starts every time. Smooth on highway, gas mileage as expected. Lots of rattles, but I don't mind that at all.
No drips or leaking that I can tell. Check oil 2-3 times per week, no usage as of yet.
Appreciate ANY feedback.
Thank You,
Steve
Tinker Air Force Base
Oklahoma
Other then that, wash'er up give her a couple coats of wax and enjoy for another 90k!
-Ryan
-How hard was it to replace the cam and crank seals?
Top 10 SUVs With the Worst Residual Value
Date Posted 05-07-2003
The percentage following the vehicle is the total amount of depreciation that takes place over five years and 15,000 miles per year. The bigger the number, the worse it is. Keep in mind that the depreciation percentages are based on the national TMV price plus typical options plus destination charge.
Isuzu Rodeo Sport — 68.90%
Isuzu Ascender — 68.74%
Isuzu Rodeo — 68.33%
Chevrolet Tracker — 67.22%
Isuzu Axiom — 66.96%
Suzuki Grand Vitara — 66.78%
Oldsmobile Bravada — 66.63%
Ford Explorer Sport — 66.22%
Kia Sorento — 65.57%
Suzuki Vitara — 65.46%
Actually, it's spelled "Ascender."
Feel free to use the Feedback Form.
tidester, host
Sorry about the grouchy ranting. I'm just not convinced that Isuzus are disasters on four wheels. Seems like Isuzu has a small but very loyal following.
I'm really not looking for an answer from Edmunds, I was hoping some of you Rodeo/RS/Axiom/Trooper/Ascender guys could explain it to me... Are Isuzus really that bad???
-mike
Isuzu's are also know for being "trucks" not hybrids, which further shrinks its customer base.
The MSRP on Isuzu's is high compared to actual selling price with discounts (one thing in my opinion that has hurt Isuzu from improving sales numbers), so the ratio of MSRP to purchase price to resale probably makes those numbers even higher. My 1999 Trooper's MSRP was $31500 and I got it for $24000++, so if I could sell it for $10000 (good luck) today that is about 40% of purchase and about 30% of MSRP.
I wish their MSRP pricing was more accurate. I think in the long run it would have really helped them keep a market share.
T...
G/luck
Joel
You can't take "ANY" publication as the Gospel, it's simply an opinion from a group of humans. Everyone has certain likes and dislikes which makes us unique. First, I consider the source, then use the data provided, consider how it effects my needs and make an educated decision based on data from multiple sources.
Bad "Residual Value" can be a blessing. In the last 9 years, I've owned 4 new cars, the Trooper is 4-1/2 years old now. If it would have held it's value better, I know myself well enough to know, it would have been gone some time ago. Now I have to keep it for 10 years to get my $$$$$ out of it, plus I just "LIKE" it. Could I finally be growing up? So their is a positive to every negative:)
I'm in the same boat with tires are you are... I looked at Revo as well but they seem to be VERY expensive (more than Michelin). Michelin are supposed to be the best (according to the reviews I was able to find and Discount Tire recommendations). They, however, are said to be relatively noisy. Mike (paisan) recommended Pirelli Scorpions and that's what I'll probably go with. Revos look more capable but they are new and cost over $150. Scorpions will run about $90 per tire. The only thing is that I'll have to go with 255 size instead of OEM 245. The origial size, apparently, is not that common so the tires will run over $120. 255/70-16 go for about $90.