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Nissan Patrol maintenance: the service list the book doesn't give you
A Nissan Patrol will do 500,000 km if you service the right things. It will also eat a head gasket at 180,000 km if you service the wrong things and skip the ones that matter. The factory schedule is written for a Patrol that commutes. Yours probably tows, beaches, or both. This is the list we actually work to.
Read MoreSteering wobble fix: GQ and GU Patrol death wobble, and the steering box adjustment
You hit a bump at 80 km/h, the front end starts shaking side to side, and the only thing that stops it is braking hard. That's death wobble, and a GQ or GU Patrol on big tyres and a lift is the most likely 4WD in Australia to do it. It is never one thing. It's two or three worn parts that each would be fine alone.
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Nissan Patrol engine rebuild: TD42, ZD30, RD28 and when to convert instead
We rebuild Patrol engines every week in Burleigh Heads, and the first thing we tell most customers is which engine they've got decides everything. A TD42 is worth rebuilding almost every time. A ZD30 is worth rebuilding sometimes. An RD28 is usually worth replacing with something else. Here's how we make that call.
Read MoreNissan Patrol upgrades: the ones that change the vehicle, in the order we'd do them
Ask a Patrol workshop what to upgrade and you'll get a different answer to the one a 4WD accessory shop gives you. We don't sell light bars. We sell torque, reliability and a Patrol that still drives straight at 110 km/h with a camper on the back. Here is the order we'd spend the money in, by engine.
Read MoreRear differential rebuild: how a Patrol H233B or H260 is done properly
A rear diff rebuild is one of those jobs where the parts cost $400 and the skill costs the rest. The bearings are the same whoever fits them. Whether the diff is quiet in 100,000 km comes down to three measurements most people skip. This is how we do a Patrol rear diff in Burleigh Heads, and why we don't do it cheap.
Read MoreDiesel pre-filter: why we fit one to every ZD30 CRD and most TD42s
A set of ZD30 CRD injectors is a four-figure bill. A diesel pre-filter is a couple of hundred dollars and an hour on the hoist. That maths is why we talk every common-rail Patrol owner into one, and why we fit them to most TD42s that go anywhere remote.
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Barra Engine Conversion with Gold Coast Patrols & Mechanical
If you’re a 4×4 enthusiast or simply someone looking to take your vehicle’s performance to the next level, you’ve probably heard of the iconic Barra engine. Renowned for its durability, impressive torque, and incredible
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Leaf-to-Coil Conversion: A Game-Changer for Your 4WD
For off-road enthusiasts and everyday drivers alike, suspension plays a critical role in determining how a vehicle performs and handles. While many older 4WDs come equipped with leaf springs, advancements in suspension t
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Diesel ECU Remapping & Tuning at GC Patrols
If you’re looking to enhance the performance, efficiency, and drivability of your diesel vehicle, ECU remapping and tuning might be exactly what you need. At Gold Coast Patrols & Mechanical, we specialize in optimizing d
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What is a Suspension Upgrade, and Do You Need One?
When it comes to vehicle performance and comfort, suspension often plays a starring role. While most vehicles are equipped with factory suspension systems designed for general use, a suspension upgrade can significantly
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ECU Remapping: Maximizing Your Vehicle Performance
At GC Patrols, we’re passionate about helping drivers get the best performance out of their vehicles. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is through ECU remapping. But what exactly is ECU remapping, and how ca
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ZD30 DI: Tillix Boost Controller and Remap Upgrade
At Gold Coast Patrols & Mechanical, we’re all about enhancing performance and reliability for your Nissan Patrol. One of our recent projects involved a ZD30 DI engine, which we upgraded with a Tillix boost controller and
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Cash paid for your Nissan patrol in any condition
Cash paid for your Nissan patrol in any condition Cash paid for your Nissan patrol with same day pick up. Buying all models from 1988 to 2023 Is your Nissan patrol crashed? – we buy it Is your Nissan patrol broke down do
Read MoreNissan Zd30 oil leaks
Zd30 oil leaks are quite common unfortunately, and some can be difficult to find. Below are a list of the most common oil leaks found on both zd30di and zd30crd Zd30di oil leak The most common one that is hard to spot is
Read MoreNissan Patrol GQ Y60 and GU Y61 RD28 Crank Repair Kit
Gold Coast Patrols and Mechanic recommend replacing your Nissan Patrol GQ and GU RD28 crank gear and harmonic balancer with the custom modified RD28 crank repair kit that we engineer in store. This is highly recommended
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Patrol Parts
Patrol Parts Thank you for visiting Gold Coast Patrols And Mechanical Here at Gcpatrols we have the widest range of patrol parts. Family owned and operated business. Stocking new patrol parts. Stocking used patrol parts.
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ZD30 Engine Failure Protection
ZD30 Engine Failure Protection ZD30 Engine Failure Protection also known as nads, grenade fix. You’ll be reading this post because you own a zd30 Nissan patrol GU Y61 or maybe even a Nissan Navara D22 ZD30. This article
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Nissan Navara Wreckers
Nissan Navara Wreckers Needing spare parts for your Nissan Navara? Not sure and where to start and how to go about it? The process is hassle-free at Gold Coast Patrols and Mechanical as we pride ourselves in our knowledg
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Td42 conversion wiring looms blog
Td42 conversion wiring looms blog Have you done a Td42 conversion to your Nissan patrol gu – y61 or even the old but goodie GQ – y60? Or are you currently looking into it? Well, you need to read this! We do conversions l
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Mobile Mechanic Gold Coast
Looking for a good mobile mechanic? cost friendly, easy to deal with? Movin mobile Mechanical And Roadyworthys cover the entire Gold Coast, Offering there Mobile Mechanic Services o people in need. We highly recommend yo
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Buds Tyres
Buds Tyres, the best place on the gold coast to go to for cheap tyres, or even tyres for your luxury car. Buds tyres in Burleigh fit all of our tyres. here is a link to Buds Tyres Gold Coast Website https://budstyres.com
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Nissan patrol parts
Nissan patrol parts and wreckers. Gold Coast Patrols And Mechanical have the biggest range of Nissan patrol parts available. Mainly stocking used parts and some new. But don’t worry we won’t stop there. We are about to r
Read MoreNissan patrol wrecker
Australias no.1 trusted Nissan patrol wreckers. Specialising in Nissan Patrols we have the parts you need. Located on the Gold Coast Qld . Wrecking models below. • 1988-current • GQ-GU • Y60-Y61-Y62 Pick up from our ware
Read MoreNissan Patrol Mechanic
Nissan patrol mechanic. Are you in need of a new mechanic for your Nissan patrol ? Guess what… you found one . We are passionate about Nissan Patrols , and have a work shop set up full of parts ready to service your patr
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Patrol parts in stock
Heaps of patrols in stock at the yards , we are Austrians no.1 stop for Nissan patrol parts . Call us today and let us know what you need . Ph. 0432 031 216
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