Where are the cracks in my Nissan Patrol?
Generally the cracking occurs around the rear suspension upper spring seat and the side of the chassis rail where it kicks up over the rear axle. The cracks may start off as small hairline cracks but left unattended can develop into much larger cracks and potentially complete chassis failure.
Where can I find the VIN on a Nissan Patrol?
The VIN also allows a user to get a build sheet of Nissan PATROL. Please check Nissan PATROL car parts catalog for additional information if you’re looking for parts to repair your vehicle. You can search Nissan PATROL parts by VIN number . It is possible to get market price of new or used Nissan PATROL by VIN number.
Are there forged pistons for the Nissan Patrol?
Personally I hate Hypereutectic pistons because they fail in manner found in the ZD30 but no forged ones for the Patrol seem to be available commercially over the counter. Also they hate EGR over a period of time. Marty White, John White’s son told me he could get a forged piston set made for my ZD30 if I ever needed some.
Why are the Pistons cracking on my PATROL 4X4?
There is no sign of oil starvation for cylinders 3 & 4, or the bores of the cylinders would be buggered. Just that the pistons are not up to the job. And this one goes even deeper into cracking pistons on a diesel. Just another theory regarding injectors.
Why is the back of my Nissan Patrol cracking?
Cracking of the right hand rear barn door on the GU Nissan Patrol is quite common especially on vehicle that have had a larger spare wheel fitted, for example changing to 33″ or 35″ tyres. It can also be due to carrying heavy accessories like high lift jacks, jerry cans or water containers on the spare wheel.
Personally I hate Hypereutectic pistons because they fail in manner found in the ZD30 but no forged ones for the Patrol seem to be available commercially over the counter. Also they hate EGR over a period of time. Marty White, John White’s son told me he could get a forged piston set made for my ZD30 if I ever needed some.
What kind of engine does a Nissan Gu Patrol have?
Manufactured in Kanda, Japan, the Nissan GU.IV Patrol was available with 3.0-litre ZD30DDTi turbo-diesel, 4.2-litre TD42Ti turbo-diesel and 4.8-litre TB48DE petrol engines. As per the table below, the GU.IV Patrol range consisted of DX, ST, ST-S, ST-L and Ti variants.
How to help your Nissan Patrol ZD30 turbo engine?
If you own a Y61/GU NISSAN PATROL with a ZD30 3.0ltr turbo diesel engine, these are invaluable tips to help you increase the life expectancy of your engine. The ZD30 engine has suffered a poor reputation for premature failures including melting/cracking pistons and overboosting, largely due to some common issues.