WK2 Overland ....3.6 petrol or 3.0 diesel .. Quadra Drive Benefits?

[imaz]

I got the petrol. If you do the calc on diesel, you won't save that much on running costs (deisel prices are the same and usually a tad more than uld) you are only convincing you will. But I do recommend the deisel for the massive torque if you have the extra $7k.

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[imaz]

Originally Posted by imaz

I got the petrol. If you do the calc on diesel, you won't save that much on running costs(deisel prices are the same and usually a tad more than uld)- you are only convincing you will. But I do recommend the deisel for the massive torque if you have the extra $7k.

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[Benn0]

Originally Posted by Tahlee

Hello Benn0

Looks like a lot of fun ..... I doubt that I wouldn't be trying anything like shown on the video ... but it is comforting to see that the QT made it through.

I would appreciate any thoughts on the benefits of
1) QD over QT on sand
2) QD and QT in mud

Regards

Tahlee

The trick with QT2 is that it uses wheel braking to stop a spinning wheel and send torque to the other wheels with more traction. This can hurt momentum in some cases, so the rear locking diff in QD2 helps a little here. But with the right driving style (keeping the foot down when the wheel braking occurs) you can overcome this a bit. Having the 18s and dropping your tyre pressure is probably also going to help you get around any limitations of QT2.

I have read that some GC owners have more luck in low range, because it keeps the torque locked 50/50 to front and rear diffs. I haven't checked yet, I'm still waiting for mine.

Here is another vid of a CRD with QD2 in a mud puddle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ql5ZBeyd2g4

[Tahlee]

Hello imaz

I do appreciate your comments. I can't find a 2014 build Overland 3.0D for less than $74k, the 3.6 Overland can be had for $64K

If the performance is similar, the costs over time are also similar, then I think would rather spend the difference on on build-ups (winch, bar, etc).

I have to make the call today because by week's end I will sign up for a Overland in Bright white with ORII and indigo interior.

Heads 3.6 tails ...

Regards

Tahlee

[Benn0]

Another QT2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUueFm_r4KE

[Benn0]

And Nicholas again on sand, uphill with 20psi in the tyres:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0X0mvUjn1c4

Really, I'd make your decision based on what you prefer to drive, petrol or diesel. The rest is splitting hairs.

[Benn0]

And here's the one I was looking for earlier. 3.6 QT2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkYs4bq9EDU