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05-06-2012
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Looking to buy a WH CRD - Recomendations Pls
Guys,
I'm currently driving a KJ Cherokee CRD and due to a growwing family, I need a bigger car.
I hear the WH is a good car with the Merc 3.0 engine. Can anyone tell me what to look out for when buying a WH? Is there a particular model that is better that the other?
Also - how does the centre diff lock work? It says in some specs I'm looking at that the centre diff is a slip. Can someone shed some light?
The other car I'm looking at is the Discovery 3 - with air springs and 7 seats it's a reasonable option.
Also - it's workth noting that I have some heavy towing requirements - 23" boat with 3,000 fuelled weight. Hence the air spring levelling on the Disco is a favoured option.
Your advise please folks!
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06-06-2012
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If your looking at towing heavy loads with the WH (which i do) it is highly recommended that you replace the springs, the standard ones are very soft. Look into Stu at Murchison Products for this, he does a 2.5-3" lift. Might wanna also look at chip but thats mainly just for the economy cos the car has a fair amount of power already!
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09-06-2012
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Yep ditto to that, I also tow heavy loads, on a fairly constant basis, have found the heavy duty ARB/OME both front and rear, regardless of wether you have a bullbar or not, to be the answer. It will give you around 40mm to 50mm lift.
Stu from Murchison Products has a good setup and proven suspension system also, he has his own website.
Also add a set of PolyAir bags or similar to help level the vehicle, if you're planning to tow long distances constantly.
I traded up from a KJ, best thing I ever did, if you're looking at used, see if you can get some aftermarket warranty, parts can be expensive.
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10-06-2012
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Hi all, sorry to hijack your question, I have a WH and tow 2.6 tonnes and would like to fit air lift bags.
Jhonv question is are these air bags ADR approved for the WH.
Alden
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10-06-2012
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G'day Alden, my system was fully installed by an ARB dealer. Both ARB and PolyAir or the other brands for that matter cannot supply a product without submitting and complying for ADR certification - but you're asking the wrong person - speak to the manufacturers
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10-06-2012
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jeeptrout
I hear the WH is a good car with the Merc 3.0 engine. Can anyone tell me what to look out for when buying a WH? Is there a particular model that is better that the other?
Also - how does the centre diff lock work? It says in some specs I'm looking at that the centre diff is a slip. Can someone shed some light?
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WH's = awesome! Front and rear eaton lockers on both CRD's and HEMI's, here's how they work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpiF...c&feature=plcp
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11-06-2012
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Mate - tried to PM you, but not allowed to for some reason. Give me a yell if you want a 2008 Black Limited CRD with sunroof and 90,000 kms on it. Will accept $36k. Closest equivalent today on Car Sales is $39k. I have HD springs for it but not fitted yet, as I've never had it offroad. Excellent condition. Cheers.
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