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    Default Re: Upgrading from Duster, but to what?

    Quote Originally Posted by Francois Theron View Post
    Being pedantic. A 4.5 efi does not have a cambelt
    Ah! Memory is not serving me well - must have been a fan belt failure then. Either way, left her on the side of the road on her way back to Swakop from windhoek
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    Default Re: Upgrading from Duster, but to what?

    Quote Originally Posted by Quiksilver View Post
    TBH - a newer Duster would be my choice. Or the same Duster.

    What exactly is in not fulfilling? I can't believe that any hiking trail road will be so bad a 4x4 duster can't make it.

    You ask for low range. Why? If you can find a late model Freelander that might be a very nice "upgrade" and still keep the good fuel consumption and daily driver comfort.
    I read an article about how well the duster handled in the namib dunes when without low range. I think the other guy was driving a fuck of pajero and the duster did as well.
    . In your experience, do you think the fact that it lacks low range is something it needs?

    Ive been keen on getting a duster. Is yours for sale?

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    Quote Originally Posted by horizon View Post
    I read an article about how well the duster handled in the namib dunes when without low range. I think the other guy was driving a fuck of pajero and the duster did as well.
    . In your experience, do you think the fact that it lacks low range is something it needs?

    Ive been keen on getting a duster. Is yours for sale?
    A "what" of Pajero? Hahaha
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    Quote Originally Posted by horizon View Post
    I read an article about how well the duster handled in the namib dunes when without low range. I think the other guy was driving a fuck of pajero and the duster did as well.
    . In your experience, do you think the fact that it lacks low range is something it needs?

    Ive been keen on getting a duster. Is yours for sale?
    A duster can get far, the lack of low range is often not that limiting when climbing up an obstacle or dune, but when you have to go down a steep obstacle. A duster did one of my Grade 3 trails and all the problems is had was going downhill, not going uphill. On one particular obstacle where almost all the vehicle slid down part of the way and the driver was concerned about his ability to get down safely i offered to drive it down for him and the problem was control on the descent, it was scary going down not having the engine help as high range was just too fast.

    I can believe that a Duster did ok in the Namib, I did not find the Namib hard to do apart from the challenge dunes or play dunes.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bex View Post
    A duster can get far, the lack of low range is often not that limiting when climbing up an obstacle or dune, but when you have to go down a steep obstacle. A duster did one of my Grade 3 trails and all the problems is had was going downhill, not going uphill. On one particular obstacle where almost all the vehicle slid down part of the way and the driver was concerned about his ability to get down safely i offered to drive it down for him and the problem was control on the descent, it was scary going down not having the engine help as high range was just too fast.

    I can believe that a Duster did ok in the Namib, I did not find the Namib hard to do apart from the challenge dunes or play dunes.
    Had exactly this issue at Hennops once after some rain. Car lost grip on a steep downhill and stalled, which was terrifying to say the least! Few bumps and bashes, but luckily no damage! Uphill has rarely been an issue though, especially with the Wrangler tyres on.

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    Quote Originally Posted by horizon View Post
    I read an article about how well the duster handled in the namib dunes when without low range. I think the other guy was driving a fuck of pajero and the duster did as well.
    . In your experience, do you think the fact that it lacks low range is something it needs?

    Ive been keen on getting a duster. Is yours for sale?
    They are surprisingly capable. Our little "4x4 group" has a Pajero SWB and Prado as well as old Stoffel, and there are very few obstacles that I can't keep up with them!

    RE selling: I'm looking to use it as trade-in, but happy to talk if the price is right!

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    Quote Originally Posted by SJN View Post
    Evening all!

    I’ve been driving (and LOVING) my 2015 Duster 4x4 dci for about 5 years now. Recently started getting the itch to upgrade to something more comfortable, and much more capable off road. We’ve been hiking quite a lot (some tricky roads to get to camps) and offroad quite a bit at places like Hennops, but the car will also be my daily runner in and around Sandton.

    My budget is around R400k max, ideally closer to R350k.

    I’m looking (so far) at the Ranger Wildtrack or XLT, Disco, or Pajero. Also considered the Everest, Isuzu Dmax and Fortuner, but not 100% sold on those.

    No kids, so space isn’t a factor! Only things I’m definitely wanting are: Has to be 4x4, has to be automatic, has to have low range+diff lock for the hairier bits, and a fancy touch screen console would be a bonus (I’m a bit of a tech junky). Long term maintenance should also be fairly low (reliable, availability of parts, etc).

    Any suggestions on what to look for in this range, and also what kind of mileage is acceptable for a decent price?

    Appreciated in advance!
    The choice of vehicle will depend on what you need and intend using it for, very difficult to marry commuting with 4x4 as a proper 4x4 is often heavy on fuel and maintenance can be expensive. Also depend where will be travelling, if it is Africa, it is better with Toyota, dealers everywhere. If it is local, you are spoiled for choice. Having been happy with Duster, I think the fuel consumption on any other brand will drive you nuts. I personally look at availability f spares and cost of maintenance plus cost of tyres and shocks, these days not cheap and you were spoiled with that Duster, no I do not own one, have a LC 80 and a Jimny is starting to look like an option as soon as kids leave the house. Mostly fuel consumption and tyres that are less expensive.

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    Default Re: Upgrading from Duster, but to what?

    Quote Originally Posted by Hooly View Post
    The Trailhawk .....

    There is no other vehicle on the market in this size crossover with low range, diff-lock and traction control. The only one that comes close would be the Freelander/ Disco Sport, but not the same 4x4 goodies though.
    Just a point of order.

    The Freelander 2 should not be compared with a Disco Sport, as it is way superior than the latter. The Disco Sport is more like a Jaguar with all wheels driven - at times.

    Your comparison should have been: Evoque/Freelander 2.
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    Quote Originally Posted by JJJ View Post
    Just a point of order.

    The Freelander 2 should not be compared with a Disco Sport, as it is way superior than the latter. The Disco Sport is more like a Jaguar with all wheels driven - at times.

    Your comparison should have been: Evoque/Freelander 2.
    I am not sure the Evoque belongs in this thread lol
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    I have just seen an article which says the fj cruiser is discontinued since 2014 in USA amd since 2017 in Japan and they released final edition now. Only 1 new one sold so far this year. Not sure it really is the best buy since discontinued across borders for so long already? Are parts the same as other Toyota models (must be though)
    Just questions and a heads up on it
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    Strange but true. It is still being manufactured in Japan but it is only exported to a couple of countries, Chile, Philippines, Middle East and SA.

    If I am not mistaken South Africa is the last RHD country to import the FJ. All the others are LHD.

    Quote Originally Posted by allandell View Post
    I have just seen an article which says the fj cruiser is discontinued since 2014 in USA amd since 2017 in Japan and they released final edition now. Only 1 new one sold so far this year. Not sure it really is the best buy since discontinued across borders for so long already? Are parts the same as other Toyota models (must be though)
    Just questions and a heads up on it
    https://www.motor1.com/news/518303/t...iser-sold-new/
    Last edited by Tom13; 2021/07/06 at 07:11 PM.
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    Quote Originally Posted by allandell View Post
    I have just seen an article which says the fj cruiser is discontinued since 2014 in USA amd since 2017 in Japan and they released final edition now. Only 1 new one sold so far this year. Not sure it really is the best buy since discontinued across borders for so long already? Are parts the same as other Toyota models (must be though)
    Just questions and a heads up on it
    https://www.motor1.com/news/518303/t...iser-sold-new/
    The FJ is essentially a 4Runner. Same engine and gearbox as the Prado 150 and Prado 120 suspension.
    Lots of parts commonality.

    As for Toyota spare parts, I still get all spares required for my 38 year old Landcruiser.
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    The issue is that once the novelty of driving an FJ wears off, you are stuck with the consumption which will be double the dusters . Before I get flamed I love the FJ but just being honest, I have that t shirt.there is just so much going for modern diesels nowadays they are no longer donkeys.
    Now a diesel FJ.........
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    Quote Originally Posted by Hamtheman View Post
    The issue is that once the novelty of driving an FJ wears off...
    Ja, but does it? Nope
    Otherwise we would all have sold our FJs after a year or 2.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Hamtheman View Post
    The issue is that once the novelty of driving an FJ wears off, you are stuck with the consumption which will be double the dusters . Before I get flamed I love the FJ but just being honest, I have that t shirt.there is just so much going for modern diesels nowadays they are no longer donkeys.
    Now a diesel FJ.........
    I think it depends on what your needs are. MY FJ does about 70% offroad time wise and 50% offroad Mileage wise, I dont think the novelty is going to wear off.

    If you are young and have to start planning for a growing family or you spend a lot of time sitting in traffic or towing heavy stuff over long distances , yes sure a diesel will probably be a better fit.

    For me , I am done with diesels except for work. I have been driving diesels for 20 years and in 2018 I changed back to petrol and I enjoy my time behind the wheel much more, I even enjoyed the anemic 2.4 Hardbody more than the 2.8 GD6.
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    Quote Originally Posted by HugoNotte View Post
    Ja, but does it? Nope
    Otherwise we would all have sold our FJs after a year or 2.
    To be fair, he might have a point when it comes to people using them in cities, I see more very clean unmodified FJ's selling than Fj's that has been properly used, if you are sitting in traffic a lot you are not really enjoying your vehicle, no matter what it is.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bex View Post
    To be fair, he might have a point when it comes to people using them in cities, I see more very clean unmodified FJ's selling than Fj's that has been properly used, if you are sitting in traffic a lot you are not really enjoying your vehicle, no matter what it is.
    I agree. Don't buy a shoe that doesn't fit you. But the OP does already do offroad trails and seems to be the outdoors type. Doesn't sound like whatever vehicle he'll decide on will stay on tar for too long.
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    Quote Originally Posted by HugoNotte View Post
    I agree. Don't buy a shoe that doesn't fit you. But the OP does already do offroad trails and seems to be the outdoors type. Doesn't sound like whatever vehicle he'll decide on will stay on tar for too long.
    That's the plan! Luckily not doing too much city driving anymore these days, what with working from home and all. I hate to admit, and it goes against almost all the advice I've received here, but got a deal on a Ranger XLT that I couldn't pass up, so have put in an OTP...

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    Quote Originally Posted by SJN View Post
    That's the plan! Luckily not doing too much city driving anymore these days, what with working from home and all. I hate to admit, and it goes against almost all the advice I've received here, but got a deal on a Ranger XLT that I couldn't pass up, so have put in an OTP...
    A good deal you say, that means you have cash left over for mods .
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    Quote Originally Posted by SJN View Post
    That's the plan! Luckily not doing too much city driving anymore these days, what with working from home and all. I hate to admit, and it goes against almost all the advice I've received here, but got a deal on a Ranger XLT that I couldn't pass up, so have put in an OTP...
    Nothing wrong with the Ranger. Add mods as you need them based on the limits you hit. Don't just add... Becomes an expensive adventure.
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