Here are a few things that have saved me from bad vehicles........ 1. Bluedriver scan tool, quick look for trouble codes that are not shown or if everything is running right. Also can fit in your pocket and hooks to your phone, sneaked that into a few auction looks and saved me from bad vehicles. 2. A small screwdriver or even one with a rubber cover, tap the frame and also some areas that are prone to rust, easy way to tell if its solid or has a possible cover up 3. Thermal gun or simple camera of that type, mainly to make sure that every cylinder is firing and also make sure it is running right and flowing water correctly 4. This is another important one, CHECK THE WIRING! If you are finding a lot of cut wires in areas, stay away from that vehicle. Nothing sucks worse than trying to undo a previous owners work, that can take out the entire harness which can get expensive. 5. Double check the VIN as well, a quick search can easily expose a few things from wrecks to even if its stolen.
The wiring is 100% a big one, cannot agree with you more. It's an item that can be easily overlooked, but can cause some serious headaches, and in 4wds (especially older ones but newer ones too) it is quite common for sketchy wiring to exist. I got lucky with my patrol but not so much with my project street car, so make sure to double check it 👌
@@bartbug1 you can purchase the tools pretty cheap online, and they normally require an app to use. Just be aware that some apps have extra features for certain manufacturers (such as the ability to properly read and interpret codes) that are locked by in-app purchases, so some research is recommended
I’ve taken an OBD2 scanner a couple of times. Even if no lights come up, sometimes you can use them to get a better reading of vitals to help find any issues
2yrs ago I bought a used Auto PK Ranger privately, seller gave me a fake invoice from a family friend that advised the glow plugs needed replacing and that's why it would take a while to turn over. Every part in the engine bay has been replaced now and it's had a full manual conversion after the auto failed. I've spent twice as much as I bought it for but can't get rid of it because it's on finance.
I'd also look at online forums for common problems. Specific engines or transmissions may be best to avoid. Like a Nissan with a CVT or a Ford with the "powershit" DCT for example (obviously not 4wds)
Good advice thanks Jesse 👍 haven't seen you for ages mate I guess you're not full time like Shaun'o and Graham 😅 happy travels and hopefully we'll see you soon
12v accessors and wiring to main battery, fused correctly, everything works as should and charges correctly, your not gonna park the car for 3 days and have a dead battery been caught twice from accessors drawing power when cars off and not realizing as would drive car every day, could bring and voltage meter with a dc clamp for measuring current on cables. just a thought as is a bit of a head fuk
I bought a used Subaru once. The dealership had just put a brand new turbo on so I thought it was good. But actually, the whole engine needed a rebuild a few months later.
This is what it's like for us watching any American tutorials except it's like America thinks it's the only country in the world. Channels fine, we don't have enough tech social media here. Theres 2million channels already on your yank tanks
A lot of dealerships won't let customers choose a mechanic to inspect it. Instead, they will only allow inspections from a select few vehicle inspectors.
Just come from an auction viewing now where this is done. They Auction site was not very helpful either left me feeling I shouldn't be there so I left.
A comprehensive useful guide for 4X4 vehicles. Nothing similar around. I just checked my own rig. Thank you Jesse. More tips will be highly appreciated mate.
Well, I am in need of some information from my Aussie pales. I'm looking to get a Ranger and since it's a drive by wire type. Could I get cost information for a dash that's made for right-hand drive from the version of the Ranger there? Looking to use for delivering mail as it will be a great 4WD for some of my work but also awesome to get back on the trails for going off-road.
The BEST KEPT SECRET to scoring a Bargain - Ex Mining 4X4s 👌🏼 , x1000s to choose from cheap ex fleet, regularly serviced , well looked after etc .. few red dirt stains but ignore that and all will be fine! 👌🏼 😏🤣😁
The gamble is engine hours vs KM, and which mine and where on the lease it was used (some have extreme salt exposure due to the type of rock processed)
12ht or turbo 2h? Its its a turbo 2h the EDIC motor is common fault. If its a 12ht it could be the vacuum butterfly in the intake that closes to shut off the engine.
@@Indy.lam351 check the rh side of the engine the edic motor is located there. There should be a rod that connects to the fuel pump. When you start the engine it should move back and then to the middle position once it's running. When you turn the key off it should move forwards to the stop position. Check it's working properly first, then if it's not you need to work out if it's the board that controls it or the edic motor itself. There's heaps of info online about how to rectify it
So do you guys in Australia call the FRAME, the CHASSI? Just wanted to understand if this is a cultural difference, because Jessie kept pointing at the frame and video kept showing the frame but the words "chassi" was repeated?
Good solid vehicles. Not as capable or with as many mods as a Hilux for instance, but for what most people are realistically going to do it's going to more than do the job.
Commonrail is not a issue at all. It’s the environmental stuff that’s the problem, and those are more prevalent on diesels from the commonrail era. Some modern diesels are at least as reliable as the legendary older diesels when you delete all the crap from them. And just like it used to, some diesel engines are just pieces of crap. But we have forgotten those unreliable turds and still remember the legends.
I start by looking at the seatbelt to see what type of driving it's done if it's frayed it's most likely done. A lot of stop start which might not be good for a high km vehicle
I'm not all that familiar with Grays Auction or what's allowed at car auction lots, but do they leave the keys inside the vehicles? And are you allowed to start and slightly put them in gear (as shown)?
We keep the keys safe, but you can come in and sign them out for any vehicle that you want to inspect. Yes, you can start and slightly put them in gear as Jesse shows in the video 😀
@@4WD247 I was thinking about the n70 because I am getting my learners towards the end of the year ms I wanted to do a manual car since I wouldn’t have to get another license for manual if I did automatic and it is way cheaper than the n80 still being reliable. I was thinking about these specific cars because it is my dream to own a 4x4 and go 4wding with it, What do you guys think should I push forward with my idea or do you guys recommend something else? Would very much appreciate any feedback.
No offense to the Aussie utes but people would be much better off with a "ute" sporting the golden bow tie or the three big red letters on the grille, especially around the 1999-2004 year models. Great vehicles I must say.
Sometimes a car that has a long list of things recently replaced says more about the owner than anything else. If you’ve managed to kill an engine or transmission on a ten year old Hilux, I am not buying a car from you.
Thanks this is really helpful! I'm looking at buying a used 4WD currently (for the first time) and I don't really know all that much about cars in general let alone 4WDs....other than what I've learned from you guys, and watching your ripper show - which is also the reason I feel the necessity to buy at 4WD! So thanks for your inspiration, and for your tips! LOVE the show! 🫶
Hey brother, how do Mitsubishis run over there in that part of the world? Because here in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 they are no good, no power and the engine parts are like glass 😂😂 😂😂😂
