I'm enjoying the videos Nick. I bought a 2nd hand 4x4 MUX recently - I went with a 2015 model as they don't have a dpf and was told by a mechanic friend that their engines are rock-solid. I just wish there were more MUXs with manual transmission in the 2nd hand market. Ended up with an auto but loving it :)
thank you for the walk around, im interested in buying a isuzu in the next few weeks, it has given me a good look around in side, and shown me all about it
i am looking to buy a mux for light 4x4 and touring for the family with two little ones. thanks for your sharing! i will consider some of your modifications. great works.
@@olecaccra5707 With a fair bit of highway driving the average goes down pretty quick. There are lots of things to factor in with fuel economy. Is yours a 2018 model? Any accessories? Tyre pressures correct? Is the guage set to L per 100km or km per L ? Do you do lots of urban or city driving? Cheers 😊👍
LowRangeNick 2018 same as yours. just the radio and aircon kept on auto. been driving to qld and back to mel but it hasn’t gone lower than 10 L/100 km. maintained psi at 40 as i felt 35 was too low on highway. done with the first adjustment at 5k at the dealership thinking it would improve but nope.
@@olecaccra5707 That seems a little high for a standard MU-X. We usually get 7-8 if we sit on the highway all day. We reset the trip meter every fill up also
Good video bud. Was very close to getting one instead of the DMAX. Must be nice having coils on all four corners, haha. Have to wait the kids are a bit older and I'll trade in the missos car for one. Keen to see how you go with it in the long run.
Great video mate looking foward to seeing you mux tackle some tricky terrain such as some washed out trails. Looking at this exact model and see them inside and out at my work but would love a home grown reveiw of its 4x4 ability. Good work with the channel mate and subscribed for more :)
Can you please provide the details of your seat covers and the middle console cover? Love them and would like to purchase them as well. Thanks in advance!
👍. Go the Isuzu. U might be the best bloke to ask. You may have mentioned this in another vid. Would you recommend (in your opinion) the Mux for a family of 7. 2 adults 5 children. ? And still do 4 wheeling like you do plus touring? Great vids by the way cheers 🍻
The mu-x is a great family vehicle that is good off-road if you do a few small modifications. The only thing that will let you down is the fuel range being only a 65l tank and the payload. Being around 600kg payload, with 7 people in the vehicle and if you modify the car you can easily go over gvm. A gvm upgrade is available but they do cost a fair bit of money to install and comply.
@@LowRangeNick. Quick reply you must be bored. Lol. Is there enough room / space for 5 kids in the mid & rear seats? Or would the rear seats be a bit cramped for the kids? I would put a long range tank & most likely a gvm upgrade.
Hey Nick, I am going to have my Mux LST in late May. I will definitely put the oil catch can in on the first day. What else do you recommend to install as early as possible so the engine could be taken care well from the very beginning. thanks in advance
Hi Nick, I fitted a catch can to my 2022 MUX (with 3700k on the odo). I recently noticed that there were oil drops on the concrete where the car is parked (car odo just over 7000k). Checked the drain valve to make sure it was closed - all ok. Checked the catch can and it was choked with oily sludge & water condensation. Have you heard of this catch can issue with new MUX's?? (or any other new modern diesels with catch cans installed) -Any suggestions on how to approach the issue??
Hey Colin, that's very common for vehicles that do lots of short trips. It's usually just a build up of condensation from the hot oil cooling down and it just collects in the catch can. Just have to clean it out at regular intervals and drain the oil.
@@LowRangeNick Thanks Nick - it sems I'll have to check it at every 1000km during it's normal daily drive routine! My other concern now, is that the oil leak appears to be coming from the half inch stainless tube that connects to the bottom of the turbo. If the clogged catch can has caused a seal to fail here, is it a case of just replacing the seal, or is it likely that the turbo may need closer inspection/repair??
@colin59 That sounds like the oil leak may be coming from the oil return line off the bottom of the turbo. It's unlikely that the catch can has caused this but it may be a reason for them to deny warranty.
Hi Nick, I am enjoying your videos. When you looked at buying the Mux did you also consider the Holden Trailblazer? Just curious as I am tossing up between these two at the moment.
Hi there! I didnt consider the holden. When i think of holden i dont really think of longevity and reliability. The holden or mitsubishi brands werent something i looked at. I am a mechanic by trade and i see all types of vehicles and 4wds. The isuzu was number 1 for price reliability and longevity. Hope that helps 😊😊😊
Pajero are ifs and irs. I like having the ifs and live coil sprung rear axle in the mux. Also the reliable 4jj1 engine and price point of the muxxy. Ive never really been a mitsubishi lover unfortunately. 😊
Some of the reasons i chose the mu-X are they dont have any issues. If you look at all the competition they all have issues in one way or another. Also its size, good fuel economy, good power and torque. Simple but modern. Isuzu have been making great motor vehicles/trucks for a long time and there known for reliability. They have great resale value and super comfortable with all of the creature comforts. Great value for money 😊👍
About 3 years ago and again 1 year ago, you made videos with a blue Jeep Wrangler Sport. Is it still running OK? How would you compare it to the Isuzu?
I ended up selling it after 6 months. It was too small for all our gear. Used about 18-22l fuel per 100km. And just didnt really end up enjoying it that much so moved on. Really capable 4wd though. The MU-X has everything i wanted and is extremely comfortable, economical and capable as an offroad tourer. 😁 cheers
Ive driven a few fortuners at work and test drove a new prado before buying the mu-x. They are pretty similar. The fortuner engine feels a bit under powered. The prado is quieter in the cabin but also costs another 20k haha The toyota 2.8l engines have lots of issues, thats what really turned me off the toyotas. The Isuzu 4jj1 is an incredibly reliable engine and has been around for ages. Also the price if the mux is great! But in the end its up to what you prefer and what you can afford. Best thing to do would be to test drive both and see how you feel about them 😊👍
Thank you for the detailed reply. Got hooked on to your videos today! Looking forward to more upgrade videos of MuX. Do make a comparison video on MuX and it's Japanese competition! Cheers!
Hey Nick, check out this video, How does yours fair out with the lift? Does the swaybar link uprights hit the spare tyre with a lift? Have you ever checked with a gopro ? th-cam.com/video/ruVK5iJPzkA/w-d-xo.html
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I'm about to buy an LSU with the eventual plan of turning in into a tourer. I'll be watching your videos for inspiration.
Awesome! That's exciting 😀
Put money down on the MUX today. Demo Tour Mate LSU. They had already put the red Isuzu badge on. I took it as a sign.
@@AnotherMatt oo thats awesome! Congrats 😀😀😀
I'm enjoying the videos Nick. I bought a 2nd hand 4x4 MUX recently - I went with a 2015 model as they don't have a dpf and was told by a mechanic friend that their engines are rock-solid. I just wish there were more MUXs with manual transmission in the 2nd hand market. Ended up with an auto but loving it :)
Thats awesome! They are great vehicles. Very reliable. It is very hard to find a manual one! When I was looking i didnt see any for sale 😯
thank you for the walk around, im interested in buying a isuzu in the next few weeks, it has given me a good look around in side, and shown me all about it
Thanks alot Brendan!
You certainly mix it up with your vehicles. Came here for the Jimny and kept watching. Good job!👍
Haha ive had a few 😊 cheers for watching
what a rig! Just watched how u install the lift kits and its very helpful.
Thanks alot : )
i am looking to buy a mux for light 4x4 and touring for the family with two little ones. thanks for your sharing! i will consider some of your modifications. great works.
Thanks Dan! I would highly recommend the mu-x 👍👍👍
7.4/100! Bloody hell. That's good
Haha Lisa had it down to 7l last week just sitting on the highway all week to work and back!
how did you get that so low? mine has been sitting at 11 since then and could only go down to 10. any tips and tricks?
@@olecaccra5707 With a fair bit of highway driving the average goes down pretty quick. There are lots of things to factor in with fuel economy. Is yours a 2018 model? Any accessories? Tyre pressures correct? Is the guage set to L per 100km or km per L ? Do you do lots of urban or city driving? Cheers 😊👍
LowRangeNick 2018 same as yours. just the radio and aircon kept on auto. been driving to qld and back to mel but it hasn’t gone lower than 10 L/100 km. maintained psi at 40 as i felt 35 was too low on highway. done with the first adjustment at 5k at the dealership thinking it would improve but nope.
@@olecaccra5707 That seems a little high for a standard MU-X. We usually get 7-8 if we sit on the highway all day. We reset the trip meter every fill up also
I like your little storage covers with the red trim.
iam considering an Isuzu over holden trailblazer. What is your opinion in terms of its engine reliability ??
thanks
Definately the Isuzu for reliability. The trailblazers have alot of issues.
Good video bud. Was very close to getting one instead of the DMAX. Must be nice having coils on all four corners, haha. Have to wait the kids are a bit older and I'll trade in the missos car for one. Keen to see how you go with it in the long run.
It sure makes it comfy having coils all round. Isuzu are making some great 4wds and im keen to get stuck into the modifications on the MU-X 😁
Great video mate looking foward to seeing you mux tackle some tricky terrain such as some washed out trails. Looking at this exact model and see them inside and out at my work but would love a home grown reveiw of its 4x4 ability. Good work with the channel mate and subscribed for more :)
Thanks alot! There will definitely be some videos coming soon testing traction control etc on some tougher stuff 😁
@@LowRangeNick awsome looking foward to it mate :) 👌👍
Can you please provide the details of your seat covers and the middle console cover? Love them and would like to purchase them as well. Thanks in advance!
👍. Go the Isuzu. U might be the best bloke to ask. You may have mentioned this in another vid. Would you recommend (in your opinion) the Mux for a family of 7. 2 adults 5 children. ? And still do 4 wheeling like you do plus touring? Great vids by the way cheers 🍻
The mu-x is a great family vehicle that is good off-road if you do a few small modifications. The only thing that will let you down is the fuel range being only a 65l tank and the payload. Being around 600kg payload, with 7 people in the vehicle and if you modify the car you can easily go over gvm. A gvm upgrade is available but they do cost a fair bit of money to install and comply.
@@LowRangeNick. Quick reply you must be bored. Lol. Is there enough room / space for 5 kids in the mid & rear seats? Or would the rear seats be a bit cramped for the kids? I would put a long range tank & most likely a gvm upgrade.
@@holden3083 yeah there is definitely enough room
@@LowRangeNick ok cheers.
Hey Nick, I am going to have my Mux LST in late May. I will definitely put the oil catch can in on the first day.
What else do you recommend to install as early as possible so the engine could be taken care well from the very beginning. thanks in advance
Hi Jason, a catch can is a good idea. The secondary fuel filters are also a good idea too.
@@LowRangeNick thanks
great video, is the Mux turbo charged and how many cylinders?
Yep its a 3.0l turbo diesel 👍
Great fuel economy Nick! But too new for" bush bashing "
Its not so much going to be a bush basher but a tourer for us. We are planning on some big cross country trips 😁
Hi Nick, I fitted a catch can to my 2022 MUX (with 3700k on the odo). I recently noticed that there were oil drops on the concrete where the car is parked (car odo just over 7000k). Checked the drain valve to make sure it was closed - all ok. Checked the catch can and it was choked with oily sludge & water condensation. Have you heard of this catch can issue with new MUX's?? (or any other new modern diesels with catch cans installed) -Any suggestions on how to approach the issue??
Hey Colin, that's very common for vehicles that do lots of short trips. It's usually just a build up of condensation from the hot oil cooling down and it just collects in the catch can. Just have to clean it out at regular intervals and drain the oil.
@@LowRangeNick Thanks Nick - it sems I'll have to check it at every 1000km during it's normal daily drive routine! My other concern now, is that the oil leak appears to be coming from the half inch stainless tube that connects to the bottom of the turbo. If the clogged catch can has caused a seal to fail here, is it a case of just replacing the seal, or is it likely that the turbo may need closer inspection/repair??
@colin59 That sounds like the oil leak may be coming from the oil return line off the bottom of the turbo. It's unlikely that the catch can has caused this but it may be a reason for them to deny warranty.
Hi Nick, I am enjoying your videos. When you looked at buying the Mux did you also consider the Holden Trailblazer? Just curious as I am tossing up between these two at the moment.
Hi there! I didnt consider the holden. When i think of holden i dont really think of longevity and reliability. The holden or mitsubishi brands werent something i looked at. I am a mechanic by trade and i see all types of vehicles and 4wds. The isuzu was number 1 for price reliability and longevity. Hope that helps 😊😊😊
@@LowRangeNick thanks for the reply Nick. That helps alot actually. Ah a mechanic by trade, that's why you make all your mods look so easy 😅
@@brycefuller1352 haha yep 😂
Are you going to install rear def locks?
yep, im going to install an E locker :)
@@LowRangeNick Just to let you know that I subscribed to your channel. Can't wait to see the installation. Thanks a lot.
@@golong1343 Awesome! Thanks alot for the sub 😁
Hi Nick, why not Pajero sport?)
Pajero are ifs and irs. I like having the ifs and live coil sprung rear axle in the mux. Also the reliable 4jj1 engine and price point of the muxxy. Ive never really been a mitsubishi lover unfortunately. 😊
May i ask why you chose the MU-X over its competitors ?
Some of the reasons i chose the mu-X are they dont have any issues. If you look at all the competition they all have issues in one way or another. Also its size, good fuel economy, good power and torque. Simple but modern. Isuzu have been making great motor vehicles/trucks for a long time and there known for reliability. They have great resale value and super comfortable with all of the creature comforts. Great value for money 😊👍
@@LowRangeNick thanks for the response
About 3 years ago and again 1 year ago, you made videos with a blue Jeep Wrangler Sport. Is it still running OK?
How would you compare it to the Isuzu?
I ended up selling it after 6 months. It was too small for all our gear. Used about 18-22l fuel per 100km. And just didnt really end up enjoying it that much so moved on. Really capable 4wd though. The MU-X has everything i wanted and is extremely comfortable, economical and capable as an offroad tourer. 😁 cheers
How do you compare it to toyota fortuner?
Ive driven a few fortuners at work and test drove a new prado before buying the mu-x. They are pretty similar. The fortuner engine feels a bit under powered. The prado is quieter in the cabin but also costs another 20k haha The toyota 2.8l engines have lots of issues, thats what really turned me off the toyotas. The Isuzu 4jj1 is an incredibly reliable engine and has been around for ages. Also the price if the mux is great! But in the end its up to what you prefer and what you can afford. Best thing to do would be to test drive both and see how you feel about them 😊👍
Thank you for the detailed reply. Got hooked on to your videos today! Looking forward to more upgrade videos of MuX. Do make a comparison video on MuX and it's Japanese competition! Cheers!
hi Nick..care to share several common issues for the 2.8L fortuner engine?
what happened to the cruiser
Hey mate! I ended up selling it last week. Upgraded to the mighty MU-X 😁👍
@@LowRangeNick Traitor!
Hey Nick, check out this video, How does yours fair out with the lift? Does the swaybar link uprights hit the spare tyre with a lift? Have you ever checked with a gopro ? th-cam.com/video/ruVK5iJPzkA/w-d-xo.html