So, rather than wait Mar 8, 2010 · The 5th gear towing argument pretty much comes down to engineering and driver technique. 5th is still driving so I presume that's fine. Jan 23, 2006 · 5th gear by comparison runs through a much smaller side shaft with smaller gears (to get the higher speed with lower revs) & much smaller bearings. Jun 20, 2014 · It does depend on the car, and gearbox type, I'm particularly referring to the newer 6, 7 & 8 speed auto boxes. We have a TD42 lwb and tow a camper trailer, when towing on flat roads at 100-110 it is fine in 5th. Jul 28, 2011 · The 5th gear issue was addressed by Nissan in late 2002, some vehicles and gearboxes may have still been in the system for a while after that though. That 34 percent jump would be patrol only and not suit me for towing. Apr 3, 2022 · I know this topic is not new, BUT i want some opinions on towing a 1300kg Jayco camper in 5th gear. Learn why its blend of power, comfort, and stability makes it the ultimate choice for adventurous journeys. ie: What year/month of manufacture : How many km's were on it at the time: What was the driving conditions: ie towing up hill/ cruising no trailer ect: Sep 4, 2014 · My 4. 0GU and was towing a TVAN in 5th and it busted, you could hear the metal tinkering away even with the car driving in first gear, it cost him a few thousand $ Genuine Nissan Synchro Ring Suit 5th Gear in GU Manual Gearboxes. I run 33 inch tyres. Nissan replaced these under warranty, but I doubt that you'll be able to claim this with the age and mileage of the vehicle. Oct 22, 2006 · I recently had 5th gear failure on my 2000 4. I have a 2005 Nissan Patrol 4. I can understand that with a caravan, but does that also apply with a camper trailer? Jun 27, 2021 · Ok, big engine, towing a van, y60 5th gear is making a chattering noise like delaminating case hardening and chipped teeth. Very interesting to me was a (lay?) shaft from an early Nissan patrol that showed the small width gear that is often damaged by towing in 5th. If it states that you should not be towing in 5th gear, then you probably shouldn't. That is designed for cruising (constant speed and no towing/load). Reving at 3000 @ 110 is bulls##t. 2TD and I've heard that prolonged use of 5th gear when towing (say a 2t trailer) can cause long term damage to the gear box. Oct 12, 2015 · Hello All My sister has a 1999 factory TD42 ST wagon with 180kms. The patrol runs at 3500rpm in 5th and is just cruising along. Apr 13, 2016 · Hi guys, I'm wondering if anyone can recommend a quality workshop in Melbourne to rebuild my gu patrol manual gearbox. I once heard that this is a big no no, and can kill the gearbox real quick. Dec 27, 2013 · There was a batch of gearboxes in one period where the fifth gear output shaft was badly manufactured and the result was stripped output spines. 5 chevvy pushing through it. Just after other peoples feed back. Sep 17, 2006 · hi recently while out at birdsville we were talking about towing, it appears that some people refuse to get out of 4th gear. I've heard of the old spline issue on the main shaft. Feb 5, 2011 · Marks 5th gear is a must on many diesel motors with a 5th speed box. May 22, 2011 · hey guys,i am taking the ute up north in a month . At a 100km/h or less I will use 4th gear. I tow a 1. I'm getting more and more worried about towing in 5th gear after reading and hearing about the weak splines in the early GU boxes. I have a 2013 GU8 3lt CRD and have had conflicting advice about towing in 5th. Does driving in 5th. When I drove it back to her place, I noticed an issue with 5th gear. This detailed review covers its impressive V8 engine, superior towing capacity, and spacious interior. You�ll find an eclectic mix of vintage and mid-century d�cor, clocks, stoneware, art pottery, carved wood figures, natural specimens, rare books, audio gear, musi Aug 26, 2021 · TB48 towing about 3 ton and grossing about 7. I tow a 22ft caravan with camping gear 3 kids and all the kids bikes etc. Personally I'm sceptical seeing Nissan wont admit the 3 litre Dec 22, 2008 · Member - Patrol Geoff (QLD) We are heading off to Adelaide shortly and are towing a friend's (borrowed) camper trailer. TIA Jun 22, 2015 · Ok guys, just after people's first hand experiences , when you're 5th gear let go. Sep 1, 2005 · Hi, noise in fith gear is caused from labouring in fifth, eg, towing up hills and holding fifth gear not changing back to forth. I have a '02 4. All of which above 2T. Mar 9, 2009 · The weight of my trailer is between 800-1050kg max when fully loaded. Jul 29, 2022 · I have thought about a taller 5th gear. I can understand that with a caravan, but does that also apply with a camper trailer? Jun 18, 2020 · That’s comfortably below the Patrol’s rated 3500kg towing capacity and, even with a couple of burly blokes and their gear in the cabin, we were still around 1000kg below the Nissan’s 7000kg Gross Combined Mass limit.

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