You can try groups.yahoo.com. They have a couple of groups on there related
to Patrols. You need to register and they are mostly Autralian, but there
are some knowledgable people on there.

I have one and despite what the dealers try to tell you, they are quite easy
to work on. Some things you will need to make special tools for.

Cheers

Paul

Gaz

I have a Patrol Safari - only seen one other in the UK. The only place where
I have found any decent info was in Yahoo groups. Seem very popular in the
aussie bush. I bought a Gregory's workshop manual from an Australian
bookshop recommended by someone on Yahoo.

BTW does anyone know of a breakers scraping an early patrol as I only have
lap belts in the back and also would like to locate some auxiliary seats to
mount in the boot. (Drivers seat could do with replacing too)

Regards

Paul

Gaz Pike wrote:-
Does anyone here own a Nissan Patrol?  Do you know anyone who does?

Well Gaz, I own a 1992 SWB Nissan Patrol 2.8 TD. I have owned it for 5
years, with 65K miiles on purchase and currently 139K miles on clock. Engine
and running gear still in very good order, uses no water or oil, and no oil
leaks. Hydraulic tappets are a bit noisy on start up, and 5th gear has
developed a slight whine, otherwsise all OK. I use the Nissan mainly for
towing yachts up and down, and also for running to and from work daily.
Largest failure has been the clutch, which gave up at 75K, and recently some
twat poked a stick through the radiator (cost 150 cash from Nissan dealer
for a new one - very kind to me that day).

Major problem has been getting hold of spare parts. Generally, the Nissan
main dealer comes up with the goods (at a price), but certain parts are very
rare - example drag link - one piece non replacable drag link ball joints
(which is now not available) - had to resort to s/h part.

The Nissan has been extremely reliable, however I have not used it off road,
and mainly on country lanes, with little motorway use. MPG averages
around 23, but have managed 30 on long distances. I am currently considering
a newer Nissan, but spares are definitely a put off. Even Nissan have
problems with their spare parts, as many of the 1990's models came from
Spain, and the UK software for spare parts becomes bemused by European spare
parts e.g. UK Nissan parts numbers do not contrast with NISCAT the eurpoean
parts software. It is therefore highly important to see the parts you need
on a screen before purchase, as invariably you will end up with incorrect
parts if ordered over the phone. I generally digi photo parts I need and
discuss in detail at Nissan dealer before ordering - gets up their nose, but
pays if pushed for a part.

Regards,

Tom

Hi I Run A Patrol Hightop,10 Seater,4.2 Diesel,blue/silver,i Have Owned
Patrols Since 1983,i Have Been Trying To Set Up A Patrol Owners Club
For Two Years,just A Few  Enquired,tom Sharrocks Was One,i Asked If
Anyone Would Like To Help Run A Club,as I Have A 7 Day A Week Job In
The Summer,5 Days Winter,but Only 1 Response,i Go Up To Langdale Quest
Regularly,but Its Not Much Fun On Your Own,i Hope You Have Better
Luck,i Will Be A Regularvisitor To The Landy Site,thank You,mudbrute
(phil)

I have a nissan patrol 2.8 petrol on a C plate . It is a brilliant
feeling to drive one , like the old toyota landcruiser that I took to
Portugal and back. However I cannot afford to run it now and am trying
to sell it but the only people who are interested dont want to pay for
it. I dont want to scrap it because it is worth a fortune in spare
parts alone . Is anyone interested in a cheap 4x4 to do up or break for
spares ,let me know.

A Nissan owners club would be a good idear.

Trying to find Panels and Sills for my 1985 LWB Patrol is hard. I could
go to nissan but I get this stinging sensation everytime i speak to
nissan.

is there anybody who does after market sills and the like?

Can anybody help.:cool:

I will keep trying any finds and I will report back.
I cannot be the only one with this problem as experience shows that the
engines are great the body suffers.

Eddie

hi its about time some owners are trying to get something for patrol
owners,i have tried for 2 years to get a club going ,i have several
interested,quite a few names on my list,including Tom,but i cannot set
one up and run it myself i work 6/7 days in from march/november,running
a caravan site in SKEGNESS,but i am more than willing to help,CALL IT A
PASSION for patrols,ive had them from 1983,all models ,all
engines,import safaries 10 seats,5/8/9/evev a rare 12 seater,yes 2
sideways with 3 seat belts on each,i go none damagine offroading at
langdale quest at least 5 times a year,WHY not come along,i have
collected quite a few addressess,secondhand breakers etc,new
parts,would be pleased to assist or meet and have a talk,every now and
then i think what the hell,a i loose interest,AFTER ALL PATROLS ARE THE
BEST 4X4 ,SO LET SOME MORE OWNERS HAVE SOME PRIDE IN THIER PATROLS,
(WHY OWN ONE)cheers(MUDBRUTE) PHIL

Hi,

I have a patrol 2.8 TD 6 GR Touring 1998. I have also owned several
other 4X4's over the years and I have to say that this is one of the
most unburstable I have ever owned.  Bullit proof. Tows like a train,
and the exhuste note for the straight 6 is very nise.

An owners club would be very useful as there is a lack of information
regarding them as yes they do appear to be quite rare.

Regards Garthy

I try not to as I lose concentration when i'm driveing. And as it seems
that a quote is derigure,
"A good man is one, who keeps the heart of a child"

No idea  2005

got a swb y260 (mq) outside europe! Currently giving it a decoke! Off to
europe for a 12000 mile drive on may 2!

Good truck! defo up for uk owners site! Nearest good one i found, in
aus but worldwide memners was 'www.patrol4x4.com'
(http://www.patrol4x4.com) Well recommended!