pezz wrote:
striker99 wrote:
Now if only they would make a lwb trayback diesel model :p
fixed it for you
FIFY
*waits for Steve*
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| Author: | Mike57 [ Fri May 09, 2014 8:14 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
According to the May edition of Wheels magazine (small note on page 172) the Jimny will be back on sale in Australia with stability control by the end of 2014. |
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| Author: | striker99 [ Sun May 11, 2014 8:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
Now if only they would make a diesel model :p |
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| Author: | pezz [ Sun May 11, 2014 9:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
striker99 wrote: Now if only they would make a lwb diesel model :p fixed it for you |
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| Author: | sideways [ Mon May 12, 2014 4:06 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
pezz wrote: striker99 wrote: Now if only they would make a lwb trayback diesel model :p fixed it for you FIFY *waits for Steve*
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| Author: | Marko_SJ [ Mon May 12, 2014 4:12 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
I'd probably be happy with a tray back petrol, leaf rear end. Only options I'd want are power steer and A/C. Would work so flaming well for me. |
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| Author: | striker99 [ Mon May 12, 2014 4:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
pezz wrote: striker99 wrote: Now if only they would make a lwb diesel model :p fixed it for you hmm, and perhaps a 60L+ fuel tank would be good... |
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| Author: | madmacca [ Mon May 12, 2014 4:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
is a V6 Turbo too much to ask 
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| Author: | tanshi [ Mon May 12, 2014 4:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
does it still look like a jimny? |
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| Author: | striker99 [ Mon May 12, 2014 5:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
http://www.caradvice.com.au/251027/suzu ... ion-jimny/ ... A few other websites seem to be saying the same thing... it will be replaced....? |
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| Author: | henno [ Mon May 12, 2014 5:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
tanshi wrote: does it still wobble like a jimny? Fixed. |
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| Author: | Mike57 [ Mon May 12, 2014 5:21 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
I will bet that none of that concept car stuff happens and they just put stability control into the model they have now. |
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| Author: | vet 180 [ Mon May 12, 2014 6:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
Here in Dubai we still have the jimney for the only delelopments over the years is a slightly different front grille and bonnet scoop. What Suzuki need to do it sell it with the m18 standard I am sure they still have the tooling for the engine and not much needs to be changed. |
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| Author: | Gwagensteve [ Mon May 12, 2014 7:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
I'd agree Mike. Suzuki don't sell enough of them to do anything other than spend the minimum $$. vet180 - Have a good think through that. M13 62kw, 110Nm M18 92Kw, 170 Nm No manufacturer will increase power 50% and torque 60% and retain the same driveline. The gearbox, transfer case, and diffs aren't intended for that much power or torque. Neither is the vehicle's dynamics. Breakage and expensive warranty repair would become common. Car manufacturers are generally risk averse (especially suzuki, who are a very conservative manufacturer) so there's abolsutely no chance of that much power in a Jimny as we know it. Steve. |
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| Author: | zukenutter [ Mon May 12, 2014 8:27 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
I always thought that a 1.5 would have made for a great all round package, especially for the Australian market with our open road motoring |
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| Author: | Gwagensteve [ Mon May 12, 2014 8:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
I'd agree ZN - I think that would have been the better choice and would cost Suzuki almost nothing to engineer. I'm sure they have their reasons. Steve. |
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| Author: | zukenutter [ Mon May 12, 2014 9:00 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
That said I am enjoying the 1.8, makes for a fun Jimny. I can feel a lot more vibration through the driveline during heavy acceleration though. |
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| Author: | chris77 [ Tue May 13, 2014 4:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
Chopped up ute sold through the NZ dealers  Has a 200mm chassis extension. Was on someones wish list , agree the m15 would be a good chane also |
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| Author: | jake84 [ Wed May 14, 2014 8:38 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
Marko_SJ wrote: I'd probably be happy with a tray back petrol, leaf rear end. Only options I'd want are power steer and A/C. Would work so flaming well for me. that would be great im even thinking of getting the jimny cut in to a tray back down the line hopefully end of next year |
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| Author: | zukenutter [ Wed May 14, 2014 9:20 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
There was a guy doing ute chops to Jimnys in Queensland a few years ago, he was extending the chassis too. Haven't seen anything for a while though. |
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| Author: | Gwagensteve [ Wed May 14, 2014 9:42 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
Imagine the payload! |
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| Author: | zukenutter [ Wed May 14, 2014 10:45 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
bale of hay |
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| Author: | Gwagensteve [ Wed May 14, 2014 10:56 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
If you're lucky. |
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| Author: | sideways [ Wed May 14, 2014 11:15 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
A small one, provided a blow up doll full of helium is driving. |
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| Author: | shep [ Wed May 14, 2014 11:35 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
If the chassis is being refabricated it wouldn't be much of a issue to change the cars GVM. Having said that I wouldn't be suprised if the new jimny is a rebadged SX4 |
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| Author: | Gwagensteve [ Wed May 14, 2014 11:51 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
Assuming chassis strength is the limiting factor, not wheel bearings, axle housings, spring mounts, brakes, abs and esp function at the new GVM had nothing to do with it. Steve. |
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| Author: | Marko_SJ [ Wed May 14, 2014 11:55 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
Plenty of people happy with the old sierra tray backs. I know of a fella that bought a whole heap of Marutis to transport dead animals he shot to his knacker plant, all he did was up rate the leaf springs. He used larger 4x4s as well but for some tasks he preferred the Suzukis (for places the cruisers wouldn't go) None of them broke and he still has and uses one. Not all of us carry around anvils for a living. All it would need to do is carry around all my maintenance supplies, which are bulky and don't fit well in a small wagon, yet aren't all that heavy. A Jimny LWB tray would not be that bad, it would be a reliable tray back for the same cost as a great wall, it would be off the ground a bit and be more rugged than say a commodore ute (which I use currently) and be almost as efficient (on a cheaper fuel) as the diesel utes. To be honest it wouldn't even need power steer and I'd buy one. |
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| Author: | vet 180 [ Wed May 14, 2014 7:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
Gwagensteve wrote: I'd agree Mike. Suzuki don't sell enough of them to do anything other than spend the minimum $$. vet180 - Have a good think through that. M13 62kw, 110Nm M18 92Kw, 170 Nm No manufacturer will increase power 50% and torque 60% and retain the same driveline. The gearbox, transfer case, and diffs aren't intended for that much power or torque. Neither is the vehicle's dynamics. Breakage and expensive warranty repair would become common. Car manufacturers are generally risk averse (especially suzuki, who are a very conservative manufacturer) so there's abolsutely no chance of that much power in a Jimny as we know it. Steve. Agreed, however the vitata did run v6 power and torque through a cheese alloy front diff..... I would hazard a guess that the jimney diffs are stronger. But yeah a 1.5 would also be a good choice. I also think the 1.3 is ideal in countries where you get taxed on hp and engine size. But for many countries the option of the 1.5 would be good |
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| Author: | flappist [ Sat May 17, 2014 9:57 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
And bring back the ragtop I don't want to "bought a jeep".... |
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| Author: | Rhinoman [ Sun May 18, 2014 3:10 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
That iV-4 is a lot bigger than a Jimny and its a clutch plate (Haldex) type AWD so I wouldn't want to push that off-road on bigger tyres. |
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| Author: | joel [ Sat May 24, 2014 3:12 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Jimny Returns at end of 2014 |
that concept is gaaaaaaaaaaaaayyyaah |
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