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What is this discussion about? Isuzu Ascender, Isuzu Trooper, Isuzu Axiom, Isuzu Rodeo, SUV

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#403 of 421 Re: My 'vitals' [bluedevils] by chuckisuzu Feb 11, 2007 (8:20 am)
Replying to: bluedevils (Dec 21, 2000 5:10 am) Hello...I am new to this group. I am a devoted Isuzu owner who currently owns a 2007 Ascender, 2006 I-350 and a 1999 Amigo.
#405 of 421 just bought a 2004 Axiom by bren Apr 10, 2007 (5:38 pm)
Hello! I have just returned to the Isuzu family.   Yesterday I purchased a 2004 Axiom S AWD with a mere 6,000 miles. (It had been sitting on the same used car lot for more than 2 years!) I hope I got a good one because the original 3 yr bumper-to-bumper warranty expires in just over a month.   I had previously owned a 1991 Isuzu Stylus which I bought used circa 1996.   By the way, in case there are any Axiom lovers out there, check Autotrader.com... There's a red '04 Axiom S AWD with 5600 miles (and several months original warranty remaining) located in Johnson City, TN. The advertised price is $16995. A dealer in a Chicago suburb also has an identical Axiom with about 23,900 miles (warranty still good for many months -- or 'til 50K miles) for $15695. There are a few others on Autotrader.com with relatively low mileage, too.
#406 of 421 I love these forums by mglossip Nov 23, 2007 (11:10 pm)
My name is Matt from billings montana. i have a 2000 trooper ls, yes tod is sweet. ive been a 4 runner fanatic for years, but bought my trooper in january, and fell in love. nothing better on snow. ive been a little sceptical due to the lack of performance products including lift kits and what not. calmini makes the only lift kit that i can find. if you know of any others let me know. other perf products would be nice too. thanks Replies to this message: paisan (Nov 25, 2007 8:00 am) muttley1 (Dec 17, 2007 7:33 pm) atfdmike (Dec 18, 2007 4:55 am)
#407 of 421 Re: I love these forums [mglossip] by paisan Nov 25, 2007 (8:00 am)
Replying to: mglossip (Nov 23, 2007 11:10 pm) I used the Old Man EMU HD springs in the rear and upgraded torsion bars in the front to get a 2-3" lift on mine.   -mike Replies to this message: muttley1 (Dec 17, 2007 7:33 pm) atfdmike (Dec 18, 2007 4:55 am)
#408 of 421 Re: Good to be back by muttley1 Dec 17, 2007 (7:33 pm)
Replying to: paisan (Nov 25, 2007 8:00 am) Just picked up two 2002 Troopers, one 4WD for foul weather in the Mid Atlantic, with 37k, and one 2WD for Florida with 43k. Had an old two door/five speed ten years ago, perhaps a 1987 or so, that I enjoyed [obiously] despite having 93k miles and a rebuilt engine with no power. Nice to be back in the Trooper again. Appreciate all the info in the forum. Replies to this message: atfdmike (Dec 18, 2007 4:55 am)
#409 of 421 Re: Good to be back [muttley1] by atfdmike Dec 18, 2007 (4:55 am)
Replying to: muttley1 (Dec 17, 2007 7:33 pm) Muttley1, Welcome back to the Trooper fold!
#410 of 421 New Member - Troooper Lover by belaircarguy Dec 25, 2007 (4:10 am)
I just found this particular forum for Isuzu owners, although I have owned my 1996 Trooper since December 2000. Purchased it with 42,000 miles and now have 81,000 miles. It was strictly my weekend and mountain vehicle (where I needed 4x4) ------ until my 16 year old daughter got her drivers license in May 2007. She loves this vehicle ---- easy to see traffic, nice square shape so she can see the front and rear corners when parking. While I know lots of auto problems surface as cars get older, my Trooper has been excellent . I have followed most all the maintenance items, including differential oil changes, etc. Recently had new spark plugs and performance is peppier. I have only had to replace normal wear and tear items (brakes, exhaust, etc.). I did need a new thermostat and my local trusted mechanic first replaced it with an aftermarket brand. Apparently it neat not close and open exactly right and finally had to get one from the Isuzu dealer. It has worked perfectly since.   Plan on keeping this one and hopefully my 13 year old will be able to learn to drive on the Trooper in a few years. Replies to this message: muttley1 (Dec 28, 2007 9:30 pm) belaircarguy (Dec 29, 2007 3:51 am)
#411 of 421 Re: New Member - Troooper Lover [belaircarguy] by muttley1 Dec 28, 2007 (9:30 pm)
Replying to: belaircarguy (Dec 25, 2007 4:10 am) Thanks afdmike - glad to be back in the Trooper fold. Belaircarguy - like you had done, I am using a Trooper as a part time vehicle. Was wondering if you took any special precautions given the limited use. Mine is the opposite however, as I am using it in South Florida. I must say though that its a great vehicle for this purpose, as I just bought it and it is so far serving the purpose very well. Handles our luggage and three kids with ease, and rides well. We just took it to South Beach, among the many Ferraris, Lamborginis, and Bentleys (and "normal" cars), and it was not totally out of place (it is a Champagne 2002, with the BBS-style rims). Great truck. Replies to this message: belaircarguy (Dec 29, 2007 3:51 am)
#412 of 421 Re: New Member - Troooper Lover [muttley1] by belaircarguy Dec 29, 2007 (3:51 am)
Replying to: muttley1 (Dec 28, 2007 9:30 pm) Muttley1 - The only extra precaution is that I do take the Trooper to my local mechanic for service and I normally have him put it up on the lift each time and check the undercarriage. At its age, rust and other problems due to age can begin to surface, so feel good that he inspects and verifies that all is O.K. I have not had anything major go wrong, so if that happens we will see about parts availability. I have read some concerns from Trooper owners about scarce and expensive parts. Mine has leather seats and I do use a leather cream about once or twice a year to help prevent cracking (again due to age).   In looking at AutoTrader, I see lots of used Troopers with well over 100,000 miles and still strong value, so I believe it speaks well of the reliability of the vehicles.   As you are in Florida, I am sure the A/C will get used quite a bit. In all the time I have had my Trooper only needed about 1/2 pound of refrigerant added to the A/C. No leaks or other problems. A/C still ice cold!   You made a great choice in getting the Trooper!

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