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Originally posted by Snouto View PostTest drove a kakadu today, could feel the benefit of sports+ mode - quicker from the line and holds gears until higher revs. Would image it’s quite useful when overtaking on motorways. Kdss was a little more difficult to notice given I was just going around local roads but it did feel more precise coming out of a roundabout when in sports mode.
Just have to now try and strike a deal, which isn’t going to be easy at the beginning of the month.
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Originally posted by bigowenb View PostImo the KDSS works much better with the coil springs that my previous VX had as compared the my new Kakadu's air suspension. I've noticed the Kakadu is much 'softer' in the rear with more body roll in normal mode.....the S+ firms it up like my old VX.
The S+ mode felt good. I'm not sure it's worth $11k more (if i can do a deal) but obviously it's not all the kaka has over the vx
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Originally posted by Snouto View PostSo did that mean your old VX couldnt raise or lower the suspension height as you can do in the new kaka?
The S+ mode felt good. I'm not sure it's worth $11k more (if i can do a deal) but obviously it's not all the kaka has over the vxLast edited by bigowenb; 03-12-2017, 10:58 AM.
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Originally posted by Snouto View PostI believe it's only the kaka that has drive select switches, unless I've missed something.
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Originally posted by bigowenb View PostThey are 2 different things.....all automatic models (including Kakadu) allow you to select 'S' mode on the transmission lever. To do this you select 'D' to drive then you can move the lever to the right to select 'S' mode. This allows you to 'hold' any gear by moving the lever '+' or '-'. For example if you want to overtake with better acceleration you might want to 'hold' the transmission in 4th or 5th gear......whereas the Drive Select Mode buttons are exclusive to the new Kakadu and i believe the 'S' and 'S+' mode here alters the engine and transmission mapping.Last edited by Snouto; 03-12-2017, 01:15 PM.
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Originally posted by tempestv8 View PostThe MY18 Kakadu doesn't have anymore power than the lower spec/badge models, right? It's just gearbox programming (and adaptive suspension) that is different, but not actual engine output.
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Originally posted by hummys View PostAnyone know any info on aftermarket bullbars that are available for the new model?
Talking to my local ARB, it'll be 4-6months before theirs gets developed and on the market.
Not real keen on the toyota types - looks flimsy and the alloys are a nightmare to cleanCheers, Leon
There's no such thing as a wrong turn... it's just the scenic route!
1998 VX Grande 95... gone, 2008 GXL 120... almost gone... 2017 GXL 150... blank canvas
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hey guys first time poster here and first time Diesel owner to go with first time 4x4 owner ..........not looking good for me is it hahah anyway just bought a 2018 GXL and have ZERO idea on what i should do straight away with things like EGR delete or pre filters .....
basic research did show there's a myriad of options and useful aftermarket hardware that people fit almost like it should of been done from factory but i suppose my question is, isn't the vehicle good enough from factory or are these things really needed ?
thanks in advance and feel free to point out that i didn't stump up for the Kakadu lol[SIZE=5][/SIZE]...JD TUNING ADELAIDE...
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From the factory, the Prado is a great vehicle. You could drive it off the showroom floor and across the Simpson if you want (it will need a flag, though). But a second battery, roof racks, bull bars, lights, UHF, seat covers, etc all make it easier/better.2016 Crystal Pearl Auto VX 2.8, TJM Bar, Safari Snorkel, Cooper AT/3, OME 50mm lift, Dual batts
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