EarthCruiser will be making the 4x4 upfit for Isuzu and Fuso trucks available

[lanceatm]

Greetings All
As we continue the change to how we do things,
We will be making the 2WD to 4WD upfit available for Isuzu and Fuso to selected EarthCruiser product dealers. These will be provide as fabricated parts kits with BOM for where to source parts not supplied. Assembly instruction will also be supplied, training is available. These assemblies will transform the very reliable Isuzu or Fuso two wheel trucks into extremely capable on and off road vehicles. Tested and compliance was conducted by third party Federally approved facility in the United States to meet or exceed all safety and emission requirements including CARB.

Very best
Lance

 

[SootyCamper]

To confirm, these 4x4 conversions are only available on 132" + wheelbase for the Isuzu? Not available for the shorty 109" wheelbase Isuzu chassis.

 

[lanceatm]

To confirm, these 4x4 conversions are only available on 132" + wheelbase for the Isuzu? Not available for the shorty 109" wheelbase Isuzu chassis.

Greetings
The trick is keeping them legal. When the ISUZU/GM/FUSO have the V8 GM powertrain certified for use in there chassis they test the entire power train - radiator to tail pipe for emission compliance. So ANY modification what so ever to any of those components means recertification. No one wants to do that. Move or reroute a exhaust pipe, change a muffler or catalytic converter or alter the evap system in any way and it can be a world of pain with random check engine lights and a possible failure to pass emission inspection. The short wheel base is just two short to fit everything in without clearance problems unfortunately. I am a huge fan of the 109 wheelbase, ideal for a overland travel truck with a lot of chassis realestate in a small package. For us unfortunately we could not make it all fit and keep in between the lines of what is required. For what it is worth the 132/4 wheel base is still way more maneuverable than most pickup trucks and way better than any pick up truck with comparable chassis real estate.
Thank you for your question, sorry for the long winded answer.
Lance

 

[gator70]

I have a 4x4 Isuzu crewcab. Do you have any suggestions about the oil dip stick access?

 

[lanceatm]

I have a 4x4 Isuzu crewcab. Do you have any suggestions about the oil dip stick access?

whats the problem?

 

[gator70]

whats the problem?

I'd like to put in a non Isuzu front drivers seat

 

[lanceatm]

I'd like to put in a non Isuzu front drivers seat

look for electronic options for fluid level monitoring.

 

[GR8ADV]

look for electronic options for fluid level monitoring.

My 2004 fg has a button on the dash. Pretty accurate.

 

[lanceatm]

My 2004 fg has a button on the dash. Pretty accurate.

Some of the early diesel did and it is pretty handy, green is good, red not so good. Gotta love simple systems. The latter ones do programed fluid check pre starting from what i can remember.

 

[mog]

My 2004 fg has a button on the dash. Pretty accurate.

I was suspicious of that 'new fangled electronic magic' on my 2002 FG, but every time I verified it's reading via the dipstick it was spot on. Certainly promotes checking the oil level daily, especially for what started life as a commercial delivery truck.

 

[gator70]

I was suspicious of that 'new fangled electronic magic' on my 2002 FG, but every time I verified it's reading via the dipstick it was spot on. Certainly promotes checking the oil level daily, especially for what started life as a commercial delivery truck.

Great, explain how should do this on a GM vortec

(sorry, I don't have this knowledge)

 

[lanceatm]

Great, explain how should do this on a GM vortec

(sorry, I don't have this knowledge)

Sorry no can do, strongly suggest you get directly in touch with GM technical service help and get direction from there. This is a job for the pros, a destroyed engine is not only expensive inconvenience but a danger to others that share the road with us.
It is doable though.

 

[lanceatm]

I was suspicious of that 'new fangled electronic magic' on my 2002 FG, but every time I verified it's reading via the dipstick it was spot on. Certainly promotes checking the oil level daily, especially for what started life as a commercial delivery truck.

From what I was told it was a option in certain markets, for instance trucks we have in Aus do not offer it all the time. The thinking was tilt the cab and check the oil AND everything else while your there. I have it on our 2007 EC and love it, does make me a bit lazy though.....

 

[mog]

I was impressed with my MB1017AF, tilting cab for access to everything and a front grill that opened for access to oil, water, fluids, quick inspection

 

[gator70]

look for electronic options for fluid level monitoring.

Seems like there are ZERO options for electronic monitoring.

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While the OBDLink MX+ can be a valuable tool for monitoring various engine parameters, it cannot directly check your vehicle's oil level in the same way a traditional dipstick does.
Here's why:

• OBD-II limitations: The OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics) standard primarily provides access to emissions-related data and general engine performance parameters. Oil level sensors are not typically mandated by the OBD-II standard, and are often manufacturer-specific.
• Sensor availability: Some vehicles have oil level sensors, but not all. Even if a vehicle has an oil level sensor, the data may not be accessible through the standard OBD-II connection.

What OBDLink MX+ CAN do related to oil health:

• Read diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs): If your vehicle's check engine light illuminates due to a low oil condition or related sensor issue, the OBDLink MX+ can read the corresponding trouble code and provide you with information about the potential problem.
• Monitor oil temperature: Some vehicles, especially those with advanced engine management systems, may have an oil temperature sensor. The OBDLink MX+ can likely display this data if your vehicle provides it.
• Monitor oil pressure (limited): Some vehicles may have an oil pressure sensor that provides a basic on/off signal (indicating low pressure), but this is not a true pressure reading. The OBDLink MX+ may be able to access this limited information.
• Advanced diagnostics: If your vehicle is compatible with the OBDLink app's enhanced diagnostic support, you may be able to access manufacturer-specific data, including some related to oil pressure or temperature.

In summary:

• Don't rely on the OBDLink MX+ for checking your oil level.
• Use the traditional dipstick method to accurately check your oil level.