# Latest **URL:** https://forum.isuzunation.com/latest.md [Latest](https://forum.isuzunation.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.isuzunation.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.isuzunation.com/tags.md) --- ## [Welcome to Isuzu Nation! 👋](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/welcome-to-isuzu-nation/5)
**Author:** [@system](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2026, 2:36am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/welcome-to-isuzu-nation/5 "2026-06-27T02:36:59Z")
We are so glad you joined us. Isuzu Nation The best Isuzu enthusiast forum — tech help, builds, troubleshooting, engine & diesel swaps, and a member marketplace for the Trooper, Rodeo, Amigo, VehiCROSS, D-Max & more. … --- ## [Removing Mua5 bellhousing to swap patterns](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/removing-mua5-bellhousing-to-swap-patterns/372)
**Author:** [@lorenzo816](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/lorenzo816)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 3:14am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/removing-mua5-bellhousing-to-swap-patterns/372 "2026-10-26T03:14:47Z")
Yes, it can be done. People say you can’t remove the bell. Yes you can. It is not a distinct separate bell, rather a whole 1/3 that covers the entire 5 speed gear assembly. I don’t remember any threads on the planet tha… --- ## [Gen I Trooper 4-door Rear/Side Window Rubber Seals](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/gen-i-trooper-4-door-rear-side-window-rubber-seals/357)
**Author:** [@EdMc34ZuZu](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/EdMc34ZuZu)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 11:25pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/gen-i-trooper-4-door-rear-side-window-rubber-seals/357 "2026-10-25T23:25:50Z")
Anyone know of a source for the rubber seals on the 2 Barn Door windows and the Driver’s and Passenger’s side rear (fixed) windows? I’m considering getting my 3.4 LS Trooper painted, and all 4 of those windows really ne… --- ## [99 Users!](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/99-users/385)
**Author:** [@EdMc34ZuZu](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/EdMc34ZuZu)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 1:26pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/99-users/385 "2026-10-25T13:26:34Z")
Woo Hoo! Are we going to have a celebration when we get to 100?! Go Isuzu Nation!!! :fireworks: --- ## [Question about Gen I Trooper / P'up Heater Core](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/question-about-gen-i-trooper-pup-heater-core/351)
**Author:** [@gruff54](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/gruff54)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 12:01pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/question-about-gen-i-trooper-pup-heater-core/351 "2026-10-25T12:01:36Z")
I found a puddle of coolant in floorboard of my Trooper. Assumed it was the heater core so pulled it out for replacement. It looked fine with no obvious place it could leak. I pressure tested it to see where it was leaki… --- ## [Orange Post Button Madness!](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/orange-post-button-madness/383)
**Author:** [@EdMc34ZuZu](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/EdMc34ZuZu)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 10:50pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/orange-post-button-madness/383 "2026-10-24T22:50:15Z")
OK, can anyone 'splain to me why, when I’m doing a reply, the “Orange Post” button is sitting Smack Dab over the “Reply” button! I don’t like it there, it could be anywhere else where there’s an open spot, and not bothe… --- ## [EdMcZuZu34](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/edmczuzu34/71)
**Author:** [@EdMc34ZuZu](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/EdMc34ZuZu)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 8:24am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/edmczuzu34/71 "2026-10-24T08:24:52Z")
EdMc in another life! Hard to believe 23 years at the Planet, down the drain! Thanks to all whose hard work went into this site. Suggestion: I note there doesn’t seem to be a Preview option. Also, the small dialog b… --- ## [Does this look like the correct internal seal for 4ZE1 Distributor?](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/does-this-look-like-the-correct-internal-seal-for-4ze1-distributor/382)
**Author:** [@Getsducks](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/Getsducks)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 11:24pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/does-this-look-like-the-correct-internal-seal-for-4ze1-distributor/382 "2026-10-22T23:24:35Z")
Having issues with a little stumble. Not the beers lol. I have an internal oil leak in the dizzy. I’ve got another dizzy here somewhere I’m thinking of installing to see if it helps. I’ve got a light film of oil showing … --- ## [3.1 4jg2 fueling issue on bighorn (trooper)](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/3-1-4jg2-fueling-issue-on-bighorn-trooper/355)
**Author:** [@jhill](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/jhill)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 3:44pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/3-1-4jg2-fueling-issue-on-bighorn-trooper/355 "2026-10-22T15:44:47Z")
Hi everyone. I’m sure this has been asked many times before. 1995 Bighorn handling by Lotus edition, I believe EFI. has an issue where it will rev up before stalling out. Seems to happen intermittently. In my research… --- ## [1989 Spacecab 2WD, Very Nice! $6500 (Beaverton, OR)](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/1989-spacecab-2wd-very-nice-6500-beaverton-or/376)
**Author:** [@EdMc34ZuZu](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/EdMc34ZuZu)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 5:21am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/1989-spacecab-2wd-very-nice-6500-beaverton-or/376 "2026-10-22T05:21:12Z")
This looks as nice (or nicer) as/than my old '89 Spacecab 4x4 did, over 20 years ago! Super-rare canopy, it only fits the length of a Spacecab bed. I had one on mine and sold it. To bad it’s not a 4x4!! Very clean int… --- ## ['91 Trooper 2.8v6-G180Z swap?](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/91-trooper-2-8v6-g180z-swap/258)
**Author:** [@WiiWheel](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/WiiWheel)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 9:13pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/91-trooper-2-8v6-g180z-swap/258 "2026-10-21T21:13:52Z")
91’ Trooper with the woeful 2.8v6. I know this engine isnt the end of the world, but it was already pretty tired when the efi died and the carb swap never got finished. Im finally getting back around to it soon, but cons… --- ## [Anybody here in to drones? Need advice before I pull the trigger](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/anybody-here-in-to-drones-need-advice-before-i-pull-the-trigger/380)
**Author:** [@brookstroutr](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/brookstroutr)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 1:24pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/anybody-here-in-to-drones-need-advice-before-i-pull-the-trigger/380 "2026-10-21T13:24:06Z")
Any body here good with drones? I am looking in to getting one to use here and could use some guidance on which way to go. I want to get a starter kit and not throw a ton of bucks out until getting familiar with them. I … --- ## [Building the smoothest shifting Mua5 ever](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/building-the-smoothest-shifting-mua5-ever/374)
**Author:** [@lorenzo816](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/lorenzo816)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 9:06pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/building-the-smoothest-shifting-mua5-ever/374 "2026-10-20T21:06:21Z")
This all started because I noticed or forgot that not all 4wd clusters on the mua5 had synchros. Well, good thing I have a stockpile of parts. I decided that while I was in here doing the Revo 3:1 on the Mua5, that I wo… --- ## [PUFFIN EXPEDITION: 1986 Isuzu Trooper 4ZD1: Part 2](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/puffin-expedition-1986-isuzu-trooper-4zd1-part-2/377)
**Author:** [@Blue\_Skies](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/Blue_Skies)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 3:48am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/puffin-expedition-1986-isuzu-trooper-4zd1-part-2/377 "2026-10-20T03:48:46Z")
Time to bring things up to speed! Bought a 1986 Trooper that had been sitting in a field for over 10 years and was sold for scrap. A cool dude with a ton of projects already saw potential and took it home with him befor… --- ## [Installing 3:1 reduction Revo 4 low gears in an automatic transfer case - installing tera lows](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/installing-3-1-reduction-revo-4-low-gears-in-an-automatic-transfer-case-installing-tera-lows/362)
**Author:** [@lorenzo816](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/lorenzo816)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 11:57pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/installing-3-1-reduction-revo-4-low-gears-in-an-automatic-transfer-case-installing-tera-lows/362 "2026-10-19T23:57:23Z")
Attempt at your own risk. I am not responsible for your incidents. Tool and parts list not supplied here. If you’re handy enough, you’ll figure it out. If you don’t have some of these critical tools, there are no substi… --- ## [Who are the remaining “good” Head companies?](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/who-are-the-remaining-good-head-companies/369)
**Author:** [@lorenzo816](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/lorenzo816)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 4:03pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/who-are-the-remaining-good-head-companies/369 "2026-10-19T16:03:43Z")
Guys, there used to be King and then Clearwater head company that we trusted to get heads from. Who’s left now? --- ## [Throttle in A Bottle](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/throttle-in-a-bottle/273)
**Author:** [@AuDmax](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/AuDmax)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2026, 2:07pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/throttle-in-a-bottle/273 "2026-10-18T14:07:39Z")
Ive been getting everything together to throw a turbo on this thing.. But, by chance I came across an empty N²0 bottle.. But it wasn’t a bottle that you would see in some Medical situation nor one that you would commo… --- ## [Slammed TF Spacecab Tipper at Damn Festival](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/slammed-tf-spacecab-tipper-at-damn-festival/373)
**Author:** [@AuDmax](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/AuDmax)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2026, 1:27pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/slammed-tf-spacecab-tipper-at-damn-festival/373 "2026-10-18T13:27:48Z")
Damfest 26.. An annual community festival at a Dam. They have everything. Facepainting, rides, food trucks everywhere, Chainsaw fun, A Car Show that has a pretty awsome turn out and a Swap Meet I really wish I had of… --- ## [4JG2 to AW30-40 transmission question](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/4jg2-to-aw30-40-transmission-question/368)
**Author:** [@Mhamari](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/Mhamari)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2026, 12:56am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/4jg2-to-aw30-40-transmission-question/368 "2026-10-18T00:56:35Z")
I’m ready to stab the transmission into the engine when I realized there are no alignment pins or dowels or barrels on either the transmission or the engine. The interwebs say they must have them and are critical but no … --- ## [Isuzu Timing Belt & Cam-Timing Guide](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/isuzu-timing-belt-cam-timing-guide/163)
**Author:** [@Cooltrainersamson](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/Cooltrainersamson)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 11:46pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/isuzu-timing-belt-cam-timing-guide/163 "2026-10-17T23:46:37Z")
A consolidated guide distilled from years of owner and DIY troubleshooting shared online, built largely on the write-ups of “Jerry” (JLEMOND), a former Isuzu factory technician and trainer widely regarded online as the a… --- ## ['88 Trooper LS - Senatobia, MS](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/88-trooper-ls-senatobia-ms/371)
**Author:** [@JoeIsuzu](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/JoeIsuzu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 11:13pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/88-trooper-ls-senatobia-ms/371 "2026-10-17T23:13:31Z")
Not mine, it just appeared in my FB marketplace feed. 1888 Trooper LS - $3,800 --- ## [Winch bumper?](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/winch-bumper/359)
**Author:** [@Missuzu](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/Missuzu)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 4:39pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/winch-bumper/359 "2026-10-17T16:39:49Z")
I am looking for a winch bumper or brush guard for my 2004 Isuzu Rodeo and wouldn’t mind a 4" lift as well. Where do folks find them? Links are always appreciated. --- ## [2.6 carb swap thread](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/2-6-carb-swap-thread/267)
**Author:** [@Rumena](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/Rumena)\ **Replies:** 97\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 9:35am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/2-6-carb-swap-thread/267 "2026-10-17T09:35:21Z")
Starting a new thread for my carb swap. previously: The amigo stopped starting :( Today i got my hands on a distributor. there was one in a yard pretty close to me. its pretty gross and needs a cleaning before i do any… --- ## [The build continues!](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/the-build-continues/113)
**Author:** [@Fvscope](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/Fvscope)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 9:27am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/the-build-continues/113 "2026-10-17T09:27:12Z")
Ok I guess I gotta start new one for jeep. Quick summary, bought it 109k miles jacked up on 35s with a cheap lift and a handful of problems, bunch pf places it could be improved. see image Well, it’s been lil bit ove… --- ## ["Startmycar.com"](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/startmycar-com/365)
**Author:** [@AuDmax](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/AuDmax)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2026, 5:03am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/startmycar-com/365 "2026-10-16T05:03:27Z")
Stumbled across this site while death scrolling on FB.. startmycar.com Has a cool interactive fusebox thing. --- ## [Looked away for just a second](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/looked-away-for-just-a-second/318)
**Author:** [@Getsducks](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/Getsducks)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2026, 11:37pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/looked-away-for-just-a-second/318 "2026-10-15T23:37:08Z")
Well like the heading says. Dang 1st gear 4WL on a flat track. I did get 6 grouse for the doggo. Only cosmetic. Really just my pride was hurt. Here’s what it looks like after robbing some parts off my non running … --- ## [How its going today...timing cover edition](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/how-its-going-today-timing-cover-edition/366)
**Author:** [@psycoreefer](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/psycoreefer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2026, 3:04am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/how-its-going-today-timing-cover-edition/366 "2026-10-15T03:04:59Z")
Well, started my drive to work with a few drips of coolant, made it half way before everything had leaked out, so now I’m replacing my timing cover gasket… --- ## [Isuzu vehicross with Supercharger in GA](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/isuzu-vehicross-with-supercharger-in-ga/364)
**Author:** [@lorenzo816](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/lorenzo816)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 12:43am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/isuzu-vehicross-with-supercharger-in-ga/364 "2026-10-14T00:43:35Z")
Look on fb for Norcross GA area for this 8500 dollars I wish I was in the market --- ## [Issues with 93 rodeo heater core](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/issues-with-93-rodeo-heater-core/363)
**Author:** [@ratvespa](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/ratvespa)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2026, 3:16pm UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/issues-with-93-rodeo-heater-core/363 "2026-10-13T15:16:33Z")
Before you post, fill this in — it gets you answers faster: Year:1993 Model:rodeo Engine:3.2 Transmission:5mt What changed recently (if anything):heater core Symptoms / what it’s doing:leaking from fittings Codes (if a… --- ## [What Are You Listening To?](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/what-are-you-listening-to/65)
**Author:** [@Cooltrainersamson](https://forum.isuzunation.com/u/Cooltrainersamson)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2026, 2:42am UTC](https://forum.isuzunation.com/t/what-are-you-listening-to/65 "2026-10-13T02:42:51Z")
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