Well, I have just under 50k clicks on this bad boy since I got it last December (08). I did the rear discs and pads when I got it, as well as the tailpipe. Since then, aside from a few mods, I have done the glowplugs, and the fuel injectors. That's it. This truck has been very good to me. I have a block heater sitting on my bench but haven't felt too pressured to put it in yet. I often forget to plug it in, and have started it easily (unplugged all night) at -20*C, with no troubles at all. Fuel econ is averaging just over 11L/100km. Not super, but not bad for a heavy, aerodynamically challenged rig. We've had a fair bit of adverse weather so far this winter, so I've spent weeks at a time in AWD.

Needless to say, I'm really happy with this rig. This one is a keeper. I really need a locker in the back and a winch in the bumper, but otherwise this truck is perfect for my needs. I'm *planning* to hang onto it for four years or so if possible (but you know me), at which time I *might* look at a genIII with the 4M41? They are legal for import in 2014 or so... we'll see.

I need to do some maintenance soon, like belts, thermostat, coolant, diff fluid, etc., but in terms of reliability, this thing has been great so far. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />

I so badly need ot find a 4m40. I keep hearing reporsts like this about them and it doesnt help any at all. Lemme know if you see any around in need of a good home Ill take care of it real nice like <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Glad to hear its being good for ya.

Glad to here your truck is treating you well. The 4m41 <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/scared.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />you know you'll buy one <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />

I want one just for the easy winter starts! Is yours garaged all the time though? I wonder if that's going to make a huge difference. Mine sits outside and does not like to run if it's too cold out. Plugged in is a must.

I can't complain though, my 4D56 has been very reliable and it's been nearly 4 years! I still need to get to Airdrie for that AC unit Phil!

I have no complaints with mine starting in the cold...and I still don't have a block heater installed. it chugs and farts a bit but its ALOT better than it has been in the previous winters, used to take me about 5 tries to get it to stay idling but now its 1 or 2 tries at most. I still have love for the 4D56. I change my timing belts when they are due...unlike phil!! hahahaha.

I changed my belt: FOR A CHAIN!! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/nana.gif" alt="" />

I changed mine for a Hemi! (See spence's thread.)

Ha! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />

Phil, that's great to hear it's treating you well! If you had a moment, could you post your experiences with driving a JDM long term on this post over at IVOAC http://forum.ivoac.ca/showthread.php?t=3369 ?