Mazda BT 50 XTR

[macca]

We are in the process of getting pricing for a Mazda BT 50 XTR 2WD. For the people who have them, what WDS are you using. The dilema we have is there is a delay of 8-10 weeks to get a car however we might be picking our van up in around 4 weeks. I do not want to fit electric brakes in a car for 6 weeks and I don't want to buy a wds if I dont need one. If I do, then I would want to buy one which I can swap between cars. Has anyone ever done a short term install of electric brakes?

We really like the BT50 but we are not 4WD'ers so 2 WD will do and there is also a massive price difference.

We are getting a 16 series expanda, so its not too large.

Hopefully questions not too stupid

 

[stuartcarr2002]

I worry that so many people think they are a good looking truck

 

[macca]

No they are not good looking trucks in some eyes, I just want a safe and reliable vehicle and not something old and unreliable!:tongue::tongue::tongue:

Seriously, reliable options in this class are:
-Ranger, wait is longer than Mazda but by all accounts is a good car.
-Mazda, similar car that my wife likes.
-Colorado, test drove did not like.
-VW, no affordable auto.
-Hilux, poor safety rating, new one will be good but cannot wait that long.
-Dmax, lower tow rating.
-Triton, not my cup off tea, but great warranty.
-Great wall and Ssang Yong, not interested in looking at.

I think thats all of them :yawn:

Cheers Geoff

 

[chartrock]

Have a look at this post.

http://www.expandasdownunder.com/showthread.php/89-Great-Escape-Caravan-Hire-Sydney?highlight=Hire+brake+controller

You may be able to find something like this in your locality.

 

[simond]

I worry that so many people think they are a good looking truck

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder :tongue:

 

[MolongMick]

I love my BT, though a decent bar on the front will make a difference.
I tow my 17.56 with out a drama, don't think I need a Wdh.
Hope this helps.

 

[macca]

Thanks Mick, I was hoping I did not need a Wdh but if I did I was hoping to buy one that would suit both vehicles. See what other opinions we get before making a decision.

Thanks Geoff

 

[andrea]

We will be towing ours with the hr wdh. Havent yet because we haven't got enough kms on the bt-50! We didn't "need" one with the patrol but did and it towed a whole lot better. Dad uses the same with his van and ranger

 

[macca]

How many K's do you need before you can tow on the BT 50. Just signed up today, vehicle in stock so we will get it next week hopefully. Just need ARB to get the canopy on asap.

Geoff

 

[MolongMick]

How many K's do you need before you can tow on the BT 50. Just signed up today, vehicle in stock so we will get it next week hopefully. Just need ARB to get the canopy on asap.

Geoff

Geoff, Mazda recommends 1000km, I waited for 2500km before I towed.

 

[macca]

We should be fine, Expanda going down the line on Tuesday (birthday), probably take a few weeks to get to dealer, so we should be able to easily get 1000 plus k's by then.

Geoff

 

[andrea]

Have fun with your new car

 

[Moto Moto]

We waited about 1500km before towing with ours. They are great to tow with!

They are popular too, i see them everywhere now.

Enjoy the new toy

 

[macca]

Looking forward to getting it. Hard to find them in stock at the moment. Other dealers said 10 week wait. Just waiting for the ARB canopy and racks to be fitted. I will fit reverse sensors and camera myself.

 

[MolongMick]

Our Mazda dealer here has heaps in stock. At least 10 bt's sitting in the yard.

 

[kolega]

So is there any news on a new Hilux that will have a more modern engine and a tow limit to match the new BT/ranger.

 

[macca]

Our Mazda dealer here has heaps in stock. At least 10 bt's sitting in the yard.

Are they 4wd, It's the 2wd that I have been told that are hard to get.

 

[MolongMick]

Are they 4wd, It's the 2wd that I have been told that are hard to get.

Last time I looked there were a few, but can't remember if they were dual cab.
Give them a call, John Davis Mazda

 

[straydingo]

They are popular too, i see them everywhere now.

Thats cos they look so good.
Enjoy

 

[macca]

Picked it up today. Canopy and racks 3 weeks away.


Cheers Geoff