No Need For A 79 - 4WD Van Build - Mitsubishi Delica D5
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- Опубліковано 27 чер 2022
- Building an outback tourer? Or just keen to see what this weapon is about? Here is a
Run Through of the vehicle formally known as “Big D” “Big Delicious” or “The Missile”
Its a Jap Import 2009 Mitsubishi Delica D5
We have crossed the Simpson Desert with ease, its setup to explore, create adventure and to turn heads.
Hopefully this inspires more people to look out side the box of the big heavy rigs, do you really need a 3-4 Tonne Rig?
The Delica performed brilliantly across the whoops even while fully loaded.
Which the Heavy Prado and 79 couldnt maintain that same pace. We put this down to the Lightweight of the Delica D5
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massive props for getting a petrol one
Nice to meet you!
I am Japanese and my father drives the latest Delica D:5 with 2.2L diesel turbo engine.
I appreciate that you drive the Delica D:5 despite the fact that it is a Japan-only vehicle.
The latest model has an 8-speed automatic transmission and an AdBlue-compatible diesel engine, and the front face has been redesigned so that it does not look like the same vehicle.
It is very upscale, quieter and more comfortable to drive.
We hope you will come to Japan and test drive it.
Wow that's awesome, yeah they do look really good. Super comfy to drive the Delica in our Australian outback.
Please tell Mitsubishi to start selling it in Australia too!!!
@@DANIEL-ls5ku
Exactly!!!!
We have been told for years by Mitsubishi they were reviewing it but nothing ever happens 😞
I’m after OEM or similar curtains for 2014 CV1W D:5, any help will be greatly appreciated.
We demand that Japan should include Delica ranges to Australia and not just exclusive. So unfair. We want to test the van out around the Australian Outback. Best place to drive it too.
Nice show Lads, I have a 2014 2.2l diesel D5 (with an IDrive) with the the 6 speed "evo" auto trans with the low range and central diif lock, and 245/70 R16 to give it a bit of lift and some bigger feet and I love it. It's great on fuel, goes like a rocket when I want it to and is the best van I have ever owned (this is my sixth van). Looking forward to the series.
That sounds wicked man! Good stuff
I’m after OEM or similar curtains for 2014 CV1W D:5, any help will be greatly appreciated.
Have always loved these go anywhere vehicles
They're good fun!
Go the D5! I've got one too - awesome highly underrated vehicles. Great vid!
Yeah it went well , that's awesome. Hope you enjoy it.
I’m after OEM or similar curtains for 2014 CV1W D:5, any help will be greatly appreciated.
I'm an Aussie living in the UK. A mate here has a Delica ( earlier model) and he loves it more than his Jaguar Sportbrake and his Porsche 911. He has been all over Scotland in his , and they're virtually indestructible. Like the look of this D5. Good vid.
I love the older Delica's. Main concern I'd have is finding parts. Always a downside to owning older vehicles.
Hey, I'm glad that your video was suggested to me and I think it's great that someone has tackled it to show what the Delica D5 can do, I'm super excited about the 4 episodes, because the little insights in this video mean something to me I am more happy with my 2007 Delica D5, but unfortunately I have to wait until it is shipped to Germany and to install all the off-road accessories that I also ordered to drive to the most remote places in Europe
Yeah thankyou! It will be a great series 🤝🏽
Im keen to see how you go with yours too, that sounds exciting!
Nice to see new Delica being driven and built for Overland.
We can't wait to do more trips in it. 👌
This car actually surprised me alot 👌
Certainly surprised all of us Daz, not having a prior test on sand. But i think the weight of it really helped glide across the top!
I love the delica d5. Especially with a lift kit and mud tires.
👌🙂
They are so cool! The old one is the best looking version, and the new one looks also awesome
All models of the Delica are great for overlanding. They're a cool car.
Great vans. Good to see the you testing the manufacturer's 40kg limit of the roof loading so we don't have to. Yes, you have around 200kg where they say max 40.
Looks great and your video answered a lot of questions about capability! There is a company in the UK that makes a pop top for these so you can stand in them.
yeah the pop top looks good, The car is great value for money, goes very well in the sand.
Great !! watching from Doha Qatar
Awesome 👌🙂
Cracking episode Lad's , my x had a Delica the old 1994 2.8 ltr Diesel , Never took it off road although it had big wheels and a lift, Scared me every time i drove it and hooked around a corner I thought it'd end up on its side , it body rolled alot lmao.. great car but.. ;-)
Yeah they look top heavy haha. Couldn't believe how good this did though.
This is the 2nd one I've seen... I've been enjoying watching Fire to Fork's Harry take his up to the Cape via the Telegraph track lol
Thats awesome! Yeah, he recently just had it all fixed up. We're keen to see his adventures also.
This baby should get you away from the Australian police when they’re trying to enforce a covid curfew.
Bro I like it🤙🏾
Glad you like it! It's a cool car.
Спасибо за обзор.
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crazy car
Good fun!
Great rundown mate. Nearly got one of these before I fell for the drive feel of the T6. Looks like an awesome setup. Hope you're careful with how much weight you load on the roof, looked like a Rola titan tray plus you said 120L fuel and shower awning and another big kit bag, must be over 150kg all up... Apart from the potential shear on those lovely filmed sand corners (see Tyler's rack vid from Fraser) just the raised centre of gravity would need some careful management. I think with frontrunner I can put almost that much up there but will be trying to minimise. Great rig, stay safe.
Thanks, yeah it felt pretty good tbh but hey you never know what will happen. Pretty happy so far with the Rola Titan and Yakima bars.
Great to see another Delica on the tracks! I didn't realise the D5's came out in a 4WD version, I thought they were an all-wheel drive?
I have a L400 3.0L petrol with a 2 inch lift. Keep up the great work 🙂
Front wheel drive, 4wd select and center diff lock.
Чувакаакк, охеренная тачка. Смотрю такую же))
Nice
Thanks 👍
Awesome vid. I watched it a few times before purchasing a D5 and watched it a few times after, I am still watching it and learn something new every time. What is the wheel spec of the 16” rims like width, offset etc ?
rubbish pickers🤟🏾
Legend status ☑️
私はマイナーチェンジ後のD5に乗ってますがマイナーチェンジ前のD5もかっこいいですよね。
We love it! cool car.
Fantastic video. Now looking a purchasing one thats already imported. Whats your recommendation for a lift/suspension
Love it, go the Mitsy. Had the same engine in my Lancer, the engine is insane. Love the trial Rainger bits of kit.
It could do with a bit more power but she does go very well in the sand.
@@raingersupplyco4922 strap a turbo to the side of it. The power would be different as the weight difference and aerodynamics.
I've been looking for a all round car that'll fit our family of 5 as a daily driver, while still give us the option of doing trips up the WA coast with some off roading. I think you've just sold me on the D5, now just to convince the wife.
Great bus!
I'm looking at the L400 and the D5. What made you choose a D-5 over the older model?
I'm in Canada on the east Coast and am looking at getting one for travel and camping. Almost everyone says get the older style but your video series is very compelling towards the D5.
🖖😎. Круто 🙌 бро 🚐👍💪💪💪D❤️🔥5 🤜🤛
OFFFT!
Absolutely!!
Ohhh yeahhhhh! haha, have to get the SIKTJ out soon.
@@raingersupplyco4922 great lil rig mate, defiantly mate, let me know when you head out,
Good on you's for picking up rubbish with the boys haha
Always mate, bloody grubs out there! We're doing a another clean up soon with the trailer.
Very cool van. Similar to our Nissan NV200 that we beat the crap out of in the states off-road, but yours is 4wd. The only thing I'm pretty surprised about is that you didn't design the interior to be able to sleep inside of it.
We didn't fit out inside as a camper as this is removable option for us so we can carry stock in the car also. We transport our swag tents and other outdoor items.
Awesome build mate! Also liking the look of that dribag. Are they for sale yet?
Hi Mate,
Not yet available on the market but we are still trialing it, hopefully one day soon we will have a decent gear bag for our community. Have a good one!
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Thanks Mate. Go the PAJ!
Hey mate, howdy? You are such luckyskunks to enjoy the D5. It has been for over almost a decade on my chrishtmas list. But i ques santa doesn't do countries whit out snow.
Pitty me.....
Hopefully one day soon.....
Nice cool looking van bro! Just wanting to ask what mods you have done for the D5? Been looking at maybe considering getting this instead of the MuX or Pajero Sport. And is this the petrol or diesel model? More of your offroad travels please 😁 John from NZ
Nice job mate, where did you get the custom bash plate made up I'm in Brisbane and need the same done
Hi mate, Custom offroad bashplates is the name Sumners Park Brisbane. They will need to make you a new crossmember bar to hold the plate as the front of the Del is all plastic mostly.
My dad owns 1997 diesel delica and 2006 d5 for about a 15 years.
Pros of d5: super comfy, plenty space, much better ground clearence than competitors
Cons of d5: very slow, driving components arent really meant for heavy hauling and offroading since its based off smaller outlander crossover. Offroad Capabilty is aight at around similiar as rav4s and outlanders duh. We gets to change the every bushings and wheel bearings almost twice a year its very costly. Several people reported that transmissions fail easily after heavy pulling or overheating during in mud and sand. I wouldnt really recommend this van for offroading its very fragile thing. Either way awesome build.
However 1997 one just doesnt wants to die. Its such a unit i love it soo much
Yeah the old Delicas are Tanks
But yeah. If you paitent and keen enough. You can get these D5s to some amazing places.
Its actually based on the Triton ute (truck) not the Outlander
No such thing as a 2006 D5.
@@stephanburgess654 No it's not. It's built on the same manufacturing line as the Outlander. Almost identical but quite a few components upgraded for the extra weight.
He went across the fucking Simpson in it. I'd say it's ok for offroad 😂
Picking up a d5 on Monday because of you!! Thanks! What brand are the rims? Offset ect? Thanks
Think + 38 rings a bell but not 100%
Steel wheels not sure to be honest we bought them on the car and there isn't any branding really. I'd say just a cheap set. Running Toyo open country Tyres.
Здравствуйте! Можно у вас спросить какие диски установлены на делика д5? Размер, марка, модель?)) спасибо)) очень интересно вас смотреть))
hey bro, nice van !! cvt gear box still alive? and what is the tow capacity? thanks !
Great video! Could you give more details about the lift kit? Any place that does the job in Sydney to recommend? Cheers
Hi Victor,
We recommend contacting Delica Garage. There are two shops in Australia one being Brisbane and the other in Victoria. We imported our Delica with a JAOS 3inch lifted spring set up and we had to get some things fixed via Delica garage. There are other options here in I think Dobinson's is one. I hope this helps.
although the previous Space Gear was better, with the Pajero frame, this D5 looks good
Thanks!
Big follwing in Japan. I would love to own one.
Best wishes from Japan.
I think there is something wrong with Mutsu's management for keeping D:5 Japan only. It could compete with T Hiace and there is nothing like it.
This is not a competition to BOF off-road monsters, but it is great for camping.
I only wished Mitsu would add spare tire and adjustable steering wheel in the current facelifted version.
Apparently there are plans for next gen Toyota Hiace to compete with D:5 to some extend, That woudl be awesome. I own a Forester and am happy with it. Unfortunatelly sliding door are just amazing with kids, camping and hunting.
Thats Awesome! Yeah, wow imagine a Hiace lifted 4x4 now that would be cool.
Mitsubishi New Zealand actually sold the D5 new but only for 2 years in 2008. It's a real shame they didn't keep it up but it was a bit ahead of it's time. The new model would simply be far too expensive to compete.
Great video. I have been looking at getting a d5. How did you go with the infotainment system being in Japanese?
Yeah nice! Tbh it's still in Japanese Haha the gps just plays but I use Bluetooth from phone for music. I think you can get codes for it to turn it off, but I've been too busy.
What brand are the steelies? I like it
Hi mate great video . I own a 2012 D5 , where did you get your under body bash plate done , also your roof racks and what hook do you use to recover off ?
Hi Antonio, the plate we got done at Custom Offroad Bashplates. They have all the measurements to do it properly now.
Roof Rack bars are from Yakima (2)
Then a rola roof tray rack
We only recovered it the once. We used an equaliser strap on the 2 front tow hooks. But we also go careful on them
Damn i envy this spec, mine is only 2.0 l FWD 😢
Hi, neat video. What's meant by "correcting them up" when talking about the vans when first brought into the country with a 3inch lift? What's done and why does it need it? Thanks.
The lift was done poorly. It wasn't aligned right and needed castor pins and new bushes and a few tweaks and adjustments to get the right alignment. When we first got it, the steering was shuttering, and the car was pulling crazy to the right, but Delica garage fixed it all up for us as they are experts. I took it to 5 major wheel Tyre mechanical places, and they all told me it was not possible to correct but Delica garage Yamanto did wonders on it.
How does the space in the back compare to a L400? It looks a bit smaller.
Хороший автомобиль
The autocue guy has added loads of question marks like in anchorman.
What does 'correcting the lift mean?'
I am considering doing lift, any tips welcome.
Dang this is nice and compact. Diff design from the usual style... is it 4wd or Awd?
4wd👍
If you cut the roof off, it would make a good gun platform for the Jihadis, they do love a Mitsubishi if they can not get hold of a Toyota.
Jadi inget gofar hilman sang petualang
when this can be available in philippines
Great video. Who did you import the vehicle through? Thanks
Jdm HQ had it listed in Melbourne 👍🏽
Awesome set-up on the Delica.how do u find the cvt though
The CVT is fine in these as long as you maintain them. These CVT are made to be serviced unlike the Nissan Xtrail which I think is a sealed unit.
Looks Great! Where did you get the shower jerry can?
Hi Bill, it's from a company called ONTAP PRODUCTS here in Australia. I hope this helps.
Delica D:5 an awesome van. One question - how can you fit so much on the roof with the Rola Titan? The max capacity I read is 50kg but you look to have way more than that those jerry cans. Thanks. Nice vlog!
We may have pushed the boundaries out of necessity on this one 🙃😂
Luckily it paid off.
Manufacturer spec is actually 40kg for standard dual bar racks. There are 3 sets of mounting points tho.
I’m after OEM or similar curtains for 2014 CV1W D:5, any help will be greatly appreciated.
Great vid. What size tires did you put on it?
235 70 r16
Amazing vehicle, looking forward own one of these in Vancouver BC, one question, is it true that these model of delica is compatible with the outlander to find replacement pieces? That is my only concern that it can get very expensive to import pieces from Japan and find a mechanic who wants to work on it
Cheers! Great video
Nearly identical running gear. Built on the same manufacturing line. A few things are different like larger rear calipers and a few tweaks to things like hoses and transmission cooler mounts as examples but essentially identical to the 2.4L model. All parts can also be bought online at sites like Amayama for cheap. Parts diagrams widely available on parts sites too.
UK owner for two years and I can confirm @DiscoFang comments. Just find yourself a decent trustworthy mechanic, reassure them you will deal with any parts search headaches for them and use Amayama. I guess as an import that was never sold in Canada (as with UK), it is never going to be as convenient as buying (say) a Landcruiser or a Defender, but I can tell you it's excellent value, refined, rust free and brilliantly reliable. I can't believe mine is 2007.
I found you on YT! How is everything man. I still have to get one of your trash bags.
Any mods to suspension or engine ?
What are the measurements inside from the front seats to the back and than side to side and bottom to top, thinking about getting one and outfitting it, currently have an old toyota granvia import and the parts are to hard to get for it nowadays.
not too sure on Measurment's but they would be able to be fitted out, see a few online.
is the head unit any good?
Brilliant, I have wondered about the off road capability of this vehicle, so much cheaper than the 4x4 competition at the moment. Do you know anything about the towing capability as it is a FWD?
I have heard of people towing with them but i can't remember the limits. I see it on the D5 owners Australia Facebook page, I think.
good video, i have the same, from chilean Patagonia.
have a question, what is the size of the wheel?
16'' wheels tyres Toyo open country 235/70/r16
Are these IRS?
With this video, is the 3inch lift in use? Or you got this back to stock height. Curious if the 235/70 16 would fit without a lift. Cheers
3inch in it mate.
What size is the platform? Also for the yakima roof rack is it just plug and play or you need to modify to fit?
Roof platform is a Rola Titan, bought from supercheap auto. SY9 (k332) Yakima 2 bars. was an easy install, just have to measure for both sides. No mods.
From your experience are most lifted delicas not properly done from Japan? I have a delica D5 from a dealership (not auction) that specializes in off road 4x4 being shipped and I’m hoping I won’t have those issues
Ours was poorly lifted.
What was the issue with the lift kit, didn’t quite understand. Thanks!!
Hi did be you install throttle control unit in your d5 enjoyed to your video 👍
No, we haven't done one yet have you? I'd be keen to check one out though.
@@raingersupplyco4922 it is good to have one, I got Apexi (Japan) on my Delica D5 and it is really helps at 4x4 driving, especially when you doing sand driving, sand hills climbing etc, as you could make it more agressive and throttle more sensitive and responsive.
What offset are you running on them wheels? And did it come with the flares?
I think + 38 rings a bell but not 100%
The flares are an aftermarket thing i believe from Japan
Looks like JAOS over fenders. Two versions available, one with dummy rivets and other with smooth finish.
What about getting parts when it breaks in a remote area.?
Delica Garage Vic, Qld, Some parts are also similar or same as outlander. Can also get oils and filters from other major brands. Breakdown roadside and insurance club 4x4.
So the d5 needs huge improvement from the get-go? Makes me wonder if I should get one... I'm not an avid offroader and have a budget
TBH, it depends on what you want out of it. They are great cars with the right Maintenace. We needed to have ours corrected because previous importer didn't do lift correctly.
Don't really need to do any improvements at all. Although lift kits are widely available in Japan (proper kits with all the required mods for rear camber adjustment) the standard D5 4WD from the factory actually has higher ground clearance than the previous generation Delica L400.
Hows this beauty holding up just getting into a d5 shortly does this have the factory head unit
It's been great mate, just make sure you keep regular maintenance. We have the factory head unit still with the Japanese gps atm hahah.
@@raingersupplyco4922 i have purchased a 08 and was wondering what modes best for sand driving and hows the rig holding up
@@aaronbarton9811 The big D is going strong mate, in the desert I used normal drive in 4wd for most of the flat stuff but the higher dunes with steep inclines I used the shift selection in SD the car was fine and loved the sand. For slower going deeper bumpy stuff I used it with the center locked. It drove really well in the sand and surprised me a lot.
Hey bud just seen your d5 up close looks good
Aren't you worried about the CVT? That would be my biggest concern with these vehicles.
We were a little before we left. We had a fresh service carried out on it. We. Were going to get a transcooler but this early model didnt have the provisions for it like the older ones.
But honestly. The thing was fine in the desert. It went really well :)
@@raingersupplyco4922 Haha Are you serious?? ALL the 4WD models come with a trans cooler. The radiator is in front of the left-front wheel. The air intake is that slots next to the spotlight. Look in there you'll see it. It's fed from the heat exchanger that is attached to the CVT, accessed under the battery tray. That exchanger has a small filter that should be changed at the same time as the trans service.
The CVT is actually excellent. Lots of people tow boats and small campers with them. I regularly tow 1ton with mine and sometimes a digger that weighs about 1.6ton with the trailer. The manufacturer spec towing max is 1.6ton.
What kind of Roof Racks have you put on this and what weight are they rated too. I'm struggling to find anything that fits
Yakima 2 bar sy9 (k332)
Mitsi say the max is 40kg. Yakima say their racks and mounts are 75kg but then in brackets (refer to manufacturer spec).
Recommend you run three of the Yakima bars to spread the weight. I have a TentBox rooftop tent which is 50kg.
Is the 2.4 petrol or the transmission shared with any other Mitsubishi cars in Australia? Cheers :)
Don't you guys have Outlander? This one has the same underpinnings.
The engine is used in a lot of Mitsi's and a couple of Peugeots and Citroens. The ZD model Lancer 2.4 also has a lot of shared running gear.
Hi mate,
Does this petrol D5 have low range gear? Thanks
No it doesnt, but as you seen, for this type of travelling it has still performed well.
Just cant use it for rock crawling. Etc
@@raingersupplyco4922 It is amazing, can't believe a CVT can handle these without low gear. What is the fuel consumption? As the tank is about 66L, thanks mate.
So did you still keep 3ich lift go back 2inch lift
Kept it at 3 but took abit of work :)
Off road were you using manual shift or ato diff lock .my orher questions would you take this on Fraser island think of buying one
@Tony Brown During the uphill sections of the bigger sand dunes in the desert we used manual shift in sport mode, worked very well. most flat sandy areas was normal D autoshift. I'd take it on Fraser no issues at all, just be smart in the way you drive and if you have not much lift don't try and do anything to hard. They love the sand.
is that Delica really 1800mm wide??? or 1950mm wide please?
just under 1800mm wide
1795mm
@@raingersupplyco4922 Thanks it does look a bit chunky though, much wider than say a Tarago
@@chasx7062 The flairs widen it a bit too.
@@raingersupplyco4922 I think these are 1700mm Delicas, I still think you have the 1920-1950mm wide body delicas, even wider than the hyundai iload/iMax
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whats the "cvt service" you did on it? did you need to rebuild it before the trip?
No, we didn't need to rebuild it, it was in very good condition we just chose to put new fluids in and a new filter, CVT is generally good as long as you maintain them. They can overheat but you have a warning light before they cook themselves. If you were to see the light come on for the CVT you just need to give the car a rest.
@@raingersupplyco4922 The trans filter is designed to be washed.
Can I ask where you bought it ?
Importer from Victoria, they import them from Japan. Can't remember the name now but it was on car sales.
@@raingersupplyco4922 Roger that cheers.
Diet Much?
anything is good! but hate cvt!
just let her whine mate!
Japanese keep the good things for themself 😂
Too bad we can't get the D5 in the USA because of the stupid 25 year importation rules😡😡😡😡😡
Arhhhh that sucks! Hopefully one day, they make good adventure vehicles
@@raingersupplyco4922 of course it sucks!!!!! We can only get the 1997 models, except in Maine where their motor vehicle Bureau has banned the registration of ALL Mitsubishi Delicas in the state of Maine for spite😡😡😡😡😡
It's not a "Deleeca" FFS, It's a "Deli kah" !
As if anyone would want to go off-road with a CVT transmission too ! Jeez
4 Days crossing the soft Simpson Desert and no issue at all with the CVT. Transmission is perfectly fine it's all in how you maintain your vehicle.
@@raingersupplyco4922 How exactly can you "maintain" a sealed for life transmission ??
@@edwardfletcher7790 You buy a new filter, gasket, and new fluid for it?
haha You don't let a lack of any knowledge get in the way of having strong opinions on these do ya? The transmission isn't sealed ffs. It's hilarious how muppets without any experience of something are the experts.
Sorry brother but that's a death trap. You need a cargo barrier. If you stop in a hurry, you are dead.
Tbh, everything was fairly well packed in the van everyday while driving. The van is usually empty when not on a trip and used for both family, work, and play so need rear seats back in and barrier wouldn’t work.
that poor cvt...
she loves it!
CVT? No thanks
Still got the job done ✅