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Holden Rodeo 1982
Holden Rodeo 1982 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Holden Rodeo here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Starting problem with a 2004 Holden Rodeo LX
Any time a vehicle with the DOHC Holden V6 is mentioned as having a starting problem or check-engine light illuminated, mechanics will often go straight to the engine’s timing chain to check its wear. That’s because this engine is notorious for such antics and, when they occur, it can often mean poor starting and the dreaded check-engine light.
However, in this case, the engine in question was an Isuzu-designed unit that doesn’t seem to have the same rash of timing chain problems. Which means you need to go back to basics and have the vehicle scanned to see if the onboard computer has logged the root cause of any problems.
The fact that the check engine light is flickering and the starting problem is an intermittent one could mean anything, but a good place to start checking would be the various earthing points around the vehicle. Bad earths are a common cause for this sort of problem.
The condition of the car’s battery is also a smart place to begin investigations. A lack of power in the battery is enough to make a lot of electronically fuel-injected vehicles throw in the towel on a random basis.
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Will I be able to salvage the engine of 2004 Holden Rodeo after the seller drove across a creek without a snorkel and it took in water?
When an engine (petrol or diesel) inhales water through its air-intake system, it's never usually a good outcome. Because water is – as is any liquid – non-compressible, the engine's pistons will try to achieve that but, in the process, the engine will lock up and all sorts of internal carnage can ensue.
If you're lucky, the damage will be fixable but can still involve bent con-rods, broken pistons and bent valves. If the lock up was more severe, there's a chance that the engine block could be cracked or a con-rod has broken and punched a hole through the crankcase. Sometimes the force of the lock up is sufficient to smash the main bearing caps and throw the crankshaft out of place. In any of those latter cases, the whole engine would be considered a total loss.
But even if you've gotten away with a bent con-rod or two, you'd still need to rebuild the entire engine and, in the context of a 2004 Rodeo ute, you might find you're spending more money than the vehicle is actually worth.
A potentially better idea would be to find a good, tested second-hand engine from a wrecking yard or any other sort of damaged Rodeo and do a relatively simple heart transplant.
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Holden Rodeo 2006: What does upgrade mean?
There was a mid-model update released on the Rodeo late in 2005. It’s probably relating to that.
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What ute is a good first car?
The Brumby would have been a good choice 10 years ago, but finding one now that hasn’t been driven into the ground, beaten to death, or rusted away is nigh on impossible. Instead of buying a dodgy old your son a favour and buy him a decent car, one that doesn’t belong in a scrap yard, and will serve him well for some time into the future. I would go for a Hilux, Triton, or Bravo 2600.
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Holden Rodeo 1982 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
Holden Rodeo Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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(4X4) | Ute | 1.6L Leaded 4 SP MAN 4X4 | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
(4x4) 1000Kg 2M | Ute | 2.0L Diesel 4 SP MAN 4X4 | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
(4x4) 1000Kg 2M | Ute | 1.6L Leaded 4 SP MAN 4X4 | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
1000Kg 2M | Ute | 2.0L Diesel 4 SP MAN | $2,640 | $4,070 |
Holden Rodeo 1982 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1982 Holden Rodeo are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1600mm x 1620mm and can vary on the basis of model.
Holden Rodeo Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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base | Ute | 1550x1600x4860 mm | 185 mm | |
(4X4) 1000KG 2M | Ute | 1592x1600x4425 mm | 185 mm | |
1000KG 2M | Ute | 1550x1600x4625 mm | 185 mm | |
(4X4) | Ute | 1620x1600x4860 mm | — |
Holden Rodeo 1982 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1982 Holden Rodeo will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Holden Rodeo spans from 14x4.5 inches.
Holden Rodeo Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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base | Ute | — | 14x4.5 inches | — | 14x4.5 inches | |
(4X4) 1000KG 2M | Ute | — | 14x4.5 inches | — | 14x4.5 inches | |
1000KG 2M | Ute | — | 14x4.5 inches | — | 14x4.5 inches | |
(4X4) | Ute | — | 14x4.5 inches | — | 14x4.5 inches |
Holden Rodeo 1982 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1982 Holden Rodeo is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Holden Rodeo is available with the following fuel types: Leaded and Diesel.
Holden Rodeo Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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(4X4) | Ute | 1.6L,Leaded,4 SP MAN 4X4 | — | |
(4X4) 1000KG 2M | Ute | 1.6L,Leaded,4 SP MAN 4X4 | — | |
(4X4) 1000KG 2M | Ute | 2.0L,Diesel,4 SP MAN 4X4 | — | |
1000KG 2M | Ute | 2.0L,Diesel,4 SP MAN | — |