Hello from Chester UK

artschool · Jul 15, 2024

Hello,

I am currently a G wagon owner that is looking at switching to a Grenadier. Had a test drive today of both the petrol and diesel and so far so good.

Just trying to work out what the right spec is!

DaBull · Jul 16, 2024

artschool said:
Hello,

I am currently a G wagon owner that is looking at switching to a Grenadier. Had a test drive today of both the petrol and diesel and so far so good.

Just trying to work out what the right spec is!

Hi artschool, Give serious consideration to those things that can't easily be added after the fact, Safari Windows, High Auxiliary Switch Panel/Power, Front Winch,
Dual Batteries, Front and Rear Lockers, Tow Package and perhaps even Leather seats. Perhaps look at the Trialmaster Model and make sure these items are checked off and then see if there is anything you could live without and uncheck those. I am sure others can chime in here. DaBull

artschool · Jul 16, 2024

DaBull said:
Hi artschool, Give serious consideration to those things that can't easily be added after the fact, Safari Windows, High Auxiliary Switch Panel/Power, Front Winch,
Dual Batteries, Front and Rear Lockers, Tow Package and perhaps even Leather seats. Perhaps look at the Trialmaster Model and make sure these items are checked off and then see if there is anything you could live without and uncheck those. I am sure others can chime in here. DaBull

thank you for that. definitely ticking all of those except the winch? not sure i would use that but it would be handy to have.
my current sticking point is the problems i read about the microphone for phone calls?

Eric · Jul 16, 2024

artschool said:
thank you for that. definitely ticking all of those except the winch? not sure i would use that but it would be handy to have.
my current sticking point is the problems i read about the microphone for phone calls?

Hi @artschool, I completely agree with @DaBull's comments make sure the items you want are spec'd at build as some items are not readily available to retro fit. As for the microphone issues that have been mentioned in some threads, I have to say I've never had a problem. Mine was built with the 1940 software and have used it with 2 separate Android phones, with no issues. Being a 23 MY I've added a wireless dongle ( not sure if 24 models are now wireless) and I think 24 models have an updated software because they are fitted with driver assistance items

CRH · Jul 16, 2024

Eric said:
Hi @artschool, I completely agree with @DaBull's comments make sure the items you want are spec'd at build as some items are not readily available to retro fit. As for the microphone issues that have been mentioned in some threads, I have to say I've never had a problem. Mine was built with the 1940 software and have used it with 2 separate Android phones, with no issues. Being a 23 MY I've added a wireless dongle ( not sure if 24 models are now wireless) and I think 24 models have an updated software because they are fitted with driver assistance items

I've used mine with wireless dongle and hard wired, everyone moans about the hands free although I can hear them clearly. 23 model and all updates.
Helps keep the calls short to concentrate on the driving

Miles · Jul 16, 2024

artschool said:
thank you for that. definitely ticking all of those except the winch? not sure i would use that but it would be handy to have.
my current sticking point is the problems i read about the microphone for phone calls?

Hi, I have the microphone issue and I can hear people clearly but they struggle hearing me as there is background interference, a whine when the engine is ticking over, my dealer has replaced the microphone once but the issue persists, I would love to find a solution but this is a really minor issue in an overall fantastic vehicle. It has character and the odd flaw but nothing to put me off and I have had mine nearly a year with 15,000 miles on the clock

Mitchell300 · Jul 16, 2024

artschool said:
thank you for that. definitely ticking all of those except the winch? not sure i would use that but it would be handy to have.
my current sticking point is the problems i read about the microphone for phone calls?

I had the issues with the hands free, callers said I sounded like a Dalek. Since the vehicle had it’s first service the dealer made some sort of adjustment and it’s been fine. I’ll ask the next time I’m at the dealer what was done.

CRH · Jul 16, 2024

Mitchell300 said:
I had the issues with the hands free, callers said I sounded like a Dalek. Since the vehicle had it’s first service the dealer made some sort of adjustment and it’s been fine. I’ll ask the next time I’m at the dealer what was done.

Please do as mine really does need fixing and if @artschool is probably using the same dealer as me it will help us both

artschool · Jul 16, 2024

i phoned a few people whilst on the test drive (of 2 different grenadiers petrol & diesel) i could hear fine but they said i was crackly on the other side.
hopefully there will be a fix at some point

Cheshire cat · Nov 13, 2024

Hi Artschool
Another Cheshire resident here. Did you choose your vehicle and options? As others have mentioned, some of the options would be very difficult to retrofit, so make sure to get all that you feel you MIGHT need.

artschool · Nov 13, 2024

Cheshire cat said:
Hi Artschool
Another Cheshire resident here. Did you choose your vehicle and options? As others have mentioned, some of the options would be very difficult to retrofit, so make sure to get all that you feel you MIGHT need.

yes i have been driving around since september with it!

Cheshire cat · Nov 13, 2024

artschool said:
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yes i have been driving around since september with it!

Same colour as mine. I am in the Tarporley area.

Coullabus · Nov 13, 2024

artschool said:
Hello,

I am currently a G wagon owner that is looking at switching to a Grenadier. Had a test drive today of both the petrol and diesel and so far so good.

Just trying to work out what the right spec is!

For me, I guess you must think seriously about what you are going to use the vehicle for. Are you a serious mud-plugger, spending many happy hours churning up the brown stuff? Then a lot of the serious diff lock and winch type kit become essential.

I have a petrol Fieldmaster - my use is mainly on badly kept island roads, the odd farm track and a bit of foreshore stuff. Extra diff locks not essential, ditto a winch. But I do like the Fieldmaster spec, love the safari glass roofs, a fan of leather (heated) seats. A dog guard really was an essential for me.

I think what I'm saying is to take the advice I've seen here, and go through he build process with great care. Adding and subtracting along the way.

Good luck, and enjoy the process.

artschool · Nov 13, 2024

Cheshire cat said:
Same colour as mine. I am in the Tarporley area.

i am right in the middle of chester. do you ever think of going to the coffee and cars at chocks away? i think it’s on sundays

acwiltshire · Nov 13, 2024

artschool said:
Hello,

I am currently a G wagon owner that is looking at switching to a Grenadier. Had a test drive today of both the petrol and diesel and so far so good.

Just trying to work out what the right spec is!

Get a diesel I have had both

Cheshire cat · Nov 13, 2024

artschool said:
i am right in the middle of chester. do you ever think of going to the coffee and cars at chocks away? i think it’s on sundays

Never heard of it, but I will look it up.

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