Finding Isuzu MU Wizard Parts – A Needle in a Haystack

Trying to find replacement parts for the Isuzu MU Wizard (UCS69GW) is like finding a needle in a haystack and is proving more difficult than I had initially anticipated.

The most obvious place was to go directly to the local Isuzu dealer which happens to be Boroko Motors. However, when I get to the Parts and Accessories section I am told that they do not have parts for this particular model because they don’t sell it. The other 3 dealers I have been too have also said they do not have parts for this vehicle.

Although I have not exhausted all the automotive dealers in Port Moresby yet, the initial response is not very encouraging and I’m beginning to think the person who sold this unit to me did it because he is unable to maintain it.

If I am unable to acquire parts for the Isuzu MU Wizard then I believe I might be able to swap some parts from an Isuzu Trooper /Bighorn. However, if that fails then I will have to order overseas. The main things I need at the moment are:

CV axle drive for both side;
Wheel hub assembly for all wheels.
Suspension parts – the rear stabilizer/sway bar is broken and needs to be replaced. But it would more practical to have all the suspension parts replaced.

The broken stabilizer /sway bar needs to be replaced.

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