Finished put the van back together yesterday, and took it for a drive today(300kms).
Temperature just below 1/2 the whole time.
CHT never went over 73 degrees even on the uphills.
No water lost, so looks like I managed to do a good job. :)
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- Sun Sep 11, 2016 2:28 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: My turn KZ-TE Blowing water out the expansion tank
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4940
- Wed Aug 31, 2016 8:23 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: My turn KZ-TE Blowing water out the expansion tank
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4940
Re: My turn KZ-TE Blowing water out the expansion tank
Still putting it together, just waiting for radiator to come back from testing.Rickybobby wrote:Thanks,and how is your bakkie going now?
Then we put it to the test by towing the following to the Vaal Dam.
- Tue Aug 30, 2016 11:32 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: My turn KZ-TE Blowing water out the expansion tank
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4940
Re: My turn KZ-TE Blowing water out the expansion tank
Hi, Got my AMC head from Alert engine spares, Price was R6400 excl.Rickybobby wrote:Good morning, seems I'm next,where did you buy the AMC head from and how much was it?
Thanks
Cheers and good luck.
- Sat Aug 27, 2016 1:55 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: My turn KZ-TE Blowing water out the expansion tank
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4940
Re: My turn KZ-TE Blowing water out the expansion tank
Thanks everyone, for your inputs. I decided to start assembling the top, but came to a sudden halt as I am missing the half moon rubber seal that fits at the back of the head and missing the gasket for the water pipe the runs behind the head. Toyota no stock will receive it on Tuesday. I have had th...
- Tue Aug 16, 2016 3:14 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: My turn KZ-TE Blowing water out the expansion tank
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4940
Re: My turn KZ-TE Blowing water out the expansion tank
Thanks everyone! Went and purchased new AMC head. Engineering shop going to build it up for me. One question regarding the head gasket, I see loads of recommendations to fit only original, but what about a Victor Reinz(German Product) head gasket?( I am half German so have loads of trust on German E...
- Mon Aug 15, 2016 4:33 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: My turn KZ-TE Blowing water out the expansion tank
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4940
My turn KZ-TE Blowing water out the expansion tank
Yeap, I was waiting for this to happen. Last weekend on a trip to the slowveld it happen, steam coming out the bonnet, even though I have the EGT's and CHT's monitored, these did not go off until I had come to a stop, by this time there wasn't much water left in the system, it had all blown out the ...
- Sat Jun 30, 2012 8:50 pm
- Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
- Topic: Where / How to store Solar Panels while traveling
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2815
Re: Where / How to store Solar Panels while traveling
I modified my RTT fitting by lifting it enough off the canopy for the solar panel to fit.
- Tue Dec 20, 2011 11:16 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: LM Radio on 97.2 FM Joh'Burg West
- Replies: 1
- Views: 650
Re: LM Radio on 97.2 FM Joh'Burg West
Don't even use my Ipod when on bussiness in Maputo. :)
- Thu Dec 08, 2011 9:27 am
- Forum: Late 1998 to 2005 (Gen 5 aka IFS Hilux)
- Topic: New running shoes
- Replies: 37
- Views: 5211
Re: New running shoes
Bummer, phoned Rivonia yesterday for prices, they have no stock and qouted me R1799 per tyre.
- Sun Jun 19, 2011 7:39 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Radiator for heater
- Replies: 2
- Views: 926
Re: Radiator for heater
Ok thought that I would amuse myself and popped into Toyota and asked them for a quote on a new one, apparently there would not have been much change from R 3K. So spent saturday puting everything back(minus radiator) and carried out other little maintenance checks, and there was still time to purch...
- Mon Jun 13, 2011 6:48 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Radiator for heater
- Replies: 2
- Views: 926
Radiator for heater
Anyone have one lying around that does not leak, radiator shops do not fix them.
So it looks like I will have to make the stealers happy.
So it looks like I will have to make the stealers happy.
- Wed May 11, 2011 2:29 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 3.0KZ-TE temp issues
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1013
3.0KZ-TE temp issues
Ok now for the explanation. I have a temp gauge that reads the cylinder head temperature, this reading has been all over the temperature spectrum the last few weeks, from the usual 80-90 degrees Celsius it would go all the way to over 100 if I encountered an uphill and it was also using water. Lucki...
- Wed Mar 16, 2011 2:06 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Need Some Work to be done on Hilux
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1646
Re: Need Some Work to be done on Hilux
Ok! Got my van back. R10500.00 later. First amount of money that I have had to spend on it mechanically since buying it 2 years ago. New clutch/pressureplate/thrust bearing and fly wheel skeamed, so no more whinnig. :yahoo: Bearings and seals replaced in rear diff, so no more grinding noise that no ...
- Tue Mar 08, 2011 7:16 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Need Some Work to be done on Hilux
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1646
Re: Need Some Work to be done on Hilux
Labour sound reasonable. Clutch kits are expensive, but buy direct from Sachs - they also sell a 'medium' duty one which should last long than the standard 'light duty' one. 012 327 0040 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 012 327 0040 end_of_the_skype_highlighting. Skim fly wheel? At...
- Mon Mar 07, 2011 3:43 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Need Some Work to be done on Hilux
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1646
Need Some Work to be done on Hilux
I have a 2002 Raider 3.0 KZ-TE, with import diff. I have to get some work done, new clutch kit and also replacing the bearings and oil seals on the diff. Have received one quote, is this reasonble:- Quote: excl. Vat Labour – remove and replace R1250.00 Replace clutch unit R2950.00 Skim flywheel R 18...
- Mon Feb 28, 2011 8:45 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Workshop Manual for KZ-TE
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1089
Workshop Manual for KZ-TE
Hi,
Looking for an online 3.0KZ-TE manual, need to get all the working parts of a Diff.
Also if anyone knows if the 4x2 and 4x4 rear diff ratio's are the same.
Cheers Jose
Looking for an online 3.0KZ-TE manual, need to get all the working parts of a Diff.
Also if anyone knows if the 4x2 and 4x4 rear diff ratio's are the same.
Cheers Jose
- Mon Jan 31, 2011 3:02 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: KZTE Cylinder Head Removal
- Replies: 61
- Views: 11289
Re: KZTE Cylinder Head Removal
Hi Guys! Joined recently. Bought my KZ-te last yr. Similar problems! Have you maybe thought about buying a imported engine and starting out fresh. Toyota quoted me R75000 to replace head and for a new block cause one of the sleeves was warped as well. Cylinder head cracked They not call stealers fo...
- Mon Jan 31, 2011 10:08 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: EGT Gauge
- Replies: 55
- Views: 10361
Re: EGT Gauge
Hope this works.
- Wed Jan 26, 2011 8:42 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: EGT Gauge
- Replies: 55
- Views: 10361
Re: EGT Gauge
I installed MGL, think its the old E1, apparently they dont distribute it anymore. Use mine to monitor EGT and CHT on both my Toyota and Isuzu, once I get my finger out my A##e I will connect oil pressure and oil Temp to it.
- Mon Jan 17, 2011 2:41 pm
- Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
- Topic: 2 Way Radio Licence Renewal
- Replies: 52
- Views: 4507
Re: 2 Way Radio Licence Renewal
Also received mine in the post (27mhz), but there is no licence fee, how much for the year?
Jose
Jose
- Fri Dec 03, 2010 7:46 am
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: My Trip Reports - In Video Form
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2386
Re: My Trip Reports - In Video Form
Awesome! What dreams are made of!
- Fri Aug 06, 2010 9:22 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Help with Hilux KZTE Rear Diff Lock please!
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3107
Re: Help with Hilux KZTE please!
I had the same problem a while back.
Pulled out the difflock unit cleaned, fitted it back and replaced the oil in the diff and viola, haven't had the problem again.
There is a thread here on the forum explaining everything about the DiffLock on a KZ-TE.
Hope it helps.
Pulled out the difflock unit cleaned, fitted it back and replaced the oil in the diff and viola, haven't had the problem again.
There is a thread here on the forum explaining everything about the DiffLock on a KZ-TE.
Hope it helps.
- Mon Jul 26, 2010 12:03 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Late night/early morning crew
- Replies: 2077
- Views: 357825
Re: Late night/early morning crew
Hey Fernando, let me know the results, GP
- Fri Apr 16, 2010 6:17 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Full sintetiese olie in Hilux
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1431
Re: Full sintetiese olie in Hilux
Don't see why not! Just a word of warning, if you do, I would suggest that you carryout the first 3 full synth oil changes at 3000 km intrvals, I have heard that full synth oil has better cleaning properties and could loosen sludge that has been built up by using multigrade. But then this could have...
- Fri Apr 16, 2010 1:57 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Late night/early morning crew
- Replies: 2077
- Views: 357825
Re: Late night/early morning crew
Where the crew today? Another 2 hours and I should be finished. :)
- Sun Mar 28, 2010 3:43 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Snorkels
- Replies: 51
- Views: 7365
Re: Snorkels
Hi all,
Don't know if I am a bit late for this, but could I put my name down for one snorkel (3.0 KZ-TE).
Jose
Don't know if I am a bit late for this, but could I put my name down for one snorkel (3.0 KZ-TE).
Jose
- Fri Mar 12, 2010 11:32 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Your HILUX Pic - Only 1, no text!
- Replies: 507
- Views: 349112
- Tue Mar 09, 2010 10:13 am
- Forum: Recovery Equipment
- Topic: Self Recovery - Max Trax
- Replies: 13
- Views: 11030
Re: Self Recovery - Max Trax
So Warren, Have you managed to test your sand tracks?
- Tue Feb 16, 2010 6:25 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: KZTE Fuel Tank
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3234
Re: KZTE Fuel Tank
Quick correction, Double cab tank capacity only 75 and not 85.
- Sun Feb 07, 2010 4:13 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: KZTE Fuel Tank
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3234
Re: KZET Fuel Tank
No reserve light, tank capacity is 85 liters.
- Tue Jan 19, 2010 10:13 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 2003 D/Cab Rear Diff Lock Problems (KZTE 4x4)
- Replies: 41
- Views: 12056
Re: 2003 D/Cab Rear Diff Lock Problems (KZTE 4x4)
Well done Dewald
And thanks for all the good info that you have posted.
And thanks for all the good info that you have posted.
- Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:09 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Best estate agents?
- Replies: 62
- Views: 3599
Re: Best estate agents?
Move to a complex, never again, been there and got the T-shirt.
Sub-devide, those Rynfield properties are so massive that you can build 3 houses on them. It will bw likw living in a complex. :)
Sub-devide, those Rynfield properties are so massive that you can build 3 houses on them. It will bw likw living in a complex. :)
- Thu Jan 07, 2010 11:33 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 2003 D/Cab Rear Diff Lock Problems (KZTE 4x4)
- Replies: 41
- Views: 12056
Re: 2003 D/Cab Rear Diff Lock Problems (KZTE 4x4)
B100 wrote:Thanks for all your inputs and help!
I will do the write-up and pics later tonight. I surely have learned a LOT about the factory fitted diff of the Hilux!!!!!
later
d
I too am learning by what you are experiencing, VIVA forum!!!!
- Wed Jan 06, 2010 10:29 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 2003 D/Cab Rear Diff Lock Problems (KZTE 4x4)
- Replies: 41
- Views: 12056
Re: 2003 D/Cab Rear Diff Lock Problems (KZTE 4x4)
Ok Dewald, when I stripped mine to clean it I also had the same issue, here is the fix I hope, excuse my naming convention :). When you take the actuator(your wording) you can see a piece off metal about 5cm long with gearing teeth on it, this piece of metal must be pushed to the opposite side(can't...
- Tue Jan 05, 2010 10:59 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 2003 D/Cab Rear Diff Lock Problems (KZTE 4x4)
- Replies: 41
- Views: 12056
Re: 2003 D/Cab Rear Diff Lock Problems (KZTE 4x4)
Just remember that diff lock is only engaged when in 4L, unless you have done the mod.
- Mon Jan 04, 2010 9:38 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Please school me...
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1015
Re: Please school me...
As Cassie explains, when in 4x4 you will get indication(green indication) whether in 4H or 4L.
Diff lock will only work when in 4L, unless you have the modification which is explained on this forum that allows diff lock to engage in 4H as well as 2H.
Hope this helps.
Diff lock will only work when in 4L, unless you have the modification which is explained on this forum that allows diff lock to engage in 4H as well as 2H.
Hope this helps.
- Mon Dec 28, 2009 8:14 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: EGT Probe on KZ-TE
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1425
Re: EGT Probe on KZ-TE
Ok installed it about 70-100 mm from head just above the bend where it goes down to the turbo, all seems to be working correctly, next step will be to try move intercooler to top and maybe investigate a 70mm exhaust before taking it to SAC for chip and setting.
- Wed Dec 23, 2009 10:56 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: EGT Probe on KZ-TE
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1425
EGT Probe on KZ-TE
Hi all,
Am in the process of installing my MGL(E1) to monitor EGT/CHT/Oil Pressure/Water Temp.
One question to the people that have similar measuring equipment, where has your EGT probe been installed? Pics will help greatly.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Jose
Am in the process of installing my MGL(E1) to monitor EGT/CHT/Oil Pressure/Water Temp.
One question to the people that have similar measuring equipment, where has your EGT probe been installed? Pics will help greatly.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Jose
- Fri Nov 27, 2009 9:26 am
- Forum: Camping gear, Trailers and Other Non-electronic Gadgets
- Topic: Extension 4 Dome Tent
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1258
Extension 4 Dome Tent
Hi,
Anyone know of someone that will be prepared to make an extension awning that will fit on a 3m x 3m Dome tent and that will allow me to fit an add a room on each side?
Jose
Anyone know of someone that will be prepared to make an extension awning that will fit on a 3m x 3m Dome tent and that will allow me to fit an add a room on each side?
Jose
- Mon Nov 09, 2009 1:16 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Sale at Tentco
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1582
Re: Sale at Tentco
They have a factory up here, right next to the shop. And apparently the full extension add on to the 3x3 Dome is manufactured up here.( I am looking for exactly the same but without the closed off area, has it becomes a hassle when you only camping for the weekend and have to put up this massive ext...
- Mon Nov 09, 2009 6:21 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Sale at Tentco
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1582
Re: Sale at Tentco
Don't have my own bussiness.
I bought a whole Tent setup from them. and then wanted them to make me a custom awning, was prepared to give them deposit but they where not one bit interested, guess they make enough money and they are not suffering under the current finacial crisis.
I bought a whole Tent setup from them. and then wanted them to make me a custom awning, was prepared to give them deposit but they where not one bit interested, guess they make enough money and they are not suffering under the current finacial crisis.
- Sun Nov 08, 2009 12:21 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Sale at Tentco
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1582
Re: Sale at Tentco
Pity they not interested in my business, so will stay away.
- Sat Oct 17, 2009 9:05 am
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: My Attempt @ a Drawer System
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5050
Re: My Attempt @ a Drawer System
Looks very nice. I am thinking of doing something myself (for IFS d/cab) instead of paying between eight and ten grand for a factory-made job. A few questions: 1. What fridge is that (looks like NL 50 liter weekender)? 2. Is it a double-cab (couldn't quite make it out from the photos) 3. What about...
- Sat Oct 17, 2009 8:49 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: ASPW 4WD
- Replies: 33
- Views: 3785
Re: ASPW 4WD
IMHO, wrong tyre pressures(to low) will damage any tyre like that, the way the sides where cut could only have been caused by the sides of the rim.
- Thu Oct 01, 2009 1:05 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Late night/early morning crew
- Replies: 2077
- Views: 357825
Re: Late night/early morning crew
I wish, busy doing upgrades in Tanzania and its not going well.
- Thu Oct 01, 2009 12:46 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Late night/early morning crew
- Replies: 2077
- Views: 357825
Re: Late night/early morning crew
C U all fast asleep!
- Wed Sep 30, 2009 6:11 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: ABS and Diff Light on continously 3.0 KZ-TE
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1126
Re: ABS and Diff Light on continously 3.0 KZ-TE
Trip was good and so was the weather.
- Mon Sep 28, 2009 5:15 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: ABS and Diff Light on continously 3.0 KZ-TE
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1126
ABS and Diff Light on continously 3.0 KZ-TE
Hi All,
Just returned from a trip to Bots and while there the ABS and RR Diff Lock light came ON while on a track, the van was still on 4x2, the problem is that they now stay on all the time.
Anyone experience this before and anyone have any ideas where I should start looking?
Jose
Just returned from a trip to Bots and while there the ABS and RR Diff Lock light came ON while on a track, the van was still on 4x2, the problem is that they now stay on all the time.
Anyone experience this before and anyone have any ideas where I should start looking?
Jose
- Mon Aug 31, 2009 10:48 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: SuperSprings
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1957
Re: SuperSprings
Oh Well, the o'lady has gone in for 2 extra blades per side.
- Tue Aug 25, 2009 1:24 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: THANX BosVark
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1539
Re: THANX BosVark
on my last trip I had spare fuel in a jerry, so wasnt to worried about running out, when I did eventually fill up I managed to fill 78 litres, so what Eric mentions that it holds 81 liters could be correct.
- Mon Aug 24, 2009 9:38 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: SuperSprings
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1957
Re: SuperSprings
Oooms, what would you go for, supersprings or install a extra blade?
- Mon Aug 24, 2009 6:34 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: SuperSprings
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1957
SuperSprings
Hi Forum,
Just a quick questions, after my last trip I noticed that I need to strenghten the back suspension to carry the extra weight.
What are the pro's and con's of superSprings?
Jose
Just a quick questions, after my last trip I noticed that I need to strenghten the back suspension to carry the extra weight.
What are the pro's and con's of superSprings?
Jose
- Wed Aug 19, 2009 10:35 am
- Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
- Topic: GME 300 Questions
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1230
GME 300 Questions
Hi, To all the people with the answers. I have a questions, on a recent trip I picked up the following observation, when the distance between the vehicles increased (+/- 4kms) my radio(GME300) was able to still receive the conversation from the other vehicle but they could no longer hear me. Why did...
- Mon Aug 03, 2009 7:08 am
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: My attempt @ DIY Canopy
- Replies: 52
- Views: 12356
Re: My attempt @ DIY Canopy
Thanks Niel.
I owe you a case if you take all the ideas I got from you. :) , when in Cape Town again.
I owe you a case if you take all the ideas I got from you. :) , when in Cape Town again.
- Sun Aug 02, 2009 9:47 pm
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: My Attempt @ a Drawer System
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5050
Re: My Attempt @ a Drawer System
Drawer System finally finnished.
Here follows the the Pics of the finnished product.
Here follows the the Pics of the finnished product.
- Sun Aug 02, 2009 9:42 pm
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: My attempt @ DIY Canopy
- Replies: 52
- Views: 12356
Re: My attempt @ DIY Canopy
Ok, Canopy is finally ready for its first adventure trip.
Under the carpet is a 60L water tank and a hidden storage space.
Finally the kitchen is complete.
Last pic is the drawer syetem installed.
Under the carpet is a 60L water tank and a hidden storage space.
Finally the kitchen is complete.
Last pic is the drawer syetem installed.
- Wed Jul 29, 2009 2:31 pm
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: Niel & Pieter's Aluminium Canopies
- Replies: 212
- Views: 36613
Re: Niel & Pieter's Aluminium Canopies
Niel.
I see one of the pics you have a gas bottle holder on the back, where did you buy it from?
Jose.
I see one of the pics you have a gas bottle holder on the back, where did you buy it from?
Jose.
- Wed Jul 29, 2009 9:59 am
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: Niel & Pieter's Aluminium Canopies
- Replies: 212
- Views: 36613
Re: Niel & Pieter's Aluminium Canopies
Verrrry Verrry Nice.
- Fri Jul 24, 2009 11:57 am
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: My Attempt @ a Drawer System
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5050
Re: My Attempt @ a Drawer System
4 bolts and rivnuts.
Will post pics on monday of finnished product, should complete this weekend.
Will post pics on monday of finnished product, should complete this weekend.
- Mon Jul 13, 2009 9:42 pm
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: My attempt @ DIY Canopy
- Replies: 52
- Views: 12356
Re: My attempt @ DIY Canopy
Ok, had some spare time this weekend and so decided to give the Kitchen a go, here are a few pics just missing the Coffee mugs and the small Spice rack and of course a good varnishing.