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- Sat Jan 03, 2009 5:22 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Botswana Around the Delta December 08
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2360
Botswana Around the Delta December 08
Vehicles and equipment: 1989 Hilux DC 2.2 4Y. Brospeed conversion. Golf Carb, Warn Winch, Ironman Suspension, Long Range Tank, Duel Battery, Outback Drawers, 60L Engel Combi Fridge/freezer, Featherlite RTT, Frontrunner Roof rack, 3 Jerry Cans, Hi Lift Jack and Spade, 60 liter water tanks, 1 x spare....
- Fri Oct 31, 2008 3:49 pm
- Forum: Camping gear, Trailers and Other Non-electronic Gadgets
- Topic: Shower
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3372
Re: Shower
I have tried many, many bush shower ideas and eventually settled on something simple and inexpensive:
20l Water Jerry Can (Blue), mix in 2l of boiling water, drop 12v camp shower obtained from Macro in it, and even swambo with long hair is happy as a pig in.... Hot water shower....
20l Water Jerry Can (Blue), mix in 2l of boiling water, drop 12v camp shower obtained from Macro in it, and even swambo with long hair is happy as a pig in.... Hot water shower....
- Tue Oct 21, 2008 9:18 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Advice needed
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3339
Re: Advice needed
I agree with Bennie,
I've had similar problems before. Once it ended up being the universal joint on the prop shaft, the second time it was actually the prop shaft itself.
Unless they did not balance the wheels when he got he new tyres....
I've had similar problems before. Once it ended up being the universal joint on the prop shaft, the second time it was actually the prop shaft itself.
Unless they did not balance the wheels when he got he new tyres....
- Thu Oct 16, 2008 8:56 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Fuel Starvation with vw carb... Solved
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1674
Re: Fuel Starvation with vw carb... Solved
Enough said... Thanks Bennie!
- Tue Oct 14, 2008 8:11 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Fuel Starvation with vw carb... Solved
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1674
Re: Fuel Starvation with vw carb
Thanks Scooter. We had a look last night at Bennie's place and it seems like the carb might be sucking air past the mounting plate. I'll get an original mounting plate today and install it tonight to see if that makes a difference... I'll ask them about a surge pot, but have to admit that I have no ...
- Mon Oct 13, 2008 10:51 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Fuel Starvation with vw carb... Solved
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1674
Fuel Starvation with vw carb... Solved
After Bennie did the vw carb conversion for me I could not be happier. The engine sounded better, felt better and the fuel consumption was dramatically better. I have now done about 2 500km after the conversion and have a problem with fuel starvation. It only occurs when the engine is at running tem...
- Wed Oct 01, 2008 8:48 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: return to a naturally aspirated 4Y
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2776
Re: return to a naturally aspirated 4Y
Tim,
Bennie did the conversion for me. My truck has a permanent roof rack and Ironman suspension (Lifted about 5cm).
Ihave only been driving it around town since the conversion and get 13.2l/100km instead of the 19.4 I used to get.....
Bennie did the conversion for me. My truck has a permanent roof rack and Ironman suspension (Lifted about 5cm).
Ihave only been driving it around town since the conversion and get 13.2l/100km instead of the 19.4 I used to get.....
- Wed Jul 02, 2008 6:52 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Dawie (Freeflyd)'s 4Y Golf Carb Conversion
- Replies: 56
- Views: 19653
Dawie's Golf Carb conversion results
OK Guys, I've emptied the first tank of fuel, so can give some indication of the success of the conversion. The costs included this: Carb Adapter Plates Air Filter adapter New petrol cable Dyna Tune Electronic Dizzy Some labour and bits of spares. I have to mention that I did not try to do this chea...
- Wed Jun 18, 2008 5:43 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Electronic Dizzy
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2303
Re: Electronic Dizzy
I spoke to Toyota and they charge R6 500 for an electronic dizzy. I found one second hand for R1050 which seems pretty decent. I will only know if it is in perfect working order after my Toy had been put back together. I do have a money back guarantee though. I think the guy has a few more of these ...
- Wed Jun 11, 2008 9:35 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Electronic Dizzy
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2303
Electronic Dizzy
Hey guys,
Where can I get one? What should I ask for, and how much do they cost?
Oh, 89 model 4Y
Where can I get one? What should I ask for, and how much do they cost?
Oh, 89 model 4Y
- Wed Jun 11, 2008 9:32 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
- Replies: 79
- Views: 44740
Re: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
Freeflyd. Where did you buy the carb from. Orig VW? Sit met n Weber, en is hierdie ding dors. Dankie I bought the carb from Carburator City. It has to be the original, as per Lyndsey's advice. It was R1050. My truck has a Brospeed manifold, so I'm not sure the adapter plate could be standardised. I...
- Mon Jun 09, 2008 9:38 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
- Replies: 79
- Views: 44740
Re: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
Lindsey, Thanks for the pics. I'm also busy with he conversion. I bought the carb brand spanking new, and bought the normal adaptor plate from Goldvagen for R80. Bennie is busy making a an adapter to fit the VW one on the manifold. It seems pretty simple. I also bought the "air filter" ada...
- Fri May 30, 2008 9:05 am
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: Fairly Cheap Duel Battery System
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1731
Re: Fairly Cheap Duel Battery System
That's the one. I was sure there was no 1 before the 740...
But now you made me wonder if I saw the price correctly...
It was at Outdoor Warehouse by Silver Lakes's new Macro if anyone else wants to confirm...
But now you made me wonder if I saw the price correctly...
It was at Outdoor Warehouse by Silver Lakes's new Macro if anyone else wants to confirm...
- Thu May 29, 2008 3:12 pm
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: Fairly Cheap Duel Battery System
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1731
Fairly Cheap Duel Battery System
I walked through Outdoor warehouse today and saw that they sell a National Luna duel battery kit.
It consists of a Solenoid, a monitor system with alarm, all the cables and a manual. All for R740... Thought that was quite cheap.
It consists of a Solenoid, a monitor system with alarm, all the cables and a manual. All for R740... Thought that was quite cheap.
- Tue May 06, 2008 12:01 pm
- Forum: Places to go
- Topic: Accommodation : Vanzylsrus
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1145
- Mon May 05, 2008 8:18 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Why the big tyres?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2413
Re: Why the big tyres?
Harold, Thanks for the sensible post. That was also the kind of info I was looking for. I think that the important point here is what the vehicle is used for. I use mine for overlanding. I do the od trail, where I think STT's or BFG Muds would be great. I also don't have a diff lock, which I think w...
- Wed Apr 30, 2008 5:04 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Why the big tyres?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2413
Why the big tyres?
I drive a 89 Hilux SFA and have 245 Firestone ATX's fitted. I have had the vehicle for 4 years and have replaced 2 of the tyres with the same brand. I have driven through mud, over rocks, in deep Kalahari sand and the obvious tar and dirt roads on them. I've done 70 000km's on the original 2 and don...
- Wed Apr 30, 2008 3:21 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
- Replies: 79
- Views: 44740
Re: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
would anyone in PE be willing to get go to the shop as described by Lindsey to get me an adaptor plate and send it Pretoria for me? I have spoken to the guy and they do make the plate for R350 and it takes 3 days.
I'll EFT money...
I'll EFT money...
- Sun Apr 13, 2008 8:07 pm
- Forum: Places to go
- Topic: Vic falls to south luangwa np drive time
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1724
Re: Vic falls to south luangwa np drive time
Hi There, I have not driven this, but have planned it using all the info I could gather... I can tell you that it is not a one day drive. I was planning to stay over past Lusaka at a place called "Zulu Kraal" which I recon would be 10 hours drive from Livingstone... From there to the park ...
- Tue Apr 08, 2008 6:18 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
- Replies: 79
- Views: 44740
Re: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
This is where I wish we could get Lindsey involved again!
I sent him an email a week or so ago to ask all the details, but have not had a reply...
I sent him an email a week or so ago to ask all the details, but have not had a reply...
- Mon Apr 07, 2008 5:38 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
- Replies: 79
- Views: 44740
Re: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
I was kinda hoping to bribe Bennie with some beer to help me with this...
Couldn't figure out how to actually send a PM
Couldn't figure out how to actually send a PM
- Mon Apr 07, 2008 11:09 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
- Replies: 79
- Views: 44740
Re: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
I have been very keen to do this conversion for the last 2 weeks, but have been struggling to get someone to make the adapter plate. I just phoned the guy from Capri Spares in PE, and he knew exactly what I was talking about and quoted R350 for the adapter and said it would take 2 days to make... Pr...
- Mon Mar 31, 2008 8:25 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Weber 36 DCD
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3824
Re: Weber 36 DCD
Honestly, If I got that kind of consumption, I would be over the moon and leave the setup well alone!
- Thu Mar 27, 2008 6:27 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Weber 36 DCD
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3824
Re: Weber 36 DCD
I got the truck with the 38 weber, so can't really compare. What I do know is that it's crap and should be thrown away! It can't take an electronic idle jet, so when it's hot, you have to stall the engine to make it stop. My fuel consumption on average is about 5.3km/l which is unacceptable with new...
- Thu Mar 27, 2008 1:41 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Weber 36 DCD
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3824
Re: Weber 36 DCD
I have a 38 weber and have no starvation problems...
I do however have pre-ignition and heavy fuel consumption. I was advised on the 36/32 Weber, but now I'm also interested to find out more about the Golf carb.
I do however have pre-ignition and heavy fuel consumption. I was advised on the 36/32 Weber, but now I'm also interested to find out more about the Golf carb.
- Thu Mar 27, 2008 8:06 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
- Replies: 79
- Views: 44740
Re: Lindsay's 1800 Golf Carb Conversion Details
So forgive my ignorance, but is this as simple as: Take old carb off, Bolt on adaptor plate, Put new carb on, Attach fuel and vacuum pipes, Have better fuel consumption? I got quoted R2 500 to take off my Weber 38 and replace it with a 32/36... I'd be more than happy to spend that money on something...
- Tue Mar 25, 2008 8:12 am
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: Mahem on the 24 March
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1536
Re: Mahem on the 24 March
Didn't get to go...
I normally work on weekends, but if anyone ever plans an early Sunday Morning session, please let me know!
I normally work on weekends, but if anyone ever plans an early Sunday Morning session, please let me know!
- Mon Mar 24, 2008 10:54 am
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: Mahem on the 24 March
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1536
Re: Mahem on the 24 March
Stuur my asb. jou tel no. Dan sal ek jou bel as ons gaan. Ons sal 'n Hilux DC 4Y en a Cruiser Pickup wees as ons gaan.
- Fri Mar 21, 2008 9:02 am
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: Mahem on the 24 March
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1536
Mahem on the 24 March
Is anyone planning to go play at Mahem on Monday? I'm very keen, but have not been there before.
I would appreciate some local knowledge and experience...
I would appreciate some local knowledge and experience...
- Thu Mar 20, 2008 9:17 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Durban to Dar es Salaam in a Sfa Double cab..can we do it?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2664
Re: Durban to Dar es Salaam in a Sfa Double cab..can we do it?
Pampoen, I've attached my spares, tools and packing lists for you. Use them as a starting point and make your own lists... Make sure your vehicle is good condition before you go and you'll be fine!!! It's not always safe to sleep next to the road. Find a place with no Cow poo, and drive a few hundre...
- Wed Mar 05, 2008 7:00 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: brake saga
- Replies: 21
- Views: 3167
Re: brake saga
I had huge problems with brakes on my Hilux. I even took it to Toyota to try and sort it out, but they only made it worse. I got it to be OK, or so I thought, and then... Eventually I found this guy: Paul Labuschange Menlyn Brake and Clutch 012 998 7795 374 Roslyn Rd Waterkloof Glen No other person ...
- Tue Mar 04, 2008 8:37 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Sodwana
- Replies: 43
- Views: 4376
Re: Sodwana
And you're asking 'cause you don't want to be alone with her?
- Tue Mar 04, 2008 8:34 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Suspension upgrade for overlanding?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2145
Re: Suspension upgrade for overlanding?
I use my Hilux mostly for overlanding and carry RTT and Roof Rack with Jerry Cans. I did change the suspension, but only because the origional was SOOOOOO tired!! I agree with FD and Kaspaas. The vehicle you're talking about has capable suspension, provided that it is in a good condition. To have OM...
- Fri Feb 22, 2008 9:47 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 4 Y Nicky Carbs for cheap
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1149
Re: 4 Y Nicky Carbs for cheap
The sticker on the display says:
Toyota 4Y Nicky Carb.
I've not walked in to have it checked out.
Toyota 4Y Nicky Carb.
I've not walked in to have it checked out.
- Thu Feb 21, 2008 1:21 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 4 Y Nicky Carbs for cheap
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1149
4 Y Nicky Carbs for cheap
My local Spares Shop in Waverley in Pretoria is selling brand new 4Y Nicky Carbs, and Golf Carbs for R650. This seems cheap...
Thought I'd share...
Thought I'd share...
- Fri Feb 08, 2008 4:35 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: New 2.2 4Y
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1328
New 2.2 4Y
A friend of mine's hilux's 2.2 has blown a head gasket for the second time now. He has lost faith in that engine and is investigating putting a new one in.
Anyone in Pretoria that can recommend somewhere to go to have this done? He just wants another 2.2 4Y... He got a quote for R7 500 fitted.
Anyone in Pretoria that can recommend somewhere to go to have this done? He just wants another 2.2 4Y... He got a quote for R7 500 fitted.
- Tue Feb 05, 2008 4:17 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hilux SFA se bladvere
- Replies: 56
- Views: 7231
Re: Hilux SFA se bladvere
One other thing:
Apparently you should not change the springs without changing the shocks. The shocks build up a memory, and you lift them by changing the springs, they might break... This was what I was told anyway...
Apparently you should not change the springs without changing the shocks. The shocks build up a memory, and you lift them by changing the springs, they might break... This was what I was told anyway...
- Tue Feb 05, 2008 10:10 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hilux SFA se bladvere
- Replies: 56
- Views: 7231
Re: Hilux SFA se bladvere
Hiluxjunkie,
Speak to Ozzy John at Echo. Tell him Dawie refered you. I got my Ironman, including shocks and labour for R6 750 ayear ago...
Speak to Ozzy John at Echo. Tell him Dawie refered you. I got my Ironman, including shocks and labour for R6 750 ayear ago...
- Mon Feb 04, 2008 9:16 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Carburettor Flooding or running dry on abstacle, Please help
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2536
Re: Carburettor Flooding or running dry on abstacle, Please help
Back to the carb problem: I had the same scenario once. I saw a carb specialist, who also has a Lux. He recommended a Weber 32/36 which apparently has a rubber float, which in some way can solve this problem. This was on a 4Y though. To replace my current 38 weber with that would cost about R2 500.....
- Mon Feb 04, 2008 8:57 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hilux SFA se bladvere
- Replies: 56
- Views: 7231
Re: Hilux SFA se bladvere
Mine was also negative arch and one side higher than the other... Changed to Ironman. LOVE IT!
- Mon Jan 28, 2008 9:20 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Hilux info wanted
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2628
Re: Hilux info wanted
Addy, To make you jealous, have a look at http://www.4x4community.co.za/forum/showthread.php?t=14991 I have a 2.2 4Y petrol hilux with 270k on the clock. It is not only the car I drive every day, but I also do long overland trips alone with it. I have attached my packing lists. It might be a nice pl...
- Sun Jan 27, 2008 7:36 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Advice on hilux 2.2L price please
- Replies: 23
- Views: 3589
Re: Advice on hilux 2.2L price please
I paid R47k for 89 model 3 years ago and I've spent R52k on it...
I'd start your price on R45k ish and then find out how much it would cost you to put the extras on....
I think R80 to R85 would be reasonable.
I'd start your price on R45k ish and then find out how much it would cost you to put the extras on....
I think R80 to R85 would be reasonable.
- Fri Jan 25, 2008 7:59 pm
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Dawie's introduction
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2954
Re: Dawie's introduction
Iming, My photography connections were accidental. Every time I've tried to work at making connections, I got shot down. I find the photography market in South Africa ridiculously difficult and very underpaid. The obvious photography all of us would like to do is wildlife and nature. Guys like Nigel...
- Fri Jan 25, 2008 10:11 am
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Dawie's introduction
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2954
Re: Dawie's introduction
I'll probably know skydive. It's not a big sport in this country.
My colours are red and yellow, so take a look up tomorrow and you'll probably see me.
My colours are red and yellow, so take a look up tomorrow and you'll probably see me.
- Thu Jan 24, 2008 12:16 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Must Have's and Nice to Have's
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2350
Re: Must Have's and Nice to Have's
My overland packing lists....
- Thu Jan 24, 2008 12:08 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: 89 DC for Overlanding
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2108
Re: 89 DC for Overlanding
Sorry for the late reply... I've been away... I have to say that the lux was in great shape when I got it. I did have the Prop shafts balanced to try and get rid of a vibration that ended up being a rim problem. I have now replaced all the oil seals from main to knuckle kit and I have replaced the f...
- Thu Jan 24, 2008 11:52 am
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Dawie's introduction
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2954
- Wed Jan 23, 2008 5:00 pm
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Dawie's introduction
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2954
Dawie's introduction
I've been a member of the Forum for a while now, but never introduced myself properly. My name is Dawie du Plessis I'm 33 years old and spend, as I assume most of you, every spare cent I have on my Hilux, and taking it places. I do 3 things for money: 1: I'm a freelance photographer. Mostly stock im...
- Wed Jan 23, 2008 12:44 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: The fuel consumption of my Hilux
- Replies: 348
- Views: 360648
Re: The fuel consumption of my Hilux
Vehicle: 89 DC Import Km's on the clock: 266 000Km Motor: 2.2 4Y Vehicle lift/ suspension: Ironman 5cm lift Tyres: Firestone ATX Carb mod/ spacers?: Weber 38 Air filter: Standard Donaldson Snorkel?: no EFI?: no Cam cut?: No Exhaust mod?: Free Flow Tyre pressure Around town with lighter loads: Front ...
- Tue Jan 22, 2008 12:07 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Wet Distributor
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1557
Re: Wet Distributor
So Electronic is the way to go....
Is it as easy as buying one from Midas and fitting it in the place of the old dizzy?
Excuse my ignorance...
Is it as easy as buying one from Midas and fitting it in the place of the old dizzy?
Excuse my ignorance...
- Mon Jan 21, 2008 2:37 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Wet Distributor
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1557
Wet Distributor
Hi All, On a recent trip around Botswana I managed to get the inside of my Distributor wet often... (2.2. 4 Y) I asked the dealers if there was supposed to be a seal between the Distributor cap and bottom, but they said not. So here is the question: Apart from driving though water really slowly, and...
- Mon Jan 14, 2008 7:14 pm
- Forum: Recovery Equipment
- Topic: Sand Ladders
- Replies: 39
- Views: 16676
Re: Sand Ladders
These have my vote: http://www.4x4community.co.za/forum/sho ... php?t=7897
- Sun Jan 13, 2008 7:18 pm
- Forum: Recovery Stories
- Topic: Anyone recognize this vehicle and trailer?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 8054
Re: Anyone recognize this vehicle and trailer?
It was a Cruiser Pick Up.... We spend about 2 hours looking for them, but could not find anyone. On our way out, we saw a convoy of 5 vehicles on their way in. Mostly Hiluxes, and we told them about the car as well. There is one road for the dry season, and one for the wet season to get to Baines. O...
- Sun Jan 13, 2008 10:04 am
- Forum: Recovery Stories
- Topic: Anyone recognize this vehicle and trailer?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 8054
Anyone recognize this vehicle and trailer?
This was at Baines Baobabs in Botswana on the 20th of December last year. I would have loved to help them, but there was no-one in sight. The winch was pulled out all the way, and still about 70m short of the closest dry land. We went to the Nxai Pan Gate (35km away) and they did not even know about...
- Fri Jan 11, 2008 5:49 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Botswana, Zambia, Namibia
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1746
Botswana, Zambia, Namibia
Vehicles: 1989 Hilux DC 2.2 4Y. Brospeed conversion. 38inch Weber Carb, Warn Winch, Ironman Suspension, Long Range Tank, Duel Battery, Outback Drawers, 60L Engel Combi Fridge/freezer, Echo RTT, Frontrunner Roof rack, 6 Jerry Cans, Hi Lift Jack and Spade, 80 liter water tanks, 2 x spares. Firestone A...
- Mon Dec 17, 2007 9:58 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: 89 DC for Overlanding
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2108
Re: 89 DC for Overlanding
Oh yeh, Ironman Suspension all round. Lifted it about 5cm....
- Mon Dec 17, 2007 4:25 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: 89 DC for Overlanding
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2108
89 DC for Overlanding
3 Years ago we bought an 89 2.2 4Y DC and paid R47k for it. I decided that once the upgrades exceed the original price, I’ll post some pics. Current upgrades are in the region of R52k So here are the 3 latest things: 1: Centre Console. I had one made from 4mm Steal Plate. It’s 50cm long, 25cm de...
- Sun Dec 09, 2007 9:15 am
- Forum: Camping gear, Trailers and Other Non-electronic Gadgets
- Topic: Which Fridge/Freezer do you use?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2884
Re: Which Fridge/Freezer do you use?
I don't like arguments, so I went with 60L Ebgel Combi. On the one side I can freeze the meat and make ice, on the other side the vegies and beer are kept cold without freezing....
There is something about having ice in your whiskey even if you have not seen a shop for a week! :D :D :D
There is something about having ice in your whiskey even if you have not seen a shop for a week! :D :D :D
- Thu Nov 29, 2007 3:24 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Weber 38 a fire hazard?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1865
Re: Weber 38 a fire hazard?
I have a 38 Weber on my 2.2. 4y and hate it. It's heavy on fuel, has huge pre-ignition problems and stalls on steep inclines. I went to 3 Carb places in Pretoria to ask advice and all three gave me the same solution: Change the 38 to either 36DCd? or 32/36 which is apparently the cheaper but better ...
- Wed Nov 28, 2007 10:39 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Weber 38 a fire hazard?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1865
Re: Weber 38 a fire hazard?
For Sale:
Weber 38 Carb...
Weber 38 Carb...