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by Toybox
Fri Dec 01, 2017 10:38 am
Forum: Competitions
Topic: Cooper Dust Series
Replies: 31
Views: 15880

Re: Cooper Dust Series

Ai, look at that beautiful lux....
by Toybox
Thu Apr 28, 2016 1:48 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: SFA Tyre size
Replies: 6
Views: 1716

Re: SFA Tyre size

Fit 35's!
by Toybox
Thu Apr 21, 2016 10:37 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Bladvere 2000 vs1996
Replies: 2
Views: 1320

Re: Bladvere 2000 vs1996

The SFA and IFS blades are very different in length and arch. The IFS rear blades can be fitted to a SFA as long as you're prepared to do some cutting and welding....
by Toybox
Sat Apr 04, 2015 12:25 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Spitronics fitment to a Lexus v8
Replies: 21
Views: 7385

Re: Spitronics fitment to a Lexus v8

The handbrake definitely exists, it exits the firewall and just about touches the back of the engine. The intake manifold has been flipped around to that the battery stays in the original location and eliminates the need for long ducting to get to the air filter....
by Toybox
Mon Jan 06, 2014 6:18 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Who knows this Lux?
Replies: 4
Views: 1369

Re: Who knows this Lux?

Sure, here goes: - Its a custom OME pack I made up with longer than normal springs and extended shackles - Trailgear dropper front spring hanger to correct the castor angle caused by the long springs and longer shackles - Trailgear shock hoops with 14" travel shocks To accommodate that I also h...
by Toybox
Mon Jan 06, 2014 5:11 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Who knows this Lux?
Replies: 4
Views: 1369

Re: Who knows this Lux?

Afraid I don't know it, but it is cheap!! I would ask a great deal more for mine.
by Toybox
Mon Jan 06, 2014 5:09 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: AEW Auto splits up and becomes 4xLux and Hiluxparts.co.za
Replies: 28
Views: 3744

Re: AEW Auto splits up and becomes 4xLux and Hiluxparts.co.z

Congrats Allan and all the best...
by Toybox
Thu Dec 19, 2013 7:44 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Lexus 4speed Auto gearbox problems
Replies: 19
Views: 4870

Re: Lexus 4speed Auto gearbox problems

Right found it. I'll make a plan to get it to Mr B in the next day or two.
by Toybox
Wed Dec 18, 2013 3:38 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Lexus 4speed Auto gearbox problems
Replies: 19
Views: 4870

Re: Lexus 4speed Auto gearbox problems

It's yours. It's been sitting in a box for ages. That said I hope it's still there!

I'll scratch tomorrow.
by Toybox
Wed Dec 18, 2013 9:42 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Lexus 4speed Auto gearbox problems
Replies: 19
Views: 4870

Re: Lexus 4speed Auto gearbox problems

I have a spare valve body if you want to try that? It's just quite heavy for couriering...
by Toybox
Wed Aug 14, 2013 10:20 am
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: Honingklip 10/08/2013
Replies: 13
Views: 2622

Re: Honingklip 10/08/2013

Thanks guys. Just a word of warning Deon, walk the axle twisters first, the last 2 or 3 holes are very very deep.
by Toybox
Sun Aug 11, 2013 12:43 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: Honingklip 10/08/2013
Replies: 13
Views: 2622

Re: Honingklip 10/08/2013

Well it was a great day out. The trail is a lot of fun and has a bit of everything, tricky inclines, declines, a sandpit, an obstacle course etc etc Some sections were seriously muddy and Richard (the owner) has gone to town creating some very challenging cross axles... The drive took us about 3 hou...
by Toybox
Fri Aug 09, 2013 2:44 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: Honingklip 10/08/2013
Replies: 13
Views: 2622

Honingklip 10/08/2013

Hi all, Bit of a last minute decision, but I'm going to give Honigklip a go tomorrow. Anyone is welcome to join. The trail is close to Botriver and should take about 3-4 hours to complete. Afterwards I may have to try some of their craft beers... You need to fill in their indemnity form and pay your...
by Toybox
Mon Apr 22, 2013 9:44 am
Forum: Route Planning questions/discussions
Topic: Cross border equipment requirements
Replies: 9
Views: 2232

Re: Cross border equipment requirements

Thanks guys, that's a huge help.
by Toybox
Sun Apr 21, 2013 3:50 pm
Forum: Route Planning questions/discussions
Topic: Cross border equipment requirements
Replies: 9
Views: 2232

Cross border equipment requirements

hello everyone, In 2 months time I'm heading off on a bit of a soft over landing trip (all tar roads) for about 3 weeks. Sadly we wont be using a Hilux for the trip, but that's another story for another time. We'll be traveling through SA, Namibia, (through Caprivi to) Zambia, Malawi and finishing i...
by Toybox
Thu Mar 07, 2013 4:39 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Hilux Surf - Side shaft - done and dusted
Replies: 44
Views: 4085

Re: Hilux Surf - Side shaft

Ali3n wrote:
Toybox wrote:Have you tried Ronald at TAC?
You talking about Ronald Hairbottle?
The very same...
by Toybox
Thu Mar 07, 2013 3:10 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Hilux Surf - Side shaft - done and dusted
Replies: 44
Views: 4085

Re: Hilux Surf - Side shaft

Have you tried Ronald at TAC?
by Toybox
Wed Dec 12, 2012 8:13 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: SFA Running hot
Replies: 40
Views: 6170

Re: SFA Running hot

My 2c regarding the timing. The only time your bakkie was dyno'd was in Durban. One would assume that sea level is sea level and that the MAP sensor could compensate accordingly but it is possible that the sensor and vacuum maps need recalibration (another dyno). I suspect that when we take it for a...
by Toybox
Fri Nov 02, 2012 12:50 pm
Forum: Off-road Training
Topic: Team Offroad - Re-allignment
Replies: 12
Views: 8011

Re: Team Offroad - Re-allignment

I can say we've used Team Offroad extensively in the past and will continue to do so in the future. They're a great bunch of guys who offer a professional service at the right price. I'm sure this development will further increase their ability to provide a customised service. I would highly recomme...
by Toybox
Thu Oct 25, 2012 10:17 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Bump stop distance
Replies: 6
Views: 1706

Re: Bump stop distance

You shouldn't need to make any differences as far as I can tell
by Toybox
Thu Oct 25, 2012 8:58 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Bump stop distance
Replies: 6
Views: 1706

Re: Bump stop distance

IMHO the bumpstop should be set so as to stop the spring from arching overly negatively. I suppose for maximum longevity the springs shouldn't bend into negative arch at all, but that'd be no fun! Other than that, if you're not running into interference with engine sumps, steering arms or wheel arch...
by Toybox
Thu Sep 20, 2012 3:09 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Heat issues!
Replies: 25
Views: 3582

Re: Heat issues!

100 degrees is quite normal for coolant temperature, the addition of antifreeze and the system being under pressure will prevent it from boiling. It does depend on where you were measuring the water temp though, before or after the radiator for example. 100 degrees at idle with a fixed fan (as you h...
by Toybox
Wed Sep 19, 2012 3:44 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Heat issues!
Replies: 25
Views: 3582

Re: Heat issues!

Hoppy wrote:Earth connection or the voltage stabilizer transistor on the back of the cluster
Oom Allan, what would we look for on the voltage stabilizer?
by Toybox
Wed Aug 01, 2012 12:42 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...
Replies: 309
Views: 53711

Re: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...

Ismail it's a Lexus v8
by Toybox
Tue Jul 31, 2012 11:08 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...
Replies: 309
Views: 53711

Re: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...

Great clips, thanks Gideon. Really interesting seeing that steep climb from that angle.
by Toybox
Sun Jul 29, 2012 9:17 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...
Replies: 309
Views: 53711

Re: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...

Gideonvanzyl wrote:
Toybox wrote:Thanks Val for organising and to all for making it a great day out. Look forward to some more pics going up :D:
Jono, ek het nice clips van jou in aksie. Jy mag maar met daai hilux.
Ag dankie, look forward to those clips :oops:
by Toybox
Sun Jul 29, 2012 11:51 am
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...
Replies: 309
Views: 53711

Re: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...

Thanks Val for organising and to all for making it a great day out. Look forward to some more pics going up :D:
by Toybox
Mon Jul 23, 2012 7:14 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...
Replies: 309
Views: 53711

Re: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...

Mr_B wrote:Ahoy Jono, if all goes well(no recoveries) about 3 hours, but with all the stopping/going/sports on this scenic route I'd bet on 5 - 6 hours!
Thanks bud, will have to coax the wife to get up at sparrows for the early group then. Got rugby tickets :cooldude:
by Toybox
Mon Jul 23, 2012 4:19 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...
Replies: 309
Views: 53711

Re: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...

Can anyone tell me approximately how long the trail should take?
by Toybox
Sat Jul 14, 2012 2:04 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: The Toybox.... no more
Replies: 40
Views: 6353

Re: The Toybox.... no more

Goodness, its hard to believe it was that long ago already.
by Toybox
Wed Jul 11, 2012 3:46 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Hello All
Replies: 1
Views: 795

Re: Hello All

Glad to hear you're settling in bud... There are some great lux's running around from what I read!
by Toybox
Thu Jun 21, 2012 8:38 am
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...
Replies: 309
Views: 53711

Re: 28th July Tierkloof 4x4...

Royco wrote:1. Val
2. Zepplin
3. Truckin
4. Thysdj
5. Johannes vd See
6. Stubsie (and camping overnight 27 and 28th)
7. Ismail
8. Roy
9. Toybox
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I've got a birthday so I can't hang around but I'm in for the trail
by Toybox
Mon Feb 20, 2012 12:25 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: WC - Tierkloof - Day outing +/- 24 March 2012
Replies: 70
Views: 7532

Re: WC - Tierkloof - Day outing 25 Feb 2012

Eish, too close to payday (or should I say too far) I'm afraid.
by Toybox
Mon Jan 30, 2012 4:52 pm
Forum: Trail Reports
Topic: Trail Report - Babylonstoren 4x4 28/01/2012
Replies: 47
Views: 9921

Re: Trail Report - Babylonstoren 4x4 28/01/2012

Got some pics from my klingons... (I think I must send them on a photography course!) Pre-trail briefing http://i309.photobucket.com/albums/kk371/Stoozak/IMG_0736.jpg Starting up the mountain http://i309.photobucket.com/albums/kk371/Stoozak/IMG_0782.jpg Fun with axle twisters http://i309.photobucket...
by Toybox
Sat Jan 28, 2012 8:24 pm
Forum: Trail Reports
Topic: Trail Report - Babylonstoren 4x4 28/01/2012
Replies: 47
Views: 9921

Re: 28th Jan. WC Dayouting - Babylonstoren 4x4

Thanks guys, we really enjoyed ourselves. Ciske, Thys you guys are champions.
by Toybox
Wed Jan 25, 2012 10:31 am
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: 28th Jan. WC Dayouting - Babylonstoren 4x4
Replies: 110
Views: 11441

Re: 28th Jan. WC Dayouting - Babylonstoren 4x4

1. Gysie 2. Beebee 3. SideKick en Spikkels en dan Minion 1 en 2 vir backseat drivers - Have Radio 4. Corne 5. Thys, Blondie, Dirk en the Naked Chef (Steph) 6. Toybox (and a couple klingons) - Have radio 7. Johangr 8. TheoT 9. Baas Bees ( +1 navigeerder :D: ) 10. Carlo Voetsek en sy silwer 4.0 V6 11....
by Toybox
Tue Jan 24, 2012 9:03 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: New tyre law to start next month
Replies: 27
Views: 3153

New tyre law to start next month

Quote from this mornings Legalbrief: "Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa has approved an Integrated Industry Waste Tyre Management Plan that will see vehicle owners pay a few rands more for each new tyre to pay for a national drive to collect old tyres countrywide, notes a report in The...
by Toybox
Mon Jan 23, 2012 8:17 am
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: 28th Jan. WC Dayouting - Babylonstoren 4x4
Replies: 110
Views: 11441

Re: 28th Jan. WC Dayouting - Babylonstoren 4x4

I'll be there. Leaky, broken bearing'd transfer box and all...

1. Gysie
2. Beebee
3. SideKick en Spikkels en dan Minion 1 en 2 vir backseat drivers :thumbup:
4. Corne
5. Thys, Blondie, Dirk en the Naked Chef (Steph)
6. Toybox (and a couple klingons)
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by Toybox
Fri Jan 06, 2012 7:11 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Help needed: member in East London assistance
Replies: 3
Views: 1106

Re: Help needed: member in East London assistance

Cheers Dylan, PM sent!
by Toybox
Fri Jan 06, 2012 6:01 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Help needed: member in East London assistance
Replies: 3
Views: 1106

Help needed: member in East London assistance

I'm interested in buying a rear axle from Simon's mate Gary. Is there anyone in EL who could swing by Gary's place a take a look at the axle and snap some photies for me? :beg:
by Toybox
Thu Jan 05, 2012 10:22 am
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: 4x4 Camping Weekend;13 - 15 January 2012;BergKraal-Vredendal
Replies: 179
Views: 14732

Re: 4x4 Camping Weekend;13 - 15 January 2012;BergKraal-Vrede

Would love to come with guys but $'s are a bit few this time of year. That and I broke a side shaft last week which I still need to replace... :(
by Toybox
Tue Oct 11, 2011 1:26 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Lexu 1uz cambelt Help
Replies: 1
Views: 761

Re: Lexu 1uz cambelt Help

I sucked it up and bought one from Lexus. Careful there are 2 different lengths. I suspect that the 4.7 croozer belt might fit, and it may be a little cheaper. If the croozer one does fit then Gemini might be able to source them for you. I figured its a lot of money but it only needs to be done once...
by Toybox
Wed Sep 21, 2011 10:58 am
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: WC - Year End Function 2011
Replies: 368
Views: 62882

Re: WC - Year End Function 2011

Re: WC - Year End Function 2011 Re: WC - Year End Function 2011 Hilux4x4 Club Year End GTG 2011 Name................. Partner..............Friday............Sat..............Food(Sat)............Vehicle. D 1. Stuart (Stubs) - Erika Yes Yes Yes 89 Hilux D/cab 2. Stekel (Estiaan - Alana Yes Yes Yes 0...
by Toybox
Wed Sep 21, 2011 8:06 am
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: WC - Year End Function 2011
Replies: 368
Views: 62882

Re: WC - Year End Function 2011

Re: WC - Year End Function 2011 Re: WC - Year End Function 2011 Hilux4x4 Club Year End GTG 2011 Name................. Partner..............Friday............Sat..............Food(Sat)............Vehicle. D 1. Stuart (Stubs) - Erika Yes Yes Yes 89 Hilux D/cab 2. Stekel (Estiaan - Alana Yes Yes Yes 0...
by Toybox
Tue Sep 20, 2011 8:26 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Master cylinder ???
Replies: 27
Views: 3499

Re: Master cylinder ???

Been there, done that...
by Toybox
Tue Sep 20, 2011 8:17 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Master cylinder ???
Replies: 27
Views: 3499

Re: Master cylinder ???

Oh I almost forgot some small spacers to get the alignment of the calliper and disc correct. IIRC they're 6.5mm thick.
by Toybox
Tue Sep 20, 2011 8:15 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Master cylinder ???
Replies: 27
Views: 3499

Re: Master cylinder ???

Ya need : - a 1" bore master cylinder - a calliper bracket to fit the old callipers onto the axle - to have your old discs machined to fit over the half shaft rotor 'hat' - a wheel spacer for your rims to clear the callipers - to remove your current LSPV and fit a 2lb (its either a 2 or 10 I ca...
by Toybox
Mon Sep 12, 2011 2:34 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 4Y electronic distributors and water
Replies: 11
Views: 2218

Re: 4Y electronic distributors and water

Mr_B wrote:There's nothing else to fix on my lux right now!
You're welcome to come and change my front output bearing :twisted:
by Toybox
Thu Sep 08, 2011 3:27 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: SAPS and new firearm licenses
Replies: 35
Views: 2987

Re: SAPS and new firearm licenses

Got a call at 7am this morning to tell my license is ready :yahoo: Only took them a year, still, its better than some :cool:
by Toybox
Wed Aug 31, 2011 4:14 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Photos of IFS steering box on an SFA
Replies: 12
Views: 4325

Re: Photos of IFS steering box on an SFA

Yes the steering shaft has to lengthened. Same as when you do a body lift. Loosen fitting on splined section, pull out to the length you need, re-tighten the fitting. If necessary remove it completely and weld in a section of steel rod. Protection is better on top but its a more costly conversion. T...
by Toybox
Wed Aug 31, 2011 4:11 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Photos of IFS steering box on an SFA
Replies: 12
Views: 4325

Re: Photos of IFS steering box on an SFA

zepplin wrote:
Toybox wrote:The geometry is almost identical except the tire rod is located under the springs instead of on top of them.
My tire rod is located in my tool box :tease:
Ha ha ha, well spotted. Fixed :cool:
by Toybox
Wed Aug 31, 2011 3:27 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Photos of IFS steering box on an SFA
Replies: 12
Views: 4325

Re: Photos of IFS steering box on an SFA

Its best to move it as far forward as you can, otherwise you run the risk of the 2 rods contacting under compression. Another good plan is to plate the frame. The chassis has little lateral strength and tends to crack over time. One thing in particular to check is your oil pan clearance. There needs...
by Toybox
Sun Aug 28, 2011 9:47 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?
Replies: 18
Views: 2927

Re: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?

Met plesier Trevor, ek sal hom more oggend stuur...
by Toybox
Sun Aug 28, 2011 7:28 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?
Replies: 18
Views: 2927

Re: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?

Andre du preez wrote:Te mooi, daai voertuig van jou lyk regtig .......goed. Baie mooi. :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
Dankie Andre :thumbup:
by Toybox
Sun Aug 28, 2011 7:27 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?
Replies: 18
Views: 2927

Re: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?

They're a custom set of OME springs I made up , with some reasonably long pro-comp shocks. One day when I'm big (or win the lotto) I'll splash out on a set of Fox's, but for the moment these do just fine :cool:
by Toybox
Sun Aug 28, 2011 5:05 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?
Replies: 18
Views: 2927

Re: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?

What a beautiful day for a drive. Was on the trail for about 2 hours and didn't see another soul. Afraid not many pics, its tricky to drive and take pics at the same time! View from the top: http://i309.photobucket.com/albums/kk371/Stoozak/IMG_0310.jpg The obligatory poser shot :mrgreen: http://i309...
by Toybox
Thu Aug 25, 2011 7:44 am
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?
Replies: 18
Views: 2927

Re: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?

Status? Where we doing something? Its far too early to be thinking of flowers... Dam greenies...
by Toybox
Wed Aug 24, 2011 7:00 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?
Replies: 18
Views: 2927

Re: Helderberg4x4 on Sunday 28 Aug?

At least you're honest :)

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