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by LouisZ
Thu Jul 09, 2020 8:13 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Looks as if my 4y's headgasket is on the way out
Replies: 101
Views: 16154

Re: Looks as if my 4y's headgasket is on the way out

Let them flush the Radiator and engine at Silverton Radiator. Then do a compression test, after put in new water and anti freeze.
by LouisZ
Wed Jul 08, 2020 8:44 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Looks as if my 4y's headgasket is on the way out
Replies: 101
Views: 16154

Re: Looks as if my 4y's headgasket is on the way out

Lyk weird.

Maak die olie prop los. kyk hoe lyk hy aan die binnekant van die cap. As dit so ligbruinerige skuim het daar is dit weer die Headgasket.
by LouisZ
Mon May 04, 2020 9:08 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 4Y-EFI het begin ping
Replies: 39
Views: 5073

Re: 4Y-EFI het begin ping

Naand

Die Pressure hardloop gewoonlik op 3 bar. As die die engin idle of loop kan dit afgaan na so 2.7bar. Maar nie minder.

Kan wees as die regulator oppak.
by LouisZ
Mon Apr 13, 2020 7:01 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Taking 4Y Efi to newer Injectors
Replies: 11
Views: 3502

Re: Taking 4Y Efi to newer Injectors

Hi

Alles in orde. Eerste draai toe start die Hilux Dawie. Ek net die Ecu se idling gestel, bietjie vinnig ge idle in die begin. Sal maar as ek weer oormore gaan melk koop met hom ry.
by LouisZ
Sun Apr 12, 2020 4:44 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 4Y-EFI het begin ping
Replies: 39
Views: 5073

Re: 4Y-EFI het begin ping

So foto van die Vacuumpype op die manifold. Agter se pyp is die Brake booster pyp. Dan die agter tappet cover pyp gaan na die middel van boonste manifold Dan die voorste tappet cover pyp na voorste boonste manifold Dan, die blou dun pyp is die vakuum pyp wat die map doen vir die Ecu. Dan gewoonlik d...
by LouisZ
Sun Apr 12, 2020 4:33 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Taking 4Y Efi to newer Injectors
Replies: 11
Views: 3502

Re: Taking 4Y Efi to newer Injectors

So the new Plugs for the injectors is done. I for now had to make due what I got and made the fuel piping longer. Then assembled everything. :think: Wanted to start but then nothing. :lmao: :slap: Battery not up to the starting part. For now it is wait till its charged then I turn that ignition agai...
by LouisZ
Fri Apr 10, 2020 5:17 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Taking 4Y Efi to newer Injectors
Replies: 11
Views: 3502

Taking 4Y Efi to newer Injectors

So in the time I got I always had the newer type of Gwm 2.2 Mpi Injectors and fuel rail. As the imports of the Older 3Y/4Y Efi engines got to a minimal with the intake manifolds especially the injectors and fuel Regulators parts I decided to "UPGRADE" mine. Another option will be to change...
by LouisZ
Wed Apr 08, 2020 11:36 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 4Y-EFI het begin ping
Replies: 39
Views: 5073

Re: 4Y-EFI het begin ping

Neem bietjie 'n foto van die drade by die Mag Converter.
by LouisZ
Sun Mar 22, 2020 10:46 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 4Y-EFI het begin ping
Replies: 39
Views: 5073

Re: 4Y-EFI het begin ping

Hi Nols Tyd gestel op 20 grade. Daai pyp van die Dictator gaan na die Bo kant van die Manifold toe, nie na die Throttle body toe nie. Tyd gestel met die vaccum pyp op, moet dit die afhaal nie. Kyk of die vacuum pyp ook op is van die Fuel pressure vacuum Kyk in algehele donker of die dizzy cap nie 'n...
by LouisZ
Sat Jan 04, 2020 10:10 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: SFA Rear Diff backlash
Replies: 5
Views: 2010

Re: SFA Rear Diff backlash

Usually backlash is from the pinion and crown wheel.

Shimming way to go but quite time consuming.
by LouisZ
Thu Nov 14, 2019 10:31 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Engine gaar?
Replies: 5
Views: 1096

Re: Engine gaar?

Haal die Cover af.

Kyk hoeveel dit gebuig is en dan buig oop sover jy kan.

Ek dink nie die Pvc valve sit daar nie
by LouisZ
Fri Nov 01, 2019 2:06 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: Information needed for 3RZ turbo
Replies: 32
Views: 8527

Re: Information needed for 3RZ turbo

Dug up where I had posted the Dyno Chart after the conversion, there might be other charts stored there from which you can draw comparisons. https://www.hilux4x4.co.za/views/viewtopic.php?p=31276#p31276 -F_D One of the comments by Bennie (BenHur) “Everyone driving a 4Y Donkey eat your hard out. Joh...
by LouisZ
Fri Sep 20, 2019 1:09 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Tips to prevent uric acid disease/ GOUT
Replies: 17
Views: 6172

Re: Tips to prevent uric acid disease/ GOUT

After about a year on/off with health looks if my Heart condition/stroke as they wanted to be the last 8 month ago also moving into re flux or gout or something related to my intestines. Yet it still have to be decided on. (Best is the wrong medicine also had a toll on me so far) Problem is most Doc...
by LouisZ
Tue Jul 23, 2019 4:33 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Mechanic required in Gauteng
Replies: 5
Views: 1343

Re: Mechanic required in Gauteng

One need about a good 8 hours straight to do both sides. Stripping, Cleaning.

Then inspect the parts and replace the parts. Please note you going to need some specific tools to do the work.

Done a few myself. Its dirty work, but worth it.
by LouisZ
Sat Jun 22, 2019 9:03 am
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: Killarney 4x4 Trip Report 14 - 16 June 2019
Replies: 5
Views: 4007

Re: Killarney 4x4 Trip Report 14 - 16 June 2019

Lekker Man. Glad you enjoyed it.
by LouisZ
Thu Jun 20, 2019 9:46 am
Forum: Useful Articles
Topic: JohanM's 4Y EFI Conversion
Replies: 27
Views: 23553

Re: JohanM's 4Y EFI Conversion

Actually when most of the 4Y was Efi'ed Splitronics was a shlepp to work with. Too many fields, no integration. If you want to use it like this you have to buy this module extra. When one looked at Dictator it was all there, no extras for a Std Ecu. It meant most Hilux Efi's runs on Dictators than S...
by LouisZ
Wed Jun 19, 2019 3:53 pm
Forum: Useful Articles
Topic: JohanM's 4Y EFI Conversion
Replies: 27
Views: 23553

Re: JohanM's 4Y EFI Conversion

The 4Y works good with the Efi. Power gain is good. (From std Carb to Efi you gain 20%, depends on how old and how many kilos is on the engine) Only worth while to get low down torque is to keep with the std exhaust system. If you want speed you might do 2 things. Branches, 4 to 2 to 1 to get a bit ...
by LouisZ
Tue Oct 16, 2018 12:53 pm
Forum: Late 1998 to 2005 (Gen 5 aka IFS Hilux)
Topic: Prado 3.4 V6 in 2.7 Hilux
Replies: 47
Views: 11898

Re: Prado 3.4 V6 in 2.7 Hilux

Hi

Pieter hoe ry daai V6.? :think:
by LouisZ
Fri Oct 12, 2018 1:42 pm
Forum: Late 1998 to 2005 (Gen 5 aka IFS Hilux)
Topic: Prado 3.4 V6 in 2.7 Hilux
Replies: 47
Views: 11898

Re: Prado 3.4 V6 in 2.7 Hilux

Die steering rack is geen Issue nie.

Ai Pieter. Daai Hilux dink ek sal lekker loop.

Hoppy sal sy gat moet roer. :surrender: :subscribed:
by LouisZ
Fri Jul 27, 2018 11:40 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Prado Gearbox
Replies: 17
Views: 3383

Re: Prado Gearbox

Ask he guys that import the V8 Lexus engines. Sometimes a guy takes the engine with out the autobox. These boxes are similar to the Prado 120. Ask if it will work with the 90.
by LouisZ
Wed Jul 25, 2018 9:03 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 22r Oil Pressure question
Replies: 17
Views: 2563

Re: 22r Oil Pressure question

Yes its shame how Toyota SA can rip one off. Here and there I Imported stuff too from the Us. Some things Toyota SA told me its not been made anymore... :naah:
by LouisZ
Wed Jul 18, 2018 10:39 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 22r Oil Pressure question
Replies: 17
Views: 2563

Re: 22r Oil Pressure question

Your oil pump gives the oil pressure
by LouisZ
Tue Jul 17, 2018 2:52 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 22r Oil Pressure question
Replies: 17
Views: 2563

Re: 22r Oil Pressure question

Oil Pump
by LouisZ
Mon Jul 02, 2018 2:38 pm
Forum: Late 1998 to 2005 (Gen 5 aka IFS Hilux)
Topic: Prado 3.4 V6 in 2.7 Hilux
Replies: 47
Views: 11898

Re: Prado 3.4 V6 in 2.7 Hilux

Die V6 is 'n goeie ombouing. Ek glo die tipe engin moes in Sa verkoop gewees het op die Ifs. Amerika se ouens ken die V6 goed in die Hiluxes.
by LouisZ
Wed Jun 13, 2018 9:49 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Bad miss
Replies: 9
Views: 1793

Re: Bad miss

Check the idle control valve on the throttle body. It become stuck and needs a good cleaning.
by LouisZ
Wed Jun 13, 2018 9:45 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Got this on Friday..
Replies: 13
Views: 3230

Re: Got this on Friday..

Baie Nice!!! Geniet hom vol uit!!!
by LouisZ
Wed Jun 13, 2018 9:43 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Spongy brakes
Replies: 4
Views: 2680

Re: Spongy brakes

Bleed the brake fluid out till you get only the new fluid. Always good.

Let pads wear in too.
by LouisZ
Wed Jun 13, 2018 9:41 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: 4Y EFI Conversion - Chapter 2
Replies: 227
Views: 134040

Re: 4Y EFI Conversion - Chapter 2

Hi Lee,

How can I help you?
by LouisZ
Tue May 08, 2018 8:12 pm
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: Lexus v8 conversion
Replies: 36
Views: 35564

Re: Lexus v8 conversion

Carlo if its an Auto try replacing the Auto Transmission oil 1st.
by LouisZ
Tue May 08, 2018 8:05 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Alu Canopy en Eie krag
Replies: 94
Views: 23417

Re: Alu Canopy en Eie krag

Dit lyk smart.
by LouisZ
Tue May 08, 2018 8:02 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Front Bumper Replacement
Replies: 6
Views: 4047

Re: Front Bumper Replacement

Its should. Take the bumper off and pre fit the MCC. You see then if you need to do the bumper cut.
by LouisZ
Tue May 08, 2018 8:00 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: LED headlamp globes
Replies: 1
Views: 1273

Re: LED headlamp globes

Yes they do. My SFA I can drive at night. No more candle power.
by LouisZ
Thu May 03, 2018 10:10 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Knocking noise from front
Replies: 15
Views: 10578

Re: Knocking noise from front

I forgot of that one.
by LouisZ
Thu May 03, 2018 9:58 pm
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: SFA Hilux V8 Build
Replies: 108
Views: 27938

Re: SFA Hilux V8 Build

This why we made this prop stronger Andy, used the stronger universals and removed the center bearing out of the picture. No prop twisting. Side shafts break for different reasons, I only saw this one happening: Once 4x4 rolled back a bit on an uneven incline, Driver puts foot, wheel bounced and sna...
by LouisZ
Thu May 03, 2018 9:34 pm
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: Soon 1UZ to 3UZ
Replies: 51
Views: 12788

Re: Soon 1UZ to 3UZ

Ok, I used the Prado 120 Snorkel for this one. Airflow allowed because the Prado's snorkel is nice and wide and also piping is 76mm from the snorkel to the air box, not the 52mm piping of the OE 4Y. Also you have piping only make 2 120 degree turns. No long pipes and lots of turns. Picking up a on p...
by LouisZ
Wed May 02, 2018 9:50 pm
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: SFA Hilux V8 Build
Replies: 108
Views: 27938

Re: SFA Hilux V8 Build

Nothing wrong with the SFA Gearbox, Diffs and Side shafts, they quite strong. The Lexus in Bosbeer cant break those yet. How ever, the rear propshaft needs good universals. Throw out the center bearing and make the prop one long one. The steering box problem on these. Move the box 30mm forward, make...
by LouisZ
Wed May 02, 2018 9:29 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: SFA Brake Booster advise needed.
Replies: 3
Views: 1151

Re: SFA Brake Booster advise needed.

Take yours to a part shop, I am almost sure the 2001 Hilux 2.7 3RZ one will fit. Make sure the layout 4 rear mounting bolts are the same.
by LouisZ
Tue May 01, 2018 9:10 pm
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: Soon 1UZ to 3UZ
Replies: 51
Views: 12788

Re: Soon 1UZ to 3UZ

Vordering op Bosbeer. 35 duim bande is op. Engin loop mooi. Vrydag so 7 km gery. Die 3UZ hardloop met die 5 spoed ratkas bitter vining deur 1st,2de en 3de, dan is mens klaar by 100km/h verby. Vandag deurgevat na 4x4 Direct Centurion dat ek kan sien of ek 'n Snorkel op hom kan kry. Hier so foto van d...
by LouisZ
Tue Mar 27, 2018 10:01 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Kzte agter bearing replacement
Replies: 3
Views: 1040

Re: Kzte agter bearing replacement

Minimale float ja maar daai is baie. Lyk of the backplate wear op het. As jy so beweeg met hom beweeg die bearing se outer ook of die hele bearing in die backplate?


Beste is om die bearing en die Abs ring te laat af press.
by LouisZ
Tue Mar 27, 2018 9:59 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: A familiar topic - 22R to 22RE Conversion
Replies: 23
Views: 3413

Re: A familiar topic - 22R to 22RE Conversion

Stef ja, tot jy hom uithaal en die tank letterlik omkeer of die petrol uit tap. Jy sal skrik wat kom uit daai S/S tank. Toe ek myne gedoen het was daar so baie vuilgeid in moes die tank 2 keer skoon maak.
by LouisZ
Sun Mar 25, 2018 10:32 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: A familiar topic - 22R to 22RE Conversion
Replies: 23
Views: 3413

Re: A familiar topic - 22R to 22RE Conversion

Make sure you put in an additional fuel filter if you feed from the bottom. These tanks getting old now. Lots of old paint etc at the bottom of the tank.
by LouisZ
Sun Mar 25, 2018 10:29 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Advies asb
Replies: 10
Views: 2574

Re: Advies asb

Let them lift the front a bit by adjusting the torsion bars, 15mm up can help. You might have to shim it.

How ever you might with full lock get that the wheels still make contact. The - offset rims the culprit here. Your std rims would have been better.
by LouisZ
Sun Mar 18, 2018 2:14 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: which aisin lockers fits hilux 2001
Replies: 3
Views: 970

Re: which aisin lockers fits hilux 2001

The Ifs Hub part no is
43508-35050

The SFA hub part no is
43530-39027

Their different, wont fit but the cover assy(outer part 43509-35022)is a close match to the Ifs, this could fit
by LouisZ
Sun Mar 18, 2018 1:56 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: A familiar topic - 22R to 22RE Conversion
Replies: 23
Views: 3413

Re: A familiar topic - 22R to 22RE Conversion

Kyk bietjie na Cassie se Dyna: http://www.hilux4x4.co.za/views/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=3044&start=20 It can be a long installation if you do it bit by bit. Best advice is get everything: 1. Complete Intake 2. Ecu 3. Igniter 4. Fuel piping and filters. 5. Change feed piping in tank to 10mm 2 week...
by LouisZ
Thu Feb 22, 2018 7:49 pm
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: Reach for a Dream Fundraising Event 10 March 2018
Replies: 4
Views: 2855

Re: Reach for a Dream Fundraising Event 10 March 2018

Hi

See you guys there. Wont drive, but be there :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
by LouisZ
Mon Feb 05, 2018 7:38 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Rattle on front wheel
Replies: 13
Views: 3348

Re: Rattle on front wheel

The front prop turns, the side shafts not. :thumbup:
by LouisZ
Tue Jan 23, 2018 4:34 pm
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: SFA Hilux Rebuild/3UZ Lexus Conversion
Replies: 130
Views: 38172

Re: SFA Hilux Rebuild/3UZ Lexus Conversion

Hi

Jis dit loop nou mooi. Dis amper klaar. :thumbup: :thumbup:

Wat het julle gemaak om die rev counter te laat werk?
by LouisZ
Mon Jan 22, 2018 12:08 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Knocking noise from front
Replies: 15
Views: 10578

Re: Knocking noise from front

CV. Usually start of with clunk while turning. The badder it gets it will clunk-clunk-clunk worse while turning.

Another option might be is when one had brake pads replaced or work done in the front some one forgot to torque the damn caliper bolts.
by LouisZ
Sun Jan 21, 2018 1:10 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Knocking noise from front
Replies: 15
Views: 10578

Re: Knocking noise from front

CV Joint.
by LouisZ
Mon Jan 15, 2018 12:08 am
Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
Topic: Soon 1UZ to 3UZ
Replies: 51
Views: 12788

Re: Soon 1UZ to 3UZ

Nogals vordering sover oor die naweek.

Die 3UZ het gebrul oor die naweek.

Harnas is oorgedoen om by die Ecu te pas, Ecu security pass is ook weer gedoen.

Nou allesnetjies maak die week wat kom. :D: :D:
by LouisZ
Thu Jan 11, 2018 10:50 pm
Forum: Web Related Discussions and Suggestions
Topic: Refurbishing old 4x4 Hilux in Cape Town
Replies: 25
Views: 8849

Re: Refurbishing old 4x4 Hilux in Cape Town

Make sure you get the OEM DIAPHRAGM(FOR DIDPHRAGM CHAMBER) part #21173-71030. Look at the diagram, Red arrow. If it not a Toyota part it will not work. 2 months after you install any other part it will fail. Problem you have ask Toyota to import it for you, 9 years ago it was impossible. You can ask...
by LouisZ
Thu Jan 11, 2018 10:41 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Gearbox G52 4Y 4X4 - Cape Town
Replies: 3
Views: 1331

Re: Gearbox G52 4Y 4X4 - Cape Town

Hi

Yes your right. It is a G52. If you are really handy and go pullers and a Hydrolic press yes you can do it.

Its complicated and one have to really as you strip take photos the right sequence.

If your not technical rather take it to a Gearbox repair shop

Louis
by LouisZ
Mon Dec 25, 2017 11:50 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Season's Greetings
Replies: 6
Views: 2418

Re: Season's Greetings

Geseende Kersfees aan Almal. :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
by LouisZ
Wed Dec 20, 2017 2:34 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Side shaft KZTE
Replies: 9
Views: 2008

Re: Side shaft KZTE

To bend a rear shaft you have to literally roll the bakkie or slide into a sidewalk. No way it bends by it self.

+1 on incorrect fitment of rear wheelbearings and seals. Or not good quality parts was used.

I wont let them go ahead on that job. :think:
by LouisZ
Wed Dec 20, 2017 12:44 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 4y Spluttering When Turning Here Off?
Replies: 6
Views: 1922

Re: 4y Spluttering When Turning Here Off?

On a 4y its simple. If it runs on its only ignition timing that is wrong. Check the timing. should not be more than 6 degrees. These days if the engine was redone and the head was done properly, ie, valve stem seals there is no need for an additive to the fuel. Reason, valve stem seals these days ar...
by LouisZ
Fri Dec 15, 2017 2:41 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Engine cutting out
Replies: 80
Views: 12913

Re: Engine cutting out

Mag Adaptors moet jy feitlik die bordjie breek voor dit 'n probleem maak. Hulle gee min moeilikheid.

Iets om na te kyk is die immobiliser. Myne laat uit haal paar jaar gelede omdat die ding my engin laat uitsny het op die lang pad.
by LouisZ
Mon Dec 11, 2017 10:46 am
Forum: Alternative Energy
Topic: Projecta IDC25
Replies: 2
Views: 3264

Re: Projecta IDC25

by LouisZ
Thu Dec 07, 2017 9:28 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: G-Shackles
Replies: 3
Views: 2914

Re: G-Shackles

Kan nie dink dat dit help met gemak nie. Al voordeel van daai as mens 4x4, die shackles sal extent as die wiel afgaan verder as die gewone, meer traksie.

Kort net 'n langer shock dan.
by LouisZ
Thu Dec 07, 2017 9:19 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Long overdue project.
Replies: 309
Views: 137589

Re: Long overdue project.

Jis die projek loop mooi. Tyd is 'n problem deesdae.

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