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- Thu Apr 21, 2022 7:57 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: ‘92 hilux, 2.4D 4x4, single cab
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2132
Re: ‘92 hilux, 2.4D 4x4, single cab
thanks will ask him to call you
- Wed Apr 20, 2022 5:40 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: ‘92 hilux, 2.4D 4x4, single cab
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2132
Re: ‘92 hilux, 2.4D 4x4, single cab
send me your number as I have someone in Middleburg to come and have a look.
- Wed Apr 20, 2022 5:14 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: RIP - Thunder02
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2574
Re: RIP - Thunder02
My condolences to the family may He rest in peace.
- Fri Oct 08, 2021 5:27 pm
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: Clutch alignment tool
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1562
Re: Clutch alignment tool
Some Clutch kits come with them get your spares supplier to find out which one or speak to the gearbox repair guys the may have a damaged spicket shaft.
- Mon Sep 13, 2021 3:58 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: How to choose your SFA when buying, few pointers
- Replies: 26
- Views: 36334
Re: How to choose your SFA when buying, few pointers
22r is brilliant motor
Not sure what Diesel motor you are referring to but for low down grunt farm work the 2.4D will be better depending what you are paying per liter over there.
Not sure what Diesel motor you are referring to but for low down grunt farm work the 2.4D will be better depending what you are paying per liter over there.
- Tue Apr 06, 2021 10:16 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Gear selection problem
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1291
Re: Gear selection problem
sometimes extending the slave push rod does help buy just cutting a blot about 10mm longer then round it off both ends and try.
- Tue Apr 06, 2021 10:13 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Kz te
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1126
Re: Kz te
I would suggest that you fit a EGT gauge as it may be excessive EGT temp.
- Wed Jan 20, 2021 4:48 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Future modifications
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2150
Re: Future modifications
I am in Benoni willing to look at resonable offer.
Also have high presure pump and 2 x Mr turbo management systems.
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Also have high presure pump and 2 x Mr turbo management systems.
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- Tue Jan 19, 2021 7:31 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Future modifications
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2150
Re: Future modifications
The 24/7 Hilux has lunch box lockers do work well.
I do have EFI manifold for the 4y if you are interested did not keep 4y motors that long currently run KZTe in SFA.
I do have EFI manifold for the 4y if you are interested did not keep 4y motors that long currently run KZTe in SFA.
- Fri Jan 08, 2021 10:08 am
- Forum: Toyota Prado 4x4 Forum
- Topic: J90 Prado radiator swop with Vigo Radiator
- Replies: 14
- Views: 4692
Re: J90 Prado radiator swop with Vigo Radiator
do you know what the length breadth and width of the hilux radiator is.
- Wed Nov 25, 2020 1:48 pm
- Forum: 4x2 Hilux's Welcome
- Topic: Tow Strap
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2826
Re: Tow Strap
I buy the 10 ton ratchet strap without the ratchet itself mostly second hand you can pick them up from R40.If required cut the hook off and tie a bow shackle on if necessary but if you going to tie it to either side of the vehicle be careful how you tie it as they can pull extremely tight and you wi...
- Mon Nov 16, 2020 7:20 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Diff and Gearbox Filler Plug
- Replies: 1
- Views: 784
Re: Diff and Gearbox Filler Plug
Metrench Sockets normally deal with those half striped bolts but better to replace.
- Fri Nov 01, 2019 9:09 pm
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: Spookspruit 4x4 Trail: 22 - 24 November 2019
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6731
Re: Spookspruit 4x4 Trail: 22 - 24 November 2019
will check with family but normally just me last time just slept in the front seat to much effort to set up camp.But we had had a good time especially volleyball in the pool.
- Tue Oct 15, 2019 5:53 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Limited slip diff in front axle?
- Replies: 17
- Views: 7684
Re: Limited slip diff in front axle?
My SFA I drive 2H on dirt roads as in the 80's I spent alot of time in Bots and most drove in 2H.
extra fuel and ware and tare for me.
extra fuel and ware and tare for me.
- Tue Oct 15, 2019 5:26 pm
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: 2019 in review.
- Replies: 32
- Views: 7893
Re: 2019 in review.
agree with a lot said did not read everyone comments but agree with a lot said. look we all know money is scares. maybe we should way in on the criteria for a day trip or weekend trip and then see interest. E.G distance from East Rand/Centurion etc track must have escape routes above level 3 ablutio...
- Tue Oct 15, 2019 4:54 pm
- Forum: General Mods
- Topic: Ford V6 conversion
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3849
Re: Ford V6 conversion
4x4 direct has a unit that will rectify the input to output.
- Sun Sep 15, 2019 10:38 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Tyres & Shocks for SFA
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2763
Re: Tyres & Shocks for SFA
I have SFA and for mixed use I would not go bigger than 31"for various reasons. You need to look at full articulation and full lock left and right nose down on one side and see if it would catch. Fuel economy. Damage to components As to the Tyre's I have BF's on at the moment good Tyre but has ...
- Mon Aug 26, 2019 10:59 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: SFA Leaf Spring Noise. Any Ideas?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3386
Re: SFA Leaf Spring Noise. Any Ideas?
Front leaf springs are straight and that is normal back does look a bit tired but would not worry.New pins bushes and copper slip the packs you have got nothing to loose.
- Fri Aug 16, 2019 10:26 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Blad vere
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2508
Re: Blad vere
You can search for camil suspension it comes up.
Also Vanzyl spring works quoted me about 2K for front leafs.
Also Vanzyl spring works quoted me about 2K for front leafs.
- Fri Aug 16, 2019 10:21 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: SFA Front brake kit
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1470
Re: SFA Front brake kit
It is strange that you cannot find a kit I am sure I got mine from Midas try different spares shop.
- Wed Aug 14, 2019 7:49 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Blad vere
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2508
Re: Blad vere
I recently bought Camil coil over shocks in Pretoria after some research and my cousin reassuring me that if I was unhappy with them he would buy them off me.I am so far happy with them.
- Tue Aug 13, 2019 12:20 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Blad vere
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2508
Re: Blad vere
Nick are you talking front and back.
- Mon Jul 15, 2019 8:34 am
- Forum: Web Related Discussions and Suggestions
- Topic: Where can i get good Recon Diff or Second Hand Diff
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5034
Re: Where can i get good Recon Diff or Second Hand Diff
yes agree with Andy that is same as taxi diff as far as I know so there will be very good replacement parts and very bad parts out there i remember when I done the bearings the spares shop pulled a no name brand out and I said try again and they had name brands in stock at a price difference but wor...
- Thu Jul 11, 2019 2:57 pm
- Forum: Web Related Discussions and Suggestions
- Topic: Where can i get good Recon Diff or Second Hand Diff
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5034
Re: Where can i get good Recon Diff or Second Hand Diff
That looks like a import diff which is a very strong diff so you can normally have it re-conned or you can have a look at putting the d4d center portions in for better ratio.
- Tue Jun 25, 2019 9:00 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: 15 inch All Terrain Tyres
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2011
Re: 15 inch All Terrain Tyres
I have a Cousin in Francis town with a fitment center and he fits mostly the Chinese tires to the locals and says they have no problems as said before they have emproved. I think you should phone around as when I looked in December Bridgestone was not a bad price.I am currently swopping over to Gene...
- Thu Jun 13, 2019 11:17 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: The fuel consumption of my Hilux
- Replies: 348
- Views: 363377
Re: The fuel consumption of my Hilux
Vehicle:1988 SFA double cab
KM around 300k
Motor:KZTE with 5LT pump
Tyres 31x10.5x15
Tyre pressure around 2.2 bar
Aircon:no
Canopy:Yes
Open road with venter trailer around 9.5KM/l at 100KM/h true speed
off road and messing around not bad.
KM around 300k
Motor:KZTE with 5LT pump
Tyres 31x10.5x15
Tyre pressure around 2.2 bar
Aircon:no
Canopy:Yes
Open road with venter trailer around 9.5KM/l at 100KM/h true speed
off road and messing around not bad.
- Thu May 16, 2019 11:10 am
- Forum: Any Other Vehicle
- Topic: 2008 yaris service
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4179
Re: 2008 yaris service
i do oil every 15000km air filter and most time plugs but any good multi grade will work but remember the 2nz motor has a small pickup in the sump.
- Thu May 16, 2019 11:07 am
- Forum: Any Other Vehicle
- Topic: 2008 yaris service
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4179
Re: 2008 yaris service
just done my yaris 1.3 at 278000km used shell HX5 hi Milage R305/Plugs R37 each/z212 oil filter R50/air filter R80
and done surpantine belt last one was done on 160000km
and done surpantine belt last one was done on 160000km
- Fri Mar 29, 2019 9:59 am
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: RFAD 30th March 2019 HEIDELBERG 4X4
- Replies: 75
- Views: 22714
Re: RFAD 30th March 2019 HEIDELBERG 4X4
What time are you guys planning on getting to RFAD.
- Mon Mar 18, 2019 8:54 am
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: RFAD 30th March 2019 HEIDELBERG 4X4
- Replies: 75
- Views: 22714
Re: RFAD 30th March 2019 HEIDELBERG 4X4
entryforms sent in
- Tue Mar 12, 2019 7:25 am
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: RFAD 30th March 2019 HEIDELBERG 4X4
- Replies: 75
- Views: 22714
- Thu Feb 28, 2019 10:13 am
- Forum: 4x2 Hilux's Welcome
- Topic: DIY Immobilizer (wanted)
- Replies: 20
- Views: 11567
Re: DIY Immobilizer (wanted)
if the diesel has good compression a lot will start without glow plugs.My father in law was in Balito he did not even Know that he was to wait for glow plug light to go off before starting until a cold morning up here.
- Thu Feb 28, 2019 10:06 am
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: RFAD 30th March 2019 HEIDELBERG 4X4
- Replies: 75
- Views: 22714
Re: RFAD 30th March 2019 HEIDELBERG 4X4
are you still looking for entrees.
- Fri Dec 07, 2018 8:24 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Rear Diff (local humming noise)
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7707
Re: Rear Diff (local humming noise)
rather safe than sorry i guess that it is a gearmax diff take it too a few different places to get quotes or their opinion
- Thu Dec 06, 2018 1:38 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Rear Diff (local humming noise)
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7707
Re: Rear Diff (local humming noise)
on smooth tar weave the vehicle side to side and listen for change in pitch also jack back wheels and feel for play
- Tue Jul 10, 2018 4:58 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: SFA Hilux what to do ??
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2929
Re: SFA Hilux what to do ??
strip motor normally heat size on one or two pistons so you can re bore and put new pistons or new sleaves you are still in for a bit of money.
- Thu May 03, 2018 4:37 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: SFA Brake Booster advise needed.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1195
Re: SFA Brake Booster advise needed.
try bumper to bumper or commercial auto parts.
- Thu Mar 15, 2018 7:31 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Advice needed
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1547
Re: Advice needed
go to 4x4 direct for advise.
- Wed Feb 21, 2018 8:59 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: SFA Tail lights
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2049
Re: SFA Tail lights
Bumper to bumper should also have and most body part suppliers have books so you can identify the vehicle.Comercial auto parts jhb has taxi section just take sample.
- Wed Feb 21, 2018 8:55 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Decarbonising KZTE engine
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2789
Re: Decarbonising KZTE engine
looks like I am not the only one with KZTE problems mine packed up Sunday just outside Witbank had get my wife to tow me in.Previous block droped off at engineering should collect today and start the rebuild.
- Tue Feb 20, 2018 7:37 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: SFA steering box replacement
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4233
Re: SFA steering box replacement
I have a non power steering box as I upgraded mine.From time to time you can get them but are scares.
- Mon Feb 19, 2018 3:28 pm
- Forum: Radios and Licensing
- Topic: Old CB Radios
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3706
Re: Old CB Radios
Some people still use them in your area on 27 uper side band.
- Tue Nov 21, 2017 8:07 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Hilux sfa general questions
- Replies: 20
- Views: 6009
Re: Hilux sfa general questions
Kobus found the 4Y to be a real dog as suggested efi it and then it is a lot better I personally would have rebuilt the ford V6 suggest keep it until you have done a few trips.I am running KZTE in mine at moment.
- Fri Nov 03, 2017 11:58 am
- Forum: Engine conversions (Lexus/7M-GE/3RZ-FE etc)
- Topic: Engine swap possibilities? YN57R 3Y petrol
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4095
Re: Engine swap possibilities? YN57R 3Y petrol
You could fuel inject the motor the 3Y came out with it alternate is kzte I got a Toyota bell housing for my conversion.
- Fri Nov 03, 2017 11:54 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Knocking Engine Noise 2004 Hilux 1KZ-TE
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4538
Re: Knocking Engine Noise 2004 Hilux 1KZ-TE
I had similar issue and news was not good it was rings that had collapsed on no1 piston.Suggest you can also do a compression test.
- Fri Nov 03, 2017 11:35 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: KZte battles to start after a few days of being parked
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3729
Re: KZte battles to start after a few days of being parked
The cheapest way I found is put a electric in line fuel pump and connected to ignition this way it will deliver fuel to pump.My stepfathers ML270 had very similar issues and this solved it.
- Fri Nov 03, 2017 11:26 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Power steering issues merc 300d 5cl into sfa
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4369
Re: Power steering issues merc 300d 5cl into sfa
Tony I used a QD32 pump on my SFA and I am sure that is for rack power steering.must add when I fitted it I had to move steering right to left for a while to get it working.
- Thu Sep 21, 2017 11:57 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: where is my Coolant going?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4708
Re: where is my Coolant going?
just rebuilt a kzte but block also suspect loosing water there as well.I could see the difference in hose pressure between old motor and this motor will have to fork R650 out for a gasket again and have another look.Also you can try pulling injectors out as if a cylinder is burning water it changes ...
- Wed Aug 30, 2017 10:48 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Starter Motor KZTE
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1541
Re: Starter Motor KZTE
Robbert what is the starter doing as earthing and the two positive supplies are crucial I have a 70 amp relay on mine.The recon unit is a good way to go.
- Wed Aug 30, 2017 10:41 am
- Forum: Other Vehicles
- Topic: Any alarm/anti hijack technicians around?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 10382
Re: Any alarm/anti hijack technicians around?
phone around for a new alarm to be fitted I think I paid R1600 for my sfa because insurance demanded it.Then you have new remotes/alarm and a guarantee.If you are still looking someone I could ask my brother he worked in the Cape for 8 years for Netstar.
- Tue May 30, 2017 9:08 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 3.0 d4d engine
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2100
Re: 3.0 d4d engine
phone the scrap yards they have to keep all the records of the vehicles they get in including kilos.So if you take the time you will find a low kilo motor for a bit more than normal retail.
- Fri May 19, 2017 11:19 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: General questions about the sfa.
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2910
Re: General questions about the sfa.
if it is town and farm short open road travel 2.4D on a uphill a donkey cart will overtake you.4y with efi is alright as to the people that have them.had a ford V6 in my SFA alright better than 4y.Driven WL(2.5d ford)nice motor and simple to maintain.Have got kZTE in my SFA with manual pump(5LT) run...
- Wed May 10, 2017 10:30 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Advice on tyres
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2583
Re: Advice on tyres
At least you wont cry if you slice a side wall and depending on use but I would give them a go.
- Thu Mar 23, 2017 7:44 pm
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: 4x4 Fun Day - Northam
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5282
Re: 4x4 Fun Day - Northam
Greg do they not have a web site some do not do face female dog
- Thu Mar 23, 2017 7:38 pm
- Forum: Toyota Surf & 4Runner
- Topic: Radiator Replacement Post
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5442
Re: Radiator Replacement Post
if the surf is the same as the SFA in front some fit kzte radiator I run a kzte in a SFA/hips and it works.
- Mon Mar 13, 2017 3:17 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Steering wheel replacement
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3328
Re: Steering wheel replacement
Midas does nice covers had the same on my Isuzu.
- Fri Mar 10, 2017 9:24 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Cracked fuel injector
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2467
Re: Cracked fuel injector
Does 2350 70028 make any sense.
- Thu Mar 02, 2017 11:49 am
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: Reach for a dream 2017 4x4 fun day
- Replies: 105
- Views: 22531
Re: Reach for a dream 2017 4x4 fun day
Greg got mail back from RFAD all good.
- Thu Mar 02, 2017 9:37 am
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Gear Change
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2014
Re: Gear Change
Andy I think you are correct what I would do if it was my box is drain oil and fill it with ATF to see if it makes a diffrence.
- Thu Mar 02, 2017 9:21 am
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: Reach for a dream 2017 4x4 fun day
- Replies: 105
- Views: 22531
Re: Reach for a dream 2017 4x4 fun day
Had no feedback from the RFAD people has anyone had a confirmation mail.