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by Mud Dog
Sat Mar 16, 2024 2:32 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: My Hilux Camper build
Replies: 37
Views: 13293

Re: My Hilux Camper build

Here it is Wade :winkx:
by Mud Dog
Sat Mar 16, 2024 2:24 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: water flow/heater core
Replies: 10
Views: 111

Re: water flow/heater core

:thumbup:
by Mud Dog
Sat Mar 16, 2024 10:27 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: water flow/heater core
Replies: 10
Views: 111

Re: water flow/heater core

If you have one that has inlet / outlet on the wrong sides then simply mount it upside down. It wont affect the functionality of the valve, just makes cable connection a bit awkward.
by Mud Dog
Wed Mar 13, 2024 10:36 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: water flow/heater core
Replies: 10
Views: 111

Re: water flow/heater core

I hope that the valve control cable is still there ... expensive from agents. You could make one up if needs be ... must be the solid wire core, not braided.
by Mud Dog
Wed Mar 13, 2024 10:33 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: water flow/heater core
Replies: 10
Views: 111

Re: water flow/heater core

Just a premature suggestion, (depending on what you do or don't find), if you need a valve, just get a VW Golf one from Goldwagen ... cheapest option and they work very well. You may just have to make a new screw hole in the firewall to mount it .... needs at least two screws and the original hole w...
by Mud Dog
Wed Mar 13, 2024 10:26 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: water flow/heater core
Replies: 10
Views: 111

Re: water flow/heater core

There should definitely be a valve for water flow. There are two components, the flap which controls air flow from outside and the valve that opens / closes water flow to the heater core. Both of these are normally cable operated but in later model vehicles the flap is often controlled by electrical...
by Mud Dog
Sat Mar 09, 2024 9:37 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: water flow/heater core
Replies: 10
Views: 111

Re: water flow/heater core

Is the heater valve opening and closing as it should? After being closed for a long period of time it could very well be stuck. That's the first thing I would check. If that's working as it should then disconnect the pipe from the valve on the motor side and start the motor to see if water is indeed...
by Mud Dog
Sat Feb 24, 2024 7:48 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Hilux KZTE 3L 4x4, stiff Differential or Transfer Case?
Replies: 5
Views: 234

Re: Hilux KZTE 3L 4x4, stiff Differential or Transfer Case?

Hi and welcome Daniel. A most unusual problem that I've not come across before. It sounds to me like there might be some diff "wind-up". Of course this is just a guess, but it can occur if there has been a diff replacement of an incorrect diff ratio (do you know the history of the vehicle?...
by Mud Dog
Thu Feb 15, 2024 2:43 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Where to penetrate the bin
Replies: 5
Views: 268

Re: Where to penetrate the bin

Just bear in mind that wherever you might need to make a hole for wiring, That you fit a rubber grommet so that there won't be chaffing of the insulation over time. The battery cables are quite thick so I would make two separate holes, one for each cable ... you will also get a good seal that way, w...
by Mud Dog
Tue Feb 06, 2024 11:00 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Can I swap a 1989 22r 2WD 4 speed transmission with a 1994 22re 2WD 5 speed transmission?
Replies: 1
Views: 221

Re: Can I swap a 1989 22r 2WD 4 speed transmission with a 1994 22re 2WD 5 speed transmission?

Hi Kathy and welcome. An interesting question to which I cannot give you a ready answer but maybe someone out there has done / tried this before and can give some definitive advice. What I will say is that which comes to mind and the first thing is whether you want to use the old bell housing and cl...
by Mud Dog
Wed Jan 31, 2024 10:21 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Query: 1995 SFA DC 22R Passenger Wiring?
Replies: 2
Views: 226

Re: Query: 1995 SFA DC 22R Passenger Wiring?

Some creative wiring going on there for sure .... they should definitely not be bridged as that would probably create a dead short .... could be that the black earth wire has been "re-purposed" as a feed to something else or there was some kind of relay that has been by-passed. You would h...
by Mud Dog
Wed Jan 31, 2024 10:05 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: New member with some 4y questions
Replies: 5
Views: 323

Re: New member with some 4y questions

The sub assemblies should be the same and most likely the head as well. Things to watch out for are: • as Eric said, the sumps can be different which would mean that the oil pick-ups would also differ, but those are usually straight forward swaps with your existing motor ... just make sure that the ...
by Mud Dog
Tue Jan 23, 2024 5:14 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 2011 3.0 D4D Intermittent pulling to the right
Replies: 2
Views: 376

Re: 2011 3.0 D4D Intermittent pulling to the right

Hi Doug. A very strange and unusual problem indeed. I'm not very familiar with later model Hilux's ... still old school SFA. So I'm taking a complete shot in the dark here when I say that this sounds to me more like an intermittent electrical issue rather than a mechanical one. Mechanical problems a...
by Mud Dog
Mon Jun 19, 2023 1:26 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: KZTE Gearbox
Replies: 3
Views: 1003

Re: KZTE Gearbox

If you don't come right there then try Mayfair.
by Mud Dog
Mon Jun 05, 2023 9:25 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Not Downloaded yet
Replies: 2
Views: 978

Re: Not Downloaded yet

Check pic format and size ??? ... should be 800 x 600 .jpg Just a thought.
by Mud Dog
Mon Jun 05, 2023 9:21 pm
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: Guess who is back
Replies: 4
Views: 1477

Re: Guess who is back

Welcome back Francisco !! :thumbup:
by Mud Dog
Tue Jan 17, 2023 1:03 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Hilux yn parts
Replies: 5
Views: 1298

Re: Hilux yn parts

Midas and Autoboys used to keep generic stock.
by Mud Dog
Tue Jan 17, 2023 12:53 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Brakes shudder or does not release while parking/ maneuvering
Replies: 3
Views: 820

Re: Brakes shudder or does not release while parking/ maneuvering

Glad to hear that you got it sorted. :thumbup: Just keep it in mind should you start experiencing similar symptoms again. If it has happened once, it can happen again .... especially if there is excessive wear or damage on any of the brake mechanism components in the drum. It may however just be an ...
by Mud Dog
Tue Jan 10, 2023 1:15 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Brakes shudder or does not release while parking/ maneuvering
Replies: 3
Views: 820

Re: Brakes shudder or does not release while parking/ maneuvering

Hi and welcome. If your brakes are binding, first thing is to check out which wheel/s are getting hot, if any. Walk around the vehicle after a short drive and feel all the hubs for heat. If none of them are getting hot then it's more likely to be the rear and could be related to the parking brake me...
by Mud Dog
Fri Dec 02, 2022 2:30 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Toyota Hilux bump steer shake
Replies: 6
Views: 864

Re: Toyota Hilux bump steer shake

It could also be a warped brake disc. Not altogether uncommon. Happens if the disc is hot from heavy braking and then gets splashed with cold water. In such cases the warp is not readily seen by eye, but if it's there, the caliper which is static will force the steering to jerk back and fro.
by Mud Dog
Fri Nov 25, 2022 4:21 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 1GR-FE in SFA
Replies: 1
Views: 453

Re: 1GR-FE in SFA

Anything s possible with the right tools (big hammer). :laugh2: If you're considering fitting one to the '86 hilux, forget it ..... unless you really want to empty the bank account. The torque and power is way too much for the old drive train. You would have to replace it all and then what do you do...
by Mud Dog
Fri Nov 25, 2022 4:00 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Toyota Hilux bump steer shake
Replies: 6
Views: 864

Re: Toyota Hilux bump steer shake

More than anything else mentioned, this sounds more like a tyre / wheel problem. Is one of the rims perhaps buckled / out of true? Are the front rims both seated properly?
by Mud Dog
Thu Oct 06, 2022 12:07 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Hilux no 4x4 working
Replies: 4
Views: 853

Re: Hilux no 4x4 working

The later models that have electric engagement make use of an ADD (Automatic Diff De-coupler) on the front diff. The problem you're having is usually a poor connection or the ADD unit is gummed up. Cleaning up the connections would be the first thing to check and at the same time to verify that ther...
by Mud Dog
Wed Oct 05, 2022 10:26 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Hard to select 1st and 2nd Gear
Replies: 5
Views: 1513

Re: Hard to select 1st and 2nd Gear

My memory fails me at this point but there have been threads here in the past that address this issue. Just do a search. Hope you come right. :winkx:
by Mud Dog
Tue Oct 04, 2022 4:16 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Hard to select 1st and 2nd Gear
Replies: 5
Views: 1513

Re: Hard to select 1st and 2nd Gear

Sounds like syncro's are worn. Sometimes changing the gear oil viscosity helps.
by Mud Dog
Sun Sep 25, 2022 10:41 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Soft Sand Driving
Replies: 7
Views: 2211

Re: Soft Sand Driving

When I was with the military in SWA and Angola we used to do continuous eight hour (plus) runs through that soft sand with unimogs, buffels, hippo's, elands and samils ...... all diesels with wheels, not tracks .... in 30°+. And those things were heavy as well. No problems and I seriously doubt that...
by Mud Dog
Sun Sep 18, 2022 10:15 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Brake booster substitute
Replies: 2
Views: 625

Re: Brake booster substitute

You can replace with the booster from the KZ shape. If memory serves correctly you have to drill one or two new holes for the mounting bolts against the fire-wall. You would also have to use the KZ type master cylinder ... the old one wont fit the booster. Braking is also improved a bit by doing thi...
by Mud Dog
Fri Sep 09, 2022 1:42 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 2.7 "dead" cylinder need advice pls
Replies: 3
Views: 675

Re: 2.7 "dead" cylinder need advice pls

It does sound like it's a valve problem. 300K kilo's is nothing for those motors, so an engine replacement is not even a reasonable option. Other possibilities for compression loss are that there is a crack in the head or the head gasket is blown on that cylinder, both of which are unlikely if you'r...
by Mud Dog
Wed Sep 07, 2022 6:09 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Hilux struggling too fire
Replies: 2
Views: 1310

Re: Hilux struggling too fire

Start up problems are mostly glow plug related but this doesn't explain it cutting out on you. It is however possible that the cutting out and the starting problems are two unrelated problems. Incorrect fuelling could also be a possibility. Have you noticed any unusual smoking at the exhaust? I woul...
by Mud Dog
Sat Sep 03, 2022 7:49 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: SFA with EFI mod - struggles to start
Replies: 9
Views: 1281

Re: SFA with EFI mod - struggles to start

Good to hear that Rudi. Hope that the problem is solved now. :thumbup:
by Mud Dog
Tue Aug 30, 2022 2:08 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: SFA with EFI mod - struggles to start
Replies: 9
Views: 1281

Re: SFA with EFI mod - struggles to start

I'm not a fundi with EFI but I assume from your map that you're not making use of a cold start valve. In such a case cold start fuel enrichment is done through the injectors. Those values could be either too low or even too high. What one could maybe try is manual priming by pouring a small cap full...
by Mud Dog
Wed Aug 17, 2022 1:05 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Suspension
Replies: 4
Views: 721

Re: Suspension

Found my old write-up here ...... viewtopic.php?f=3&t=28052&p=331711
by Mud Dog
Wed Aug 17, 2022 12:58 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Suspension
Replies: 4
Views: 721

Re: Suspension

Sounds like it's the rear springs from what you're saying but also bear in mind that if the front springs are unevenly sprung then the rear will also be out. You can check and eliminate that possibility by jacking up the rear ... must be a central jacking point like the diff. If the front stands lev...
by Mud Dog
Wed Aug 17, 2022 1:01 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Hilux no 4x4 working
Replies: 4
Views: 853

Re: Hilux no 4x4 working

Take it to Dylan at Alex Motors (old Cambridge goods sheds area). He had one of those models himself and knows them pretty well.
by Mud Dog
Sun Aug 14, 2022 6:49 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Absent Members
Replies: 7
Views: 1679

Re: Absent Members

:thumbup:
by Mud Dog
Wed Aug 10, 2022 9:02 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Absent Members
Replies: 7
Views: 1679

Re: Absent Members

Hi Alvino. There are two entities, the forum (free) and then the club (R160 p.a.). You're obviously a forum member already but have you joined the club? Stickers are reserved for club members. Club members usernames appear in blue the same way that moderator usernames appear in orange .... yours is ...
by Mud Dog
Thu Aug 04, 2022 7:29 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Absent Members
Replies: 7
Views: 1679

Re: Absent Members

Hi Guys ...... I'm still around. Don't have the same amount of time available to me that I had previously due to family health problems ..... but I still pop my head in here every now and again. :winkx:
by Mud Dog
Thu May 12, 2022 2:35 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 1995 SFA single cab raider 22R petrol engine water crossing misfire issue
Replies: 1
Views: 543

Re: 1995 SFA single cab raider 22R petrol engine water crossing misfire issue

That's very strange indeed. Issues like that are normally attributed to HT electrical leakage (plugs, leads, dizzy and coil) but could also be the normal 12V supply to the coil as well. Maybe try spraying from underneath with the hose instead of from the top. What's the condition of the air-box and ...
by Mud Dog
Mon Feb 21, 2022 4:21 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Need urgent advice
Replies: 8
Views: 1988

Re: Need urgent advice

The old 5L motors were notoriously sluggish and not very fuel efficient. A rebuild is definitely an option but I would also look at replacing it with a Ford WL 2.5lit motor. Now I'm not a Ford fan but those were good motors that outperformed the 5L in both power and economy (later technology). In ad...
by Mud Dog
Thu Feb 03, 2022 9:53 pm
Forum: Any Other Vehicle
Topic: toyota 4y
Replies: 15
Views: 10080

Re: toyota 4y

Could be that the cam followers are a bit worn. Having replaced the lifters addresses only one end of the hydraulic "cells" and if the followers are a bit worn then there is still some pressure loss through the bigger worn tolerances. Mechanically it's not a problem and the motor will stil...
by Mud Dog
Mon Jan 03, 2022 12:46 am
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: New
Replies: 2
Views: 1666

Re: New

Welcome aboard John. :thumbup:
by Mud Dog
Thu Sep 23, 2021 6:50 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: 1990 SFA Engine Conversion
Replies: 35
Views: 7287

Re: 1990 SFA Engine Conversion

Ahh ....just saw what looked like the Gonubie KFC in that pic. Now you should join the local guys and show off that machine of yours. :winkx:

It started off as a Hilux group on watsapp but now there are all sorts and the lux's are being outnumbered. :D:
by Mud Dog
Thu Sep 23, 2021 3:52 pm
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: 1990 SFA Engine Conversion
Replies: 35
Views: 7287

Re: 1990 SFA Engine Conversion

Cool. You in Gonubie?
by Mud Dog
Thu Sep 23, 2021 12:29 am
Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
Topic: 1990 SFA Engine Conversion
Replies: 35
Views: 7287

Re: 1990 SFA Engine Conversion

Hi Justin. Looking very good so far, keep it up! :thumbup:

What tubing have you used for the bumper and who did your bending?

If not already in your plans, it might be worthwhile considering incorporating a winch box in that bumper. A stinger will also look great. :winkx:
by Mud Dog
Tue Sep 21, 2021 12:21 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3Y or 4Y Turbo
Replies: 9
Views: 1218

Re: 3Y or 4Y Turbo

:laugh2:
by Mud Dog
Tue Sep 21, 2021 12:07 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: You Drive Me Crazy !!!
Replies: 39
Views: 8034

Re: You Drive Me Crazy !!!

Agree with Eric about Old Man Emu. Had it in two of my off-roaders (both SFA) and the ride comfort was dramatically improved. That is however a side benefit ... the real benefits are improved approach, departure and break-over angles due to the raised ride height, as well as better axle articulation...
by Mud Dog
Mon Sep 20, 2021 11:47 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: New member - Nick from Jozi
Replies: 2
Views: 1299

Re: New member - Nick from Jozi

Welcome Nicholas! :thumbup:
by Mud Dog
Mon Sep 20, 2021 11:43 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Radiator fills up water reservoir and engine overheats. What's the cause of this.
Replies: 3
Views: 870

Re: Radiator fills up water reservoir and engine overheats. What's the cause of this.

Most often head gasket or sometimes even cracked cylinder head. in such cases exhaust and / or compression gasses are entering the water jacket and pressurising the cooling system to the point that the coolant is forced past the cap, into (and overflowing) the water reservoir bottle. There are a num...
by Mud Dog
Tue Jun 29, 2021 10:20 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Electronic dizzy connection
Replies: 0
Views: 974

Electronic dizzy connection

Hi Claude, Thanks for the feedback. Appreciated, and happy to hear that you have a resolution to the problem. Yep, you never know if someone else will encounter the same problem and ideally the info should be on the forum where it can be searched and referenced. I'm sure that you have no objection t...
by Mud Dog
Wed Jun 09, 2021 9:21 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: OEM vs non-OEM
Replies: 1
Views: 2050

Re: OEM vs non-OEM

Four years after the Competition Commission started engagements with the automotive aftermarket, its guidelines for the sector are finally about to go into force. It’s been a long time coming and key players in the sector are said to be neither particularly delighted, nor unhappy about it, but when ...
by Mud Dog
Thu Jun 03, 2021 8:37 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Injector cleaner makes
Replies: 4
Views: 2272

Re: Injector cleaner makes

The dealerships often add huge mark-ups for what is essentially the same product you can get over the counter, just vehicle brand packaged. However, there's of course differing qualities and you can be assured (for the most part) that the stuff from dealerships is of a better standard. The huge diff...
by Mud Dog
Thu Jun 03, 2021 8:29 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: DIY Hilux offroad bumper - Monty Style
Replies: 9
Views: 3156

Re: DIY Hilux offroad bumper - Monty Style

Nicely done!! :thumbup:
by Mud Dog
Tue May 25, 2021 9:58 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Super Bargain (I think)
Replies: 3
Views: 2087

Re: Super Bargain (I think)

I think that anything below 3K would be a bargain, but I'm guessing that you got it for a lot less than that. ........ 1½K ?? (Then you stole it! :D: )
by Mud Dog
Wed May 19, 2021 11:13 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Hilux 4x4 DC d4d unexplained vibration
Replies: 11
Views: 2897

Re: Hilux 4x4 DC d4d unexplained vibration

Hi Kobus. Yeah, those are the obvious and first things to have checked out. I would also have a second opinion on the drive shafts ... (some guys are not too thorough or could have even missed something) ... paying attention to excessive play on the centre carrier bearing, the slip-joints on both pr...
by Mud Dog
Wed Apr 28, 2021 10:47 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: My new wheels
Replies: 8
Views: 2307

Re: My new wheels

:thumbup:
by Mud Dog
Wed Apr 28, 2021 10:43 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: Joke of the day
Replies: 3707
Views: 893942

Re: Joke of the day

:slap: :laugh2:
by Mud Dog
Wed Jan 27, 2021 11:48 am
Forum: Toyota Fortuner 4x4 Forum
Topic: 2010 Fortuner rear diff lock actuator giving error codes
Replies: 2
Views: 1778

Re: 2010 Fortuner rear diff lock actuator giving error codes

Hi John. The electric actuators are prone to becoming "sticky", mostly due to water ingress which turns the grease inside into goo. I would suggest that as a first step to remove, strip, clean, re-lube and re-fit the actuator. Hopefully that will solve the problem. :winkx:

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