Hilux modification market research – feedback required
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Hilux modification market research – feedback required
this is one for all you guys that liked the arctic truck
this is my own home grown customised Hilux it has
1) 35 x 12.5 R 15 bfg all terrain tyres on 15 x 10jj mags
2) 2 inch body lift
3) 2 inch suspension lift
4) customised fibreglass wide wheel arches / over fenders
5) and a whole lot of modifying that goes with fitting the above
I would appreciate it if you will look at the pictures and send any feedback
that you have both positive and negative as I am doing this as market research
so as to ascertain if I must start up a business building these hiluxes .
ps next step is a rotrex supercharger
thanks
chez
this is my own home grown customised Hilux it has
1) 35 x 12.5 R 15 bfg all terrain tyres on 15 x 10jj mags
2) 2 inch body lift
3) 2 inch suspension lift
4) customised fibreglass wide wheel arches / over fenders
5) and a whole lot of modifying that goes with fitting the above
I would appreciate it if you will look at the pictures and send any feedback
that you have both positive and negative as I am doing this as market research
so as to ascertain if I must start up a business building these hiluxes .
ps next step is a rotrex supercharger
thanks
chez
Re: Hilux modification market research – feedback required
Chez, looks neat, I like Not 100% sure I like the rim selection, but that's just my personal opinion.
Now the big question.......costs?
Now the big question.......costs?
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I like the fender flares more than those on the Arctic Trucks, it looks a lot better, not so bulgy. You make your own?
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You can't go wrong here.
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Chez, seeing as you developed the fender flares yourself, here is a tip.
If you can develop and produce fender flares for the SFA Hilux, that are not too bulky and looks almost like those on the IFS Hilux, then I am sure you'll pick up quite a few sales here on the forum.
If you can develop and produce fender flares for the SFA Hilux, that are not too bulky and looks almost like those on the IFS Hilux, then I am sure you'll pick up quite a few sales here on the forum.
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Re: Hilux modification market research – feedback required
Ek stem saam ThysThysdJ wrote:Chez, seeing as you developed the fender flares yourself, here is a tip.
If you can develop and produce fender flares for the SFA Hilux, that are not too bulky and looks almost like those on the IFS Hilux, then I am sure you'll pick up quite a few sales here on the forum.
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yes im sure i could make them just need a doner vehicle to take templates off
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Come fetch mine..numbi wrote:yes im sure i could make them just need a doner vehicle to take templates off
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Re: Hilux modification market research – feedback required
Chez, it seems that there are a couple people that is contemplating this business. I read in the latest LW that Pa Bear is also playing with the same ideas. I don't necessary think it's a bad thing to have more than one set up offering! I guess Price, and the quality of the upgrade could set you apart. For instance, what suspension upgrade to you offer? Has it been tested in rough conditions? I remember reading a test that Giniel de Villiers did on the Artic Trucks conversion vs the LA Sport Nivara. And the Nivara came second best due to suspension and choice of tires. +- R200 000 is a lot to spend if you don't know what you are buying! So if it's not tested buy a couple of Hilux 'ers and Overland 'ers then I would find it hard to lay out that cash!
So for me, put your creation to the test, before offering it to the public. Find your niche to what the others are offering. There is definitely a market for this, but not everyone would just spend that money because of looks, or flares that looks better than the next guys.
So for me, put your creation to the test, before offering it to the public. Find your niche to what the others are offering. There is definitely a market for this, but not everyone would just spend that money because of looks, or flares that looks better than the next guys.
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Im interested in how you can clear 35x12.5" wide tyres on a 10" wide wheel on the bodymount with just a 2" suspension and 2" body and still expect any form of decent suspension travel?
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thanks swartvark
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Has this project crashed & burned???????
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Only about one month has gone by since started so maybe still early days?zepplin wrote:Has this project crashed & burned???????
First thing I'd like to have on my Hilux is some way to change the gearbox that it will turn the 265/75/16 tyres in 5 th gear......... The 2.5 is not ideally geared in 5th for that. Then I'd love a set of thOse flash fender flares PLEASE.
I don't know about the body lift cause then I have to lift front and rear bumpers.......
Now firstly I want to paint Dreadnought traffic cone orange.......
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Chez, looks great. I'd definitely be interested in flares for the SFA, if you decide to make them.
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Looks good. I think the key for success will be the costs. Keep it low and your in business.
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Wow!
that looks Gorgeous!
hows the road holding though with it being so high?
and power with having to turn those beeg wheels?
that looks Gorgeous!
hows the road holding though with it being so high?
and power with having to turn those beeg wheels?
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thanks for the comments guys keep them coming as for the last few questions i am going to do everything in my power to keep the cost as low as possible
as for the handeling i am cornering without any problems at 130km/h true speed and i have taken it to 165 km/h true speed but i think the 2.7 vvti would do great with the supercharger . will post a few more pics this week
thanks chez
as for the handeling i am cornering without any problems at 130km/h true speed and i have taken it to 165 km/h true speed but i think the 2.7 vvti would do great with the supercharger . will post a few more pics this week
thanks chez
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te moooii!!!!!!! !!!!!!!
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Chez, what happened to the SFA flares? You still working on them?
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I was wondering that same thing!ThysdJ wrote:Chez, what happened to the SFA flares? You still working on them?
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• ARB Bullbar
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• Custom replacement bumper
• Midas driving lights
• Front Runner bakkie slide
• National Luna 80l fridge/freezer
• National Luna Dual Battery System
• LA Sport 70l long range tank
• 2x40W Solar panels with PWM controller
• 31" BFG KM3's
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• ARB Bullbar
• Safari Snorkel
• GearMax Rear Locker
• Dragon 29 MHz with 2.6m whip
• Front Runner bakkie slide
• 31" BFG KM2's
Hings (Everyday use and long distance travel)
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• Level-it kit (Front)
• Custom integrated bullbar
• Custom replacement bumper
• Midas driving lights
• Front Runner bakkie slide
• National Luna 80l fridge/freezer
• National Luna Dual Battery System
• LA Sport 70l long range tank
• 2x40W Solar panels with PWM controller
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oxydog wrote:I was wondering that same thing!ThysdJ wrote:Chez, what happened to the SFA flares? You still working on them?
Nou wonder ek ook!
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I think it is safe to assume this is not going to happen...
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hi guys i just thought i would let any one know that is following this post that i am selling this bakkie now go to the secondhand corner and you will find all the details
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Dit is ongelooflik mooi.Hilux lyk stunning.Nou is ek jaloers