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by glevey
Tue Sep 21, 2010 3:01 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: SA4x4 Poll: Vote for you favourite forum
Replies: 84
Views: 6189

Re: SA4x4 Poll: Vote for you favourite forum

It just goes to show the power of advertising.

Most of the forums have requests out there to vote - this forum as well.

The question is "Where are the other 3800 odd members of this forum"?

Cheers
by glevey
Tue Aug 18, 2009 10:41 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Steering lock and ignition assembly
Replies: 3
Views: 1023

Steering lock and ignition assembly

Hi All

I am looking for the above for a 1988 Hilux 4x4 2.2.

Or does anyone have any other solution. The whole assembly has been damaged.

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Sat May 16, 2009 10:10 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Rear axle for 1988 Hilux 2200 4x4 D/C
Replies: 8
Views: 1798

Re: Rear axle for 1988 Hilux 2200 4x4 D/C

Thanks for the offer Jack, but I needed one urgently, but managed to find one complete the other day. I have just had a call from the recovery people that they have now entered the country with the vehicle. They went up yesterday morning with the axle to replace the broken one. Thanks to all who rep...
by glevey
Mon May 11, 2009 11:33 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Rear axle for 1988 Hilux 2200 4x4 D/C
Replies: 8
Views: 1798

Re: Rear axle for 1988 Hilux 2200 4x4 D/C

Tks Eric will do so

Cheers
by glevey
Mon May 11, 2009 3:49 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Rear axle for 1988 Hilux 2200 4x4 D/C
Replies: 8
Views: 1798

Re: Rear axle for 1988 Hilux 2200 4x4 D/C

Re my previous post

Can anyone tell me what the diff ratio of the 1988 model should be.

Phoned one-tonner spares and they said there were different ratios for that model (is it true)???

Cheers
by glevey
Mon May 11, 2009 3:41 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Rear axle for 1988 Hilux 2200 4x4 D/C
Replies: 8
Views: 1798

Rear axle for 1988 Hilux 2200 4x4 D/C

Hi All I am looking for the complete rear axle for above vehicle. It has the imported axle I have to transport it to Zimbabwe were my vehicle is stranded at the moment. It has been there for 1 1/2 weeks and the insurance tried to recover it but say they cannot because of the terrein and it needs to ...
by glevey
Tue Feb 03, 2009 12:21 am
Forum: Competitions
Topic: Hilux Competition - Win a Hilux
Replies: 223
Views: 49764

Re: Hilux Competition - Win a Hilux

Congratulations Cassie

Cheers
by glevey
Sun Jan 25, 2009 1:12 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Garmin
Replies: 27
Views: 3314

Re: Garmin

with regards to T4A, you must realise that each track/road displayed on the mapset has been GPS recorded by at least 3 different people/ sets of data. Tracks are not traced from other maps etc. Everything with T4A is done at ground zero. Individual tiles can be bought for the different regions, but ...
by glevey
Sun Jan 25, 2009 8:05 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Garmin
Replies: 27
Views: 3314

Re: Garmin

Hi Andy Do not write off T4A. If you are going to travel in the "far away places", you will not find a better mapset than T4A. There is nothing at the moment that comes near to T4A for rural travel (bush travel) At the moment for urban travel the other mapsets are better, but that is chang...
by glevey
Wed Jan 21, 2009 11:10 pm
Forum: Places to go
Topic: Where to go to in Botswana
Replies: 1
Views: 717

Re: Where to go to in Botswana

Hi Niel

Look at http://www.overland.co.za and go to trip reports and select Botswana.

There are plenty of nice places, 2 many to mention

Cheers
by glevey
Tue Jan 20, 2009 12:46 pm
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: karee krans.
Replies: 128
Views: 13467

Re: karee krans.

I reckon the Koster road.

Cheers
by glevey
Tue Jan 20, 2009 9:05 am
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: karee krans.
Replies: 128
Views: 13467

Re: karee krans.

Hi Scot

No special reason at all. I do not like using the same route twice so always try and find an alternative. Either way is ok. I went there via Rustenberg and came back via Koster

Cheers
by glevey
Fri Jan 16, 2009 9:34 pm
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: karee krans.
Replies: 128
Views: 13467

Re: karee krans.

Tks Eric. I shall remember

Cheers
by glevey
Fri Jan 16, 2009 7:20 pm
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: karee krans.
Replies: 128
Views: 13467

Re: karee krans.

What am I doing wrong. I attached the file, but do not see it in my previous post.
If not, anyone who wants can sent me an email at glevey@gmail.com

Cheers
by glevey
Fri Jan 16, 2009 7:04 pm
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: karee krans.
Replies: 128
Views: 13467

Re: karee krans.

You guys must enjoy. Karee Krans is a loverly trail and Robert is very friendly.
Please tell Robert I say HI, I met him when I evaluated the trail for Drive Out.

You will all have a great experience.

Here is my tracklog to Karee Krans if anyone wants to use

Cheers
by glevey
Mon Jan 12, 2009 11:41 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Dual Battery tests on 35mm cables
Replies: 15
Views: 2393

Re: Dual Battery tests on 35mm cables

Hi Gertc The best is to run 2 cables +ve & -ve directly from your solenoid to your second battery. I also use welding cable and the volt drop is hardly anything. Do not use the engine or chassis earth. That is the way I understand it. Chers Geoff Levey PC Panic cc ZS6GRL (WAZS) Vice Chairman - W...
by glevey
Sun Dec 21, 2008 10:44 pm
Forum: Camping gear, Trailers and Other Non-electronic Gadgets
Topic: Solar Panels for charging
Replies: 37
Views: 6782

Re: Solar Panels for charging

Contact Renzo at www.bushpower.co.za. He is an expert in this field and has also designed some flexible panels as well. You will not be sorry if you contact him Cheers Geoff Levey PC Panic cc ZS6GRL (WAZS) Vice Chairman - West Rand Amateur Radio Club (ZS6WR) GP 0717 - Professional 4X4 Overland &...
by glevey
Fri Sep 12, 2008 1:20 am
Forum: Trail Reports
Topic: Hennops Offroad !
Replies: 15
Views: 3169

Re: Hennops Offroad !

Hi there
Here are some pics from my trip to Hennops last year.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/geoffrey_l ... 215160214/

Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Wed Aug 06, 2008 9:32 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: LA Sport PRO 4x4 - TV series
Replies: 165
Views: 10114

Re: LA Sport PRO 4x4 - TV series

Tristan I agree with you. But all these type of shows are the same viz. the company is the highlight, bugger the rest. That is why I do not bother watching them.

Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Tue May 27, 2008 11:42 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: Pimp my ride
Replies: 19
Views: 5173

Re: Pimp my ride

Here are pics of my "pimped ride"

http://www.flickr.com/photos/geoffrey_l ... 459032304/


Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Thu May 15, 2008 7:09 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: EWALD CRUISER
Replies: 28
Views: 3414

Re: EWALD CRUISER

Very nice Ewald. I hope you have many hassle free kilos with it.
This cruiser, not yours, is going to be my next vehicle

Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Wed May 14, 2008 5:59 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: Show everyone a pic of your truck
Replies: 34
Views: 4402

Re: Show everyone a pic of your truck

Some of mine. Not attached but go to following page

http://www.flickr.com/photos/geoffrey_l ... 246822648/

Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Tue May 13, 2008 7:26 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: The fuel consumption of my Hilux
Replies: 347
Views: 354625

Re: The fuel consumption of my Hilux

Vehicle: Toyota Hilux D/C 1988 Km's on the clock: 356 ???km Motor: 2.2lt 4Y Vehicle lift/ suspension: Not sure Tyres: 31 BF Carb mod/ spacers?: weber 32/36 DGV Air filter: Donaldson Snorkel?: YES EFI?: No Cam cut?: No Exhaust mod?: Branch Fitted Tyre pressure Around town with lighter loads: 2.6 Rear...
by glevey
Tue May 06, 2008 12:12 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: What must the T-Shirt look like
Replies: 140
Views: 14024

Re: What must the T-Shirt look like

Hi Pieter
1 x khaki XL please and 1 khaki cap.

will they be these ones "kaki with small red logo"

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Fri Feb 01, 2008 6:11 pm
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: Mahem - Sondag Middag 3 Februarie 2008
Replies: 46
Views: 5550

Re: Mahem - Sondag Middag 3 Februarie 2008

Thanks for the invite Bennie, but unfortunately will not be able to attend
Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Fri Nov 30, 2007 9:56 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Weber Carb indentification
Replies: 21
Views: 3957

Re: Weber Carb indentification

Have not got around yet to seeing what jets are in my carb. Perhaps this weekend. I bought the vehicle with the carb on, and it also dies on very steep inclines. I have also heard that it just needs tobe turned around, but as F_D says one needs to find a bracket to do the mod. I have also noticed, t...
by glevey
Tue Nov 27, 2007 8:50 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: My Bakkie
Replies: 18
Views: 3291

Re: My Bakkie

Welcome Werner
Bakkie looks nice

Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Mon Oct 15, 2007 6:29 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Pirate parts
Replies: 8
Views: 2182

Re: Pirate parts

Just don't buy front disc brake calipers (complete) from the stealers. I was quoted R 4 300.00 each from more than 1 stealer. Decided to get from Gemini Parts at R 940.00 each.

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Fri Oct 05, 2007 12:28 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 2 way radio
Replies: 18
Views: 3150

Re: 2 way radio

Wikus Ek het 'n Dragon 29MHz wat ek nie gebruik nie. As jy will ruil .......?? Cheers Geoff Levey ZS6GRL Channel Frequency ORRA # Comments 1 29.7100 Mobile - 4x4 Offroad Adventure Club - Cape Town and Gauteng 2 29.7225 Mobile 3 29.7350 Mobile 4 29.7475 Civil Emergency 5 29.7600 Mobile 6 29.7725 3 No...
by glevey
Wed Sep 26, 2007 10:31 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: Leon se Hilux
Replies: 32
Views: 6560

Re: Leon se Hilux

Hi Leon

Welkom hier. Jou Hilux lyk baie netjies

Groete

Geoff
by glevey
Tue Sep 25, 2007 1:43 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Aircon pump broken
Replies: 7
Views: 1632

Re: Aircon pump broken

I have survived in mine for the last 3 years, but after this weekend in Pilanesberg I think it is time to have it repaired - apparently pump just needs a recon as it is leaking gas

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Tue Sep 25, 2007 1:34 pm
Forum: General Mods
Topic: "Diff Lock" using the handbrake
Replies: 16
Views: 13886

Re: "Diff Lock" using the handbrake

I often use this method when I have to and it works very well. Saved my bacon a few times.

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Thu Sep 20, 2007 7:27 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: My wheels
Replies: 28
Views: 3836

Re: My wheels

Luke, left Grahamstown in 1978. I have not heard if recovered so perhaps still there. I'm now in Roodepoort

Geoff
by glevey
Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:22 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: My wheels
Replies: 28
Views: 3836

Re: My wheels

Hi Luke

Now I remember. You were staying in my home town Grahamstown at the time

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Tue Sep 18, 2007 11:19 pm
Forum: 4x2 Hilux's Welcome
Topic: Freeflow Exhaust Recommendations
Replies: 12
Views: 7455

Re: Freeflow Exhaust Recommendations

I agree with Family Dog. K&N does not have a good name. On other forums, people complain about them

FTD

Geoff
by glevey
Tue Sep 18, 2007 9:22 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: My wheels
Replies: 28
Views: 3836

Re: My wheels

Hi Luke

Welcome to the club. Were you a member of the Overland forum or LR forum?

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Wed Sep 12, 2007 11:19 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: SIFU's SFA Hilux
Replies: 46
Views: 17359

Re: SIFU's SFA Hilux

Looks very nice

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Mon Sep 10, 2007 8:56 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Weber Carb indentification
Replies: 21
Views: 3957

Re: Weber Carb indentification

Thanks Riceburner,
Now to see what jets are in there.

Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Sun Sep 09, 2007 9:21 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Weber Carb indentification
Replies: 21
Views: 3957

Re: Weber Carb indentification

I think I found it - 32/36 DGV . Someone else 2 confirm

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Sat Sep 08, 2007 9:56 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Weber Carb indentification
Replies: 21
Views: 3957

Weber Carb indentification

Hi All

Can anyone tell me which Weber model this is please.

http://www.flickr.com/gp/24703294@N00/c31B88

Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Thu Sep 06, 2007 1:17 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Botswana: Foot & mouth
Replies: 1
Views: 931

Re: Botswana: Foot & mouth

Going South to north is no problem, but coming back again N-S you will pick up problems.

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Thu Sep 06, 2007 1:03 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: Geoffs' SFA
Replies: 8
Views: 2674

Re: Geoffs' SFA

I have the feeling you were there. :lol:
I will speak to you, when I see you tonight.

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Tue Sep 04, 2007 7:13 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Weber carb
Replies: 3
Views: 1230

Re: Weber carb

Thanks Riceburner

Not sure. Will have a look and see and report back.

Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Tue Sep 04, 2007 2:14 am
Forum: Camping gear, Trailers and Other Non-electronic Gadgets
Topic: GarMap Southern Africa Streetmaps Version 1.5
Replies: 32
Views: 6931

Re: GarMap Southern Africa Streetmaps Version 1.5

For city/town driving SAS is the way to go. Once out of the city, the only map is T4A Some samples of the various products showing the same area. Taken from T4A forum 1. T4A Maps 7.10 shows a lot of important Detail and off road tracks are fully routable. http://tracks4africa.com/misc/gifs/moremi_t4...
by glevey
Tue Sep 04, 2007 1:51 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Weber carb
Replies: 3
Views: 1230

Weber carb

Hi there What jets should be in the weber for the highveld. I am amazed at the consumption you guys are getting with the weber fitted. On a trip I average about 5km/l. I might be the load I'm carrying but any little bit extra will help. Does anyone know of a place, Gauteng, that can do the EFI conve...
by glevey
Tue Sep 04, 2007 12:31 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Emergency Tyre Repairs
Replies: 5
Views: 1472

Re: Emergency Tyre Repairs

You ca also look at
http://www.beadbreaker.co.za/

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Tue Sep 04, 2007 12:26 am
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: build your own snorkel
Replies: 21
Views: 7338

Re: built your own snorkel

Welcome

Looks good

Geoff
by glevey
Mon Aug 27, 2007 11:45 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Seat Belts in a vehicle
Replies: 10
Views: 1914

Re: Seat Belts in a vehicle

Always except when going through water.

Geoff
by glevey
Mon Aug 27, 2007 11:00 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Tell Us How You Got to Know About This Great Hilux Forum
Replies: 157
Views: 81199

Re: Tell Us How Did You Get to Know About This Great Hilux Forum

Saw link on the 4x4forum.

Question for the "Baas". Do U mind if I ask Hennie (Overland.co.za) to put a link on the overland website.

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Sat Aug 25, 2007 12:55 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: SYRON CONVERSIONS' 1992 Toyota Hilux single cab 4x4 Truck
Replies: 29
Views: 8892

Re: SYRON CONVERSIONS' 1992 Toyota Hilux single cab 4x4 Truck

Hi Simon

Trying to give me competition

Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Thu Aug 23, 2007 8:39 pm
Forum: More books
Topic: Geological Journeys
Replies: 9
Views: 4885

Re: Geological Journeys

Hi Pieter

Tell your wife she did an excellent job. It is a very good book indeed.

Congratulations

Geoff
by glevey
Sun Aug 19, 2007 10:10 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: Hi forum i am glad to have found you
Replies: 8
Views: 2349

Re: Hi forum i am glad to have found you

Hi Godfather

Welcome. Mine did the same and it seemed to be the linkage between the steering and the tyre rod (I think) which was worn.

Lets us know what it turned out to be

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Sat Aug 18, 2007 9:37 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Water Pump
Replies: 14
Views: 3605

Re: Water Pump

One can also try Gemini Parts in Johannesburg. They seem to import Toyota parts themselves

(011) 334-1417
16 Kruis Street. Marshalltown

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Thu Aug 16, 2007 8:42 am
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Build your own Aluminium Canopy
Replies: 18
Views: 9583

Re: Build your own Aluminium Canopy

Hi Scootern
Silicone was put on all the sides of the ally before being pop rivited to the frame. Then alu angle strip was put over all the edges and sealed with silicone.
Rubber strips were then stuck onto the frame for sealing the doors when closed.
Hope this makes sense.

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Wed Aug 15, 2007 11:11 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Build your own Aluminium Canopy
Replies: 18
Views: 9583

Re: Build your own Aluminium Canopy

Here is the link to Flickr.

http://www.flickr.com/gp/24703294@N00/49b6d8

Cheers

Geoff
by glevey
Wed Aug 15, 2007 11:10 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: Geoffs' SFA
Replies: 8
Views: 2674

Re: Geoffs' SFA

Thanks all for the welcome. Sometimes my wheels are on the ground. :lol:
I have posted some pictures of the canopy and can be viewed on the Canopy page.

Cheers
Geoff
by glevey
Wed Aug 15, 2007 7:56 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: Geoffs' SFA
Replies: 8
Views: 2674

Geoffs' SFA

This is my 1988 2.2 DC http://www.flickr.com/photos/geoffrey_levey/1010073758/ 4Y Engine Electronic ignition Water tank Extra fuel tank Self made aluminium canopy RTT - Howling Moon Howling Moon 3 metre awning Warn 8000 winch Cooper ST tyres 60L fridge Drawer system Snorkel Icom 706 MKII Ham transce...

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