Hilux 4x4 Forum

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Hi Alan & Pieter, thanks for the replies. Alan, I will check as stated. Pieter, mine is a 2002 model...didn't come out with a CAT. It does however come out with a "Torque Box"...looks like a CAT. This I have removed and the vibration did get less, albeit only about 10%... This lux is s...

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Hi Guys/Gals, Does anyone have a STD Exhaust manifold for a 2.7i 3RZ Hilux? It's the facelift model with the 4-Port intake Head. I have a Brospeed Branch fitted and think it's causing a resonant vibration at around 3000rpm. I want to prove this theory and will buy the std manifold off anyone who has...

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Hi Jacques, my earlier post was inaccurate. the "pipe" that came loose that you are now securing with cable ties is connected to your "boost" side only...ie. the "cool" end or aluminium end...not exhaust...apologies for the error. The only way oil can get to that pipe i...

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Hi Jacques, Oil blow-by is engine oil pumped through your turbo for bearing lube and cooling that's leaking past the turbo seal. Having said this it may also be a result of your Diesel fueling running too rich and now un-burnt diesel is fouling up the tube where the suction action occurs for actuato...

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Louis, waste gate is the term that eluded me...you quite correct. Jacques, those pipes don't usually come off, but may have got some oil or lube on it making it slippery...your cable tie mod is perfect. Maybe just check it from time to time to confirm there's no oil seepage from the turbo going up t...

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Hi Jacques, that pipe looks like it's connected to the turbo actuator, which controls the boost. It works on "suction" through the exhaust side. At a certain turbo rpm there will be a predictable suction action through that pipe which will operate the actuator and in turn open a flap in th...

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Great trip report...really enjoyed that.
Well done with the 4x2 in the sand!!!!

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Hey Willem,
Did you ever try the "other" Cam Shaft to see if Fuel Consumption changed in the Facelift 2.7?

Darren.

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Hey Thabo, I've seen lots of these bakkies and the pricing seems to be very similar ito mileage and year. There's one in CT, Worcester 2002. The owner had advertised for R145K and now has come down to R125K. Going to have a look at it. Will let you guys know what my findings are. Thank you Thabo for...

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The bakkie in question (in Menlyn) is a 2002 model with 165000km on the clock.
The price is R150k.
I confused two bakkies...the R99K one is in PE.

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They are in Menlyn, cnr of Lois & Bali.
I will call you Thabo in the morning.

thanks
darren

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Brilliant Thabo, would be great to get constructive feedback.
Hey Pieter...I saw it first!!!!!
Neil, they want R99500.00
Was up for R109K. I know it has high mileage in the region of 340K.
i know the 3RZ machine goes far beyond that though when treated reasonably well...

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Hi Gentlemen, is there anyone in the Menlyn area prepared to go to "Menlyn McArthy Suzuki" dealership to test drive the 2700i Raider for sale there. the pics look good and the Saleman Ernest Smith says the DC 4x4 is in good condition. 242000km on the clock, one owner and FSH available. Ple...

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My 5c, if you intend keeping your SFA indefinately...do this conversion. it's really worth it. My cost was approx R25k.

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Gentlemen, this problem was not rocket science. I pried the gear with a flat screw driver and off it came....
Cheers!!!

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Gentlemen in the know, please educate me!!! I'm in the process of replacing the rear bearing in the transfer case of my 1994 SFA. The bearing is the one that runs on the Output Shaft where the companion flange connects to. My Speedo Drive Gear inside the Transfer case wont come off. I see a ball bea...

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Hi Mornay, The "pickup" from the Diesel motor is a square wave. Our Analog Rev Counters accept a sine wave signal picked up from the Coil usually. I know the tech that converted mine bridged two contacts behind my cluster and connected the diesel pickup to one of the legs. You might want t...

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That Temp is great. The closer to 100degrees the more efficient it will be. If you are using a 1.1Bar Rad Cap your danger zone starts at about 108degrees.

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Hi Mornay, OME's AFAIK don't give you much lift. they do however provide a much more comfortable ride! 33" wheels work well on a SFA Hilux. Things to consider...! a 50mm body lift will assist in preventing rubbing on the inside fenders by the bottom door hinge. I also moved my front axle forwar...

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Hi Mornay, there is a pickup on the 2.5TD Motor that can be used with your "petrol" rev counter. If the tech knows what he's doing, he will mod the contacts at the back of your cluster to allow the use of the pickup on the diesel motor. I had mine done this way and it's near perfect...the ...

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Yes George it is the 2.5TD from the Mazda Drifter or Ford Ranger.

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Thanks Andy, H&H in Wellington in the Cape wants R4500 each for 2nd hand set off a 2.8 Hilux. I'll go look at them to see what condition they're in.

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Gentlemen, please help. I want to change my Diff Ratio from 4.88 to 4.55, front and back of course... I've built a Turbo Diesel into my '94 SFA and it runs very well. At 120km/h GPS speed with 33" tyres the motor revs at 3400rpm. A little too high for optimal fuel consumption. I get about 8km/l...

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hey Jacques, no need to lift suspension. You just do a Body/Cab Lift so the back of the motor doesn't touch the firewall when in position and twisting under torque. The lift will also afford you the leeway to set a reasonable gap at the bottom for Sump/Axle clearance. There is a moulded bell housing...

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Yis Mornay....e-mail: dgswanepoel@live.co.za

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Hi Harold, Darren here. I read your thread about the vibration in 4th under load. I too have this issue. I've installed OEM Toyota Engine Mountings and aligned my Centre bearing almost perfectly. It's not possible to align it 100% due to chassis design, but if one can get the angles to within 3degre...

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Yes Doppies, you fit a Toyota KZTE Radiator and keep the Mazda's Viscous Fan and the cooling is ample. The Diff/Sump clearance is only going to work once you've raised the body with a lifting kit by at least 50mm. 50mm is tight, but it can be done. I had to measure and measure again before setting t...

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Hey Mornay, leave me your mail address. I'll send you any info you need.
Regards..

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hi Mornay. I've done this conversion and it was worth every cent, blood, sweat and ....
what area do you stay in?

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My Sister gave me her not so functional 1986 VW Passat. I drove it for 3 months and sold it for R500.00. Bought a nice bicycle.....

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Thanks Mark......

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Can anyone share info on the past weekend's record attempt @ Atlantis!!!
I couldn't make it there...still building my Lux...

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Oooo blikkies, nou moet daai nuwe engine in. Dit gee my n goeie rede om nou klaar te maak met my Transplant!!! Hope I can be there..holding thumbs!!

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Hey Thys,
the motor is in good condition.
280,000km.
was getting between 6 & 7 km/litre.

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I dropped the idea of a Lexus V8 conversion. Didn't want the worry of breakages...
Will transplant a 2.5Turbo Diesel shortly, after the nice spray job.
Anyone interested in a 22r going begging?

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Hey Fana, thanks for your info.The project has stagnated somewhat due to my building plans coming to fruition. All money being pored into the building project at moment. If God spares us and deems it fit for us to have a V8 Hilux, then you will receive a call from us to take you up on your offer. Ma...

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Thank you Interceptor for confirmation on Manual Box. I thought it might be a pain "short shifting" all day with so much more torque, but I agree that Auto's are less efficient, especially the viscous coupled ones. I'm happy to go ahead and match the V8 to my standard Box being driven by t...

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Gentlemen, it's my intension to swapout my Humble 22R with a Lexus V8 in my '94 SFA DC Lux. I choose manual Gearboxes anyday over Auto's. I've spoken with the owner of a reputable Engineering shop in Beaconvale who manufactures Adapter plates and supplies the Flywheel kit etc for such a conversion. ...

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Hey Hoppy, Happy New Year to you!!
I was browsing some threads and saw this one.
Do you still have that 22R block with 18R Head hiding somewhere?
If yes, are you willing to part with it in exchange for money?
Regards
Darren.

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Cool, thanks Allan.
I've bought a few engines in the past from Mike.
I didn't know he does new engines??
I'll contact him today to get this project underway.
Happy to sell my 22R to you once swap over is done.
Where you in CT? Me in Northern Suburbs.

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Good day gentleman. I did a 32/36 weber conversion on my 22R SFA Hilux and it has made a big difference to the responsiveness and off road driving. Haven't had a chance to measure fuel consumption. The 22R is a very tired 355000km old. I've had bad experiences with engine overhauls in the past. Moto...

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Hey Steve, you Hilux oke's are very helpful...thanks alot. How do I check to confirm my rear diff is an import? Want rear diff lock. Thanks for Riaan details. Cheers.

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Hey Niel, thanks for reply.
I ordered from Autobooks. Great service from them.

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Hey Jonathan, thanks for reply. I'm keen to restore my newly aquired '94 Hilux. Want to build a go anywhere beast. I like doing things myself too...if the going gets tough though I have a brilliant Mechanic Buddy who's always available. Please forward the Oke's details in Polokwane. I want to know w...

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Hey -F_D, thanks for reply. Tracked down "Autobooks" in Pretoria. They're sending me one down tomorrow....to Slaap Stad that is!!!!

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Thank you Bretton for your reply. Goeie Hoop Motor Spares are great and just around the corner from me. I should have mentioned things like Free Wheel Hubs, EFI Manifold for 22r Motor, Crawler Gear, Diff Locker for Rear...etc. Where did you get your kit from?

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Any Hilux 4x4 enthusiasts in Cape Town know where we can get spares for a 1994 Hilux 4x4 2.4 (22R)?

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Does anyone out there own a Harcover Workshop Manual covering the Hilux 2.4 DC 4x4 Petrol (22R), model 1994? I'll buy it off you if you don't need it anymore. I want to fully restore my go anywhere machine and add full Lockers...
Thank you for your replies in advance!!!!

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Thanks Andrew, this has prompted me to look around at our plethora of Motor Spare shops in CT. Thought this was a special part only Agents would keep. I'll post some pics of my ride soon.

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Darn, the Oke who sold me his Hilux caught me :sick: . The left side Free Wheel Hub Assembly has nothing in it but a spring. The "Engaging Spline" bit is missing. Is this something only the Toy Agents can help me with or can we get parts here in Cape Town from independent resellers? I thin...

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