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- Wed Mar 15, 2023 11:38 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hilux 4.0 V6 Dashboard
- Replies: 3
- Views: 728
Re: Hilux 4.0 V6 Dashboard
Thanks will have a look there.
- Sun Mar 12, 2023 1:44 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hilux 4.0 V6 Dashboard
- Replies: 3
- Views: 728
Hilux 4.0 V6 Dashboard
Hi guy's long time since I posted last. I am having a little problem with my 2006 4.0 V6 dashboard it seems the colour is lifting anyone experienced this before? Any ideas how to sort it out without major surgery?
Regards Justin
Regards Justin
- Sun Mar 11, 2018 5:11 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3596
Re: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
It has been coated with red oxide who knows how long that will last.
- Wed Feb 14, 2018 2:55 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3596
Re: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
Thanks I agree!
- Wed Feb 14, 2018 2:53 pm
- Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
- Topic: Face-lift grill
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4231
Re: Face-lift grill
I got it from a family member who works at a second hand spares outlet. It was free.
- Tue Feb 13, 2018 7:30 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3596
Re: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
Face lift grill fitted.
- Tue Feb 13, 2018 7:25 pm
- Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
- Topic: Face-lift grill
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4231
Re: Face-lift grill
Done and dust face lift grill fitted.
- Fri Jan 26, 2018 2:58 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Knocking noise from front
- Replies: 15
- Views: 10762
Re: Knocking noise from front
All the ball joints feel tight when testing.
- Wed Jan 24, 2018 10:30 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Knocking noise from front
- Replies: 15
- Views: 10762
Re: Knocking noise from front
Hi guys. Thanks for all the responses. I don't think it is a CV joint as the noise is very clearly a single clunk. I can actually feel it in the floor when it happens. I have been underneath again and there does not appear to be any loose bolts or nuts and everything looks to be in the correct place...
- Sat Jan 20, 2018 12:08 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Knocking noise from front
- Replies: 15
- Views: 10762
Knocking noise from front
Hi guys I have noticed a knocking noise coming from what seems the right front. Noticeable when turning left and is agrivated by braking. It only makes a single clunk some times very loud. I have checked all the bolts and the ball joints look ok . I can't see any spots were there could be rubbing. A...
- Mon Jan 15, 2018 6:12 am
- Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
- Topic: Face-lift grill
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4231
Re: Face-lift grill
I am talking about going from the painted grill to the one with the second last one the one with the chrome.
- Sat Jan 06, 2018 12:41 pm
- Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
- Topic: Face-lift grill
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4231
Face-lift grill
Hi guys does anyone know if the later grill will fit on my 2006 vigo?
- Tue Jan 02, 2018 7:16 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hilux Vigo Temp gauge 4l V6 AT
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3215
Re: Hilux Vigo Temp gauge 4l V6 AT
Hi Guys Just an update on my overheating Hilux. The fault was traced to a seed and mud build up between the radiator and the condenser. The Hilux had it 230 000km service as well as the front disc and pad replacement and the a radiator replacement at Algoa Toyota. I have over 200km and she is runnin...
- Wed Dec 27, 2017 7:57 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hilux Vigo Temp gauge 4l V6 AT
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3215
Re: Hilux Vigo Temp gauge 4l V6 AT
Thanks guys I dropped my baby of at Algoa Toyota this morning hopefully will get feedback today or tomorrow. I just hope it's not the headgasket! They will be doing the 230000km service and attending to the brake shudder as well.
- Tue Dec 26, 2017 3:28 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hilux Vigo Temp gauge 4l V6 AT
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3215
Re: Hilux Vigo Temp gauge 4l V6 AT
Thanks Mossie do you think that might be the issue?
- Tue Dec 26, 2017 10:58 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hilux Vigo Temp gauge 4l V6 AT
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3215
Hilux Vigo Temp gauge 4l V6 AT
Hi Guys I am a new owner of a 2006 Hilux 4l V6 Auto 4x4 DC with 229000km. I have noticed that the temp gauge goes up under load on the highway. If I put the cruise control on at 130km/h and I am driving into the wind and going up hills the gauge will go up 3/4 or if I put my foot flat going up hill ...
- Mon Dec 18, 2017 9:49 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3596
Re: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
A short trip to Jay Bay
- Mon Dec 18, 2017 9:46 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3596
Re: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
Hella LED bar fitted at LA Sport PE
- Mon Dec 18, 2017 9:44 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3596
Re: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
Nudge Bar fitted its standard Hilux stainless bar just powder coated by Natko
- Mon Dec 18, 2017 9:41 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3596
Re: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
The next step was having Natko Railings fitted in Humansdorp.
- Sun Dec 03, 2017 6:24 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3596
Re: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
Friday a trip to LA Sport resulted in a new sump guard
- Sun Dec 03, 2017 6:22 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3596
Cookie Monsters Hilux Vigo
Hi Guy I thought I would start a thread sharing my experiences and the fun time I will have with my 2006 Hilux DC 4x4 4.0V6 AT. So to start with here are a few pics of my van at home.
- Wed Nov 29, 2017 8:44 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: 2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3331
Re: 2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4
I have taken delivery of it. And I am enjoying it already!
- Tue Nov 28, 2017 8:27 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: 2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3331
Re: 2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4
Thanks for heads-up James my previous hilux was alot heavier on fuel so I am aware of its thirst for fuel.
- Tue Nov 28, 2017 7:44 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: 2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3331
Re: 2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4
Some Photos
I have negotiated a sizable discount
I have negotiated a sizable discount
- Tue Nov 28, 2017 6:34 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: 2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3331
Re: 2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4
The Bakkie is in awesome condition. I can clearly see the load body has never been abused. It has full service history with a Toyota dealership and one previous owner. The mileage has mostly been long road use. It has new shatter proof windscreen fitted and the front bumper has been panted because o...
- Fri Nov 24, 2017 10:30 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: 2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3331
2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4
Hi guys I need help quickly I am thinking of coming back to the hilux fold once again :D: I have a chance to buy a 2006 4.0V6 4x4 Raider double cab for R170000 with 226000km on the clock. Is it worth it at R30000 over book retail and if so what must I look out for? Going to look at it early tomorrow...
- Thu Mar 29, 2012 12:19 pm
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Cookie Monster's Hilux
- Replies: 252
- Views: 36963
Re: Cookie Monster's Hilux
A quick shock to the system I have sold my baby tough call but had to be done :o(
- Sun Jan 15, 2012 8:41 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: My New Project
- Replies: 52
- Views: 10268
Re: My New Project
Wow she is looking great!!!
- Sun Jan 15, 2012 8:38 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Cookie Monster's Hilux
- Replies: 252
- Views: 36963
Re: Cookie Monster's Hilux
Not long now and my van will be going in for a complete body overhaul it has been a long time comming can wait to get her back! I will post updates as things progress! So keep checking back.
- Fri Dec 23, 2011 7:11 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Blowout
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1276
Blowout
I had the misfortune of having a blowout on my left front at 130km/h on GPS very scary in a SFA! Now I had to replace one STT 30/9.50 15 and my other tyres have about 40% tread left. I just hope the new tyre wont cause to much problems with windup. Any ideas?
- Fri Oct 07, 2011 6:39 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Cookie Monster's Hilux
- Replies: 252
- Views: 36963
Re: Cookie Monster's Hilux
Thanks for comments yes he does look good !!! Thanks again Guys!
- Fri Sep 30, 2011 9:08 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Cookie Monster's Hilux
- Replies: 252
- Views: 36963
Re: Cookie Monster's Hilux
After fitting a few toys!
- Mon Sep 26, 2011 10:12 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Cookie Monster's Hilux
- Replies: 252
- Views: 36963
Re: Cookie Monster's Hilux
Hi Guys
Taking a while to do everything becase my knee is taking a long time to recover :evil: I will post as soon as I am done. Rear bumper looks great!
Taking a while to do everything becase my knee is taking a long time to recover :evil: I will post as soon as I am done. Rear bumper looks great!
- Mon Aug 22, 2011 7:27 pm
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Hello from Spain
- Replies: 17
- Views: 3170
Re: Hello from Spain
Cool I want one!!!
- Thu Aug 18, 2011 7:55 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Central locking kit for sfa - your opinion
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3182
Re: Central locking kit for sfa - your opinion
Cant go without CL on my van!
- Thu Aug 18, 2011 7:38 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Diff ratio
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1459
Re: Diff ratio
Fitted new diff what a change no hum yay!
- Thu Aug 18, 2011 7:30 pm
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Your HILUX Pic - Only 1, no text!
- Replies: 507
- Views: 347136
- Thu Aug 18, 2011 7:25 pm
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Welcome to all the new members
- Replies: 457
- Views: 293102
Re: Welcome to all the new members
What a pitty looked good before the smash
- Mon Aug 01, 2011 3:44 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Diff ratio
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1459
Re: Diff ratio
I know and it wont mach the front.
- Mon Aug 01, 2011 2:08 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Diff ratio
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1459
Re: Diff ratio
Thanks Louis
Gearbox and diff center have a 4.44 they are trying to sell me. For R6500 for a new unit. Which clearly is not going to work.
Gearbox and diff center have a 4.44 they are trying to sell me. For R6500 for a new unit. Which clearly is not going to work.
- Mon Aug 01, 2011 1:58 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Diff ratio
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1459
Diff ratio
Anyone know what is the standard ratio on my Hilux 1990 2.2 4y DC import diff?
- Tue Jul 19, 2011 8:44 pm
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Cookie Monster's Hilux
- Replies: 252
- Views: 36963
Re: Cookie Monster's Hilux
You know how things are there is still som much i want to do to the van. Recover rear seat with leather do the carpet and a new roof linning but in need to do the bodywork first. Just a report the chin motor is going great but I need to change the base plate for the carb the breather pipe has come l...
- Tue Jul 19, 2011 7:17 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Cookie Monster's Hilux
- Replies: 252
- Views: 36963
Re: Cookie Monster's Hilux
Just front prop has been sorted.
- Sat Jun 25, 2011 8:45 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Sad news, and new toy:)
- Replies: 109
- Views: 18157
Re: Sad news, and new toy:)
wow she is looking great I love the ARB bumper!
- Sat Jun 25, 2011 8:43 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: 97 Hilux 2.4 LTD with Alu-Cab canopy
- Replies: 28
- Views: 5331
Re: 97 Hilux 2.4 LTD with Alu-Cab canopy
Great looking van!
- Sat Jun 25, 2011 8:42 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Ystervark Evolusie
- Replies: 32
- Views: 5974
Re: Ystervark Evolusie
Wow she is looking great!
- Sat Jun 25, 2011 8:39 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: 4x2
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2388
Re: 4x2
were the pics??
- Sat Jun 25, 2011 8:37 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: My New Project
- Replies: 52
- Views: 10268
Re: My New Project
If you have the time and are willing fix the old girl shes worth it! I would try find better doors and repair the cab and load body.
- Wed Jun 08, 2011 2:03 pm
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: My first own Hilux
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2471
Re: My first own Hilux
The Hilux looks great! Keep us updated on how she is going
- Wed Jun 08, 2011 2:00 pm
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: Swambo's ride
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2687
Re: Swambo's ride
The surf looks great! I would leave the wheels the way they are.
- Sat May 28, 2011 10:21 am
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: A HILUX IS REBORN..... the itch!!!!!!!
- Replies: 133
- Views: 34019
Re: A HILUX IS REBORN
Good luck bud intrested to see how the fiberglass body turns out!
- Wed May 11, 2011 7:27 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Rusty Now BIG RED
- Replies: 81
- Views: 9993
Re: Rusty Now BIG RED
Hay Boot she is looking Grand cant wait till mine is all done!
- Wed Apr 13, 2011 8:02 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Rusty Now BIG RED
- Replies: 81
- Views: 9993
Re: Rusty soon to be Big Red
Hi Zane we must chat soon!
- Fri Apr 08, 2011 9:51 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Import Rear Axil
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1416
Re: Import Rear Axil
I hope its not a bearing its been making the noise since I got the van and has not got worse there is a massive amount of backlash though
- Fri Apr 08, 2011 7:31 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Import Rear Axil
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1416
Import Rear Axil
Hi Guys
What should a rebuild cost on import rear axil mine is a little noise incorrect tooth patern so crown wheel and pinion will need changing. :problem:
What should a rebuild cost on import rear axil mine is a little noise incorrect tooth patern so crown wheel and pinion will need changing. :problem:
- Thu Mar 10, 2011 6:32 am
- Forum: Members' Vehicles
- Topic: The Kwagga II... KZTE on Steroids!
- Replies: 43
- Views: 7611
Re: The Kwagga II... KZTE on Steroids!
Looks Great!!!
- Thu Feb 03, 2011 5:59 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Slegte Nuus! Dustydre in Hospital
- Replies: 200
- Views: 29284
Re: Slegte Nuus! Dustydre in Hospital
Hi Andre
I must say I am socked one does not really think about what can happen when out for a day of fun. I hope you and everyone involved recover full. Our prayers are with you and your friends!
I must say I am socked one does not really think about what can happen when out for a day of fun. I hope you and everyone involved recover full. Our prayers are with you and your friends!
- Thu Dec 23, 2010 7:27 am
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: New from Amsterdam, the Netherlands
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1896
Re: New from Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Welcome Remon enjoy!
- Thu Dec 23, 2010 7:25 am
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Glad I fount this site
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1738
Re: Glad I fount this site
Howzit Hennie welcome to the forum!! I am sure you will get lots of help here when needed.