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by Jaws
Mon May 24, 2021 7:51 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Manual KUN26R Hilux cruise control - clutch switch
Replies: 8
Views: 2158

Re: Manual KUN26R Hilux cruise control - clutch switch

Nice work

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by Jaws
Thu May 13, 2021 2:02 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Manual KUN26R Hilux cruise control - clutch switch
Replies: 8
Views: 2158

Re: Manual KUN26R Hilux cruise control - clutch switch

You have the correct switch

You need a different mounting bracket

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by Jaws
Thu May 13, 2021 2:00 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Manual KUN26R Hilux cruise control - clutch switch
Replies: 8
Views: 2158

Re: Manual KUN26R Hilux cruise control - clutch switch

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by Jaws
Thu May 13, 2021 1:52 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: D4D front side shafts
Replies: 2
Views: 777

Re: D4D front side shafts

Hi Guys. I would appreciate some help regarding my hilux front side shafts. I suspect the left inner cv to be faulty, it recently started making a clucking noise. The best price I could get to replace complete shaft was from Gemini spares. Any bad experience regarding their products? Nope quality i...
by Jaws
Tue Apr 06, 2021 6:17 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Gear selection problem
Replies: 4
Views: 1250

Re: Gear selection problem

Good day I have an Toyota 1989 4x4 2.2 and I replaced the clutch and am still struggling to get gears, the master and slave was replaced but no success Please assist :beg: Is the fork straight. Does is also struggle to find gears with the engine switched off when it's stationary? Sent from my ELE-L...
by Jaws
Fri Mar 12, 2021 7:49 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Would you buy a 4x4 2.8 that had been a rental
Replies: 3
Views: 1324

Re: Would you buy a 4x4 2.8 that had been a rental

We are being offered a 2018 hilux 2.8 4x4 that for around 18 months had been hired out by a rental company called, we think, Bushwhackers. The front and rear shocks have been replaced more than once and we have a full Toyota service history. 87k., and 3 month of warranty left. Should we buy from a ...
by Jaws
Thu Mar 11, 2021 8:26 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3.0 D4D Clutch Problem
Replies: 113
Views: 105334

Re: 3.0 D4D Clutch Problem

Seems to be a hit and miss affair.

I always thought Exedy clutch is the best in the business but higher up in this thread there is someone who had it replaced.

Im now on 260k km with my original clutch still perfect

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by Jaws
Sat Jan 02, 2021 4:36 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3.0 D4D Clutch Problem
Replies: 113
Views: 105334

Re: 3.0 D4D Clutch Problem

Montie wrote:Sorry to revive the subject, is there any difference between the Vigo D4D 2x4 and 4x4 clutch?
Pretty sure they are the same

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by Jaws
Wed Nov 25, 2020 9:02 am
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Gas struts to be fitted underneath bonnet
Replies: 9
Views: 3258

Re: Gas struts to be fitted underneath bonnet

If you buy on Bangood with the Tax Free shipping you wount have any issues
Buffalo is pretty good with delivery

Plus the tailgate shock adds way more than the bonnet shocks

If you open your bonnet more than the tail gate you must be driving a Ford



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by Jaws
Mon Nov 23, 2020 1:18 am
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Gas struts to be fitted underneath bonnet
Replies: 9
Views: 3258

Re: Gas struts to be fitted underneath bonnet

[R533.07 26% OFF]3PCS Front Bonnet+Tail Gate Gas Lift Support Strut Bar For Toyota Hilux Vigo SR5 2005-2014 Auto Parts from Automobiles & Motorcycles on banggood https://banggood.app.link/6Vt9ZVxiDbb I bought this for the tail gate shock. I was worried about the tailgate dropping on my 5 year so...
by Jaws
Fri May 08, 2020 8:19 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3.0 d4d limp mode
Replies: 4
Views: 1938

Re: 3.0 d4d limp mode

You will have to read the error code to see what's causing the limp mode. The cable is very cheap #Aliexpress ZAR 251.14 13%OFF | Latest V14.20.019 MINI VCI Interface FOR TOYOTA TIS Techstream MINI-VCI FT232RL Chip J2534 OBD2 Diagnostic Cable Free Ship https://a.aliexpress.com/_dVE9cvR You can also ...
by Jaws
Wed Dec 18, 2019 10:39 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Checking Gearbox Oil level - Hilux 3.0D4D
Replies: 3
Views: 2577

Re: Checking Gearbox Oil level - Hilux 3.0D4D

I have opened my before. But the plug is very soft and I have replaced it in the past as the corners got rounded a bit

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by Jaws
Fri Nov 29, 2019 6:02 pm
Forum: Useful Articles
Topic: 2014 Hilux d/c Hooter Problem
Replies: 2
Views: 1963

Re: 2014 Hilux d/c Hooter Problem

Are you sure it is no the spiral cable?

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by Jaws
Tue Aug 20, 2019 7:02 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3.0 D4D Clutch Problem
Replies: 113
Views: 105334

Re: 3.0 D4D Clutch Problem

Just for interest I drive like a tool at times and I'm on 230k km with my original clutch. This includes many times where I got stuck in sand and I used the slip the clutch to get refs up to get unstuck.

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by Jaws
Mon Aug 19, 2019 8:42 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Hilux D4D limp mode - NO engine light
Replies: 4
Views: 4379

Re: Hilux D4D limp mode - NO engine light

Could even the turbo VNT system.


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by Jaws
Fri Aug 09, 2019 7:29 pm
Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
Topic: Chips vs Mapping
Replies: 11
Views: 5532

Re: Chips vs Mapping

I have read the discussions re Chips but ask the following question : What is the difference chips / mapping. My D4D has done 350000km and has to do another 3 50 000 because I cannot afford another, I am happy at 120 and get 10km per litre Am I wasting my time looking at this issue Mike personally ...
by Jaws
Wed Jul 24, 2019 7:21 pm
Forum: 4x2 Hilux's Welcome
Topic: 2014 Hilux car radio swap for a 2007 Hilux car radio
Replies: 2
Views: 2824

Re: 2014 Hilux car radio swap for a 2007 Hilux car radio

2007 radio does not have Bluetooth

I'm pretty sure you can get the facia trim from a car audio shop to make the radio fit.



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by Jaws
Tue Jul 23, 2019 9:17 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: 130 corolla 2e recon
Replies: 6
Views: 3510

Re: 130 corolla 2e recon

The problem is on high km the bores on these engines go out of round, becoming ovall.

See if you can get a clean one from an engine import place.

Swop over the carburetors and go.

The import 2e engines come with LP gas carburetors on most of the clean ones.



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by Jaws
Thu Jul 18, 2019 12:37 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: HILUX DISCS ???
Replies: 40
Views: 6811

Re: HILUX DISCS ???

I am still wondering if its possible that Supa Quik installed the disks and pads the first time incorrectly, which could have caused them to constantly brush the pads? They did fail to tighten my shocks in place properly at the same time too Unlikely. Discs are clamped down by the wheels. Sent from...
by Jaws
Wed Feb 27, 2019 9:29 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Hilux LN65 Alternator Dilemma
Replies: 12
Views: 2841

Re: Hilux LN65 Alternator Dilemma

My alternator bearing became noisy about two years ago. I didn't want to drive with the noise so I went down to the local spares shop and bought a pirate alternator to use while I get the bearing on the Toyota original alternator replaced. I paid R1000 for the brand new pirate alternator. 50 000 km ...
by Jaws
Wed Dec 19, 2018 4:19 pm
Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
Topic: Hilux touch screen radio: How to upload SATNAV
Replies: 5
Views: 4029

Re: Hilux touch screen radio: How to upload SATNAV

Even the Fong Kong Android headunits are not half bad these days

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by Jaws
Fri Nov 09, 2018 11:12 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Tablet/Android radio for my Hilux
Replies: 10
Views: 5039

Re: Tablet/Android radio for my Hilux

Would you mind sharing how much you paid ?

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by Jaws
Thu Nov 08, 2018 3:18 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Let's talk earthing...
Replies: 17
Views: 3544

Re: Let's talk earthing...

The black wire needs to be at least as big as the red wire.

I have seen installation where huge positive wires are installed and then negative is done with a wire less than halve the size .



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by Jaws
Thu Nov 08, 2018 3:14 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Let's talk earthing...
Replies: 17
Views: 3544

Re: Let's talk earthing...

No idea what happened to my explanation re what happened. Maybe Mods deleted. That's it I'm out !! Brian if you are this easily offended then the internet is definitely not the right place for you. Trust me this is the "friendliest" forum I'm part of and Andy is by far one of the best mea...
by Jaws
Wed Aug 08, 2018 6:53 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: '03 Hilux 4x4 polyurethane body mount kit
Replies: 4
Views: 1564

Re: '03 Hilux 4x4 polyurethane body mount kit

I agree with my Mud Dog stay with rubber


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by Jaws
Tue Aug 07, 2018 7:52 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3.0 D4D Engine whining noise
Replies: 14
Views: 10124

Re: 3.0 D4D Engine whining noise

Thanks for the update. Always good to find out what the issue turned out to be.

With the Tech stream software you can modulate the turbo actuator to check if it’s working


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by Jaws
Mon Jul 02, 2018 10:35 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Toyota Jack
Replies: 7
Views: 2521

Re: Toyota Jack

I also have two pieces ofb38x50mm pine plank screwed together the car.
The soft pine works well as the jack goes into the wood and make slipping off less likely
by Jaws
Mon Jun 25, 2018 1:07 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: 15" x 10J Rims on a VIGO
Replies: 5
Views: 2135

Re: 15" x 10J Rims on a VIGO

The first facelift was officially November 2011 but seems like most people only registered them in 2009. So yes officialy 2008 but I have only ever seen them as 2009 models
by Jaws
Mon Jun 25, 2018 10:58 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: 15" x 10J Rims on a VIGO
Replies: 5
Views: 2135

Re: 15" x 10J Rims on a VIGO

With the first "facelift" in 2009 the Hilux came out with the 2005 Fortuner 16"mags and larger brake discs and calipers in front. Not all the models got this bigger brakes up front like the SRX models. An easy way to check is the Powerbrake website: http://www.powerbrake.co.za/categor...
by Jaws
Fri Jun 15, 2018 1:25 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3.0 D4D Engine whining noise
Replies: 14
Views: 10124

Re: 3.0 D4D Engine whining noise

As for the replacement my clutch idler bearing started to make a noise at 100 000km. I always said I'll leave it until I replace the clutch. I'm now on 200 000km and it's still going
by Jaws
Fri Jun 15, 2018 1:23 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3.0 D4D Engine whining noise
Replies: 14
Views: 10124

Re: 3.0 D4D Engine whining noise

My guess would be that you are on the money when you suggest idler pulley bearing. It may feel OK but doesn't mean that it is. Sometimes these sealed bearings start to run "dry" as the grease inside hardens with age and heat. You could try getting some W40 to seep in there and see if it m...
by Jaws
Thu Jun 14, 2018 4:50 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3.0 D4D Engine whining noise
Replies: 14
Views: 10124

Re: 3.0 D4D Engine whining noise

Ten rand on the alternator bearing
by Jaws
Mon Jun 11, 2018 6:59 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Got this on Friday..
Replies: 13
Views: 3236

Re: Got this on Friday..

Love the kaaskrul colour congratulations
by Jaws
Tue Jun 05, 2018 8:38 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: GD6 BATTERY DISCONNECT / RECONNECT PROCEDURE
Replies: 4
Views: 1404

Re: GD6 BATTERY DISCONNECT / RECONNECT PROCEDURE

SamM wrote:Thanks Marnus. Hopefully there will be a few more comments later.
I don't think so Mars covered all there is . This a Toyota nothing to it when disconnecting battery. Some other makes would require a visit to the dealership
by Jaws
Mon May 28, 2018 10:28 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Monroe shocks
Replies: 30
Views: 14003

Re: Monroe shocks

Interesting to see the prices ten years ago.

I just got a qoute from Supa Quick - R3950 for 4 x Monroe shock on a Hilux Vigo 4x4.
by Jaws
Sun May 06, 2018 6:54 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: spare wheel stolen
Replies: 3
Views: 1389

Re: spare wheel stolen

Just check OLX plenty for sale round about R2k

You will probably buy your own wheel back


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by Jaws
Sun May 06, 2018 6:53 pm
Forum: 2016 - on - Revo Shape Hilux
Topic: 2.8 Hilux Unichip Q4
Replies: 20
Views: 11076

Re: 2.8 Hilux Unichip Q4

Hi Guys, does this mapping/chip affect the warranty? what is TSA say about this ? It most definitely does. But most guys just unplug them before a service . Which in my opinion is rather unethical. We had a member here who burnt holes in three different D4d engines each time with WOT and overfuelin...
by Jaws
Sun May 06, 2018 6:50 pm
Forum: 2016 - on - Revo Shape Hilux
Topic: 2.8 Hilux Unichip Q4
Replies: 20
Views: 11076

Re: 2.8 Hilux Unichip Q4

Everyone who chips their bakkies gets excited by the Amazing fuel consumption figures displayed by the ECU

Meanwhile the actual fuel consumption has gone up as the extra fuel added by the chip to increase the power goes unmetered by ECU hence the lower figure shown by the ECU
by Jaws
Sun May 06, 2018 6:47 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Does Hilux Vigo support OBD2 communication?
Replies: 5
Views: 3098

Re: Does Hilux Vigo support OBD2 communication?

On the normal LM327 based OBD scanners you can only access a few parameters.

For diagnostic purposes rather get the Toyota techstream software and cable
Although this only runs on windows laptop



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by Jaws
Sun Feb 25, 2018 8:10 pm
Forum: Useful Articles
Topic: Liglens opknap
Replies: 4
Views: 3429

Re: Liglens opknap

Koos jy moet hulle nou n laag clear coat met n UV protection verf. Die plastiek gaan nou gou weer verdof as jy dit so los.

Kyk op youtube baie videos wat dit mooi verduidelik

Ligte lyk nou baie goed. Goeie werk


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by Jaws
Wed Nov 29, 2017 8:41 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Hiace-Hilux Engine swap
Replies: 4
Views: 1778

Re: Hiace-Hilux Engine swap

No . You cant even do a straight swop between a 2009 and 2010 1kd Hiluxes as the injector drivers were changed. If you can get all the ECU yes or you have to use the original injectors
by Jaws
Wed Nov 29, 2017 8:37 pm
Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
Topic: Performance Chips
Replies: 22
Views: 8014

Re: Performance Chips

Ek het n Performance chip gekoop en wil my hilux laat dino. Waar kan ek gaan? Ek het iewers gehoor van SAC dink dit is in PTA, kan iemand my aanduiding gee asb. Ek gaan more of vrydag PTA toe en sal daar wil aangaan [IMG]https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171129/ea51eebd9ddaa6e7c676643daf9b94b2.jpg...
by Jaws
Sat Nov 25, 2017 7:53 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: 2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4
Replies: 13
Views: 3303

Re: 2006 double cab 4.0V6 Raider 4x4

Really impossible to say with the information at hand.

Personally I would find it hard to pay more than book value. Even with extras fitted.

Older cars like SFA Hiluxes easily fetch way over book value but I dont think the Vigo are there yet.
by Jaws
Fri Nov 24, 2017 5:37 am
Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
Topic: Performance Chips
Replies: 22
Views: 8014

Re: Performance Chips

Good post Mars


Just to add that if someone still feels they really "need" a chip an EGT gauge should be installed with the chip


by Jaws
Thu Nov 16, 2017 8:09 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 2.5 D 2KD Turbo Reconditioning
Replies: 2
Views: 1088

Re: 2.5 D 2KD Turbo Reconditioning

Did you also check the oil drain from the turbo ?
by Jaws
Thu Sep 28, 2017 8:01 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: viscous fan and aircon
Replies: 10
Views: 2778

Re: viscous fan and aircon

I can turn my viscous fan by hand with only a bit of resistance when cold.
by Jaws
Sat Sep 16, 2017 8:48 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3L d4d 2012 clicking noise no power
Replies: 3
Views: 1632

Re: 3L d4d 2012 clicking noise no power

Could be the VNT actuator. Although generally they don't give issues
by Jaws
Wed Sep 06, 2017 8:47 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3L D4D Fuel Problem / Cutting out
Replies: 5
Views: 8813

Re: 3L D4D Fuel Problem / Cutting out

Andrew Schmidt wrote:Hi All,

It is the cluster. Had all of the aforementioned checked. A nice R 4013 to replace and the OD get reset to "0"

Thank you for the advice
You still owe me a penny :-)
by Jaws
Tue Sep 05, 2017 9:11 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3L D4D Fuel Problem / Cutting out
Replies: 5
Views: 8813

Re: 3L D4D Fuel Problem / Cutting out

I know of a few D4d where the fuel gauge gets stuck before empty. Fix is to replace the instrument cluster.

You probably ran out of fuel although it indicates that there is fuel left in the tank
by Jaws
Wed Aug 02, 2017 8:08 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3lt D4D Waterpump (and Cambelt ) Replacement Step by Step + How to reset Timing Belt Light
Replies: 59
Views: 78342

Re: 3lt D4D Waterpump (and cambelt) Replacement Step by Step

Thanks to the idiotic situation with Photobucket (which was never a good user experience to start with and I am being kind here) now requiring the payment of monthly subscriptions for third party image hosting/publication I had to move everything over to imgur and redo all the links to the photo's....
by Jaws
Wed Aug 02, 2017 8:08 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3lt D4D Waterpump (and Cambelt ) Replacement Step by Step + How to reset Timing Belt Light
Replies: 59
Views: 78342

Re: 3lt D4D Waterpump (and cambelt) Replacement Step by Step

Thanks to the idiotic situation with Photobucket (which was never a good user experience to start with and I am being kind here) now requiring the payment of monthly subscriptions for third party image hosting/publication I had to move everything over to imgur and redo all the links to the photo's....
by Jaws
Wed Jul 19, 2017 7:55 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: EGR cooler/valve
Replies: 4
Views: 1657

Re: EGR cooler/valve

Hi all. Some help please. Does the 3L D4D in my Hilux have an EGR cooler/valve? My VW bus has it and I have been advised by an agent to have the cooler removed as they give trouble. I don't want the same problem on the Hilux. I think some-one said it does not have one. Is this true? Many thanks Doc...
by Jaws
Fri Jun 16, 2017 9:26 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Loadbin cracks
Replies: 5
Views: 2207

Re: Loadbin cracks

Ek sien presies daai op baie Vigo. Myne het self twee fyn krakies op die reger kant
by Jaws
Sun Jun 04, 2017 6:27 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: 3.0 D4D BEHAVIOUR
Replies: 6
Views: 2649

Re: 3.0 D4D BEHAVIOUR

On a hot day with the Viscous fan engaged I have a noticeable drop in power
by Jaws
Sun Jun 04, 2017 6:18 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Revo Hilux at 40 000 km
Replies: 7
Views: 3865

Re: RE: Re: Revo Hilux at 40 000 km

lukestoyzx wrote:Not the dreaded strut spacers! Has nobody learned yet! Please get them out and your suspension properly! Before you get hurt.

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Please Luke share your experience. Mine has been in for the last 150 k km without a problem
by Jaws
Sun May 28, 2017 9:36 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3.0 d4d engine
Replies: 5
Views: 2077

Re: RE: Re: 3.0 d4d engine

TheoF wrote:Thanks but that is used engines.
Missed the new part in your post
New will be dealers only. And like you said R100 000 plus

scrap yards and engine importers sells secondhand units for about R40 000



by Jaws
Sat May 27, 2017 10:38 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3.0 d4d engine
Replies: 5
Views: 2077

Re: 3.0 d4d engine

Quick google bought up

https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-car-replace ... 0253475709

Search for 1KD-FTV.


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by Jaws
Sun Mar 12, 2017 9:54 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: 2016 hilux moose test fail
Replies: 35
Views: 7112

Re: RE: Re: 2016 hilux moose test fail

en blykbaar is hulle nou besig om dit reg te maak ! http://www.wheels24.co.za/News/Guides_and_Lists/handling-fail-toyota-repairs-its-hilux-after-moose-test-saga-20170303 daa gaan seke n recall wees vir al die wat al klaa daa buite is ! Daar was dan niks fout nie?! Is jy nou al so verveeld met jouse...

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