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by Mountain Man
Wed Feb 03, 2021 8:08 pm
Forum: Toyota Prado 4x4 Forum
Topic: Sunroof Shattered
Replies: 3
Views: 4224

Re: Sunroof Shattered

Hi Eric Same here, no cars in front, or going past... and no marks on roofrack.. but suppose only takes smal sharp opject... Thank you for input.. Sometimes your tyre picks up a stone in the tread and throws it forward, toward the front of the vehicle which can bounce quite high when it hits the ro...
by Mountain Man
Sat Jan 23, 2021 2:44 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: BFG's for a BFG
Replies: 8
Views: 1593

Re: BFG's for a BFG

Thank you Mud Dog. Excuse my ignorance, but am I right in saying you're essentially suggesting that the 15x7" replacement rims im suggesting on using might be too wide ? Folks out there with a Mk 5, if you have put on off-road / all terrain tyres, which did you go for and on what wheels ? Idea...
by Mountain Man
Sun Nov 15, 2020 2:48 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Importing a Toyota from Namibia
Replies: 6
Views: 1640

Re: Importing a Toyota from Namibia

If the vehicle originally came from SA or he has owned it more than 2 years whilst residing there he can import it, if not, no go. Afair. The "2-year" rule used to only apply if you wanted to bring the vehicle in duty free as a returning resident. One would also need to keep the vehicle f...
by Mountain Man
Thu Nov 12, 2020 10:32 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Importing a Toyota from Namibia
Replies: 6
Views: 1640

Re: Importing a Toyota from Namibia

I imported a Hilux which I owned while living in Zambia and brought it back to RSA as a returning resident. All I can suggest is that you make contact with a clearing agent who will do the export from Namibia and the Import into RSA. This will make your life somewhat easier as the requirements are c...
by Mountain Man
Fri Jan 31, 2020 8:59 am
Forum: 4x2 Hilux's Welcome
Topic: Freeflow Exhaust Recommendations
Replies: 12
Views: 7455

Re: Freeflow Exhaust Recommendations

Good Morning All My good fortune began in October 2005 when I bought a 4x2 2003 Hilux 2.7i. The only problem I had was that both the silencers had holes in it and rattled like a tin of coins. I then replaced both the silencers with normal Bosal ones. I now discovered that the front silencer is full...
by Mountain Man
Tue Sep 24, 2019 4:26 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: LET'S TALK TIRES>
Replies: 9
Views: 2690

Re: LET'S TALK TIRES>

UPDATE: We had to get the radiator on our New Holland front loader/backhoe repaired this past week so we took it to Medellin. While it was being resweated, we walked around and looked at wheel/tires for my 'Lux. Based on forum member's recommendations to go with the smallest diameter rim and bigges...
by Mountain Man
Mon May 27, 2019 1:44 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: LET'S TALK TIRES>
Replies: 9
Views: 2690

Re: LET'S TALK TIRES>

My wife and I live on a farm about 120 km from the city of Medellin in Colombia , South America. I drive a 2003 Hilux "Hi-Rider" DCSB 4x4. We make several trips from our farm to Medellin every month to buy things for our businesses. The trip lasts from 3 to 4 hours depending which road we...
by Mountain Man
Mon May 27, 2019 12:27 pm
Forum: Vehicles For Sale
Topic: Note before posting
Replies: 26
Views: 28284

Re: Note before posting

Why does the advertisement section show as locked? You can only post in the for sale section if you are a regular member. New registrations cannot post there What determines whether you are a regular member? Although I have been on this forum for 10 years the For Sale section is locked to me as wel...
by Mountain Man
Thu Jan 10, 2019 3:24 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: My New Bakkie
Replies: 12
Views: 2933

Re: My New Bakkie

So after years of driving SFA hiluxes, I did the unthinkable and bought a newer model. I'm still reeling from that decision and time will tell if it was a good one. One of the main factors that did the deal for me was the fuel economy issue, no matter how I tried I could never significantly remedy ...
by Mountain Man
Mon Dec 05, 2016 2:51 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Random Water Reticulation Question
Replies: 17
Views: 3282

Re: Random Water Reticulation Question

Hi there, Looking for some input on a water pipeline I have on the reserve I am working on. Very simply, the line runs from the pump to a header tank, but along that line there are one or two taps that pumps to small pans. Actually, I have several setups like this on the reserve. Currently, I have ...
by Mountain Man
Mon Aug 31, 2015 1:15 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Fuel or air supply trouble 4Y Engine
Replies: 14
Views: 6650

Re: Fuel or air supply trouble 4Y Engine

Hi Jay6, There are 2 adjusting screws on the exterior of the carb, one is for the idle speed, and the other one adjusts the idle mixture. Neither of these 2 adjustments makes any (or hardly any) difference in the actual performance of your vehicle once it is accelerating as the internal jetting of t...
by Mountain Man
Wed Aug 19, 2015 11:39 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Fuel or air supply trouble 4Y Engine
Replies: 14
Views: 6650

Re: Fuel or air supply trouble 4Y Engine

It sounds like the idle mixture is too lean.
by Mountain Man
Thu Jun 25, 2015 9:46 am
Forum: Route Planning questions/discussions
Topic: Nosoob 4x4 Echo Trail
Replies: 5
Views: 2606

Re: Nosoob 4x4 Echo Trail

By the way, the north to south route (Nossob to Twee Rivier) is easier then the south to north route (Twee Rivier to Nossob) due to the way the prevailing wind shapes the dunes.
by Mountain Man
Thu Jan 22, 2015 3:27 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Best way to clean off old mud from under bakkie?
Replies: 19
Views: 2920

Re: Best way to clean off old mud from under bakkie?

4x4megaworldpta wrote:if you don't mind please take a pic from the back of your leafsprings. another from the bottom end in the rear.

That ome shock position don't look right.
I think it looks fine Louis.
by Mountain Man
Fri Nov 07, 2014 10:28 am
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Hot dip galvanising
Replies: 12
Views: 3025

Re: Hot dip galvanising

Andy, sorry I disagree with you. I have had plenty frames warp when galvanized. I don't know why but this does happen. Maybe the structure was badly designed or had internal tension, I don't know but it definitely warped.
by Mountain Man
Tue Oct 14, 2014 2:29 pm
Forum: General Mods
Topic: 55W spots - worth it?
Replies: 9
Views: 2747

Re: 55W spots - worth it?

Hi Richard, No problem at all.
by Mountain Man
Tue Oct 14, 2014 11:50 am
Forum: General Mods
Topic: 55W spots - worth it?
Replies: 9
Views: 2747

Re: 55W spots - worth it?

Hi Richard, I have a set of IPF 900 Extreme Sport driving light with the special 65w IPF globes which they say compares in output to 100w standard globe. I am going to sell them, there is nothing wrong with them so if you want them I will take R3500.00 for them which includes the Polly carbonate len...
by Mountain Man
Fri Mar 28, 2014 12:02 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Off to her final resting place !
Replies: 58
Views: 6245

Re: Off to her final resting place !

In 1996 I rolled my Hilux at about 120Km/hr. down and embankment and into a ravine. We were lucky to have no injuries at all. The Hilux go a new body and lived on for many years until I sold her in the Transkei. It's probably still there somewhere carrying goats and water drums. Long live Hilux. 4X4...
by Mountain Man
Fri Mar 28, 2014 11:49 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: I have to drive past this everyday...twice!
Replies: 30
Views: 3569

Re: I have to drive past this everyday...twice!

Die lewe is net nie fair nie, en daai man wat se hy het een, good for you :cooldude: I wasn't bragging. I used to have a 2.2 4Y Double Cab Hilux which I sold to Chopper and I bought his Land Cruiser. There is nothing wrong with the SFA Hilux and I have had a couple over the years since 1994. But I ...
by Mountain Man
Thu Mar 20, 2014 1:08 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: I have to drive past this everyday...twice!
Replies: 30
Views: 3569

Re: I have to drive past this everyday...twice!

Got One, just saying...
by Mountain Man
Thu Jul 18, 2013 2:53 pm
Forum: Route Planning questions/discussions
Topic: Kazungula border post into Zambia
Replies: 6
Views: 1547

Re: Kazungula border post into Zambia

Also cheaper this way as you won't have to pay for the ferry. But you will pay Zim Carbon tax and Insurance which may be even more expensive then the ferry. Also depending on what passports the group may be travelling on they may also have to buy visas for Zim for an 70km trip. Swings and roundabou...
by Mountain Man
Thu Jul 18, 2013 2:36 pm
Forum: Route Planning questions/discussions
Topic: Kazungula border post into Zambia
Replies: 6
Views: 1547

Re: Kazungula border post into Zambia

Hi Dawie, I have done the Kaz border dozens of times, this is roughly what to expect: Third Party Insurance Carbon Tak Hello Tax District Council Tax Toll Fee/Ferry And maybe other petty things included at the time The thing is that apart from the Ferry all border posts will charge ou the same thing...
by Mountain Man
Tue Jun 25, 2013 8:55 am
Forum: Fortuner
Topic: Headlight upgrade or old school spotlights?
Replies: 24
Views: 11843

Re: Headlight upgrade or old school spotlights?

I have a 20" lightbar on the front of my Hilux, and it gives fantastic light to the front as well as the sides. My only gripe is that I would have liked it to have some more "penetration". Thys it is because you do not have the right 20" light bar. All light bars are not the sam...
by Mountain Man
Mon Jun 24, 2013 1:25 pm
Forum: Fortuner
Topic: Headlight upgrade or old school spotlights?
Replies: 24
Views: 11843

Re: Headlight upgrade or old school spotlights?

Cassie, I would love to see the difference between the LED lightbar and say for example the IPF's on my truck. I may even convert to a lightbar. I have never had a real life oppertunity to see the difference. Certinally the photos on 4x4 direct make the lightbar look awesome. My van is just out of ...
by Mountain Man
Mon Jun 24, 2013 12:07 pm
Forum: Fortuner
Topic: Headlight upgrade or old school spotlights?
Replies: 24
Views: 11843

Re: Headlight upgrade or old school spotlights?

Cassie,
I would love to see the difference between the LED lightbar and say for example the IPF's on my truck. I may even convert to a lightbar. I have never had a real life oppertunity to see the difference. Certinally the photos on 4x4 direct make the lightbar look awesome.
by Mountain Man
Mon Jun 24, 2013 11:03 am
Forum: Fortuner
Topic: Headlight upgrade or old school spotlights?
Replies: 24
Views: 11843

Re: Headlight upgrade or old school spotlights?

With Halogen and HID you are going to get deep penetration but only right in front of you. I have one of these LED bars on my van. Although you do not get your 1000m penetration like some of the HID's but you get 200m+ (depending on the one you get) of daylight in front of you and that includes the...
by Mountain Man
Fri Jun 21, 2013 12:45 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Cooper ST Maxx
Replies: 6
Views: 1336

Re: Cooper ST Maxx

I was looking at those tyres for my Landcruiser, but to find a dealer was almost impossible. I went on their web site and left a message with my requirements, it took Cooper a week to get back to me by which time I had already fitted Maxxis tyres.
by Mountain Man
Mon Apr 15, 2013 11:37 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: Where did you get your username/Nick from?
Replies: 51
Views: 5693

Re: Where did you get your username/Nick from?

Mountain Man: I used to build and maintain Two-Way Radio Repeater sites located on top of mountains. Being exposed to sometimes extremely cold conditions I became very used to and resilient to the cold. In town the weather was a lot warmer then on top of the mountain so when I used to come down off...
by Mountain Man
Thu Feb 07, 2013 10:42 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Skateboarder trips speed camera down Kloofnek
Replies: 31
Views: 3439

Re: Skateboarder trips speed camera down Kloofnek

What will they fine him for? Speeding? nowhere does the law state that you need a speedo on a skateboard. His "vehicle" doesn't have driven wheels, so he is classified as a pedestrian, so he has right of way. He didn't endanger the lives of others. What will he be guilty off, any suggesti...
by Mountain Man
Fri Feb 01, 2013 8:38 am
Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
Topic: Difference between "CB" and 29MHz radios? - HELP!
Replies: 7
Views: 1794

Re: Difference between "CB" and 29MHz radios? - HELP!

Family_Dog wrote:Pretty fast for a plastic bag, eh! ;)

A Hilux owner would probably not even notice the speed at which that bottled wind travels, but it is advisable to stand upstream of the bag when you open iot to prevent the "Gone with the Wind" feeling... :mrgreen:

-F_D
:D:
by Mountain Man
Thu Jan 31, 2013 3:34 pm
Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
Topic: Difference between "CB" and 29MHz radios? - HELP!
Replies: 7
Views: 1794

Re: Difference between "CB" and 29MHz radios? - HELP!

Eric, I see on the spec it says wind velocity is 220Km/hr. Would that be as you open the bag and if so how long does the wind last? What do I need to recharge the wind. Will the wind always blow at 220Km/hr. Can you regulate the flow of the wind? Which is the best direction for the wind to blow? Doe...
by Mountain Man
Tue Jan 01, 2013 1:45 pm
Forum: 4x2 Hilux's Welcome
Topic: gmax diff lock green light not switching off
Replies: 14
Views: 9280

Re: gmax diff lock green light not switching off

When I rev it cuts off ,and when I reverse it connects again You can sometimes have a loose connection for the indicator lights. And I had this as well, the diff lock would "disengage" on a bumpy incline. I checked more closely and the actual diff lock was not disengaging but the contact ...
by Mountain Man
Wed Dec 19, 2012 1:19 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: So I had Petrol put into my Diesel Tank
Replies: 22
Views: 3311

Re: So I had Petrol put into my Diesel Tank

I have heard the some diesel owners actually put a cup of peterol into their diesel to boost the octane or power of the diesel. Is this an old wives tale or is there something to it? Basil I know a guy in Zim who had a very old diesel Landy a to start it he would spray petrol in the air intake and ...
by Mountain Man
Tue Dec 11, 2012 3:09 pm
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: Hi from Australia
Replies: 22
Views: 3347

Re: Hi from Australia

Taz wrote: my town has around 12 people
No wonder you guys like sheep... :D:

You still welcom on the forum which has more members than your town... :thumbup:
by Mountain Man
Sun Dec 09, 2012 11:46 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Speakers in the back of a SFA
Replies: 4
Views: 1119

Re: Speakers in the back of a SFA

Stephan, I fitted 6x9 Sony Explod in the "C" Pillar of the double cab. They do not fit unless you cut a hole with an angle grinder. I did that and the fit great and sounded pretty good too. I have since sold the vehicle but "Chopper" has the vehicle so maybe he would be kind enou...
by Mountain Man
Wed Dec 05, 2012 1:43 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Stolen out of bakkie
Replies: 10
Views: 2100

Re: Stolen out of bakkie

Wayen, have you got a picture of the bike which may help if someone possibly has seen it around?
by Mountain Man
Wed Dec 05, 2012 1:32 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: SFA Running hot
Replies: 40
Views: 6177

Re: SFA Running hot

I also had the same problem until the radiator was changed to a 3 core radiator - problem solved!! May or May not be your problem.
by Mountain Man
Sat Nov 17, 2012 3:56 pm
Forum: 4x2 Hilux's Welcome
Topic: gmax diff lock green light not switching off
Replies: 14
Views: 9280

Re: gmax diff lock green light not switching off

Hi Greg and welcome to the forum! :thumbup: Is it just the light that stays on, or does the locker remain engaged as well? The Gearmax locker is vacuum operated and controlled by a vacuum solenoid valve. When you engage it normally, first the red light comes on to indicate that the solenoid is open...
by Mountain Man
Sat Nov 17, 2012 1:37 pm
Forum: Humor
Topic: Your caption
Replies: 15
Views: 2544

Re: Your caption

With this stick and glasses I can get away with anything.
by Mountain Man
Sat Nov 17, 2012 1:32 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: 2Way Radio Installed....
Replies: 21
Views: 4603

Re: 2Way Radio Installed....

Donkey wrote:Johnno I'now remembered, the sunroof place I was talking to you about is in Tom Jones road, I think that is Boksburg. Coming from the N12 you'd towards Lakeside Mall, under the bridge all the way up the road and it is opposite Spar, hope this helps :thumbup:
Webasto I think is the name.
Benoni
by Mountain Man
Fri Nov 16, 2012 4:45 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Rhino Sponsorship for food
Replies: 224
Views: 18354

Re: Rhino Sponsorship for food

How about some bullet proof vests for the poor rhinos? At least you will be protecting your investment. :shock:
by Mountain Man
Fri Nov 16, 2012 12:54 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Canvas RTT kort n was
Replies: 3
Views: 914

Re: Canvas RTT kort n was

No, I used that rotating sprayer that comes with the K'Archer pressure washer. Probably about 200-300mm from the tent fabric.
by Mountain Man
Fri Nov 16, 2012 11:54 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Canvas RTT kort n was
Replies: 3
Views: 914

Re: Canvas RTT kort n was

Weet iemand wat is n veilige manier om n RTT te was dat hy nie aan die lek gan as dit reen nie? I don't know about a RTT but I have a Tentco canvas dome tent and we packed it away wet from the dew. When we opened it again it was mouldy so I simply washed it with the pressure washer. It came out ver...
by Mountain Man
Thu Nov 15, 2012 12:45 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Zulu time
Replies: 16
Views: 1642

Re: Zulu time

Hoppy wrote:Xhosa time is one day and two hours, that day usualy being monday
I was going to ask about african time, how far behind Zulu time is that? :wth:
by Mountain Man
Wed Nov 14, 2012 2:17 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: 2Way Radio Installed....
Replies: 21
Views: 4603

Re: 2Way Radio Installed....

BTW Johno, That Mic Clip may get in the way of your leg. I had 2 Hiluxes with radios in and I found that for me the best place was the front of the cover where it was out of the way... (See picture below). I used to work for a two way radio company and had 3 radios in my vehicle. The one was where y...
by Mountain Man
Wed Nov 14, 2012 2:16 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: 2Way Radio Installed....
Replies: 21
Views: 4603

Re: 2Way Radio Installed....

BTW Johno, That Mic Clip may get in the way of your leg. I had 2 Hiluxes with radios in and I found that for me the best place was the front of the cover where it was out of the way... (See picture below). I used to work for a two way radio company and had 3 radios in my vehicle. The one was where y...
by Mountain Man
Wed Nov 14, 2012 2:01 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: 2Way Radio Installed....
Replies: 21
Views: 4603

Re: 2Way Radio Installed....

Sebata wrote:does this snorkel still serve the purpose thou? :mocking:
That's not a snorkel, it's a chimney!! :shock:
by Mountain Man
Fri Nov 02, 2012 11:25 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: Your caption
Replies: 15
Views: 2544

Re: Your caption

How?
by Mountain Man
Sun Oct 21, 2012 7:52 pm
Forum: Out in Nature
Topic: Kgalagadi - madness
Replies: 4
Views: 2039

Re: Kgalagadi - madness

I think it is great. As long as the comply with their measures they will put into place. 50 bicycles will do zero damage to the enviroment.
by Mountain Man
Wed Oct 17, 2012 2:10 pm
Forum: Humor
Topic: It's sometimes hard to find someone who realy listens...
Replies: 6
Views: 781

Re: It's sometimes hard to find someone who realy listens...

CasKru wrote:Isn't there a statue of limitations :twisted:
:D:
by Mountain Man
Tue Oct 16, 2012 3:55 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Power saving methods and ideas
Replies: 45
Views: 3995

Re: Power saving methods and ideas

Save power, remove the turbo and EFi and and and....
by Mountain Man
Thu Oct 11, 2012 11:31 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Override switch on NL dual battery systems
Replies: 10
Views: 1742

Re: Override switch on NL dual battery systems

I also found this feature useful in very cold weather. Where tempratures are below freezing in the morning, overiding the dual battery system just helps the vehicle to have access to more current whilst starting. You can actually hear the difference as the speed the starter rotates is faster when th...
by Mountain Man
Wed Oct 10, 2012 1:48 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: New Project Started.... 90% Completed
Replies: 85
Views: 9275

Re: New Project Started....

A wooden cap
by Mountain Man
Wed Oct 10, 2012 12:59 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: New Project Started.... 90% Completed
Replies: 85
Views: 9275

Re: New Project Started....

Fire wood maybe??
by Mountain Man
Wed Oct 10, 2012 10:41 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Have you rolled your Hilux
Replies: 13
Views: 2406

Re: Have you rolled your Hilux

Mud Dog wrote:Yes, long time ago but as a passenger and not in a Hilux (Datsun 120Y).

This was probably as close as I've been to rolling the Lux ......
IMG_6302.JPG

The thread's title is "Have you rolled your HILUX" The correct answer for you will be NO!

:boss:
by Mountain Man
Tue Oct 09, 2012 12:44 pm
Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
Topic: ORRA - SNORING
Replies: 81
Views: 11380

Re: ORRA - SNORING

I still cannot see the advantages of the ORRA radios. You are at their mercy. Go UHF, no licence needed!!
by Mountain Man
Tue Oct 09, 2012 11:07 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Have you rolled your Hilux
Replies: 13
Views: 2406

Re: Have you rolled your Hilux

Yes. Vehicle: 1991 Toyota Hilux 2.4D Single Cab Location: Between Dargle and Lions River in the Natal Midlands Event: Pumping it at 120 round a corner (sideways rally style) Truck coming round the corner on the wrong side of the road. The only way to avoid the truck was to go off road, which I did, ...
by Mountain Man
Tue Sep 25, 2012 5:27 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: CAD design Canopy(KZ-TE / DC)
Replies: 10
Views: 2573

Re: CAD design Canopy(KZ-TE / DC)

Another suggestion is that you could also make the back door swing rather than tilt. That way you can attach items in the inside of the door as well. I don't know what others will think though.
by Mountain Man
Fri Sep 21, 2012 8:55 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Closet Ford Fan
Replies: 12
Views: 1512

Re: Closet Ford Fan

Ag sis man :shock:

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