Hilux 4x4 Forum

Hi guys We just got back from our round-Africa trip, up the East coast from SA to Egypt, round through Europe (unfortunately still cant drive through Algeria and Libya was still quite dodgy), back onto the mother Continent at Morocco, and all the way down the West coast back to SA in our awesome 199...

Thanks for the tip. Hope everyone had a good christmas and new years!

Hi,

We are almost in UK. Does anyone know of a Hilux Specialist in UK that can check out our Hilux before we start down the West Coast?

I am also looking for someone that can reset the rear suspension.

The Hilux has been very impressive.

Thanks
Brett
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Hi all, We have just updated Dar, Zanzibar, northern route, Ngorogoro Crater and Serengeti (struggled to find wifi in the last while). We also added a subscribe by email if you are interested. http://moonspaghetti.com We saw 15 land rovers and land cruisers in Ngorogoro/Serengeti in 24 hours with br...

thanks all for the advice. mud dog was right, it now feels like a brand new gearbox. the part was $10 and very easy to replace. the spring clip was easy with the above description. 10 minute fix, but 1 hour to explain to toyota what the part is. handbrake part was chewed going around drum when loose...

Thanks guys. I removed the lever and took out the spacer. The spacer is broken (pictures below). I am going to try replacing this for now before I look into the syncro. The broken spacer would explain the symptoms - most of the time the gearbox is working well, but sometimes something is preventing ...

Hi, I'm having a problem with the gearbox on my 1994 SFA Hilux...its popping out of gear sometimes, mostly when in 3rd, with not much load but sometimes under load. It occasionally happens in 4th now as well. When you push it into 3rd gear it feels like there are 2 clicks to get it fully into gear. ...

I have spoken to a few people and it seems that I was unlucky with the Benton - they generally seem good. I think I would go with the BX2 next time as it would take less time to charge the batteries.

I thought this group would enjoy this picture... the only 3 overlanding vehicles in the camp site in Nkhata Bay Malawi were white SFAs...

So, we are currently on our trip and updating our blog when we get a chance. Here is the link if anyone wants to follow... http://moonspaghetti.com The Beit Bridge border wasn't bad... there were a lot of road blocks in Zim where they asked for our vehicle documents, but they were easy too. http://m...

Hi all I am looking at 4x4 courses close to JHB and have found one run by SA Adventure - http://www.saadventure.co.za/website/4x4%20info%20and%20dates.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; they are out at Hennops. they do a 1-on-1/personalised course which can be tailored to ...

Wow, quite a range. I have had recommendations of 1.2 off road, 1.6 on dirt and 1.8 on tar, but the tar pressure seems low. What are the recommendations for best fuel consumption/tyre wear of BFGs on tar with a loaded vehicle (I can survive a hard ride)?

Hilux 2.2 4Y, 219000km, Brospeed Carb and manifold Aluminium canopy, permanent roof racks, raised suspension, BFG A/T Fuel consumption seems to stay around 6.6 km/l for urban and motorway (110km/h). I did manage 7.2 km/l once on dirt roads (90km/h). Does anyone know what to expect on overland trips ...

It is hard to say where the start is. Was it Bloem where we bought the vehicle, CT where we are today or Joburg where we install the tent. Anyway, we should leave SA in about 3-4 weeks time - first stop is Zim. The vehicle is getting closer to ready - still a few things to do and then to figure out ...

Hi All, Can anyone recommend a mechanic in Joburg? I am looking for someone experienced with the Hilux/4Y, preferably someone who would be willing to show me what they are doing so I can learn. Bought COREFLY's Hilux 94 4x4 2.2 4Y. It needs a general service and check over, gearmax diff lock not wor...

Hi All, This forum has really helped with choosing our vehicle and planning for our trip - 52,000km around Africa, up the East Coast and and back down the West Coast - it should provide a good story and many good photos of the Hilux in action. We have bought Mitch's Hilux 2.2 SFA. Can anyone recomme...