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by Donkey
Thu Jul 09, 2015 8:34 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: So i took the plunge
Replies: 19
Views: 3283

Re: So i took the plunge

Awesome!
by Donkey
Wed Jul 08, 2015 3:09 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: So i took the plunge
Replies: 19
Views: 3283

Re: So i took the plunge

May you guys truly make each other happy throughout your lives. Plunging doesn't mean selling the Toyota.
by Donkey
Tue Jul 07, 2015 3:29 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Knocking sound coming from the engine bay
Replies: 8
Views: 2131

Knocking sound coming from the engine bay

Hi guys My truck has a knocking sound when engine is running, almost like faulty injectors - that kind of a knock. Injectors were refurbished when I overhauled the motor, and since then I have not even done 60 000 km, give or take. Only thing untouched and not reconned was the fuel pump. Could this ...
by Donkey
Tue Jul 07, 2015 1:06 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: New look!!!
Replies: 22
Views: 3456

Re: New look!!!

Family_Dog wrote:Much improved, and once you get the hang of it, it is easier than the old one. :clap:


-F_D
:yahoo:
by Donkey
Tue Jun 30, 2015 8:29 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Oil Codes
Replies: 2
Views: 678

Re: Oil Codes

:thumbup: dankie oom
by Donkey
Mon Jun 29, 2015 6:38 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Oil Codes
Replies: 2
Views: 678

Oil Codes

The spec of the oil I need to use on some engine says:

10W-40 of either grade SF or SG. I know the number refer to viscosity but what exactly do they mean?

And the SF and SG? :confused:
by Donkey
Mon Jun 29, 2015 10:48 am
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: My Hilux R18
Replies: 14
Views: 7325

Re: My Hilux R18

Welcome to the forum Alex, took you a while :shock2: :mocking: but, anyway :yahoo:

I met Alex via social media, and our event last yeat at Heidelberg4x4 , him and the wife also came by :dance1:

Now don't be a stranger, this is an awesome forum, if I do say so myself!!!
by Donkey
Sun Jun 21, 2015 7:45 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Time flies hey, all these posts!
Replies: 39
Views: 6224

Re: Time flies hey, all these posts!

Mud Dog wrote:No 'deliberate chase' Thabo .... most of my 'milestones' have gone by unnoticed, just happened to see this one coming up. ;-)
:thumbup: :clap:
by Donkey
Sat Jun 06, 2015 10:55 am
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Overlanding Canopy
Replies: 15
Views: 3734

Re: Overlanding Canopy

Keep us posted.

Just my observation: I like the overhang at the back, but maybe slope it at an angle so that you don't compromise your departure angles as much. Your thoughts?
by Donkey
Sat Jun 06, 2015 8:36 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Our dear President
Replies: 11
Views: 1743

Re: Our dear President

Never wished anyone to die until him, not even my ex-wife, nxxx!!! :punch:
by Donkey
Sat Jun 06, 2015 8:31 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Gas Installation
Replies: 28
Views: 3335

Re: Gas Installation

Bushwacker wrote:
KOBUSL wrote:Chris, ek het een van die outjies ingesit. ( Hy prop net in ) ALLE vrouens is bang vir gas, hierdie stel hulle gerus vir gas wat lek.
Inteendeel, hy skreeu as jy enigiets by hom verby spuit, maar jy hoor hom.



GAS15.jpg
So jy sit hom nie langs 'n toilet nie :lmao:
:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
by Donkey
Sat Jun 06, 2015 8:18 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Our dear President
Replies: 11
Views: 1743

Re: Our dear President

Niel wrote:
pietpetoors wrote:I would like to suggest a couple of different terms to use,
I would like to help but I am moderating myself at the moment.
That moment when you wish this was not a family site hey Niel? :laugh2:
by Donkey
Sat Jun 06, 2015 8:17 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Our dear President
Replies: 11
Views: 1743

Re: Our dear President

Hangover wrote:F@$#&^% aaaashole... Hys dommer as die sand waarop ons loop...
My sentiments too
by Donkey
Sat Jun 06, 2015 7:28 am
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: Kungwini 4x4 6th June, Pictures added
Replies: 230
Views: 54191

Re: Kungwini 4x4 6th June, Prices added.

Seems like everytime there is a really big get together we cant make it. Dammit. I will need to bail out of this one. Our little girl was admitted to hospital today with severe "stomach" pain. After first batch of scans and test they cant pinpoint the problem. So more tests required. In s...
by Donkey
Wed Jun 03, 2015 10:46 am
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: new to the forum
Replies: 7
Views: 1567

Re: new to the forum

Welcome
by Donkey
Wed Jun 03, 2015 10:44 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: What oil do I use?
Replies: 3
Views: 2221

Re: What oil do I use?

Motor oil is not meant for human consumption but for my KZ I use either DeloittDelo Gold or Shell Rumila (spelling).
by Donkey
Wed Jun 03, 2015 10:39 am
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: Kungwini 4x4 6th June, Pictures added
Replies: 230
Views: 54191

Re: Kungwini 4x4 6th June, Prices added.

Just checked scheschedule, will miss this outing too, just came back from Durbs this weekend on leave, working on the 6th :thumbdown:
by Donkey
Thu May 28, 2015 11:05 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Calling Donkey. Donkey come in!
Replies: 4
Views: 834

Re: Calling Donkey. Donkey come in!

george wrote:Talk about the devil :twisted:

I watch him last night on the telly testing the Lexus. Excellent :thumbup:
:welcome:
by Donkey
Thu May 28, 2015 10:56 am
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: Another Newbie
Replies: 11
Views: 2165

Re: Another Newbie

Hmmmmmm, Kaisssssssssssssssser!!!!!
:yahoo: :celebrate: :celebrate:
by Donkey
Thu May 28, 2015 10:50 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Calling Donkey. Donkey come in!
Replies: 4
Views: 834

Re: Calling Donkey. Donkey come in!

Sorry couldn't help Thabo :(
076 three one five 7754
by Donkey
Thu May 28, 2015 10:47 am
Forum: Alternative Energy
Topic: PowerMaster Inverter Generator for use during loadshedding
Replies: 49
Views: 15866

Re: PowerMaster Inverter Generator for use during loadsheddi

pietpetoors wrote:Does that include a battery Tumelo?
Was being naughty, Pieter :mocking: :tease:
by Donkey
Sat May 23, 2015 7:56 pm
Forum: Alternative Energy
Topic: PowerMaster Inverter Generator for use during loadshedding
Replies: 49
Views: 15866

Re: PowerMaster Inverter Generator for use during loadsheddi

You can buy a PowerMaster 1.2kva unit at Brights for R3999. That should be able to power a tv, decoder and a PC.

I would have you'd mention steriliser, breast pumps, etc. - so of the two kids which one uses the PC the most?
by Donkey
Fri May 22, 2015 9:32 am
Forum: Members in publications
Topic: Car Magazine Tuna feature
Replies: 0
Views: 5060

Car Magazine Tuna feature

Car Magazine wanting to do a feature with Fortunas, also someone with sand dune driving experience. If keen please give Nikki a tinkle on oh eight 3 348 twenty six twenty five
by Donkey
Wed May 20, 2015 2:56 pm
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: My 3.0 KZ-TE 4x4 DC
Replies: 7
Views: 4915

Re: My 3.0 KZ-TE 4x4 DC

Oupa Stig wrote:My personal opinion - those Bullnose KZ's are the best looking Hiluxes around, except maybe for a nice SFA... (but that's just because I own one).

Last of the real Hilux workhorses.
From there on everything just got softer.
+1 :thumbup:

Looking great, now the Tupperware comes off.
by Donkey
Sun Apr 26, 2015 4:28 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Hilux4x4 Clubhouse
Replies: 3
Views: 912

Re: Hilux4x4 Clubhouse

Am aware of the pros/cons and so was thinking more on the latter idea.
by Donkey
Sun Apr 26, 2015 12:46 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Hilux4x4 Clubhouse
Replies: 3
Views: 912

Hilux4x4 Clubhouse

Can't help but cannot get the idea of a clubclubhouse out of my head. Sometimes you don't want to go play in the bush but just want to be surrounded by friends over a campfire and some coffee or mother's milk. Camp over the night or weekend and just chill. Oh and a lekka braai! Sounds relevant a tho...
by Donkey
Sun Apr 26, 2015 12:37 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Toyota Tazz 2005 Headlight setting
Replies: 2
Views: 1639

Re: Toyota Tazz 2005 Headlight setting

Correct spec is also in the Learners book. Can't remember well and stand corrected, dim about 45m and bright 90m ahead
by Donkey
Sun Apr 26, 2015 11:02 am
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: Mc Carthy Rhino 4x4 Trail GTG 18th April 2015
Replies: 153
Views: 59184

Re: Mc Carthy Rhino 4x4 Trail GTG 18th April 2015

Looks like fun as always. Especially if done safely :thumbup:
by Donkey
Thu Apr 02, 2015 8:47 am
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: Mc Carthy Rhino 4x4 Trail GTG 18th April 2015
Replies: 153
Views: 59184

Re: Mc Carthy Rhino 4x4 Trail GTG 18th April 2015

Gonna have to pull out of this one :thumbdown: picked up a slight clunking noise on my truck this past Monday, engine light also came on, will have to get it looked at.
by Donkey
Tue Mar 24, 2015 3:32 am
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: Mc Carthy Rhino 4x4 Trail GTG 18th April 2015
Replies: 153
Views: 59184

Re: Mc Carthy Rhino 4x4 Trail GTG 18th April 2015

11. Will check work schedule and confirm - Donkey
by Donkey
Thu Mar 12, 2015 9:38 pm
Forum: Toyota Prado 4x4 Forum
Topic: Meet BONES
Replies: 30
Views: 10925

Re: Meet BONES

Congratulations! Still on my wish list too.
by Donkey
Mon Mar 09, 2015 12:17 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Idler arm broken on 2000 KZ-TE
Replies: 6
Views: 1626

Re: Idler arm broken on 2000 KZ-TE

Idler arm is R700 at Gemini.
by Donkey
Mon Mar 09, 2015 12:06 pm
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: Future Hilux owner and new member
Replies: 26
Views: 4180

Re: Future Hilux owner and new member

Welcome to our neck of the hood. For your intended appreciatapplication the KZ-TE could be a great buy in that price tag, problem being finding one that was looked after. Now and then the guys sell here too, good luck. If you do go for D-4D then look into fitting another diesel filter as they're se...
by Donkey
Sat Mar 07, 2015 7:03 am
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: Future Hilux owner and new member
Replies: 26
Views: 4180

Re: Future Hilux owner and new member

Welcome to our neck of the hood. For your intended appreciatapplication the KZ-TE could be a great buy in that price tag, problem being finding one that was looked after. Now and then the guys sell here too, good luck. If you do go for D-4D then look into fitting another diesel filter as they're sen...
by Donkey
Mon Mar 02, 2015 12:54 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Garmin vs Tomtom
Replies: 14
Views: 1933

Re: Garmin vs Tomtom

Toppie4x4 wrote:Hulle se mos elke Tom Tom Dick Dick en Harry Harry het n Garmin :lol: :lol:
:laugh2: :laugh2: :laugh2:
by Donkey
Mon Feb 23, 2015 9:11 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Sucker for punishment
Replies: 47
Views: 4739

Re: Sucker for punishment

Very nice Andy... a bike(of some kind or another) is on my to-do list... one day! Been saying that for 15 years...and ONE DAY I turned 40....well...that itch just had to be scratched, cause you realise you might only have another 15 left! :lol: And that's what I did :thumbup: Not a moment's worth o...
by Donkey
Mon Feb 23, 2015 9:00 pm
Forum: Trip Reports
Topic: 2014 December Bostwana/Namibia
Replies: 42
Views: 6575

Re: 2014 December Bostwana/Namibia

I can only drool with envy, is there another one planned for this December Niel/Martin?
by Donkey
Mon Feb 23, 2015 8:48 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Garmin vs Tomtom
Replies: 14
Views: 1933

Re: Garmin vs Tomtom

Personally I think Garmin is a market leader, not only with their products but their after sales service is outstanding. I cannot comment much on TomTom.
by Donkey
Fri Feb 13, 2015 1:33 pm
Forum: Humor
Topic: Joke of the day
Replies: 3707
Views: 946264

Re: Joke of the day

:lol: :lol:
by Donkey
Thu Jan 29, 2015 7:59 am
Forum: Alternative Energy
Topic: Electric Vehicles
Replies: 63
Views: 18902

Re: Electric Vehicles? RSA?

There are kits available to convert cars to electric Some of them simply use the motor of an electric forklift. I considered it before but so far most of them can only reach 80km/h As for the Eskom and charging station problem, also see http://solar.solarcity.com/promotions/tesla/" onclick=&qu...
by Donkey
Fri Jan 23, 2015 10:56 pm
Forum: Western Cape
Topic: Pirate Parts
Replies: 7
Views: 3751

Re: Pirate Parts

So no Chiefs parts?
by Donkey
Tue Jan 20, 2015 9:47 am
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: new member
Replies: 11
Views: 2221

Re: new member

Is beer that expensive that side? :mocking:

Welcome good sir. :thumbup:
by Donkey
Wed Jan 07, 2015 7:35 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Posting stuff on Facebook for the club.
Replies: 13
Views: 1752

Re: Posting stuff on Facebook for the club.

This is my home! :yahoo:
by Donkey
Wed Jan 07, 2015 5:03 am
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: My 1st 4x4
Replies: 12
Views: 6465

Re: My 1st 4x4

Welcome to the club!
by Donkey
Wed Jan 07, 2015 4:56 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: A sigh of relief
Replies: 13
Views: 2205

Re: A sigh of relief

Umpalumpa wrote:Excellent!! Well done.
Having those papers in hand is the same as divorce papers!!
Makes the battle well worth it!! :stir: :stir:
I know the feeling of the latter too :mocking: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
by Donkey
Wed Jan 07, 2015 4:53 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Posting stuff on Facebook for the club.
Replies: 13
Views: 1752

Re: Posting stuff on Facebook for the club.

For example over the past holidays I was trying to sent out motoring tips, season greetings, etc. from the club - which are common and general to most of us but coming from the Hilux Club
by Donkey
Wed Jan 07, 2015 4:51 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Posting stuff on Facebook for the club.
Replies: 13
Views: 1752

Re: Posting stuff on Facebook for the club.

I'm just trying to get our name out there, that was my mandate comrades :laugh2: :lmao:

If we want/plan to grow we should be "out there in your face type" :think:
by Donkey
Mon Jan 05, 2015 6:27 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Posting stuff on Facebook for the club.
Replies: 13
Views: 1752

Posting stuff on Facebook for the club.

Some may have noticed, I have been trying to get our name out on social media, as per my current portfolio on the club committee. If there are specific topics I may overlook and you want shared, please post a link on this thread.

Regards,
Donkey
by Donkey
Mon Jan 05, 2015 6:19 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: A sigh of relief
Replies: 13
Views: 2205

Re: A sigh of relief

Thank you guys.
by Donkey
Mon Jan 05, 2015 6:15 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: A sigh of relief
Replies: 13
Views: 2205

Re: A sigh of relief

Hunter26 wrote:Donkey, if I may ask are you one of the presenters on the local 4x4 show and if so when is the next episodes starting.

Craig
Yes sir, soon as I know, I'll tell.
by Donkey
Sun Jan 04, 2015 1:29 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: A sigh of relief
Replies: 13
Views: 2205

A sigh of relief

Can now breath a sigh of relief, my Hilux is paid up :excited: , 5 yrs goes quick. I remember picking him up in Pretoria North, standard as they come, and his first trail. Picking up ownership papers in the coming week :dance1: This year will have to sort out front diff, extra diesel tank (Niel nudg...
by Donkey
Sat Dec 27, 2014 2:08 pm
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: New Traitor here
Replies: 46
Views: 6285

Re: New Traitor here

Thanks Donkey,much appreciated. At the moment my head is spinning and I feel like a prostitute on a round about.....different brand owners are suggesting I buy their vehicle brand makes :D:D Craig We all have our brands of choice, end of the day it's the nut behind the wheel that counts. That said ...
by Donkey
Fri Dec 19, 2014 12:38 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Merry Xmas
Replies: 9
Views: 1565

Re: Merry Christmas

God bless! Merry Christmas and a fruitful 2015 to the family.
by Donkey
Fri Dec 12, 2014 2:09 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Service - at home OR at dealer ?
Replies: 24
Views: 2524

Re: Service - at home OR at dealer ?

Toyota wanted R3500 for a normal service on our Yaris :shock2: Geniune spares cost me R720 + R0.00 labour doing it myself. This was the 75 000km service. Having done the service myself, I doubt if the dealer did the 60 000km one, went front to back thouroughly and I now know the condition of the Yar...
by Donkey
Fri Dec 12, 2014 1:28 pm
Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
Topic: Need advice on upgrading sound (bass) quality pls - Vigo d/c
Replies: 19
Views: 3923

Re: Need advice on upgrading sound (bass) quality pls - Vigo

Mars wrote:Its all about da base, bout da base, no treble.......
Very catchy song, nice beat to it too. First hears it at Francinah's house, can see Rihana and CupCake dancing and singing to it already.
by Donkey
Wed Dec 10, 2014 1:30 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Time flies hey, all these posts!
Replies: 39
Views: 6224

Re: Time flies hey, all these posts!

Most of it good solid advice, keep it up oom!
by Donkey
Wed Dec 10, 2014 1:27 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Petrol vs diesel
Replies: 27
Views: 3900

Re: Petrol vs diesel

Congregations!
by Donkey
Wed Dec 10, 2014 1:20 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: How do you break the news
Replies: 47
Views: 4534

Re: How do you break the news

Personally, if the basics are covered I can and am buying me toys. You guys already have a home, maybe kids, good health, etc. Your wife is supposed to make you happier not sadder, buying a 4x4 is within reasonable reason. More so when you afford one. Sometimes I take unpopular decisions, and mostly...
by Donkey
Sun Dec 07, 2014 11:13 pm
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: New Traitor here
Replies: 46
Views: 6285

Re: New Traitor here

Welcome, as long as your head is screwed on right you'll fit in, make of car not important.
by Donkey
Sun Dec 07, 2014 11:05 pm
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: Intro Greeting
Replies: 13
Views: 2288

Re: Intro Greeting

Gorgeous. Another KZ! :yahoo:

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