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Mikie

Mark_Ashford wrote:Hi Mikie, have you tried switching the AF function off which should prevent it from jumping stations?

Hi Mark
yes thats what I have done now, but it kind of defeats the point of having RDS on a radio

Mikie

OK So I got my radio back, and I connected the blue wire as I was told to, to power the antenna, its a little better but still not perfect, it still retunes to other stations, not as much but it does. The touch screen works now though after they replaced it. My opinion again? stay away from these ch...

Mikie

OK So I got my radio back, and I connected the blue wire as I was told to, to power the antenna, its a little better but still not perfect, it still retunes to other stations, not as much but it does. The touch screen works now though after they replaced it. My opinion again? stay away from these ch...

Mikie

Check where the blue wire goes, mine went to a spare plug that didnt connect anywhere, bridged it to the Yellow wire and RDS seems to search more now, doesnt auto tune to the next station it finds

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Die$eL wrote:kewl mike. do you have a description of exactly which wire?

i know i had to ground one wire to get the DVD to work while driving.

Not sure, I received mine back today will reinstall winthin the next 2 days, will tell you then

Mikie

i have one of their units in my bakkie the "Band" button got stuck and the bluetooth stopped working i sent it in. they came back saying that the buttonw as stuck coz it was glued in place and glue also got on the circuit board. i replied saying i never did that and it must have come from...

Mikie

Kaaskrul wrote:En wit rook?

Camel Filters

Mikie

This morning they are still working and they also seem to move easier, my suggestion, if you have the time and inclination, pull yours off and lube the parts before it gets stuck, well worth it, now I somme want it to rain

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Seems I am in luck, I removed the blades, then the covers, then removed the 2 bolts and slid the complete motor out. As recommended I sprayed a decent oil into all moving parts, reconnected the motor to test and it worked, I then put it back in place and replaced all parts, seems to be working now, ...

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Will do

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Try my suggestion first. Not sure about the Vigo, but the motor may be on the engine side of the firewall. Then it's quite easy to remove, but thye motors themselves don't really give hassles ... induction motor, so no brushes and only the field coil that can burn out ... the little "gearboxes...

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Andre's Post here sounds exactly the same as mine, viewtopic.php?f=3&t=27400" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
looks like this afternoon am removing wiper motor, cleaning and lubing, I hope this isnt difficult, I hate to sukkel

Mikie

I've mentioned it here before ... if the wiper motor labours hard enough it will pop the fuse even if there is no short. Often the wiper bushes become stiff from dirt / corrosion. Remove the wiper arms to expose the shafts and spray them with some penetrating lubricant (Q20 or other). Replace the f...

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CasKru wrote:Is there any other devices powered by the same fuse?

Doesn't seem so, the fuse only says "WIP"

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I am coming to ask the Slim manne for help. My windscreen wipers died this morning Turned them on they went all the way up and on the way down pop went the fuse, I replaced the fuse and pop again, so I have a short somewhere. How do I find the problem?? Going to the Waterberg on Thursday so I need t...

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Mars wrote:Yup Gates is very good. Where did you get it from and could you post the part number please?

Thanks

From Midas at Fourways Crossing, R295

I will have to check the part number later when I get home, the packaging is in the bin still

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Excellent Roelof, thanks for that, I have fitted it already, pretty easy job

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I got one, R295, a little concerned though, has anyone heard of a Gates brand? Is it any good?

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Mars wrote:Just make sure it is the same as they gave me a belt that was too short.

Will be there with my bakkie so we can check

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is this the same on the 2,5 D4-D ?? how many kilos did you get on that belt ?? PS - thanks for the nice notes (pics) :) I would assume its the same, AFAIK, the only difference between the 2.5 and the 3.0 is the intercooler. I bought the bakkie at 120k km , its not on 195k km, I have never changed i...

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ATH wrote:Hi Mike,
I understood it to be the onre that Dylan advised.
I have 6 thumbs so I need pictures.

But I have pictures.

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So I havent bought he belt yet, but yesterday I decided to check and see how easy it is to move the tensioner, seems Dylan had the wrong pulley, I tried the one you suggested and it just turned loose

So I tried the next one that looked like it could be a tensioner and voila, I found it

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R800?? Holy Cow.
Maybe Hoppy or one of the other guys knows more about after market belts

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Sounds very simple, thanks Dylan.

Any idea what these belt cost?
Does mine look like its done for?

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So the one with he arrow?

And I just put a spanner and pull? Wont it turn?

I agree on the diagram, or at least a decent photo

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I need help from all you slim guys and girls My Serpentine (I think thats what its called) belt is looking a little worn and cracked up. Or maybe its still ok, not sure, that should be part of the advice. So I thought I should probably change it on my next service. Now I know one of those pulleys is...

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Ok so the picture below shows the internal fusebox cover legend
Can anyone assist me here, What is what exactly?

What can I tap into with a switch to prevent the car being started?
the IGN fuse possibly???

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The std Toyota head unit I think is awesome. The bluetooth is superb, and the sound quality also. I just pop my GPS onto windscreen. I guess if you want /need DVD then another story. But I wont changed my stock unit ever, I love it too much :thumbup: :thumbup: Ah yes, but not the Std 2006 Model, it...

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Hi Mark & Mikie, please forward your orders numbers so that I can check with RMA & Technical what's the issue with both returns. Warranties aren't handled by us, the systems have a manufacturer's warranty. RMA & Technical handle all returns, I'll gladly request feedback from them with r...

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I am with Fred as well

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This seems to be a common thing then. I bought my radio from Stop Shop last year around August, am I still happy? NO I should have spent the extra money and bought a reputable unit with a reputable name, SONY, JVC and the likes. I got this unit, it worked ok, a few things I wasnt fond of, the RDS di...

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So I have fitted my switch now too. Another DIY security feature I want to add is a cut off switch, not sure what to link it to, but I have a switch under my seat already, thinking of taking it to one of the fuses under the steering wheel, not sure what is worthwhile switching there that will preven...

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But thats a stable diet isnt it?

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Its that body that you forgot to bury rolling around in the back

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:wth:

Is this oke a Brain Donor???
Well it actually seems that he will soon be a Frank and Beans donor

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Nee man!!! Now I want one too

Dis nou blerrie mooi!!!!

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Website says the competition is closed
I thought the draw was around the 20 something of Feb, it cant be done and dusted, they havent phoned me yet to say where I can collect it

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When is the draw??

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Welcome Dewald, I share your concerns but you havent made a mistake, check on the forum, there are precautions you can take to help prevent theft.

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Traveler wrote:
Thabogrobler wrote:Nice, BUT why?
So you do not step on the biltong you dropped earlier.

Mikie

Thanks Wayne!!!

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Consider it sold
I will take it

Will PM you

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WayneSchalk wrote:
Mikie wrote:Wayne, What did you do with your old Nudge bar and brackets?

I got it, Selling it R300

Isnt that the bumper?

But I will take that too

Mikie

Wayne, What did you do with your old Nudge bar and brackets?

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ThysdJ wrote:You must check Toyota as well. I believe they have a bracket set. Then you are sure you have 100% the right stuff.

This is true

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you lucky, doesnt seem like anyone hs brackets lying around so I must get from Maxe.

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And the chassis mounts should all be the same

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ThysdJ wrote:Hilux Double Cab (692N) Hilux 4.0P Raid 4X4 2011

Last facelift version of the vigo...

Thanks Thys, do you know what the 2006 Model would be?

I doubt the Nudge bar mounts would be different though

Mikie

pietpetoors wrote:Did you tell them it is a Toyota?

Yes Said its a 2006 Hilux and the response I got back was

Hi Mike

Please confirm if the vehicle in question is known as the 692?

Mikie

I guess everyone else is just as confused as I am about a "692" model

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Thanks for the advice, perfect for a bike though, I will stick to my current one in the bakkie for now

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Has anyone tried these??

I am seriously considering getting one for my Bakkie and one for my bike, very small and compact, the Compressor I use currently take a lot of space in comparison

http://www.outdoorgeek.co.za/catalog/pr ... cts_id=425

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WOW ok, its stunning. I would sell body parts for one of those

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Looks more high tech than a G wagon

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What is that? Its very nice

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I am trying to source Nudge bar mounts and they have now asked me if my Lux is known as the 692 model

Errrr, whats a 692 model??

I have a Vigo shape 2006 3.0D4D

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:-) Yes a bit late

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PM Sent and holding thumbs

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I might have a foglight I picked up next to the road where there was an accident. If I remember correctly it is a Ford foglight but not sure which one as I only saw the thing lying there. You can have it if you want and if it is for the Ford. Regarding the led's I just pit in H11 led globes in the ...

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