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- Sun Dec 16, 2018 5:51 pm
- Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
- Topic: Digital Two-Way Radios Audio Clip
- Replies: 8
- Views: 42848
Re: Digital Two-Way Radios Audio Clip
Hi Ian, Thanks for the kind words ;) Range is always 'line of sight' with VHF two-way radios, the real difference is the fringe area reception where Analog starts to get choppy and noisy, as heard in the audio clip above. But the digital audio retains clarity before dropping off, due to the line of ...
- Mon Dec 10, 2018 2:09 pm
- Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
- Topic: Magnetic Antenna Car Mount
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3971
Re: Magnetic Antenna Car Mount
we have new ones in stock but courier costs would kill the deal.
As long as you opt for a quarter-wave VHF antenna tuned for ±157MHz you well be fine for the normal ORRA channels.
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As long as you opt for a quarter-wave VHF antenna tuned for ±157MHz you well be fine for the normal ORRA channels.
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- Sat Dec 01, 2018 9:27 pm
- Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
- Topic: Digital Two-Way Radios Audio Clip
- Replies: 8
- Views: 42848
Re: Digital Two-Way Radios Audio Clip
I just love seeing people's faces at work when we do this demo! It really makes a HUGE difference to voice communications
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- Fri Nov 30, 2018 3:25 pm
- Forum: Useful Articles
- Topic: Brake Vibration Article
- Replies: 2
- Views: 13691
Re: Brake Vibration Article
Talk about resurrecting an old post... ;)
Glad it is of use to you, Tony!
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Glad it is of use to you, Tony!
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- Fri Nov 30, 2018 3:23 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Lost Hilux key...
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1384
Re: Lost Hilux key...
I would suggest having a chat with the Insurance company as well, would be in their best interests to perhaps fund this?
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- Thu Nov 29, 2018 8:26 pm
- Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
- Topic: Digital Two-Way Radios Audio Clip
- Replies: 8
- Views: 42848
Re: Digital Two-Way Radios
No more 'beep', but the radios do give an audio indication when the operator can talk. The Digital radios have so many other features, for example the ability to hold two separate, independent, conversations simultaneously - in private- over the same repeater. This is a huge advantage for Institutio...
- Thu Nov 29, 2018 4:12 pm
- Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
- Topic: Digital Two-Way Radios Audio Clip
- Replies: 8
- Views: 42848
Re: Digital Two-Way Radios
Stef, those are on conventional VHF channels. We do have a number of UHF Digital radios in use by a couple of Security companies... they love them because no-one can eavesdrop on them ;) These specific radios in use by the Security companies incorporate a GPS and tracking, which means they can be tr...
- Thu Nov 29, 2018 2:29 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: kzTE fuel problem
- Replies: 3
- Views: 910
Re: kzTE fuel problem
Can't help with the fuel problem, but very doubtful that the CPU would be faulty. A CPU acts according to the information presented to it and very seldom itself gives errors.
Sounds stupid, but try disconnect the battery for a few minutyes and then reconnect, maybe the CPU just needs a reboot.
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Sounds stupid, but try disconnect the battery for a few minutyes and then reconnect, maybe the CPU just needs a reboot.
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- Thu Nov 29, 2018 2:23 pm
- Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
- Topic: Digital Two-Way Radios Audio Clip
- Replies: 8
- Views: 42848
Digital Two-Way Radios Audio Clip
Two-way radios are going Digital in a big way, while Analog models are slowly being phased out. The advantages of Digital Radios are numerous but most strikingly is the difference in voice messges received compared to the older Analog system. The actual reception range is pretty much still the same,...
- Thu Nov 29, 2018 7:36 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 2.5 D4-D 2007 headlight failure
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1938
Re: 2.5 D4-D 2007 headlight failure
>> Is it possible that both "main beams" can go together on the globes? It certainly is! A matter of years ago we were staying in Durban (common link? ;D ) and one evening we were going out. I started the car, switched on the headlights (low beam) and poof! - the left headlight blew. Barel...
- Mon Nov 26, 2018 7:03 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Baboons Pass 2018
- Replies: 15
- Views: 8041
Re: Baboons Pass 2018
Nicely done, Jacques, excellent video :)
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- Tue Nov 20, 2018 9:31 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Older Hilux insurance
- Replies: 18
- Views: 4102
Re: Older Hilux insurance
Tim, list the vehicle on one quote and then get a second quote for any accessories you may have fitted. I am insured with M&F and this is what they requested from me.
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- Mon Nov 19, 2018 5:22 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Wheels lug nuts for 1994 SFA - Where to find
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1105
Re: Wheels lug nuts for 1994 SFA - Where to find
Pierre, the SFA looks brilliant in 4E9, you will never be sorry!
Unfortunately can't help you regarding the wheel nuts but a tyre fitment place might be able to procure these.
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Unfortunately can't help you regarding the wheel nuts but a tyre fitment place might be able to procure these.
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- Thu Nov 15, 2018 6:45 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: KZTE 2004 Engine sny uit
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1310
Re: KZTE 2004 Engine sny uit
Marius, perhaps take it to an alarm-fitment centre. Either they repair it if it is the immobiliser, or they remove it and fit a new one. Both options should not be ridiculously expensive.
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- Tue Nov 13, 2018 6:39 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: 3000D (5L-E) EFI Hilux double cab 4x4
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1118
Re: 3000D (5L-E) EFI Hilux double cab 4x4
Hi Simon, and welcome to the forum.
It might be prudent to climb underneath the vehicle and inspect the chassis for rust, much more important then general body rust. If the vehicle has been used for sea-launches it might be best to walk away from it.
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It might be prudent to climb underneath the vehicle and inspect the chassis for rust, much more important then general body rust. If the vehicle has been used for sea-launches it might be best to walk away from it.
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- Wed Nov 07, 2018 7:28 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Changing The Clutch
- Replies: 42
- Views: 11129
Re: Changing The Clutch
I've uploaded the '85 Truck & 4-Runner Service Manual to Dropbox. Should help you.
PM me for the link if you want to download - 60mb.
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PM me for the link if you want to download - 60mb.
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- Mon Oct 22, 2018 9:27 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Baboons Pass 2018
- Replies: 15
- Views: 8041
Re: Baboons Pass 2018
Excellent video! Some of those long drops on the sides gave me the creeps...
Music is excellent as well :)
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Music is excellent as well :)
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- Sun Oct 21, 2018 9:03 am
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
all of which reminded him
- Fri Oct 19, 2018 8:52 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
the hamburger was very greasy and
- Tue Oct 09, 2018 7:21 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Show your "MAN CAVE"
- Replies: 83
- Views: 16024
Re: Show your "MAN CAVE"
Pieter, it looks cleaner than the food shops at my local shopping centre. Well done!
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- Sat Oct 06, 2018 9:33 pm
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Newby - Finally got a Legend35 4x4 DC
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6119
Re: Newby - Finally got a Legend35 4x4 DC
Hi Shawn, welcome back! Your KZTE has a big smile on its face, seems that you and her (him?) are a perfect match ;)
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- Sat Oct 06, 2018 6:53 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
Caused by an apparent oil
- Fri Sep 28, 2018 8:26 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
while eating his hamburger,
- Thu Sep 27, 2018 6:22 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
while cuddling a
- Mon Sep 24, 2018 1:27 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
notwithstanding the day was
- Sun Sep 23, 2018 4:06 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
having Google Maps
- Tue Sep 18, 2018 8:00 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
"Aint it ironic that "Common Sense" aint so common after all..."
- Tue Sep 18, 2018 7:55 pm
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: Rusty's EFI conversion
- Replies: 37
- Views: 11493
Re: Rusty's EFI conversion
Bulldog has an Idle Control Valve that came off a Golf. Got it at the local VW Parts place, G&H Motors.
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- Mon Sep 17, 2018 8:02 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
at a Ford dealership
- Sun Sep 16, 2018 6:54 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
Halloween, which is
- Sun Sep 16, 2018 8:53 am
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
but the question remains
- Fri Sep 14, 2018 6:16 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
back in the days when
- Fri Sep 07, 2018 5:29 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
longer available, 'cos the land rats
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- Tue Sep 04, 2018 8:57 pm
- Forum: Gauteng
- Topic: Volgende trippie?
- Replies: 21
- Views: 6164
Re: Volgende trippie?
Shane, what engine do you have in the SFA? As I recall you bought it with a Prado 3.4 engine fitted but I seem to recall you replaced this motor?
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- Mon Sep 03, 2018 6:32 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
shoe lace, which surprised me because
- Mon Sep 03, 2018 7:18 am
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
when I awoke on Monday I noticed that
- Sun Sep 02, 2018 8:37 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: En so.... ry ons Zambië toe
- Replies: 115
- Views: 21242
Re: En so.... ry ons Zambië toe
Land Rover drivers have such fascinating tales to tell. Hilux drivers are positively boring, with nothing to relate.
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- Sat Sep 01, 2018 6:22 pm
- Forum: Humor
- Topic: The Hilux Story
- Replies: 4991
- Views: 796075
Re: The Hilux Story
Which is the first day of
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- Fri Aug 31, 2018 8:13 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: En so.... ry ons Zambië toe
- Replies: 115
- Views: 21242
Re: En so.... ry ons Zambië toe
Thank you for the great report Hennie, your writing makes one feel that we are part of your team!
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- Sun Aug 26, 2018 9:46 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: 602 5cyl 300d merc engine into SFA replacing original 4Y
- Replies: 35
- Views: 9173
Re: 602 5cyl 300d merc engine into SFA replacing original 4Y
This is an excellent example of progressive engineering! Looking forward to more.
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- Sun Aug 26, 2018 9:41 am
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: En so.... ry ons Zambië toe
- Replies: 115
- Views: 21242
Re: En so.... ry ons Zambië toe
Hennie, there are many of us following this story, not everyone posts though.
"You are not alone"
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"You are not alone"
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- Mon Aug 20, 2018 5:55 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: RTH Re visit
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3978
Re: RTH Re visit
I love the Touareg, just a wee bit concerned about reliability. It's a grand vehicle, nevertheless.
Lekker pics, Pieter!
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Lekker pics, Pieter!
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- Mon Aug 13, 2018 3:29 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 2005 Hilux 2700 suddenly sounds like a VW beetle
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1635
Re: 2005 Hilux 2700 suddenly sounds like a VW beetle
It scares me to think of the quality of service work being carried out on one's expensive pride & joy with people who do not know their ***** form their elbow. The dealers charge a fortune for a vehicle service but really seem to have very little knowledge of what they are meant to be doing. Gla...
- Sun Aug 12, 2018 6:35 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: 602 5cyl 300d merc engine into SFA replacing original 4Y
- Replies: 35
- Views: 9173
Re: 602 5cyl 300d merc engine into SFA replacing original 4Y
This sounds to be a most interesting project...!
Pics-a-plenty are a definite requirement.
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Pics-a-plenty are a definite requirement.
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- Wed Aug 08, 2018 8:02 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: En so.... ry ons Zambië toe
- Replies: 115
- Views: 21242
Re: En so.... ry ons Zambië toe
Hennie, I really think you should compile a booklet of all your trips. They make for gripping reading and one eagerly looks forward to the next chapter!!
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- Wed Aug 01, 2018 8:25 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Prado Gearbox
- Replies: 17
- Views: 3749
Re: Prado Gearbox
Shot, Martin!
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- Wed Aug 01, 2018 1:33 pm
- Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
- Topic: Features of currently available Two-Way Radios, VHF/FM & 29M
- Replies: 7
- Views: 35305
Re: Features of currently available Two-Way Radios, VHF/FM & 29M
Kenwood TK-D740E DMR Mobile Radio reloaded. The Portable radio simply remains as a thumbnail, cannot load a proper pic.
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- Wed Aug 01, 2018 1:19 pm
- Forum: Electronic Gadgets and Radios
- Topic: Features of currently available Two-Way Radios, VHF/FM & 29M
- Replies: 7
- Views: 35305
Re: Features of currently available Two-Way Radios, VHF/FM & 29M
In Lieu with other major two-way radio manufacturers, Kenwood is also phasing out the older Analog radios in favour of the modern Digital DMR radios. DMR - Digital Migration Radios - are capable of both Analog as well as Digital modes of operation, with Digital mode offering extended clarity over th...
- Sun Jul 29, 2018 6:06 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: En so.... ry ons Zambië toe
- Replies: 115
- Views: 21242
Re: En so.... ry ons Zambië toe
Hi Hennie, been a while!
Now gooi!
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Now gooi!
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- Fri Jul 27, 2018 5:26 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Prado Gearbox
- Replies: 17
- Views: 3749
Re: Prado Gearbox
Geez, sorry to hear about this, Martin. Speak to JohanM, you might be able to salvage the gearbox from his old Prado from whoever has it now.
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- Sun Jul 22, 2018 5:10 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 2005 Hilux 2700 suddenly sounds like a VW beetle
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1635
Re: 2005 Hilux 2700 suddenly sounds like a VW beetle
Was there a loss of power too? I'm suspecting might be a coil pack, HT plug cable or possibly semi-blocked injector, but the guys with more brain cells than I will surely reply soon.
Please keep us updated when you find the cause.
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Please keep us updated when you find the cause.
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- Thu Jul 19, 2018 7:52 pm
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Driver's Side Roof Handle Installation
- Replies: 25
- Views: 8193
Re: Driver's Side Roof Handle Installation
Chances are the holes are there, can't see Toyota using different roof cabs for LHD & RHD models.
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- Wed Jul 11, 2018 8:14 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Powerbrakes special offer
- Replies: 1
- Views: 925
Powerbrakes special offer
Although advertised on the 4x4 Community Forum, I'm pretty sure they will oblige to this forum as well. https://www.4x4community.co.za/forum/showthread.php/300116-Powerbrake-Promotion-Toyota-Hilux-Fortuner-FJ-Cruiser?p=3938795#post3938795 All I can say, this was the best move I ever made with Bulldo...
- Mon Jul 02, 2018 7:59 pm
- Forum: Late 1998 to 2005 (Gen 5 aka IFS Hilux)
- Topic: Prado 3.4 V6 in 2.7 Hilux
- Replies: 47
- Views: 13311
Re: Prado 3.4 V6 in 2.7 Hilux
Looking forward to following your progress, Pieter! Think you will end up with a near-perfect combo and if anything probably even better fuel consumption - depending on the weight of your right foot, naturally
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- Wed Jun 27, 2018 7:56 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Got this yesterday!!!
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1688
Re: Got this yesterday!!!
Shot Marnus, may the two of you enjoy a long and lasting relationship!
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- Tue Jun 26, 2018 8:15 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Simple AntiTheft Device
- Replies: 120
- Views: 17575
Re: Simple AntiTheft Device
This little device is worth its weight in gold! Simple, yet effective.
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- Tue Jun 19, 2018 7:34 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Is this something to worry about
- Replies: 26
- Views: 3971
Re: Is this something to worry about
Ben, speak to the guys at 4x4 Direct in Cape Town. Hoppy's place was in the same complex, sure they can direct you.
Contact details for 4x4 Direct in the left side "Quick Links" of this forum.
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Contact details for 4x4 Direct in the left side "Quick Links" of this forum.
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- Mon Jun 11, 2018 7:05 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Got this on Friday..
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3430
Re: Got this on Friday..
Very nice, congratulations!
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- Thu Jun 07, 2018 7:55 pm
- Forum: Toyota Prado 4x4 Forum
- Topic: My new Ride
- Replies: 11
- Views: 5173
Re: My new Ride
Looks good, Johan, I'm sure you will love her/him/it!
Now you will have to start kitting her/him/it out all over again.
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Now you will have to start kitting her/him/it out all over again.
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- Thu May 31, 2018 6:53 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Driver feet heater
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1576
Re: Driver feet heater
Presumably the ducting between the heater flow to the foot section is blocked or has worked loose somehow. Hope you do not find a rat's nest blocking it - that could develop squeaks as the babies are born! Perhaps chat to a panel beater or browse through the workshop manuals section on the forum, pe...