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- Sat Jul 07, 2018 5:40 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hilux standard tyre sizes?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3918
Re: Hilux standard tyre sizes?
Stanadrd size for 1980 to '88 SFS Hilux's was 215x15; the earlier HiLux's were 16" split rims
- Thu Sep 07, 2017 8:48 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Where do I put my spare wheel?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2685
Re: Where do I put my spare wheel?
Hi, a bit off topic, but would mind sharing pictures of the camper interior? :cry: Will post pictures when I finish with it: main tasks are redoing all the inside wiring with the necessary fuses as there were none, also replacing neon with LED. All body old body seals must be stripped out of the se...
- Tue Sep 05, 2017 4:12 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Where do I put my spare wheel?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2685
Where do I put my spare wheel?
Advice on where to put the spare wheel. I have acquired a bakkie-mate to replace our roof-top tent that has been in service for the past 15 years. The bakkie-mate was one of the early models made in the late seventies. Originally owned by a doctor who travelled the greater part of South Africa with ...
- Wed Mar 29, 2017 1:36 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Bakkie Mate
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1700
Bakkie Mate
I have recently acquired an old ‘Bakkie-mate’ that is in excellent condition; it will replace my existing roof-top set up which has served us well for the past 16 years. However, it has no plate giving details of the Manufacturer, date of manufacture or its mass; I'm particularly interested the mass...
- Wed Dec 28, 2016 5:13 pm
- Forum: Out in Nature
- Topic: blue lizard
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3750
blue lizard
What lizard is this??
- Mon Nov 28, 2016 8:41 am
- Forum: Web Related Discussions and Suggestions
- Topic: Extra weight on Hilux bakkie for softer ride ?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4084
Re: Extra weight on Hilux bakkie for softer ride ?
The old SFA Hilux does not have a soft ride; weight in the back does help, the heavier the better but the down side is increased fuel consumption. Reducing try pressure makes a difference; try 1,2 bars + 100kg.
The make and size of tyre you are using my also be a factor?
Harold
The make and size of tyre you are using my also be a factor?
Harold
- Sun Jan 10, 2016 6:09 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Land Rover in the Dakar
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1758
Re: Land Rover in the Dakar
Mini's? But a lot more Toyota's than Mini's or Peugeot - so by poplar choice of 4x4's, not only on the Dakar, it must be Toyota!
- Sun Jan 10, 2016 10:03 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Land Rover in the Dakar
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1758
Land Rover in the Dakar
Land Rover the best 4x4 by far?
Can’t find one LR in the list of participants; don’t think they can lay claim of been the best, not the by a long way.
In terms of number of entrants Toyota can lay claim to being the BEST 4x4 BY FAR!
Can’t find one LR in the list of participants; don’t think they can lay claim of been the best, not the by a long way.
In terms of number of entrants Toyota can lay claim to being the BEST 4x4 BY FAR!
- Wed Jan 06, 2016 4:14 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dakar 2016
- Replies: 65
- Views: 9905
Re: Dakar 2016
Please; what is the link to get the daily stage by stage ranking?
- Mon Jan 04, 2016 5:29 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Fuel starvation - 22R?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1190
Re: Fuel starvation - 22R?
Could be the fuel filter ??
- Sat Dec 26, 2015 1:56 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: I traveled backwards for Christmas.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1625
Re: I traveled backwards for Christmas.
Found the keys in the pocket of the pants I wore the day before - in the washing machine.
- Fri Dec 25, 2015 7:18 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: I traveled backwards for Christmas.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1625
I traveled backwards for Christmas.
What a trip. Church at 9, but cannot find the Hilux keys. Finally grab the spare keys and speed off to town. Service over and then the problem starts; on the spare key set there is no key for the gear lock. Only option is to get someone to drive me home to get the keys – but how long would it take t...
- Fri Dec 04, 2015 7:56 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: How to choose your SFA when buying, few pointers
- Replies: 26
- Views: 36092
Re: How to choose your SFA when buying, few pointers
Wow!! My Hilux SFA (381420km), compared to the buyers checklist, is mecnanically in perfect shape, body work 95% OK.
Should I sell? - - - - = NEVER!
Should I sell? - - - - = NEVER!
- Tue Sep 29, 2015 7:32 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Centre bearing on SFA
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1322
Re: Centre bearing on SFA
For the size motor you have - get a geuine part!
- Thu Sep 03, 2015 1:07 pm
- Forum: Polls
- Topic: Labour rates of Dealers compared to Labour rate of a Independant
- Replies: 18
- Views: 6168
Re: Labour rates of Dealers compared to Labour rate of a Independant
Do all my own 10000km sevices and minot repairs. Recently had a blown manifold gasket repiared by my local independent mechanic. Costs: 938.00 skim manifold 196.00 manifold gasket 47.90 flange gaskets 5.20 exhaust stud 21.00 exhaust nuts 4.50 M10 flat washers 385.40 welding of exhaust 280.00 labour ...
- Sat May 30, 2015 2:28 pm
- Forum: Photography
- Topic: Selling price for photographs
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3993
Selling price for photographs
I need some guidence...........
An interior decorator wants to purchase 2 photos from me to print on paper and decoupage a wall in a guesthouse.
I have no idea what I should ask; someone please give me some guidance!
An interior decorator wants to purchase 2 photos from me to print on paper and decoupage a wall in a guesthouse.
I have no idea what I should ask; someone please give me some guidance!
- Mon May 04, 2015 1:37 pm
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: From roof-top to a motorhome
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4025
From roof-top to a motorhome
AHA ............ Have looked at the AHA and other 'drop' in the load-bin campers. We need more space than they have, besides I do not need my Hilux for loading other stuff - ours will be a dedicated camper. Once I decide on a design and get it made we will do all the rest ourselves, inside fittings ...
- Mon May 04, 2015 10:57 am
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: From roof-top to a motorhome
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4025
From roof-top to a motorhome
The time has come when I have to change from a roof-top to another form of camping. A tent or having to tow anything is definitely not an option, so it will have to be a motorhome, but not just any motorhome, it must be a 4x4. Now I have a perfectly good SFA, s/c, Hilux that has taken me, without an...
- Mon Apr 27, 2015 10:06 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Travel warning R74 Stanger to Kranskop
- Replies: 0
- Views: 559
Travel warning R74 Stanger to Kranskop
Greytown 911 [033 4172911] have posted a warning - this route should be avoided as the situation is dangerous.
- Tue Feb 17, 2015 8:33 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Travel warning R74 Greytown Muden
- Replies: 0
- Views: 660
Travel warning R74 Greytown Muden
Road closed due to service delivery protest. Warning that the situation is dangerous.
For an update on the situation contact Greytown911 tel: 033 4172911
For an update on the situation contact Greytown911 tel: 033 4172911
- Mon Jan 26, 2015 1:44 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Six year old electrocuted by electric fence
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1956
Re: Six year old electrocuted by electric fence
Fellows -please lets put this subject aside. I am finding it rather painful. The matter is been thoroughly investigated. The family, relations and friends are devastated - it's going to be a tough week for them all.
- Sat Jan 24, 2015 7:47 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Six year old electrocuted by electric fence
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1956
Six year old electrocuted by electric fence
Tragedy for a local farming family when their 6 year old son was killed.
How can this be? If electric fences could kill they would banned!
How can this be? If electric fences could kill they would banned!
- Fri Jan 16, 2015 2:23 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dakar 2015
- Replies: 132
- Views: 15557
Re: Dakar 2015
Just hope Geniel can win a stage!! He deserves one.
- Mon Jan 12, 2015 11:56 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dakar 2015
- Replies: 132
- Views: 15557
Re: Dakar 2015
What's left for this week: Starters for stage 1: bikes 161, cars 137, quads 45, trucks 63 = 406 Starters for today: bikes 111, cars 76, quads 24, trucks 51 = 316 Drop out: bikes 50(31%), cars 61(45%), quads 21(47%), trucks 12(19%) Total= 35% From 406 only 262 left to race. Thanks CasKru for the awes...
- Thu Jan 08, 2015 5:54 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dakar 2015
- Replies: 132
- Views: 15557
Re: Dakar 2015
spry dit erder uit oor twee dae, (miskien drie); meeste tyd is dit in die woestyn.
- Thu Jan 08, 2015 3:38 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dakar 2015
- Replies: 132
- Views: 15557
Re: Dakar 2015
Status Quo Starters for stage 1: bikes 161, cars 137, quads 45, trucks 63 = 406 Starters for stage 5: bikes 131, cars 91, quads 36, trucks 58 = 316 Drop out in 4 stages: bikes 30(19%), cars 46(34%), quads 9(18%), trucks 4(6%) 22% out in four stages and only a third of the race completed......... Sh...
- Wed Jan 07, 2015 4:04 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dakar 2015
- Replies: 132
- Views: 15557
Re: Dakar 2015
Starters for stage 1: bikes 161, cars 137, quads 45, trucks 63 = 406 Starters for stage 4: bikes 139, cars 96, quads 37, trucks 59 = 331 Drop out in 3 stages: bikes 22(14%), cars 41(30%), quads 8(18%), trucks 4(6%) 18% out in only three stages. The race has hardly started and things are going to get...
- Tue Jan 06, 2015 4:57 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dakar 2015
- Replies: 132
- Views: 15557
Re: Dakar 2015
Look out, here come the Peugeots. I think they will become the main players in the Dakar for years to come.
Who knows - Geniel may behind the wheel of a Peugeot in 2016?
Who knows - Geniel may behind the wheel of a Peugeot in 2016?
- Fri Jan 02, 2015 5:59 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dirt Road Driving
- Replies: 27
- Views: 4758
Re: Dirt Road Driving
1,8 OK if empty, but with a heavy load definately NO. Remember the question was about a general country road found anywhere in SA.
My tyre pressure with a full load, [close to 1 ton], is 2.2 front and 2,4 back.
My tyre pressure with a full load, [close to 1 ton], is 2.2 front and 2,4 back.
- Fri Jan 02, 2015 1:55 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dirt Road Driving
- Replies: 27
- Views: 4758
Re: Dirt Road Driving
Spent most of my driving life on dirt roads. My advise: very different driving to a tar road as road surface is never the same. As a first timer do NOT drive fast. As for tyre pressure, I do not agree with the the general sentiment about reducing pressure. Four wheel drive only when conditions requi...
- Sat Dec 27, 2014 9:52 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dakar 2015
- Replies: 132
- Views: 15557
Dakar 2015
Nasser al-Attiyah, 9 times winner and 3rd in last year’s Dakar, [Giniel de Villiers was 4th], has now switched to a Toyota and driving for a Belgium team. He says he wants to be the first winner for Toyota. This is going to be an interesting contest, hope Giniel wins - he deserves to win the laurel ...
- Mon Dec 08, 2014 11:15 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Toyota Cressida 2,4 (petrol)
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1348
Toyota Cressida 2,4 (petrol)
I have a chance of buying a 1986 Toyota Cressida (manual). It has done 213000km. Overall condition fair, still in daily use. What interest me is the engine, seems identical to that of my 1987 and 1998 4x4 Hilux’s. Only difference I can see is that it has a distributor ignition system. Could be a goo...
- Wed Dec 03, 2014 5:48 pm
- Forum: Polls
- Topic: Age profile of SFA forum
- Replies: 18
- Views: 6947
Re: Age profile of SFA forum
Seems like the 'ou toppies' are neck-and-neck wth the young 'okes' - maar vir hoe lank?
- Wed Dec 03, 2014 5:23 pm
- Forum: Polls
- Topic: Age profile of SFA forum
- Replies: 18
- Views: 6947
Age profile of SFA forum
Would be interesting to know.............. don't be shy, nobody will know who you are!
- Wed Dec 03, 2014 11:08 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Hilux dethroned as top selling bakkie
- Replies: 30
- Views: 3693
Re: Hilux dethroned as top selling bakkie
Not surprising, Toyota has lost its identity and looks like a "mengelmoes" of everything else!
- Mon Nov 24, 2014 12:01 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Are additives really worth it?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3324
Re: Are additives really worth it?
In spite of all the research and searches to find the Loch Ness Monster there are still a few that believe it exists; same goes for Big-foot, the lost city in the Kalahari, etc., etc. So there will still be some that believe that additives do work. So let them add their additives; they're content, w...
- Sat Nov 22, 2014 9:34 am
- Forum: Out in Nature
- Topic: Spider ??
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4800
Spider ??
Spider experts - what spider is this?
- Wed Oct 15, 2014 9:19 am
- Forum: Photography
- Topic: Cameras - more on the debate around the SX50
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5401
Cameras - more on the debate around the SX50
Bridge cameras: Further to the debate on the Canon SX50; what of the other makes? The Fugifilm S1 was mention and ‘Pjjvdm’ was very happy with it. Then there is Nikon as well as Sony – Sony looks very good. Also what of the video abilities; can any of these cameras replace the need for a video camer...
- Mon Oct 13, 2014 7:54 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Is this a humpback whale?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4293
Is this a humpback whale?
Found on the beach near Tugela mouth. Obviously a whale pup, 3 to 3.5m long.
The previous day we had briefly seen two whales out at sea.
The previous day we had briefly seen two whales out at sea.
- Sun Oct 05, 2014 8:27 pm
- Forum: Photography
- Topic: Canon SX50 HS
- Replies: 12
- Views: 5776
Canon SX50 HS
Anyone have this camera, and what are your comments about it?
- Thu Sep 25, 2014 7:32 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Travel warning R74 Greytown to Stanger
- Replies: 1
- Views: 784
Re: Travel warning R74 Greytown to Stanger
Road R74 from Greytown to Stanger is again blocked and unsafe. Problem area is around Mpumulanga.
For further information contact Greytown 911 at 033-4172911
For further information contact Greytown 911 at 033-4172911
- Tue Sep 23, 2014 10:30 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Travel warning R74 Greytown to Stanger
- Replies: 1
- Views: 784
Travel warning R74 Greytown to Stanger
R74 - Greytown / Stanger
Road completely blocked from Maphumulo through to Glendale & Stanger. No alternate roads available.
For more information contact Greytown 911 at 033-4172911
Road completely blocked from Maphumulo through to Glendale & Stanger. No alternate roads available.
For more information contact Greytown 911 at 033-4172911
- Tue Sep 16, 2014 5:19 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Tracker in a single cab SFA hilux?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1132
Tracker in a single cab SFA hilux?
How good is a tracker in a single cab Hilux as there are not many places in/on the bakkie to conceal a unit. No point in fitting a Tracker if they can easily and quickly deactivate the system. How effective is the unit in a rural environment, far from main roads and where there is no mobile connecti...
- Wed Aug 20, 2014 6:52 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dunlop A/T Tyres Opinion
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2280
Re: Dunlop A/T Tyres Opinion
Tyre life depends on a number of factors: - tyre inflation (pressure) - speed you drive at - rapid acceleration and fast braking - road surface - load carried - tyre tread and compound - regular wheel rotation So while one guy gets 100,000 the next fellow, with identical tyres, only gets 70,000km. T...
- Wed Aug 20, 2014 2:06 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Dunlop A/T Tyres Opinion
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2280
Re: Dunlop A/T Tyres Opinion
Asking for an unbiased opinion on makes of tyres is like asking a ‘Blou Bul’ supporter what he thinks the ‘Western Cape’ team. A Bridgestone man will slate any other make as vastly inferior but may have more lenient comments on Michelin. The bottom line is whether what you will consider replacing th...
- Wed Aug 20, 2014 9:27 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Travel warning - Greytown Muden
- Replies: 3
- Views: 845
Re: Travel warning - Greytown Muden
Feed back this morning. Road partially open for traffic but be cautious as there are still rocks on the road.
If you wish contact Greytown-911 at 033 4172911 for futher information.
If you wish contact Greytown-911 at 033 4172911 for futher information.
- Tue Aug 19, 2014 2:56 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Travel warning: Greytown Stanger, R74
- Replies: 0
- Views: 611
Travel warning: Greytown Stanger, R74
Another warning saying that the R74 between Stanger & Mapumulu is now open, (did not know it had been closed). Proceed with caution! Currently problems both North ( Dundee ) and East ( Stanger ) of Greytown. Advise you avoid these roads at night. For latest information phone Greytown-911 at 033 ...
- Tue Aug 19, 2014 6:32 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Travel warning - Greytown Muden
- Replies: 3
- Views: 845
Travel warning - Greytown Muden
Road blockaded about 6 km from Greytown at Santa Maria store, road completey closed and unsafe to travel on.
For more information contact 033 4172911
For more information contact 033 4172911
- Mon Aug 18, 2014 7:15 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: DIFFERENCES- 2005 to 2014 Hilux
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2738
Re: DIFFERENCES- 2005 to 2014 Hilux
Quite frankly the points you mentioned are of no consequence, in spite of the fact I cannot comment on the post 1998 Hilux’s But: - for me seat height is not a problem, - turning circle, also not a problem: just adjust the turning stops; - as for sound; I have a Hilux not a taxi! I have no sound! Th...
- Wed Aug 13, 2014 8:05 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Travel Alert Msinga area
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1460
Travel Alert Msinga area
Travel Alert: Greytown/Msinga/Dundee.[/b] SMS received from Greytown-911 & SACan:
Stay away from Msinga area tomorrow (Thursday 13).
Illegal marches/road blockades expected to take place.
Could result in Greytown-Dundee roads being closed.
Stay away from Msinga area tomorrow (Thursday 13).
Illegal marches/road blockades expected to take place.
Could result in Greytown-Dundee roads being closed.
- Tue Aug 12, 2014 3:27 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Ebola virus
- Replies: 2
- Views: 862
Ebola virus
There must be some concern about the virus as at the Lavumisa/Golela border post pamphlets about Ebola were handed out on entery into SA.
- Tue Aug 12, 2014 7:24 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Quick couplers
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1419
Re: Quick couplers
Brass couplers used on fire fighting equipment in the Forest Industry, quick, tough and can take high pressure.
- Fri Jun 13, 2014 2:08 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: larger tyres & fuel consumption
- Replies: 34
- Views: 3539
Re: larger tyres & fuel consumption
My experience: After having our SFA 1997 stolen we replaced with the same model but it had 345x15 tyres that we in good condition. Bought in JHB and I drove it back to KZN. Was bitterly dissapointed with the lack lustre performance and high fuel consumption. Once home got the vehicle tuned,new plugs...
- Mon May 19, 2014 5:41 pm
- Forum: Trip Reports
- Topic: Swaziland & Mlilwane
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1355
Swaziland & Mlilwane
Swaziland & one night at Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary. A brief trip report. watching.jpg One our way back from Kruger we decided to go back via Swaziland and visit Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary . No advance booking was made and we would just pitch-up and hope that there would be a campsite availab...
- Fri May 09, 2014 2:48 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Gabriel Safari HDP Shocks
- Replies: 19
- Views: 7841
Re: Gabriel Safari HDP Shocks
Jacques, obviously your Hilux is not a SFA model. Believe me the HDP shocks have softened the ride on my SFA.
As for the HDP been adjustable - not so!
As for the HDP been adjustable - not so!
- Wed May 07, 2014 6:03 pm
- Forum: Route Planning questions/discussions
- Topic: KNP - Berg en Dal
- Replies: 0
- Views: 835
KNP - Berg en Dal
Anyone be there from 13/14th May?
If so see you there: my Hilux SFA white NUM 501
If so see you there: my Hilux SFA white NUM 501
- Wed May 07, 2014 4:34 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Voting day
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2502
Voting day
Country Life - voting day.
A small school near Seven Oaks KZN. We arrived at 07:20. There aout the same number of voters as election officials. Everything was well organsied and we were gone by 07:40
I love Country Life
A small school near Seven Oaks KZN. We arrived at 07:20. There aout the same number of voters as election officials. Everything was well organsied and we were gone by 07:40
I love Country Life
- Tue Apr 29, 2014 8:05 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Gabriel Safari HDP Shocks
- Replies: 19
- Views: 7841
Re: Gabriel Safari HDP Shocks
Got four for R4880 but got a discount. At first local Midas store told me that HDP were not available so I contacted Gabriel directly who were most helpful. They do not sell direct to the public but told me who Midas should contact. Told Midas that as I had done their work for them they better adjus...
- Mon Apr 28, 2014 3:59 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Gabriel Safari HDP Shocks
- Replies: 19
- Views: 7841
Re: Gabriel Safari HDP Shocks
Have bought and fitted HDP to my Hilux SFA and had the oppotunity to do a trip this weekend, with a bit of rough stuff as well, to see how they performed. Must say I was very impressed. The SFA has never given a silky smooth ride, but then it is a 4x4 not pretending to be anything else, and the HDP'...
- Sun Apr 27, 2014 7:50 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: S.O.S Clutch
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2769
Re: S.O.S Clutch
Sorry number given before incorrect should be
JJ Motors 0825751866
JJ Motors 0825751866