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by drew3
Sun Nov 05, 2023 8:51 am
Forum: Late 1998 to 2005 (Gen 5 aka IFS Hilux)
Topic: '03 Hilux instrument panel lights dimmer control.
Replies: 3
Views: 591

Re: '03 Hilux instrument panel lights dimmer control.

niclemaitre wrote: Mon Oct 02, 2023 8:16 am Have you considered switching to LEDs? Made a huge difference on mine.
Where did you manage to get LED bulbs? Ive been looking for them for my 2001 3RZ.
by drew3
Tue Jan 14, 2020 3:36 pm
Forum: Off-road Training
Topic: Training on Game Reserve in Mozambique
Replies: 1
Views: 5727

Training on Game Reserve in Mozambique

Good day all,

I am looking for a recognized training provider to present 4x4 course for the local staff drivers on a large game reserve in south west Mozambique near Massingir.

If anyone knows of someone or has any suggestions please let me know, thanks.
by drew3
Wed Dec 25, 2019 6:41 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Easy CV joint/drive shaft Test
Replies: 4
Views: 1048

Re: Easy CV joint/drive shaft Test

I'm with Mud on this. Maybe you should have asked the mechanic to demonstrate why he recommends a recon? The front cv's on part time 4x4's tend to outlast the vehicle. Thanks Thabo, Unfortunately did not have that opportunity to talk to the mechanic on the day, but yes that would have been first pr...
by drew3
Wed Dec 25, 2019 6:39 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Easy CV joint/drive shaft Test
Replies: 4
Views: 1048

Re: Easy CV joint/drive shaft Test

There will always be a little back-lash in the diff, so if that's the only place you're hearing anything I wouldn't worry about it at all. The CV's will let you know when there's a problem ... they will start clicking on turns long before they give out and in many cases a little more life can be sq...
by drew3
Tue Dec 24, 2019 12:24 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Easy CV joint/drive shaft Test
Replies: 4
Views: 1048

Easy CV joint/drive shaft Test

Hi all, Looking for a simple diagnostic test for CV drive shaft? It was recommended to me by toyota after a service that I refurb my front right drive shaft but for the life of me cannot find/feel/see/hear an issue... so wondering if the mechanics buddy is not the refurb shop they recommended... Veh...
by drew3
Sat Nov 16, 2019 10:53 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: CV replacement options
Replies: 5
Views: 1000

Re: CV replacement options

Thanks for the feedback. After a back and forth have now been quoted 1.5k for a complete CV driveshaft. Considering doing both since I dont know the history of the vehicle. Also considering doing the wheel bearings while I'm pulling everything apart. Anything else I should consider replacing/doing? ...
by drew3
Thu Nov 07, 2019 8:45 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: CV replacement options
Replies: 5
Views: 1000

CV replacement options

Morning, After the 220k service on my Hilux its been recommended that I replace/refurb my front right drive (CV) shaft. Toyota quoted me 5k to have it refurbished? Anyway, I want to just replace the whole thing and do the work myself. I have been looking at non-dealer replacement options and they se...
by drew3
Mon May 13, 2019 5:27 am
Forum: Late 1998 to 2005 (Gen 5 aka IFS Hilux)
Topic: 2003 HILUX HAZARD SWITCH MOD
Replies: 3
Views: 3666

Re: 2003 HILUX HAZARD SWITCH MOD

Thanks for sharing. Im interested to know how you got the dash shroud around the clock and original hazard button position off? Or did you work from underneath?
by drew3
Fri May 03, 2019 10:52 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Replacement front seats for IFS DC
Replies: 4
Views: 1757

Re: Replacement front seats for IFS DC

Cheetah Drakie wrote: Mon Mar 11, 2019 4:21 pm Good day all.

I was pondering whether the Fortuner or Legend leather seats will fit in a 1999 IFS DC. If they are motorised so much better. Time to pimp my comfort levels in my lux :thumbup:
Did you make any progress with this?
by drew3
Sun Oct 22, 2017 11:04 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3RZ IFS Coil Packs, Sensors
Replies: 4
Views: 1222

Re: 3RZ IFS Coil Packs, Sensors

That one is small and doesn't help very much. I've looked at some other google pics and it seems that although there are changes in different year models, the coil pack piggy-backs against the distributor. I'm not sure what yours looks like, but here's a pic ....... COIL.JPG Wil have to take a look...
by drew3
Sun Oct 22, 2017 10:14 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3RZ IFS Coil Packs, Sensors
Replies: 4
Views: 1222

Re: 3RZ IFS Coil Packs, Sensors

Be very gentle when cleaning the MAF. Don't know the 3RZ very well but if you post a pic of the engine bay I should be able to locate them for you. :winkx: Random Google stock image of the engine attached. Not my own. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171022/a6d05dad76ac808e3aeb7d4540cdec96.jpg Se...
by drew3
Sun Oct 22, 2017 9:18 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3RZ IFS Coil Packs, Sensors
Replies: 4
Views: 1222

3RZ IFS Coil Packs, Sensors

Hi everybody! Been reading into cleaning of sensors etc on the 3RZ, and so I bought some contact cleaner at Midas. So far I just plan on cleaning the MAF sensor for a start, and will consider cleaning other sensors at a later stage (any suggestions?). But I've read on a few Aussie forums of guys cle...
by drew3
Thu Sep 28, 2017 9:27 am
Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
Topic: Some extra exterior lighting
Replies: 57
Views: 15774

Re: Some extra exterior lighting

Are you doing the foot well lights or the door lights? I took a constant feed off the alarm / immobiliser for the door courtesy lights but didn't bother with a constant feed for the foot well lights since one only uses these when already in the vehicle. Also, if they are accidentally switched on du...
by drew3
Wed Sep 27, 2017 3:12 pm
Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
Topic: Some extra exterior lighting
Replies: 57
Views: 15774

Re: Some extra exterior lighting

Anybody know where I can find a constant positive near the drivers side of an IFS? Or will I have to run a line from the engine bay?

Attempting the dash courtesy lights.

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by drew3
Wed Sep 27, 2017 3:10 pm
Forum: General Mods
Topic: Spot Lights, delay, and then nothing.
Replies: 3
Views: 3133

Re: Spot Lights, delay, and then nothing.

Sorry for the slow response. Ended up being a faulty relay. Not sure why but it would get stuck in the off position once warmed up or something.

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by drew3
Sun Sep 24, 2017 7:26 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 3RZ Check your Valve Clearances!
Replies: 2
Views: 1536

Re: 3RZ Check your Valve Clearances!

Hey GTO,

I am interested in an update on this when you have one. I'm keen to check mine when my IFS turns 200k.

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by drew3
Sun Sep 17, 2017 7:20 am
Forum: Late 1998 to 2005 (Gen 5 aka IFS Hilux)
Topic: 2inch lift or more
Replies: 4
Views: 3370

Re: 2inch lift or more

Take the time to read into the maximum lift you can do without having constant problems with your CV joints. Not me personally, but many guys report having issues with CV joints when lifting too much as the angle at the joint increases beyond spec.

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by drew3
Fri Sep 08, 2017 7:38 pm
Forum: General Mods
Topic: Spot Lights, delay, and then nothing.
Replies: 3
Views: 3133

Spot Lights, delay, and then nothing.

Hey guys. Installed some new spot lights to my Lux a few weeks back, but haven't really had a chance to test them out. They are 70W LED Spots. Drove around in the bushes last night and they work great, but something weird happened and happened again while testing today. When I first turned them on.....
by drew3
Fri Aug 18, 2017 7:57 am
Forum: General Mods
Topic: Fitting an Extra tank AND a free flow
Replies: 21
Views: 8525

Re: Fitting an Extra tank AND a free flow

Thanks for all the input gentlemen, at this stage in leaning towards either replacing /enlarging the original tank or installing the aux tank above the spare.

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by drew3
Wed Aug 09, 2017 7:51 am
Forum: General Mods
Topic: Fitting an Extra tank AND a free flow
Replies: 21
Views: 8525

Re: Fitting an Extra tank AND a free flow

Drew My second tank sits maybe a 1 cm higher than the original just to ensure all fuel runs out to original, the same fuel gauge works for both as the tanks fill up simultaneous. it is not as accurate, i still need to make an adjustments as we bent the level the wrong way, so it already on empty an...
by drew3
Sun Aug 06, 2017 6:59 pm
Forum: General Mods
Topic: Fitting an Extra tank AND a free flow
Replies: 21
Views: 8525

Re: Fitting an Extra tank AND a free flow

Hi Drew, fitting an extra tank on the other side of the drive-shaft poses a few problems. You have to have a link pipe both top and bottom for it to fill / drain properly and dispel air. The top pipe is no problem but the bottom one is, because you would have to route it under the drive-shaft, allo...
by drew3
Sun Aug 06, 2017 1:01 pm
Forum: General Mods
Topic: Fitting an Extra tank AND a free flow
Replies: 21
Views: 8525

Fitting an Extra tank AND a free flow

Hi I plan to, in the near future hopefully, to install both an extra fuel tank and a free flow exhaust. These have both been discussed before, but I have specific questions. I do not want to fit an Extra tank at the back above the spare, I would prefer the extra weight stay between the wheels, and s...
by drew3
Mon Jul 03, 2017 10:21 am
Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
Topic: Some extra exterior lighting
Replies: 57
Views: 15774

Re: Some extra exterior lighting

Hi Drew. I have a 2nd battery that's permanently fitted in the load bin and charged by solar panel on the canopy roof. The wiring was indeed glued and to date it hasn't come adrift - just clean the surfaces where you want to lay your wiring with benzine first. I put a toggle switch for the lights c...
by drew3
Mon Jul 03, 2017 8:16 am
Forum: Late 2005 - 2016 Hilux (Gen 6 aka Vigo-shape)
Topic: Some extra exterior lighting
Replies: 57
Views: 15774

Re: Some extra exterior lighting

Heinrich, please forgive me for hijacking your thread a little! :D: I recently fitted some led lighting myself. Dome light 12v 15x5mm LED domelight-15LED.JPG A lot brighter than the normal incandescent festoon lamp IMG_7174.JPG I was too lazy to get out a tripod :D: ...... excuse the blurry pic, (t...
by drew3
Fri Jun 16, 2017 4:51 pm
Forum: General Mods
Topic: Auxiliary Dashboard Cigarette Lighter
Replies: 5
Views: 7000

Re: RE: Re: Auxiliary Dashboard Cigarette Lighter

LouisZ wrote:Other idea what I had was to replace the OE cig lighter with this dual usb socket. I just filed away a bit to let it fit. Work like usual on the ignition.
Thanks Louis. I have considered these but for a different purpose of what I'm trying to achieve now.

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by drew3
Fri Jun 16, 2017 4:49 pm
Forum: General Mods
Topic: Auxiliary Dashboard Cigarette Lighter
Replies: 5
Views: 7000

Re: RE: Re: Auxiliary Dashboard Cigarette Lighter

Have a look at this topic .... just a little further than ½ way down the page. http://www.hilux4x4.co.za/views/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=15977 I fitted 2 extra lighter sockets for the same reason, however I didn't fit them on the top of the dash but rather in the console (I had to cover the holes mad...
by drew3
Wed Jun 14, 2017 5:00 pm
Forum: General Mods
Topic: Auxiliary Dashboard Cigarette Lighter
Replies: 5
Views: 7000

Auxiliary Dashboard Cigarette Lighter

Hi all Looking for some advice, and possibly a diagram or two. I am considering installing 2 or 3 additional cigarette lighter sockets onto the top of my dashboard (using the socket holder from 4xrdirect) so that I have far less cables running from GPS, TPMS etc down to the standard cig socket. I wo...
by drew3
Thu May 04, 2017 6:40 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Tyre Pressure: Thoughts on constant loads
Replies: 4
Views: 1893

Re: RE: Re: Tyre Pressure: Thoughts on constant loads

Pressures vary a little between tyre brands / types and sizes. While 2.1 sounds fair, what is the wear pattern on the treads? If there is more wear in the middle, then the pressure is too high - too low if there is more wear on the outer edges. Remember also that front and rear will wear a little d...
by drew3
Wed May 03, 2017 2:57 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Tyre Pressure: Thoughts on constant loads
Replies: 4
Views: 1893

Tyre Pressure: Thoughts on constant loads

Hi all looking for some advice regarding long distance tar driving (tar, long distance) tyre pressures and constant loads. Not 4x4 or off road related. The manual suggests the tyre pressure on my lux should be 2.1 when not loaded. I normally put them on 1.8 as I drive on dirt/gravel for 30-40min bef...
by drew3
Sun Mar 12, 2017 8:08 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Replacing U-Joints of Propshaft
Replies: 0
Views: 1043

Replacing U-Joints of Propshaft

Hi there, So I am considering replacing the universals in my propshaft. I need to replace the centre bearing (again... cheap parts don't last), so thought I'd do the universals and have the whole thing balanced after. Just wanted to ask if anybody knows the size of the universals used on the IFS rea...
by drew3
Thu Jan 05, 2017 9:01 am
Forum: General Mods
Topic: IFS rear bumper
Replies: 24
Views: 9478

Re: IFS rear bumper

Just to tease a it :siffler: Hi Neill, From an older post I can see you also planned on installing a long range fuel tank. I plan basically the same setup - aluminium canopy, rear bumper with wheel carrier and the 70l extra tank where the spare wheel would normally go. By my calculations that's abo...
by drew3
Fri Dec 23, 2016 8:08 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease
Replies: 18
Views: 3567

Re: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease

Replaced the centre bearing this afternoon. The old one had basically seperator from the carrier housing. Bought a generic part from Midas. Got a nce discount and only paid R 270 for the part. Could not find a replacement locknut but made due with the old one. Definitely suggest you use a bearing pu...
by drew3
Fri Dec 16, 2016 5:44 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Replacement of Center Carrier Bearing
Replies: 18
Views: 9208

Re: Replacement of Center Carrier Bearing

Anybody know what size the locknut is for the IFS?

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by drew3
Thu Dec 15, 2016 7:44 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: CV Joint Kit IFS
Replies: 9
Views: 3616

Re: RE: Re: CV Joint Kit IFS

Yeah understood. I think I will give that a go before trying to haul everything off. Thanks Louis.
by drew3
Thu Dec 15, 2016 6:18 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease
Replies: 18
Views: 3567

Re: RE: Re: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease

Propshaft Centre here in Klerksdorp replaced the centre bearing on Hound Dog, total bill fitted was less than 20% of what you were quoted. This was three years ago, still going strong. -F_D Ja I was quoted R 450 to replace the centre bearing by a local CV-PROP Shaft place (Ellisras). To refurb the ...
by drew3
Thu Dec 15, 2016 1:03 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: CV Joint Kit IFS
Replies: 9
Views: 3616

Re: CV Joint Kit IFS

Hi Louis. Thanks for that. The CV itself I am sure is still fine. It is just leaking grease from the boot as far as I can tell.

I was quoted R 1500-ish for the cv boot kit from Toyota. Seems a bit ridiculous for a rubber boot and some clips to hold it in place.

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by drew3
Thu Dec 15, 2016 11:35 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease
Replies: 18
Views: 3567

Re: RE: Re: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease

How much do the Stealers want for an IFS Centre Bearing? Note: whilst some Okes refer to it as a "carrier bearing", don't use that term with the Stealers, they'll not have a clue what you're talking about! Centre Bearing net! Rich :cooldude: I was just quoted R 2800 by my local Toyota for...
by drew3
Thu Dec 15, 2016 11:30 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease
Replies: 18
Views: 3567

Re: RE: Re: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease

That carrier bearing is poked. About 5 to 8 mm rotation of the prop is OK, not too critical if it's more,but then you really notice it when taking your foot off the pedal or vice versa - clunk, clunk. Thought as much thanks. However I think the play is more than 5/8mm. But I don't notice any clunk ...
by drew3
Wed Dec 14, 2016 6:03 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease
Replies: 18
Views: 3567

Re: RE: Re: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease

Clunking is classic worn centre bearing. Lay underneath and press the popshaft up, there should be zero play on the centre bearing. Grease is always gonna leak out of universals, centrifugal force enol. Rich :cooldude: Ja thanks I was just looking at the centre bearing and I can definitely push up ...
by drew3
Wed Dec 14, 2016 9:30 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease
Replies: 18
Views: 3567

Re: RE: Re: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease

Willem van Schalkwyk wrote:Hi Mud,

I have the same problem but it is excessive backlash on the diff.
How do you set this?

Dankie Baie!
How can you tell that it is backlash? No play sat any of the universals?

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by drew3
Wed Dec 14, 2016 8:13 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease
Replies: 18
Views: 3567

Re: RE: Re: RE: Re: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease

Pumping it full of grease is not the answer and it will have to find it's way out somewhere, if not at the slip-joint, then at the universal end. The slip-joint is there to allow for length variation as the axle moves up and down in it's arc. The thud you hear is due to wear somewhere - this could ...
by drew3
Wed Dec 14, 2016 4:51 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease
Replies: 18
Views: 3567

Re: RE: Re: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease

Pumping it full of grease is not the answer and it will have to find it's way out somewhere, if not at the slip-joint, then at the universal end. The slip-joint is there to allow for length variation as the axle moves up and down in it's arc. The thud you hear is due to wear somewhere - this could ...
by drew3
Tue Dec 13, 2016 5:45 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: CV Joint Kit IFS
Replies: 9
Views: 3616

Re: CV Joint Kit IFS

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What it looks like.

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by drew3
Tue Dec 13, 2016 5:43 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: CV Joint Kit IFS
Replies: 9
Views: 3616

Re: RE: Re: CV Joint Kit IFS

Thabogrobler wrote:For starters, watch a youtube video to see if you feel comfortable to attempt and get VERY dirty.

If you feel confident, then go ahead!
I like dirt... [emoji2] will do thanks Thabo.

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by drew3
Tue Dec 13, 2016 1:54 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Random Water Reticulation Question
Replies: 17
Views: 3282

Re: RE: Re: Random Water Reticulation Question

Hi there, Looking for some input on a water pipeline I have on the reserve I am working on. Very simply, the line runs from the pump to a header tank, but along that line there are one or two taps that pumps to small pans. Actually, I have several setups like this on the reserve. Currently, I have ...
by drew3
Tue Dec 13, 2016 1:52 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: CV Joint Kit IFS
Replies: 9
Views: 3616

CV Joint Kit IFS

Hi all I have seen that my left outer cv joint seems to have leaked a lot of grease. The car has done 175 000km. How often should one replace the grease? There does not appear to be grease nipple I can just pump into. I have read about CV joint kits that one can get from Toyota themselves. How diffi...
by drew3
Tue Dec 13, 2016 1:45 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease
Replies: 18
Views: 3567

IFS Rear Prop Shaft Leaking Grease

Hi all I have had a constant issue with my IFS, experiencing a thud/clunk when releasing clutch. It only happens when i am not carefully amd release the clutch pedal quickly, but is not existent when I release it slowly. Several people have told me that I need to pump my prop shaft full of grease to...
by drew3
Thu Dec 08, 2016 11:58 am
Forum: Route Planning questions/discussions
Topic: Taking dogs with to Nam/Botswana
Replies: 6
Views: 3538

Re: Taking dogs with to Nam/Botswana

Unfortunately I have no clue myself. You would have to phone around.

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by drew3
Thu Dec 08, 2016 6:10 am
Forum: Route Planning questions/discussions
Topic: Taking dogs with to Nam/Botswana
Replies: 6
Views: 3538

Re: Taking dogs with to Nam/Botswana

Hi there I have been living in Botswana for the last year. I don't know about dog friendly game reserve or lodges in the delta or the most popular places, but you can definitely get yourself a movement permit that will allow you to take your dog's in. It last for 3 months. No clue about Namibia thou...
by drew3
Sun Dec 04, 2016 4:56 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Random Water Reticulation Question
Replies: 17
Views: 3282

Re: RE: Re: Random Water Reticulation Question

By the why, Drew if the pump is still running after the tank and the pan is full, somewhere pressure is started to build up which mean you must switch of the pump. If you don't want this, see the attached picture of what you can do. By this method you don't need to switched of the pump every time w...
by drew3
Sun Dec 04, 2016 4:54 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Random Water Reticulation Question
Replies: 17
Views: 3282

Re: RE: Re: Random Water Reticulation Question

Dowe Koos wrote:Hello Drew, hope this help.
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What is the other guys said on this one.
Hi Dowe thanks for this. This is exactly what I had in mind but did not know you could get NR valves with greater pressure ratings. I will have to look around for them.

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by drew3
Sun Dec 04, 2016 4:54 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Random Water Reticulation Question
Replies: 17
Views: 3282

Re: RE: Re: Random Water Reticulation Question

Dowe Koos wrote:Hello Drew, hope this help.
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What is the other guys said on this one.
Hi Dowe thanks for this. This is exactly what I had in mind but did not know you could get NR valves with greater pressure ratings. I will have to look around for them.

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by drew3
Sun Dec 04, 2016 4:54 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Random Water Reticulation Question
Replies: 17
Views: 3282

Re: RE: Re: Random Water Reticulation Question

Dowe Koos wrote:Hello Drew, hope this help.
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What is the other guys said on this one.
Hi Dowe thanks for this. This is exactly what I had in mind but did not know you could get NR valves with greater pressure ratings. I will have to look around for them.

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by drew3
Sun Dec 04, 2016 9:40 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Random Water Reticulation Question
Replies: 17
Views: 3282

Random Water Reticulation Question

Hi there, Looking for some input on a water pipeline I have on the reserve I am working on. Very simply, the line runs from the pump to a header tank, but along that line there are one or two taps that pumps to small pans. Actually, I have several setups like this on the reserve. Currently, I have t...
by drew3
Sun Dec 04, 2016 5:56 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Kzte cuts out
Replies: 5
Views: 1766

Re: Kzte cuts out

Had what sounds to be the same issue with a cruiser before. Turned out that I had dirty diesel and the fuel filter was clogged up, not letting any diesel through. Replaced it and and drained the tank. All was well again.

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by drew3
Tue Nov 29, 2016 5:55 am
Forum: 2016 - on - Revo Shape Hilux
Topic: H4 LED kit
Replies: 18
Views: 7300

Re: H4 LED kit

Sounds awesome. Can someone post some pics of the difference in the beams of the old versus the LED?

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by drew3
Wed Nov 23, 2016 5:52 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Limited Slip Diff Oil in IFS
Replies: 4
Views: 1336

Re: RE: Re: Limited Slip Diff Oil in IFS

Think you will get different answers here..oils and greases can become a difficult subject. ..but this is how I understand it: The LSD oils have additives in specifically designed for the workings of the clutch or friction plates called 'Friction Modifiers" It should be fine in a non-LSD diff,...
by drew3
Wed Nov 23, 2016 5:50 am
Forum: General Mods
Topic: IFS rear bumper
Replies: 24
Views: 9478

Re: RE: Re: IFS rear bumper

Thunder02 wrote:Just to tease a it :siffler:
IFS rear bumper.jpg
Really looks great Thunder, and I want the spare wheel carrier too!

Will give you a shout when I'm ready.

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