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- Wed May 08, 2024 8:27 am
- Forum: Alternative Energy
- Topic: WHAT MAKE OF BATTERY IS BEST FOR ENGEL FRIDGE ?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5215
Re: WHAT MAKE OF BATTERY IS BEST FOR ENGEL FRIDGE ?
For lithium you will need some kind of DC-DC to make use of your alternator.
- Thu May 02, 2024 9:51 am
- Forum: Late 1998 to 2005 (Gen 5 aka IFS Hilux)
- Topic: Cabin filter 2001 2.7i
- Replies: 4
- Views: 173
Re: Cabin filter 2001 2.7i
I could be wrong, but I don't think there is one on that model (I had one for a few years)
- Wed Apr 24, 2024 10:06 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Another IFS Hilux has joined the chat
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2478
Re: Another IFS Hilux has joined the chat
It's looking good, makes me miss mine!
- Mon Apr 22, 2024 10:02 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 3l 1987 power steering pump replacement
- Replies: 2
- Views: 725
Re: 3l 1987 power steering pump replacement
Look up LivingSFA on Facebook. He rebuilds the pumps
- Mon Apr 08, 2024 11:20 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Canadian Hilux ID?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 986
Re: Canadian Hilux ID?
The engine number should be on the plate as well, that will give you the engine model
- Mon Apr 08, 2024 11:19 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: Lifting SFA Hilux
- Replies: 3
- Views: 743
Re: Lifting SFA Hilux
It's going to change a lot of things. Drive shafts will be longer and the angle into the front and rear diffs will become problematic. Steering linkages will have to change, maybe go to crossover steering. Longer brake lines which may affect brake balance (and often you can't get new lines that matc...
- Mon Mar 25, 2024 12:08 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Rear Window Issue
- Replies: 1
- Views: 653
Re: Rear Window Issue
I presume you have a Surf - the station wagon 5 door body type?
I'm guessing here, but you should be able to remove the trim on the inside to access the mechanism.
I'm guessing here, but you should be able to remove the trim on the inside to access the mechanism.
- Mon Mar 25, 2024 12:05 pm
- Forum: Wanted
- Topic: Looking for Tonneau Cover 2000 Hilux 2.7 IFS double cab
- Replies: 2
- Views: 587
Re: Looking for Tonneau Cover 2000 Hilux 2.7 IFS double cab
Tonneau King make them for very reasonable prices
- Thu Feb 15, 2024 8:58 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Where to penetrate the bin
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1097
Re: Where to penetrate the bin
Or you can get the Dicktator harness grommet:
https://www.dicktator.co.za/product/firewall-grommet/
https://www.dicktator.co.za/product/firewall-grommet/
- Mon Feb 12, 2024 10:02 am
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Where to penetrate the bin
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1097
Re: Where to penetrate the bin
The access panel to the rear lights?
- Fri Feb 02, 2024 9:18 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: New member with some 4y questions
- Replies: 5
- Views: 815
Re: New member with some 4y questions
Those engines (the blocks) at least are still in production so you can maybe even source a new one. There are fleets of minibuses in South Africa that use them still so we can buy them new. Depending on how much you want to spend, and how long you are prepared to wait, you might find that a South Af...
- Thu Feb 01, 2024 9:52 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Query: 1995 SFA DC 22R Passenger Wiring?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 643
Re: Query: 1995 SFA DC 22R Passenger Wiring?
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1m-EMsO ... sp=sharing
There are the wiring diagrams for your vehicle, if you check the wire colour you should find what those are for
There are the wiring diagrams for your vehicle, if you check the wire colour you should find what those are for
- Mon Jan 29, 2024 8:43 am
- Forum: Spares
- Topic: 1999 Hilux front bumper
- Replies: 3
- Views: 735
1999 Hilux front bumper
Hi all Getting rid a front bumper from a 1999 Hilux with all the brackets and hardware. Replaced with a steel bumper and subsequently sold the Hilux. For free, mahala, come and fetch. Bumper is mint - had it resprayed just before getting the steel bumper. Nudge bar is not included. WhatsApp Image 20...
- Mon Nov 13, 2023 9:57 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Sfa skokbrekers?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1143
Re: Sfa skokbrekers?
You should be able to get Old Man Emu in those dimensions still
- Mon Nov 06, 2023 8:05 am
- Forum: Late 1998 to 2005 (Gen 5 aka IFS Hilux)
- Topic: '03 Hilux instrument panel lights dimmer control.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 956
Re: '03 Hilux instrument panel lights dimmer control.
From 4x4direct.co.za
- Tue Oct 31, 2023 9:18 am
- Forum: Alternative Energy
- Topic: WHAT MAKE OF BATTERY IS BEST FOR ENGEL FRIDGE ?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5215
Re: WHAT MAKE OF BATTERY IS BEST FOR ENGEL FRIDGE ?
Lithium is great, HOWEVER, it is significantly more expensive upfront, but probably in terms of rands/cycle, slightly better value for money than Lead Acid/AGM/whatever. You also need to invest significantly more in your charging infrastructure (intelligent DC-DC chargers etc). I recently changed my...
- Mon Oct 30, 2023 9:11 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Hilux Newbie from Canada Questions
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1486
Re: Hilux Newbie from Canada Questions
For the "L" series engines I don't think that there is much difference in performance between any of them. My 3L was hard pressed to maintain 100 km/h on the flat, and forget about uphill. It was incredible off road, in technical, rocky terrain with great low down torque and amazing engine...
- Fri Oct 27, 2023 8:56 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Hilux Newbie from Canada Questions
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1486
Re: Hilux Newbie from Canada Questions
Hi there Good luck with your purchase. The old naturally aspirated diesel (the "L" series) are donkeys. Slow and steady. I had a 2.8 (3L) and it struggled to maintain 100km/h. We'd joke that it would go anywhere at 80 though. They do tend to have an overheating issue, so an EGT gauge is hi...
- Tue Oct 24, 2023 8:31 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Cooling system issue
- Replies: 1
- Views: 984
Re: Cooling system issue
As far as I remember, and I could be wrong, the temp gauge is "damped" in its normal range, so that it stays steady, even if the coolant changes temperature. It may be that the circuit that accomplishes the "damping" is no longer working correctly.
- Mon Oct 09, 2023 9:48 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Finally a dedicated Hilux SFA forum!!
- Replies: 32
- Views: 11878
Re: Finally a dedicated Hilux SFA forum!!
Those are like hen's teeth. If it's running and the electrics are not too much of a hack job and NO rust, then 50k is very reasonable!
- Mon Oct 02, 2023 8:16 am
- Forum: Late 1998 to 2005 (Gen 5 aka IFS Hilux)
- Topic: '03 Hilux instrument panel lights dimmer control.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 956
Re: '03 Hilux instrument panel lights dimmer control.
Have you considered switching to LEDs? Made a huge difference on mine.
- Wed Sep 27, 2023 2:56 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Recurring Airlock in my 94 Diesel Hilux
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1156
Re: Recurring Airlock in my 94 Diesel Hilux
I had a cracked hard line near the tank that introduced air into the lines. We found the problem by replacing a section of the hose in the engine bay with clear hose temporarily
- Wed Sep 27, 2023 8:09 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Recurring Airlock in my 94 Diesel Hilux
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1156
Re: Recurring Airlock in my 94 Diesel Hilux
Give it 12V and see if you feel it operating?
- Tue Sep 26, 2023 8:42 am
- Forum: 1979 to early 1998 Hilux (Gen 3&4 aka SFA 4x4)
- Topic: 1Kd or 2Kd engine in 4th Gen Hilux
- Replies: 2
- Views: 775
Re: 1Kd or 2Kd engine in 4th Gen Hilux
Yes, there are a few around. It's the same block as the KZTE engine so it fits, I think getting the electronic side to work is more of an issue as you don't have many of the sensors needed. If you want to do it, you should probably get a full front cut, with the ECU, harness and engine.
- Tue Sep 26, 2023 8:39 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Recurring Airlock in my 94 Diesel Hilux
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1156
Re: Recurring Airlock in my 94 Diesel Hilux
Are you sure that the solenoid valve on the diesel pump is working correctly?
- Fri Sep 22, 2023 8:24 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 2006 4.0l V6 rear differential
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1089
Re: 2006 4.0l V6 rear differential
You can try N1 4x4 or Ultimate 4x4 for 2nd hand spares
- Fri Sep 08, 2023 8:38 am
- Forum: Wanted
- Topic: Steering box sfa
- Replies: 1
- Views: 730
Re: Steering box sfa
Kontak Jaco van LivingSFA, livingSFA@gmail.com of 060 451 5714
- Tue Sep 05, 2023 8:55 am
- Forum: 4x2 Hilux's Welcome
- Topic: I bought a 1992 2.4D 4x2
- Replies: 2
- Views: 732
Re: I bought a 1992 2.4D 4x2
Hi there, Welcome to the forum. It's rare to find one with the body in good condition but mechanically they are very robust. It all depends on how much budget you have. It sounds like the head gasket on the engine may have gone, so that would be the first thing to do. While the engine is open, you m...
- Mon Sep 04, 2023 8:26 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Toyota 3.0L Diesel Double Cab Which Year Model
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1217
Re: Toyota 3.0L Diesel Double Cab Which Year Model
The early KZTEs had problems with the heads. They fixed the issues in the 2002 model year, so an '02-05 model is the better buy.
Also agree that a 2 owner, 150k km bakkie at R45k is too good to be true. They sell for north of R120k easily.
Also agree that a 2 owner, 150k km bakkie at R45k is too good to be true. They sell for north of R120k easily.
- Thu Aug 17, 2023 8:53 am
- Forum: Build your own:
- Topic: toyota 4x4 beatle
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5490
Re: toyota 4x4 beatle
Nope, sorry, long gone.
- Wed Aug 16, 2023 8:48 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: 99 Hilux Nudge Bar Drawing?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1321
Re: 99 Hilux Nudge Bar Drawing?
Hi there I tried adding you on whatsapp, but it says that number isn't on whatsapp. Anyway here is a link to the dxf files: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1PPThJaTZfBsEb4DvftOGnLzq9tVzj0cG?usp=sharing There are two support brackets out of 10 mm mild steel that form the main attachment points...
- Mon Aug 14, 2023 8:47 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: 99 Hilux Nudge Bar Drawing?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1321
Re: 99 Hilux Nudge Bar Drawing?
The nudge bar specifically? No.
I do have a drawing for a steel bumper for one if you want that
I do have a drawing for a steel bumper for one if you want that
- Thu Aug 10, 2023 9:47 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: IFS steering column firewall seal
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1453
Re: IFS steering column firewall seal
Thanks, off to Toyota I go then.
- Tue Aug 08, 2023 9:00 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: IFS steering column firewall seal
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1453
IFS steering column firewall seal
Hi there Has anyone replaced their steering column seal where it passes through the firewall? On the Toyota parts diagram it looks like it's one piece with the seal mounted to a mounting plate. https://i.imgur.com/BAbiJ1g.jpg But if I google, it seems that you can get the seal separately: https://tr...
- Mon Jul 31, 2023 9:29 am
- Forum: General Mods
- Topic: modifying electric windows
- Replies: 2
- Views: 896
Re: modifying electric windows
The easiest way is to get some auto switches from a scrap yard. The Toyota switches haven't changed much if at all between vehicles.
- Tue Jul 18, 2023 3:49 pm
- Forum: Toyota Fortuner 4x4 Forum
- Topic: Black smoke while accelerating and when changing gears on a toyota fortuner 2007 3l d4r
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2113
Re: Black smoke while accelerating and when changing gears on a toyota fortuner 2007 3l d4r
Over fuelling, too much fuel getting injected initially?
- Tue Jul 18, 2023 3:47 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 3rz rebuild or cut out
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1420
Re: 3rz rebuild or cut out
By rebuilding at least you know what you have. A second hand motor is a whole other kettle of fish
- Tue Jul 18, 2023 8:32 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: IFS sunvisors
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1696
Re: IFS sunvisors
The nut idea is a great one! Hopefully it's close to a standard thread diameter. Otherwise I might try cut a circlip groove with a hacksaw blade.
- Tue Jul 18, 2023 8:28 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: 1988 Hilux 2.2 4x4 Long Wheel base price?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1552
Re: 1988 Hilux 2.2 4x4 Long Wheel base price?
Mint condition, original single cabs are becoming very, very rare. Most were driven to death. A friend of mine paid around R140k for a fully rebuilt one.
- Fri Jul 14, 2023 9:38 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: LN106R Parking brake bell crank measurements
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1300
Re: LN106R Parking brake bell crank measurements
The 106 wasn't sold in SA, but the parking brakes are probably identical to the earlier models. If no one can help you here, look up "Living SFA" on Facebook. They rebuild SFAs all the time and should be able to help you out.
- Tue Jul 11, 2023 1:14 pm
- Forum: General Mods
- Topic: Front Bumper KZTE
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1327
- Tue Jul 11, 2023 8:43 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 3rz engine swap to kzte
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2028
Re: 3rz engine swap to kzte
There's a butterfly valve in the intake that clogs up, cleaning it may help. I have the same engine and typically get around 12-13l per 100 km.
viewtopic.php?p=440386&hilit=3rz+throttle#p440386
viewtopic.php?p=440386&hilit=3rz+throttle#p440386
- Mon Jul 10, 2023 3:10 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: IFS sunvisors
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1696
Re: IFS sunvisors
If Toyota have them, it will be pricey. I've not even bothered to ask to be honest.
There are 3D print files for the mounting bracket, but I've not been able to figure out how I'm going to get the little retension collar thing off and back on again.
There are 3D print files for the mounting bracket, but I've not been able to figure out how I'm going to get the little retension collar thing off and back on again.
- Wed Jul 05, 2023 8:40 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: IFS sunvisors
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1696
IFS sunvisors
Hi all
I was wondering if anyone knows of a source for interior parts. My IFS's sunvisors mounting plates have cracked in half and need replacing. Does anyone know of a scrapyard that might have stock?
Thanks
Nic
I was wondering if anyone knows of a source for interior parts. My IFS's sunvisors mounting plates have cracked in half and need replacing. Does anyone know of a scrapyard that might have stock?
Thanks
Nic
- Mon Jun 26, 2023 8:20 am
- Forum: General Mods
- Topic: Front Bumper KZTE
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1327
Re: Front Bumper KZTE
I have a CAD file for one. Will require some welding up after laser cutting and bending. Let me know if you're interested.
viewtopic.php?p=514787#p514787
- Wed Jun 14, 2023 9:37 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: 2003 Hilux 4x4 front driveshaft CV joint repair kit.
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1302
Re: 2003 Hilux 4x4 front driveshaft CV joint repair kit.
Didn't you ask this exact question the other day?
Anyway, you can replace the U-joints, I just had it done on my front prop, from the same era IFS Hilux, where they replaced all three U-joints.
Anyway, you can replace the U-joints, I just had it done on my front prop, from the same era IFS Hilux, where they replaced all three U-joints.
- Fri Jun 09, 2023 10:15 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Carbon Canister
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5383
Re: Carbon Canister
Thanks
- Mon Jun 05, 2023 10:34 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Carbon Canister
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5383
Re: Carbon Canister
Resurrecting a long dead thread here: My charcoal canister in my 3RZ has started making weird noises. I'm guessing that it's klaar. I also have a long range tank fitted so I'm guessing that I'm exceeding its capacity entirely anyway. Is there any reason I couldn't just vent the tank to air? Obviousl...
- Mon May 29, 2023 8:42 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Aisin free wheel hub springs
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1516
Re: Aisin free wheel hub springs
@dax021 "A long shot, but maybe try the Suzuki dealers. The SJ 410/413 had identical hubs," Do you know if they have the same spline count, should be if they are identical? I see one get auto hubs for the Suzuki and I've been looking for auto hubs for the Hilux a long time. So it seems th...
- Thu May 25, 2023 9:46 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Aisin free wheel hub springs
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1516
Re: Aisin free wheel hub springs
I don't think the spline counts are the same, at least that's what I've read
- Wed May 24, 2023 8:58 am
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Torque setting advice.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1816
- Tue May 23, 2023 10:12 am
- Forum: 4x2 Hilux's Welcome
- Topic: 4x4 conversion
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3368
Re: 4x4 conversion
At minimum you'll need:
- The transfer case
- The front axle and suspension
- The wiring harness and ECU
- The interior pieces, gear levers/switches etc
Go ask at Toyota for prices on all of those, then (at least) double the cost for labour, and you'll have a good idea of cost.
- The transfer case
- The front axle and suspension
- The wiring harness and ECU
- The interior pieces, gear levers/switches etc
Go ask at Toyota for prices on all of those, then (at least) double the cost for labour, and you'll have a good idea of cost.
- Mon May 22, 2023 2:07 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Aisin free wheel hub springs
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1516
Re: Aisin free wheel hub springs
Might have tracked some down in KZN. Holding thumbs
- Mon May 22, 2023 12:35 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Aisin free wheel hub springs
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1516
- Mon May 22, 2023 8:41 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Aisin free wheel hub springs
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1516
- Fri May 19, 2023 7:28 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Aisin free wheel hub springs
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1516
Re: Aisin free wheel hub springs
Yes, if I buy the entire hub. No loose parts
- Fri May 19, 2023 2:37 pm
- Forum: General Hilux Discussions
- Topic: Hilux 2016 Stereo upgrade
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1262
Re: Hilux 2016 Stereo upgrade
You can fit any double DIN head unit
- Fri May 19, 2023 1:19 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Aisin free wheel hub springs
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1516
Aisin free wheel hub springs
Hi all
Long story short, my 1999 IFS Hilux is missing the springs from the free wheel hub assembly.
Specifically the Clutch Spring and the Connecting Spring
Does anyone have any lying around, maybe in a broken hub?
Thanks in advance!
Long story short, my 1999 IFS Hilux is missing the springs from the free wheel hub assembly.
Specifically the Clutch Spring and the Connecting Spring
Does anyone have any lying around, maybe in a broken hub?
Thanks in advance!
- Fri May 19, 2023 8:57 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: '03 hilux front 4x4 driveshaft repair
- Replies: 3
- Views: 833
Re: '03 hilux front 4x4 driveshaft repair
After a long trip with ~1000km in 4x4, I heard a weird rattle from under the bakkie, when driving. It got considerably worse when engaging 4x4. I didn't know this but when driving in 2x4 there is sufficient friction in the front hubs/axles/diff that the front prop turns. So when driving, the front p...
- Thu May 18, 2023 8:34 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: '03 hilux front 4x4 driveshaft repair
- Replies: 3
- Views: 833
Re: '03 hilux front 4x4 driveshaft repair
I have a very similar model Hilux and just (yesterday) replaced all three universal joints fairly cheaply