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by KZTE Nut
Wed Jan 22, 2020 10:27 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Hilux KZTE popping out of first gear
Replies: 16
Views: 3005

Re: Hilux KZTE popping out of first gear

Yes my KZTE (2000) does that too every now and again with an alarming loud knocking sound ! Scares the bejabbers out of me...
by KZTE Nut
Fri Sep 13, 2019 9:32 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Tuning and understanding your Toyota viscous fan clutch
Replies: 7
Views: 1678

Re: Tuning and understanding your Toyota viscous fan clutch

Very interesting Thabo.

Do you think that temperature gauge mod would work on your KZ hilux ?
by KZTE Nut
Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:40 am
Forum: Braai and recipes
Topic: So we're building a smoker
Replies: 20
Views: 13512

Re: So we're building a smoker

Hi BV You said it - it depends if you are doing hot smoke or cold smoke. Hot smoke - think ribs, briskets, pork shoulder. Meat gets cooked in the heat and flavour from the smoke. Cold smoke is for bacon and smoked salmon. Here you want the smoke but NO heat and NO cooking. So you see some smokers wh...
by KZTE Nut
Sun May 26, 2019 6:24 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: KZTE help needed
Replies: 16
Views: 2622

Re: KZTE help needed

Behind the kick panel next to your right foot, or is it now at your right knee(???) there is a place where you can plug in the remote - the backside with the metal strip. Pop the remote in there and the hooter should honk(IIRC) and bob's your uncle! This solution from Thabo worked for me too when t...
by KZTE Nut
Wed May 22, 2019 9:02 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: KZTE help needed
Replies: 16
Views: 2622

Re: KZTE help needed

Behind the kick panel next to your right foot, or is it now at your right knee(???) there is a place where you can plug in the remote - the backside with the metal strip. Pop the remote in there and the hooter should honk(IIRC) and bob's your uncle! This solution from Thabo worked for me too when t...
by KZTE Nut
Fri Mar 01, 2019 10:32 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: How do i remove wheel arch trim on KZTE ?
Replies: 3
Views: 1237

Re: How do i remove wheel arch trim on KZTE ?

Thanks Mud Dog ! I will try your method :thumbup:
by KZTE Nut
Fri Mar 01, 2019 9:31 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: How do i remove wheel arch trim on KZTE ?
Replies: 3
Views: 1237

How do i remove wheel arch trim on KZTE ?

Hi
Anyone know how to remove the wheel arch trims on KZTE ? I removed the bolts inside the wheel arch but it is still 'vas'
There must be a way to maneuver/unclip the trim. I am trying not to break it... :shock2:
by KZTE Nut
Sun Nov 19, 2017 7:52 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: How to tell if IFS engine mounts need to be replaced ?
Replies: 6
Views: 2134

Re: How to tell if IFS engine mounts need to be replaced ?

Thanks everyone !

Growler - no there is no sudden "jerk" when the bakkie switches off and no problems with getting into 1st gear.

I will try to have a look at the mounts as advised.
by KZTE Nut
Thu Nov 16, 2017 11:07 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: How to tell if IFS engine mounts need to be replaced ?
Replies: 6
Views: 2134

How to tell if IFS engine mounts need to be replaced ?

Hi all I have the original engine mounts on my IFS KZTE. How does one tell if they need replacing ? On idle I can hear a soft rattle which goes away when revs go up. I don't hear any knocking sound when accelerating hard. Is it a big job to replace and are there decent non Toyota parts ? Has anyone ...
by KZTE Nut
Thu Sep 14, 2017 11:37 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: D4d turbo noise
Replies: 3
Views: 2449

Re: D4d turbo noise

How dirty is the air-filter ? I had it once and found that my air-filter was dirty (dusty roads ?) and i can only guess the lack of air was causing lower pressure/air density around impeller and that caused the whistling.
by KZTE Nut
Tue Aug 29, 2017 7:15 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Looking for capacitor
Replies: 7
Views: 2896

Re: Looking for capacitor

You tried testing the suspect capacitor ?
by KZTE Nut
Mon May 08, 2017 6:31 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Anyone replaced Toyota Tazz tie-rods and tie-rod ends ?
Replies: 4
Views: 1854

Anyone replaced Toyota Tazz tie-rods and tie-rod ends ?

I need to replace the tie rods and inner tie-rod ends on a Toyota Tazz. Anyone done this and give some advice or can recommend a mechanic in the Jhb or Eastern suburbs area ? I would do it myself but it looks like you need a special tool to loosen and tighten the inner tie-rod end :frustrated:
by KZTE Nut
Tue Jan 17, 2017 9:02 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: GD-6 2,8 4x4 Raider D/Cab Manual : The Good and the Bad
Replies: 37
Views: 9511

Re: GD-6 2,8 4x4 Raider D/Cab Manual : The Good and the Bad

Thanks Petri for the very useful information. Maybe another report in a while ? :)
by KZTE Nut
Sun Dec 11, 2016 12:59 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: 2005 KZTE Purchase thoughts
Replies: 11
Views: 2769

Re: 2005 KZTE Purchase thoughts

Hi Echoman and Hannes Can you explain why you prefer to use 500 ppm. I thought the logic was that higher sulphur fuel such as 500 ppm meant more rapid acidic (sulphuric acid) combustion buildup and that is why the oil changes were shorter than if you used 50 ppm ? Echoman you say that "50 and 1...
by KZTE Nut
Fri Sep 16, 2016 4:15 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Fair price for Hilux KZTE DC 4x2 ?
Replies: 5
Views: 1561

Re: Fair price for Hilux KZTE DC 4x2 ?

Thanks people for the info.

Chris the head has not been replaced but the intercooler will have kept the EGTs down which hopefully would have contributed to less stress on the head.
by KZTE Nut
Fri Sep 16, 2016 11:13 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Fair price for Hilux KZTE DC 4x2 ?
Replies: 5
Views: 1561

Fair price for Hilux KZTE DC 4x2 ?

Hi What would be a fair price for a 2000 Hilux KZTE DC 4x2 with:- Carryboy canopy bak rubber mat SAC intercooler and Dastek chip from 100 000 km EGT and display 330 000 km Hella 160 spotlights Headlights relay upgrade Thunder02 seat covers front and rear last item replaced - viscous coupling Thanks !
by KZTE Nut
Fri Aug 19, 2016 5:36 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: DIY EGT and more Gauge
Replies: 84
Views: 22133

Re: DIY EGT and more Gauge

Chris
Check out this Raspberry Pi powered PV and energy monitoring system - that is if you have a grid-tie inverter.
https://shop.openenergymonitor.com/solar-pv-monitor/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
With the rand/pound improvement it looks pretty good.
by KZTE Nut
Tue Aug 16, 2016 8:45 am
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: DIY EGT and more Gauge
Replies: 84
Views: 22133

Re: DIY EGT and more Gauge

Dankie Johan for all the info shared so freely. It is a pity that you bought that D4D :) Enjoy !
by KZTE Nut
Mon Jul 25, 2016 5:37 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Alum Canopy DIY with DWG & STP files
Replies: 37
Views: 6656

Re: Alum Canopy DIY with DWG & STP files

Thanks for the info guys :)
by KZTE Nut
Sun Jul 24, 2016 4:13 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Alum Canopy DIY with DWG & STP files
Replies: 37
Views: 6656

Re: Alum Canopy DIY with DWG & STP files

Sika is sterk genoeg vir die dak. Die slim manne se jy kan dit net so plak sonder pop rivets, maar ek het pop rivets bygesit net om dubbel seker te maak. Hulle gebruik daai goed ook om karre se voorruite te plak, as hy 'n swaar glas ruit kan plak en vir jare in posisie te hou sal hy die plaat op jo...
by KZTE Nut
Sat Jul 16, 2016 7:15 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: KZ-TE with Colt pump
Replies: 33
Views: 11367

Re: KZ-TE with Colt pump

Johan

How is it going with your KZTE with the Colt pump in the few months since your last post ?
by KZTE Nut
Thu Jun 30, 2016 10:06 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Advice needed - rattling noise on starting when engine is very cold
Replies: 5
Views: 2807

Re: Advice needed - rattling noise on starting when engine is very cold

Thanks Marius The problem only happens in winter and when engine is cold. There is no problem when engine is warm and I start it. Your mention of the injector pump makes me think that it could be the injectors that are going bad.... I am going to fill up with 50ppm on my next tank to see if the addi...
by KZTE Nut
Thu Jun 30, 2016 10:14 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Advice needed - rattling noise on starting when engine is very cold
Replies: 5
Views: 2807

Advice needed - rattling noise on starting when engine is very cold

Hello Manne My KZTE (330 000 km) makes a horrible rattling noise on starting when engine is very cold and then noise goes away after a few seconds. When the engine is warm there is no rattling noise when starting. The injector tips were replaced about 100 000 km ago so I think that is not likely the...
by KZTE Nut
Fri Feb 26, 2016 1:38 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: KZ-TE with Colt pump
Replies: 33
Views: 11367

Re: KZ-TE with Colt pump

JohanW wrote:
Turbo pressure I upped a bit to 15psi or just over 1 bar. This keeps the top end egts down.
Johan how do you adjust the turbo pressure ?
by KZTE Nut
Wed Feb 24, 2016 12:54 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: DIY EGT and more Gauge
Replies: 84
Views: 22133

Re: DIY EGT and more Gauge

Johan that looks super !

Is that display also from Robotics ? I looked in your early postings but don't find reference to it.
by KZTE Nut
Wed Feb 17, 2016 5:32 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: KZ-TE with Colt pump
Replies: 33
Views: 11367

Re: KZ-TE with Colt pump

Very interesting Johan.
Keep us posted :)
by KZTE Nut
Sat Feb 06, 2016 3:18 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: DIY EGT and more Gauge
Replies: 84
Views: 22133

Re: DIY EGT and more Gauge

Very well done Johan :) I have brewed my own EGT only display using a type K thermocouple, AD595 IC (and a few components) and voltmeter board. I got the info from this quite old article some years back. http://www.autospeed.com/cms/article.html?&title=TempScreen-Part-4-Building-a-Custom-Tempera...
by KZTE Nut
Sun Jan 24, 2016 7:16 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Hilux Relay- Indicators
Replies: 31
Views: 13902

Re: Hilux Relay- Indicators

Hi Family Dog

Got the same issue with the indicators on my KZTE. None work till you let the hazards flash a few times then voila you have your indicators back ! I think it must be a contact within the hazard flasher unit that is not doing it's job.... quick fix :)
by KZTE Nut
Thu Dec 31, 2015 10:32 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Home CCTV.
Replies: 27
Views: 3839

Re: Home CCTV.

Hi Zeppelin There is a 3rd option which has grown tremendously in popularity - HDCCTV or SDi or a number of other trade names. Difference here is that you get HD over conventional RG59 coax cable so there is no need for network switch and networking knowledge (well a little is needed if you want to ...
by KZTE Nut
Thu Dec 03, 2015 5:34 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: KZTE - gearbox oil dripping from speedo cluster
Replies: 5
Views: 1404

Re: KZTE - gearbox oil dripping from speedo cluster

Thanks guys

I had a quick look and feel for the breather buy did not find one.. what do I look for ?

Johan the new speedo cable came with a new O-ring and is definitely gearbox fluid.
by KZTE Nut
Thu Dec 03, 2015 8:47 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: KZTE - gearbox oil dripping from speedo cluster
Replies: 5
Views: 1404

KZTE - gearbox oil dripping from speedo cluster

Hi chaps There is slow drip of gearbox oil from the speedo cable at back of the instrument cluster into the footwell. I replaced the speedo cable (big job) using the instructions from the forum but the leak is still there :crazy: . Anybody have or had a similar problem ? The old girl has 320 000 km....
by KZTE Nut
Tue Sep 08, 2015 11:09 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Lost a friend this evening
Replies: 27
Views: 3727

Re: Lost a friend this evening

Condolences Eric
I know he had a good life as he had you as his friend.
One of toughest things I know is going to the vet and doing the right thing.....
It was time, and you did the right thing.

Bretton summed it up well: "loves you no matter what! A friend indeed."
by KZTE Nut
Fri May 29, 2015 11:51 am
Forum: Alternative Energy
Topic: PowerMaster Inverter Generator for use during loadshedding
Replies: 49
Views: 15345

Re: PowerMaster Inverter Generator for use during loadsheddi

Hi Chris. No it does not look like it. I connected it to the mains without a battery and it does not switch on bummer ... :slap: my 1kVA UPS vir die garage deur gaan nou deur 2x7AH batterye elke 6 maande .... Howdy Chris Check that the UPS you have has low voltage cut-out. i.e when the battery volt...
by KZTE Nut
Thu May 28, 2015 9:06 am
Forum: Alternative Energy
Topic: PowerMaster Inverter Generator for use during loadshedding
Replies: 49
Views: 15345

Re: PowerMaster Inverter Generator for use during loadsheddi

Hi Gents Remember the Mecer unit is a modified sine-wave output. Some inverters like Victron are true sine-wave inverters. The true sine-wave inverters are more expensive due to the extra technology/extra components. BTW the same applies for UPS's, that they are also available in modified sine-wave ...
by KZTE Nut
Wed May 20, 2015 7:01 pm
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: DYNO day 30 MEI 2015
Replies: 8
Views: 4694

Re: DYNO day 30 MEI 2015

"I would like to attend the DYNO day on 30 May for a free Dyno test of my 4x4"
[Pleas Hi-Lite this and the names, copy to a new post, add your # & name below, and hit 'SUBMIT" :-)]

1) Oompie Mac
2) Hansman & Vaaltyn
3)KZTE Nut
by KZTE Nut
Fri Aug 22, 2014 8:46 am
Forum: Gauteng
Topic: Dyno day - 30 Aug 2014
Replies: 119
Views: 14305

Re: Dyno day - 30 Aug 2014

1) CasKru 2) ThaboGrobler 3) Vans 4) Greg 5) Jan (JVG) 6) Martin 7) JohanM 8) Cleaner (late) 9) mcw (already there) 10) rigardt ( second in line,place kept by mcw) 11) Hansman&Vaaltyn 12) Thunder02 13) Obelix and Dogmatix (After 2,once everybody is gone :laugh2: ) 14) Lollie 15) Marius ( stumps)...
by KZTE Nut
Thu Jul 31, 2014 12:12 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Advice please: KZTE clattering noise when starting
Replies: 3
Views: 1153

Re: Advice please: KZTE clattering noise when starting

Thanks Wayne
What oil would you recommend ?
Cheers
by KZTE Nut
Wed Jul 30, 2014 1:41 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Advice please: KZTE clattering noise when starting
Replies: 3
Views: 1153

Advice please: KZTE clattering noise when starting

Hi guys. Hope you learned chaps can offer some advice. My trusty KZTE has 304 000km on the clock. On past few cold mornings when I start I hear a very loud clattering noise - this scares the bejabbers out of me :o: . After a few seconds the noise goes away. Then when pulling away there is a small cl...
by KZTE Nut
Wed Apr 02, 2014 11:25 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: KZ-TE se speedo werk nie
Replies: 18
Views: 2266

Re: KZ-TE se speedo werk nie

I replaced mine about a month ago. Got the cable from Toyoda dealer. About 80,000km earlier I had replaced the speedo worm gear in the gearbox. Yes Neil the speedo needle jumped around a bit and eventually when the gear was totally kaput the speedo stopped working. I had to replace the cable because...
by KZTE Nut
Fri Feb 28, 2014 10:38 am
Forum: Other Vehicles
Topic: Toyota Tazz CV Joint Booties - any recommendations ?
Replies: 0
Views: 3788

Toyota Tazz CV Joint Booties - any recommendations ?

Can anybody recommend someone in East Rand or Jhb area that can change Toyota Tazz booties. From googling it looks like a big job. When I had shocks done I saw they were torn. Thanks :thumbup:
by KZTE Nut
Thu Nov 21, 2013 6:46 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: KZTE Oil Leak - Turbo Oil Return Pipe
Replies: 18
Views: 5317

Re: KZTE Oil Leak - Turbo Oil Return Pipe

Johannes, thanks for the part number :thumbup:
by KZTE Nut
Thu Oct 10, 2013 8:50 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: KZTE - no coolant in resevoir - HELP !
Replies: 26
Views: 8075

Re: KZTE - no coolant in resevoir - HELP !

All the best for your repair Wayne. Please keep us posted :thumbup: My KZTE now has 296,000 Km with motor still untouched. Fitted SAC intercooler and chip at 100,000 Km which will hopefully be beneficial for the engine due to lower air charge temperatures.
by KZTE Nut
Tue Aug 13, 2013 2:29 pm
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Can you recommend a shop that does aluminum welding ?
Replies: 6
Views: 2042

Re: Can you recommend a shop that does aluminum welding ?

Thanks very much people !

Much appreciated :thumbup:
by KZTE Nut
Tue Aug 13, 2013 8:21 am
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Can you recommend a shop that does aluminum welding ?
Replies: 6
Views: 2042

Can you recommend a shop that does aluminum welding ?

Any forum members know of a decent aluminum welder or shop ? I have two little jobbies that call for aluminum welding and my normal welder inverter welder obviously won't work. I am in Jhb area. Thanks !
by KZTE Nut
Sat Sep 15, 2012 7:02 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Rims or Mags??
Replies: 17
Views: 2457

Re: Rims or Mags??

@DassieHassie

Thanks for the good advice, I have received the original nuts and will give it a try.
Cheers. :thumbup:
by KZTE Nut
Thu Sep 13, 2012 1:32 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Rims or Mags??
Replies: 17
Views: 2457

Re: Rims or Mags??

Thanks gents for an interesting topic as I am also interested in fitting mags :thumbup: I have KZTE 4x2 (275k km) with steel rims and 245/75 R15 tyres. I have mate who wants to sell set of mags from Prado (2000 model ?) with 265/75 R16 tyres. I fitted one loosely onto the wheel studs and, so far so ...
by KZTE Nut
Sun Jan 22, 2012 6:12 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Another KZTE head failed.
Replies: 51
Views: 5958

Re: Another KZTE head failed.

Hello manne Sorry Nico to hear of your KZTE trouble... I have KZTE and had IC and Dastek Chip fitted at 102 000 kilos. Now sitting on 257 000km Just had the injectors replaced - the Bosch chap says I should do it every 80 000km. The new injectors made a big difference in low down acceleration. In pa...

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