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by dalkill
Fri Jun 24, 2016 11:29 am
Forum: Alternative Energy
Topic: Electric Vehicles
Replies: 63
Views: 18109

Re: Electric Vehicles

HA... but can it drive on sand :D: Those hub motors is very interesting though. I have read about it many moons ago, but never thought it was being researched intensively. I thought we still tied to the whole drive train, single motor thought. Which is more efficient ?? hub motors / single motor wit...
by dalkill
Tue Jun 21, 2016 7:34 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Wifi 4 home. Please help!!!
Replies: 86
Views: 13390

Re: Wifi 4 home. Please help!!!

Louis, if you have to use vodacom againstr you will, and you have line of sight to that tower, you can built some sort of home made signal booster. There many examples on the web involving coffee / pringles cans to rice strainers and satellite dishes. Some guys got signal to travel over 11 km. but t...
by dalkill
Wed Jun 15, 2016 7:26 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Wifi 4 home. Please help!!!
Replies: 86
Views: 13390

Re: Wifi 4 home. Please help!!!

I tried the kodi thing as well. I mainly had dstv for the kids. I realy don't care much for sports . Rather take my fishing rod and go sit by the beach. BUt kodi did not have good variety for the kids. YOu could get the nickelodeon channel if you really looked but then it was very choppy and unstabl...
by dalkill
Mon Jun 13, 2016 7:59 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Wifi 4 home. Please help!!!
Replies: 86
Views: 13390

Re: Wifi 4 home. Please help!!!

Rant ON i cancelled my DSTV many years ago. Could not bear to pay for the same repeated stuff over and over. New repeat channel - Channel 901 playing everything andhour later, for you convenience. BULL... just another excuse to add to their "impressive" tally of channels. A year after i ca...
by dalkill
Fri Jun 10, 2016 3:53 pm
Forum: Alternative Energy
Topic: Electric Vehicles
Replies: 63
Views: 18109

Re: Electric Vehicles

It sound like one of those sci-fi flicks of the 80's... the hovercar 2000... like back to the future... whose date for the hoverboard has come and gone :D:

Let just hope i will be able to eat my words come 2025
by dalkill
Mon Jun 06, 2016 9:30 am
Forum: General Mods
Topic: 2016 V6 throttle response
Replies: 20
Views: 8407

Re: 2016 V6 throttle response

does chips like this Chipbox Pedal Booster not void warrentee in anyway?
by dalkill
Mon Jun 06, 2016 9:14 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Battery drain problem finally sorted
Replies: 20
Views: 10987

Re: Battery drain problem finally sorted

how can i identify if i have more than one tracking device on vehicle. when i just bought the vehicle i contacted the trackign company to transfer tracking details, and then soon after that i got email to say system is working , then next day sms to say it not. phone them then they said i actually g...
by dalkill
Mon Jun 06, 2016 8:44 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: How to check for faulty electronics?
Replies: 12
Views: 2610

Re: How to check for faulty electronics?

I'm having same issue with my platkar. 2000 model 130 corolla Friday i had to jumpstart it. I filled up battery recently , as it was running low. I know the battery is a bit dodge, so i replaced it but worried something else the issue which will kill the new battery. whne i took out the old battery,...
by dalkill
Tue May 31, 2016 8:29 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Gear selection
Replies: 6
Views: 1902

Re: Gear selection

thanks chris. Will rather geardown as you suggested to save the engine
by dalkill
Mon May 30, 2016 6:37 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Gear selection
Replies: 6
Views: 1902

Gear selection

Being relatively new to diesel driving I'm constantly second guessing my gear selection. On flat road going thru gears I find changing at about 2500 rpm makes it easier on the following gear. Just seem to labour otherwise. Then up hill I worry even more. Sir lowry pass is normally my yard stick. Nor...
by dalkill
Mon May 30, 2016 8:44 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: David Vs Golliath
Replies: 30
Views: 3861

Re: David Vs Golliath

indeed chris.

i have to declare to potential buyer this house comes with heritage baggage.
There been few cases i read new owners taking seller to court cause they can't make alterations.

SO i can't stay there. I can't sell.
Next move is to the public protectors office
by dalkill
Wed May 25, 2016 5:42 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: David Vs Golliath
Replies: 30
Views: 3861

Re: David Vs Golliath

Ja oom eric... red tape and middle income just don't gel well together. My one internal door leading to bathroom and yard door, not exposed to the weather is now not closing anymore. This normally happens with outside door when winter sets in. There is only two reason i think. Damp or structural mov...
by dalkill
Wed May 25, 2016 1:13 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: David Vs Golliath
Replies: 30
Views: 3861

Re: David Vs Golliath

SO just over a year later.... and i'm still fiting the good fight. Even with these supporting documentation, the bokaap civic, the very people i grew up infront of / with, still denies me. Not sure if the puckering up and kissing tail at HWC, whether there is some monatory incentive... they said the...
by dalkill
Mon May 16, 2016 2:44 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: scratch protection
Replies: 5
Views: 1317

scratch protection

Having my first expidition into the bush this weekend, to find some light scrathes on the sides. nothing hectic, and trail was very mild compared to what you guys normally get up to. so i contacted a place or two about the plastic wrap type protection stuff... R8500 ex vat :shock2: eish, is there an...
by dalkill
Mon May 09, 2016 3:00 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Part numbers for service items on all models
Replies: 57
Views: 34961

Re: Part numbers for service items on all models

anybody?? I spoke to my machie, he says Z85. SO too says Autozone (even they seem confused http://www.guzzle.co.za/specials/view/444535/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; http://www.guzzle.co.za/specials/view/762123/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; ). ...
by dalkill
Mon May 09, 2016 1:09 pm
Forum: Humor
Topic: Road rage in Canada
Replies: 4
Views: 4423

Re: Road rage in Canada

:shock2:

pretty balzy of the camera man to be that close.
but check how he backpedal when his cover moves along :D:
by dalkill
Mon May 09, 2016 9:46 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Pay back the money
Replies: 23
Views: 4166

Re: Pay back the money

Ja Ed, this is why i never bought a vehicle on HP. Started out small, paid R18K cahs for my first vehicle, saved up, sold it for more than i bought it (it's a toyota :-) ), upgraded , and so on. During the time of saving, i put extra cash in the bond and take it out again when i buy next upgrade cas...
by dalkill
Mon May 09, 2016 9:35 am
Forum: Meet the People
Topic: HUMMING SOUND
Replies: 9
Views: 5204

Re: HUMMING SOUND

eish, R71K.... i would take it to the ombudsman, since it was their negligence that caused the trail and error in the first place.
by dalkill
Sun May 08, 2016 3:58 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Part numbers for service items on all models
Replies: 57
Views: 34961

Re: Part no's for normal service items

GUD & Fram Part numbers for filters for the 3.0 D4D & 4.0 V6 3.0 D4D Gud Oil Z85 Fram Oil PH2964 Gud Fuel G1142 Fram Fuel CA9082 Gud AIR AG1136R Fram air CA9916 4.0 V6 Gud Oil Z384 Fram Oil PH5299 Gud Fuel E140 Fram Fuel G10175 Gud Air AG1254 Fram Air CA9683 Can anyone confirm the d4d oil f...
by dalkill
Thu May 05, 2016 2:32 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Servicing of Fortuner 3.0 D4D
Replies: 4
Views: 1733

Re: Servicing of Fortuner 3.0 D4D

bakkie needs 210 000 service. already did fuel filter with GUD one as it was holiday and fuel light came on GUD / vs toyota filters? I plan to do oil change, air filter change. Anything else at 210 000? Geabox oil? Diff OIl? grease joints? bought groupon for allignement and nirotgen so will be doing...
by dalkill
Thu May 05, 2016 10:53 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Sal die Thule roof bars op my D4D pas?
Replies: 8
Views: 2122

Re: Sal die Thule roof bars op my D4D pas?

I have the same problem. Got the old SFA type roof racks. Could one just buy the new footing part? Problem is it might be too short as well. when i tried this roofrack on the suzie canopy it just just made it across. Anybody got roof bar / rack to fit d4d cab. I just need one. To hold the front end ...
by dalkill
Sat Apr 30, 2016 7:28 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free
Replies: 43
Views: 13324

Re: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free

Chris. .. they did replace airbag but not spiral cable. Only for 2010 + models apparently :-(
by dalkill
Fri Apr 29, 2016 7:24 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free
Replies: 43
Views: 13324

Re: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free

Looks like u have shop around first.
Culemborg Toyota not replacing spiral cable.
Guy says only for 2010 model it replaced. And cost is R2500 +
:-(
by dalkill
Fri Apr 22, 2016 4:13 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: cape of storms
Replies: 3
Views: 1219

Re: cape of storms

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by dalkill
Fri Apr 22, 2016 4:10 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: cape of storms
Replies: 3
Views: 1219

cape of storms

yoh.... it's bad out there...
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by dalkill
Tue Apr 19, 2016 8:53 am
Forum: Build your own:
Topic: Hier gaan ons alweer....
Replies: 44
Views: 15723

Re: Hier gaan ons alweer....

eish, how jealous i am now of you going to the promise land. I have been threatening to visit namibia since my first 4x4 in 2003. Just never got there. Something always came up... kids, house, kids.... eish ... priorities :D:
by dalkill
Mon Apr 18, 2016 8:35 am
Forum: Alternative Energy
Topic: Electric Vehicles
Replies: 63
Views: 18109

Re: Electric Vehicles

i don't get why EV manufacturers boast about all these figures. By the nature of the beast EV will always outpower the combustion engine without to much effort. In the immortal worsd of Shania... that don't impress me much... give me a car that can do 150km at 120kph on single charge, for around R15...
by dalkill
Mon Apr 18, 2016 8:23 am
Forum: Members' Vehicles
Topic: Hilux 1979 RN46 4X4 Start of restoration
Replies: 33
Views: 11709

Re: Hilux 1979 RN46 4X4 Start of restoration

:clap:

congrats jacques on a job well done. looks stunning
by dalkill
Tue Apr 12, 2016 8:51 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: D4D oil??
Replies: 9
Views: 8092

Re: D4D oil??

JohanW wrote:Thinner! :siffler:
:blushing:

i always thought the lower those numbers are the thicker the oil.
thinking that diesel engines needed a thicker oil (higher viscosity ???)
by dalkill
Tue Apr 12, 2016 8:41 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: How does your SFA do up steep hills?
Replies: 19
Views: 3651

Re: How does your SFA do up steep hills?

when i was still driving the 2.2's i use to dread going to arniston... that n2 is just hill after hill... and then you get stuck behind a truck, and if you don't gun it down the hill , i use to end up doing 60 in 3rd.... not being able to go anywhere... and this was not even fully loaded... just 4 g...
by dalkill
Mon Apr 11, 2016 12:10 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: D4D oil??
Replies: 9
Views: 8092

Re: D4D oil??

hilux due for it's 220K service... been reading up on some oils to use...
according to some services at dealers i see they use 10W30. But alot here uses Delo 400 which is 15W40 ????
why would Toyota use thicker oil?
by dalkill
Mon Apr 11, 2016 10:51 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free
Replies: 43
Views: 13324

Re: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free

booked in for friday the 29th :thumbup:

hopefully i will have such good luck as others to have the cruise control working again and not have to fork out R570 for new spiral cable :beg:
by dalkill
Fri Apr 08, 2016 8:45 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Aluminium canopies purpose
Replies: 31
Views: 4437

Re: Aluminium canopies purpose

recently giving up on converting the frame on the canvas canopy to full alu canopy because of costs really. seems such a waste to let a strong alu frame just sit in the garage but with design did not really make for neat looking alu canopy. Alu welding is EXPENSIVE... i got a quote of R2400 to weld ...
by dalkill
Thu Apr 07, 2016 4:07 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Dash cams
Replies: 38
Views: 5646

Re: Dash cams

i had two incidents where i wish i had a dashcam.... both involved threats of small claims court before eventually getting my money a year later. But i had to put forth a case where i could prove there is no way i was in the wrong... including daily travel routines, next turnoff to work etc, etc. sc...
by dalkill
Wed Apr 06, 2016 1:52 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: DROPPING COOLANT LEVEL AFTER REPLACEMENT AT 190000KM
Replies: 18
Views: 9303

Re: DROPPING COOLANT LEVEL AFTER REPLACEMENT AT 190000KM

how often should one change coolant on d4d?
at every oil change?
by dalkill
Wed Apr 06, 2016 1:48 pm
Forum: Humor
Topic: Politicians say the darndest things
Replies: 5
Views: 4257

Re: Politicians say the darndest things

heard on the wireless this morning , JUJU lashed out at some MP for sleeping in parlaiment... :lmao:
by dalkill
Wed Apr 06, 2016 1:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 15 yr wait for that first kiss
Replies: 13
Views: 5747

Re: 15 yr wait for that first kiss

yep that blou triene does give you quite a run for you money...or tackle that is... even this relatively small one gave me a good workout. That first run with the drag screaming... things dreams are made of. The west coast / namibian steenbras is alot fatter /stouter than the SA cousin, which looks ...
by dalkill
Wed Apr 06, 2016 11:20 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Aluminium Canopy Manufacturers - Suggestions Please
Replies: 14
Views: 3366

Re: Aluminium Canopy Manufacturers - Suggestions Please

http://www.gumtree.co.za/a-car-accessor ... 0854243509" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

R8K... not bad price...
by dalkill
Tue Apr 05, 2016 2:29 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Aluminium Canopy Manufacturers - Suggestions Please
Replies: 14
Views: 3366

Re: Aluminium Canopy Manufacturers - Suggestions Please

http://groundzerocanopies.co.za/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
R13K
by dalkill
Mon Apr 04, 2016 8:18 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 15 yr wait for that first kiss
Replies: 13
Views: 5747

Re: 15 yr wait for that first kiss

:D: .... yep ... it took me 15 yrs... but it was worth the wait
by dalkill
Sat Apr 02, 2016 10:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 15 yr wait for that first kiss
Replies: 13
Views: 5747

Re: 15 yr wait for that first kiss

Strand ... prawn
by dalkill
Fri Apr 01, 2016 4:44 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: strange avatar
Replies: 5
Views: 1680

Re: strange avatar

updated :thumbup:
by dalkill
Fri Apr 01, 2016 4:40 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: strange avatar
Replies: 5
Views: 1680

Re: strange avatar

:shock2:

there is another dalkill out there... imposter !!

Not me unfortunately... i'm a battlefield guy ... not a COD fanboy... :surrender:
by dalkill
Fri Apr 01, 2016 12:36 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: strange avatar
Replies: 5
Views: 1680

strange avatar

anybody else got this strange avatar on their profile?
I never had profile pic, now i got this :D:
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by dalkill
Fri Apr 01, 2016 12:31 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: braai solution/ideas
Replies: 28
Views: 4755

Re: braai solution/ideas

buddie of mine made me one out of stainless steel when he was still working with it. custom size to fit in bakkie... until someone affirmative shopped it from the backyard :frustrated: maybe a solution is to have it made with SS, but not going to be cheapest. It will last forever though... just don'...
by dalkill
Wed Mar 30, 2016 3:47 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: Tyre choice
Replies: 13
Views: 2751

Re: Tyre choice

'n vriend het tyres by TSW laat opsit. Hankooks en hulle insurance uitgehaal... toe sny hy die sidewall by a klip maar dit was nie regdeaur nie. Toe wou hulle nie vervang nie. Hy vra toe vir hulle of hulle nou met die timebomb rondry tot die ding bars? Hulle het net volgehou met die T&C's So vir...
by dalkill
Tue Mar 29, 2016 9:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 15 yr wait for that first kiss
Replies: 13
Views: 5747

Re: 15 yr wait for that first kiss

it measured about 80cm , which according to some weight calculators puts it in the 8kg class...
by dalkill
Tue Mar 29, 2016 8:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 15 yr wait for that first kiss
Replies: 13
Views: 5747

15 yr wait for that first kiss

i been fishing for 15 yrs, and the steenbras is one of those that has eluded me ... neigh .. haunting me for all those years...

about 12 undersized steenbras released in that time... finally i get one to take home to meet the parents :D:
mmm, look at them lips...
by dalkill
Thu Mar 24, 2016 1:29 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Wie werk vandag ?
Replies: 10
Views: 1961

Re: Wie werk vandag ?

1.30pm, epping is empty , just the sweatshop that is my company still running full day till 5pm :thumbdown:
by dalkill
Thu Mar 24, 2016 9:04 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: 96 KB 280 with 1.5Mill km's
Replies: 2
Views: 1165

Re: 96 KB 280 with 1.5Mill km's

key is like the owner said... regular maintenance.
but in that 1.5mil km, how much of that engine, drivetrain is still original?

But the bigger question is ... he retired in 2003 and still working :shock2:
looks like he done 1.5mil km as well :D:
by dalkill
Tue Mar 22, 2016 8:15 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Wie werk vandag ?
Replies: 10
Views: 1961

Re: Wie werk vandag ?

i'm also stuck in the office for the week. no thursday off or even half day... already got my task list from the boss on friday to make i stay productive :slap:
by dalkill
Fri Mar 18, 2016 11:07 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Canopy options
Replies: 14
Views: 2903

Re: Canopy options

so, i have been weighin up my options. one is to, sell canvas canopy and start from scratch as Chris suggested. Looking at some options. I like the rounded profile some manufacturers have on their frame. it's alluminium but not square. Especially the back post by the tail lights. it blends nicely wi...
by dalkill
Thu Mar 17, 2016 9:40 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free
Replies: 43
Views: 13324

Re: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free

just and update to the link posted above:

http://toyota.co.za/recall" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by dalkill
Thu Mar 17, 2016 8:29 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: ANYONE WITH PUPPYS FOR SALE OR ADOPTON?
Replies: 9
Views: 2165

Re: ANYONE WITH PUPPYS FOR SALE OR ADOPTON?

i never understood why people would pay for a dog. But then i was never a dog person. I guess it the same as someone who don't drive hilux and just don't understand why we pay the high prices. my brother in law had a pup in his yard, then his uncle left his pup there as well.. uncles pup jumped the ...
by dalkill
Tue Mar 15, 2016 5:13 pm
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Bietjie gespeel
Replies: 16
Views: 3168

Re: Bietjie gespeel

:thumbup:

lekka vid.

I would like to make a suggestion / request.
Rather than music could you make vids where you hear the engine, and vehicle sound (wheel slipping, bottom out, scrapes etc.)
I think that would be much more informative.
Just my 2c worth.
by dalkill
Mon Mar 14, 2016 10:25 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free
Replies: 43
Views: 13324

Re: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free

thanks luke... have sent email to toyota... if no reply then i will take it to a dealer this weekend
by dalkill
Mon Mar 14, 2016 9:52 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free
Replies: 43
Views: 13324

Re: Toyota recall to repair airbag light - Free

Is there an expiry date on the recall... I see the site no longer up. Does this mean toyota not doing replacement anymore?
by dalkill
Wed Mar 09, 2016 9:04 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Carpet protectors
Replies: 15
Views: 2686

Re: Carpet protectors

thanks Duane... I will be sure to pay them a visit. got a quote from Baillies Offroad for that grey set.... R2250 :surrender: BTW... i'm still fighting with heritage for my house problems... got dept of health and ward councilor both writing damning affidavits about the place supporting throwng it d...
by dalkill
Tue Mar 08, 2016 10:30 am
Forum: General Hilux Discussions
Topic: Carpet protectors
Replies: 15
Views: 2686

Re: Carpet protectors

think i found similar ones... http://www.baillies.co.za/accessories.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; scroll down to the floor mats section full set... eish $160... http://vehiclethings.com/maxfloormat-floor-mats-for-toyota-hilux-vigo-2012-2014-complete-set-grey.html"...

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